SEMINAR SCHEDULE
MEET THE PANEL
Get direct access to a panel of experienced HVAC Business Leaders, HVAC owners, seasoned HVAC Professionals, and HVAC Experts technicians and field supervisors. Ask your burning questions, hear their stories, and gain practical advice from those who’ve been where you are—and succeeded.
Bob Wiseman
IHACI President
MightyServ, President
Lawrence Castillo
IHACI Vice President
Brody-Pennell Heating & Air Conditioning, President
MItch Bailey
IHACI Secretary/Treasurer
Bailey's Heating & Air, Inc.
(Air Heroes), President
Dean Gilford
IHACI Past-President
Kilowatt Heating, AC
& Electric, President
Babak Firoozi
IHACI Board Member
A/C Control, Owner
Michael Hyde
IHACI Board Member
Hydes A.C., General Manager
MEET THE Speakers
Larry Waters
Larry Waters is the founder of Electrify My Home, a first-of-its-kind electrification company specializing in residential electrification projects and workforce training. Larry has over 40 years HVAC trade experience in service, installation, sales, and management with a specialization in home performance. Beginning in 2014, Larry’s focus shifted to replacing gas furnaces with high-efficiency heat pumps and in that time has designed and installed over 1000 systems. Larry is NATE and BPI-certified and serves on multiple boards and committees focused on propelling the movement to Electrify Efficiently.
Michael Borchard
Michael Borchard with A-Gas--supports the HVACR industry by partnering with contractors and other businesses to streamline their refrigerant recovery processes. Through A-Gas Rapid Recovery and Rapid Exchange, Michael helps his customers by giving them access to A-Gas’ refrigerant buyback program. Michael received the 2023 Leadership Award at A-Gas for his work supporting industry stakeholders to participate in the circular economy, utilize lifecycle refrigerant management practices, and build a more sustainable future for their businesses and the environment. Michael is known for his engaging presentation style and ability to translate complex concepts into actionable strategies for professionals at all levels.
David Bolaños
David Bolaños, Director of Marketing & Product Management for Heatcraft Refrigeration Products, is an accomplished business leader with 20+ years of success in sales, marketing, and customer excellence in the refrigeration industry. He is also a subject matter expert of EPA's Technology Transition regulation and passionate about refrigeration. He is proud to represent Heatcraft Refrigeration Products, where customers are true partners, shaping our culture and guiding everything we do. We are committed to helping our clients and industry navigate regulatory changes with confidence, making the transition safe, seamless, and successful.
Victoria Garcia Massimo
Having earned a B.S. in Product Engineering, Victoria Garcia has held positions in the HVAC sector as a Project Engineer and Operations Manager, functioning on many levels of sales and business relations with the main players. After representing the ASHRAE Miami Chapter as the president until 2021, currently she holds the Research Promotion Chair position in the same organization. Garcia continues her ventures at Airzone North America as the Operations Manager in the integrated HVAC control and zoning niche market.
As part of her strategic vision for launching this decades-old Spanish HVAC control company into the U.S. market, Massimo recognized early that there was enormous untapped potential for the custom integration industry to incorporate HVAC systems into home automation, to capitalize on already efficient Inverter HVAC units by adding further savings through zone controls, energy rebate programs, and more. She has been instrumental in forging partnerships between Airzone, HVAC manufcaturers like Daikin, LG & 100+ more partners, energy efficiency programs such as openADR and rebates like MassSave, and home automation platforms, including Crestron, Lutron, Control4, Elan, and Savant. She has also led the way for Airzone to launch official integrations with popular smart thermostats from Nest, ecobee, and Honeywell Home.
Daniel Carillo
Daniel Carillo is an experienced Technical Trainer at Airzone North America, after navigating the HVAC industry for 10+ years. Paving his path as a contractor in Fort Worth, TX, Danny moved up as a technician, and after many certifications and years of hands-on experience, he became the lead service manager and sales trainer for Airzone. Daniel is passionate about providing clients with supreme customer service, and he is extremely driven and excited in his efforts to educate the industry on Airzone´s unique technologies and capabilities. Among his recognitions, Daniel is most proud of his Top 40 under Forty award for exemplary service for the HVAC Industry.
10:30am - 11:30am
* Early Start Time - This seminar begins before the trade show opens the doors to the public.
Master Your First Year in the Field
Starting your career as a technician can be both exciting and overwhelming. This seminar is designed to equip first-year technicians/installers with the insights, habits, and skills that separate successful newcomers from those who struggle to find their footing. Through engaging presentations, real-world scenarios, and direct access to seasoned professionals, attendees will walk away with a clear roadmap for thriving in their first year on the job.
Who should attend: New hires in technician/installer roles (0–12 months experience), apprentices or trainees entering the field, and managers looking to onboard and support new technicians more effectively.
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Evolve your HVAC business into a Heat Pump First Business
This seminar is designed for HVAC professionals seeking to capitalize on a significant shift in the market. With heat pumps now outselling gas furnaces by an impressive 37%, a lucrative business opportunity awaits those who adapt. The session will focus on the practical steps and strategic advantages of pivoting from a traditional HVAC model to one that prioritizes heat pump technology. Attendees will learn how to leverage this growing demand to increase revenue, expand their service offerings, and position their business as a leader in sustainable and efficient heating and cooling solutions.
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Refrigerant
Reality Check:
Navigating California’s Virgin Refrigerant Sales Ban & Other Industry Trends
Attendees at the IHACI Tradeshow in Pasadena won’t want to miss this timely session from A-Gas on California’s SB1206 Virgin Refrigerant Sales Ban, now fully in effect as of 2025, and what it means for your business. In addition to compliance under SB1206 and the AIM Act, we’ll also address emerging industry challenges, including counterfeit cylinders and counterfeit refrigerant, and share practical strategies to protect your operations.
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Heatcraft's Dual Refrigerant Class A2L/A1 Convertible Refrigeration System 
Learn how Heatcraft's Dual Refrigerant Class refrigeration system offers a safe, flexible, and cost-effective path to contractors and end users navigating EPA's new regulation and lowering inventory costs for distributors.
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
A2L-Compatiblity & Efficiency: Airzone Zoning Controls for Ductless Units
Airzone zone control solutions for Ductless/ VRF systems deliver intelligent comfort by zone, increased energy efficiency, and personalized control for residential and commercial applications. With Title 24 making zoning mandatory in many California commercial spaces, smart zoning is more essential than ever. Airzone solutions can offer 30%+ energy savings, seamless integration with BMS and home automation, and full compatibility with A2L refrigerants for all major HVAC brands. We'll also present Aidoo, our solution for single-zone and ductless units, featuring OpenADR compatibility to support California's demand response and energy goals.
