HVAC On Air

About HVAC On Air

HVAC On Air delivers serious HVAC knowledge with real-world personality. Hosted by Tony Mormino, we break down complex topics and share real stories, laughs, and insights from the people who make comfort possible. If you work in HVAC, what you do matters. HVAC On Air exists to help you do it even better. Brought to you by Ambient — Systems for Spaces That Matter.

Publisher

Tony Mormino

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

31 Dec 2025

Latest episode

7 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

20 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   7 Oct 2026

   What Does It Take to Scale an HVAC Manufacturer from Startup to Billions? with Matt Tobolski

   In this episode of the HVAC On Air podcast (https://www.linkedin.com/company/hvac-on-air/), host James (Jay) Meyer (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaymey), Sales Manager - Commercial System Sales (https://www.linkedin.com/company/570800/) at Jacco & Associates (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jacco-&-associates/), speaks with Matt Tobolski (https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-tobolski/), President/CEO and Director (https://www.linkedin.com/company/116504022/?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base%3BjZ96nCIFSceMXWSPXVGvFQ%3D%3D) of The Aaon Group (https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-aaon-group/). Matt shares how his background in structural engineering and equipment certification led him into HVAC manufacturing, the relationships that helped launch BASX, and the company’s transition into The Aaon Group. Matt explains why a people-first, customer-centered approach shaped BASX’s growth, even through capital-intensive expansion and difficult funding decisions. He also discusses the value of aligning with stakeholders, building processes that help teams move faster, advancing equipment efficiency and controls, and preparing an organization to operate at a larger scale. Key Topics: Matt Tobolski’s path from structural engineering and equipment certification to HVAC manufacturing. The relationship with Dave Benson and the people-first principles behind BASX. Capital investment, cash flow, and the challenges of scaling a manufacturing business. Building stakeholder relationships, operational discipline, and innovation at The Aaon Group. Episode Timestamps: [00:00] - Teaser [01:11] - Introduction to Matt Tobolski and discussion about his role with The Aaon Group and his background as a BASX founder. [03:34] - Why manufacturing offered greater potential to scale than consulting engineering. [07:16] - Matt recalls meeting Dave Benson through a hospital project in California. [10:13] - A text exchange with Dave leads to the idea for BASX. [11:56] - Matt describes the early challenges of filling a 110,000-square-foot facility and funding growth. [19:09] - Why BASX sought a partner that could support continued investment and preserve its culture. [25:15] - Matt discusses efficiency, the Stratus controls platform, and evolving data center demands. [31:18] - His advice for entrepreneurs and engineers: help customers and stakeholders succeed. Disclosure: Portions of this episode (such as the introduction or promotional segments) use AI-generated voice narration produced under human editorial review. 📢Disclaimer: The information in this video is provided for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to be, and should not be relied upon as, professional HVAC training or instruction. All HVAC work should be performed by qualified technicians in accordance with local codes, manufacturer specifications, and applicable safety standards. Ambient LLC, its affiliates, and their respective employees are not responsible for any injuries, damages, or losses that may result from the use or misuse of the information or techniques demonstrated in this video. 🔗 Follow the Guest Matt Tobolski and His Company: 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-tobolski/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-tobolski/) 👉 Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-aaon-group/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-aaon-group/) 👉 Company Website: https://www.theaaongroup.com/ (https://www.theaaongroup.com/) 🔗 Follow the Guest Host James (Jay) Meyer and His Company: 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaymey/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaymey/) 👉 Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jacco-&-associates/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jacco-&-associates/) 👉 Company Website: http://www.jacco.com/ (http://www.jacco.com/) 🔗 Follow our Host: 👉 LinkedIn Profile - Tony Mormino: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-mormino/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-mormino/) 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tony_mormino (https://www.instagram.com/tony_mormino) 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009129420767 (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009129420767) 👉 TikTok: tiktok.com/@tonymormino (http://tiktok.com/@tonymormino) 🔗 Follow The Podcast: 👉 LinkedIn: (https://www.linkedin.com/company/hvac-on-air/)https://www.linkedin.com/company/hvac-on-air/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/hvac-on-air/) 👉 YouTube: (https://www.youtube.com/@HVACOnAir)https://www.youtube.com/@HVACOnAir (https://www.youtube.com/@HVACOnAir) 👉 Spotify: (https://open.spotify.com/show/0wcUGyeMOKA7hnkGOy3gbz?si=e0878d4ca08a4693)https://open.spotify.com/show/0wcUGyeMOKA7hnkGOy3gbz?si=e0878d4ca08a4693 (https://open.spotify.com/show/0wcUGyeMOKA7hnkGOy3gbz?si=e0878d4ca08a4693) 👉 Apple Podcasts: (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hvac-on-air/id1866894292)https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hvac-on-air/id1866894292 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hvac-on-air/id1866894292) 🎙️ Hosted by Tony Mormino, tune in to HVAC On Air for technical insights, engineering breakdowns, and professional development tools for the HVAC industry.

2. 

   26 Aug 2026

   How the Women in ASHRAE Leadership Symposium Is Building a Stronger HVAC Community

   In this episode of the HVAC On Air (https://www.linkedin.com/company/hvac-on-air/) podcast, host Tony Mormino (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-mormino/) is joined by Karine Leblanc (https://www.linkedin.com/in/karinel/), Regional Equipment Sales Manager at West at Daikin Applied Americas (https://www.linkedin.com/company/daikin-applied/)and an ASHRAE (https://www.linkedin.com/company/ashrae/) Learning Institute Instructor, and Tiffany (Bates) Abruzzo (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanybatesabruzzo/), West Regional Sales Manager HVAC at Baltimore Aircoil Company (https://www.linkedin.com/company/baltimore-aircoil-company/) and ASHRAE (https://www.linkedin.com/company/ashrae/) volunteer, at the 2026 Women in ASHRAE Leadership Symposium. They discuss the value of wellness, yoga, meditation, and mental health in the HVAC industry, along with the importance of being intentional in work and daily life. The conversation also covers their engineering and sales backgrounds, the growth of Women in ASHRAE, how the leadership symposium was created, the need for stronger networking and support, and the role companies play in helping women build skills, find community, and grow as leaders. In this conversation, Karine, Tiffany, and Tony discuss the value of wellness, mental health, and stronger support within the HVAC industry. They talk about using yoga, meditation, healthy habits, and intentional choices to improve both personal and professional life. Karine and Tiffany also share how the Women in ASHRAE Leadership Symposium was created, how it has grown into a strong community, and why networking, mentoring, company support, leadership skills, and technical learning are important for helping women grow and succeed in the industry. Key Topics: The role of yoga, meditation, healthy habits, and mental wellness in the HVAC industry. The importance of being intentional, present, and supportive in both personal and professional life. How the Women in ASHRAE Leadership Symposium began and grew into a strong professional community. The value of networking, mentoring, company support, leadership development, and technical learning for women in the industry. Episode Highlights and Timestamps: [00:00] - Teaser [01:13] - Tony opens the conversation, asks guests if they're tired after the second year [03:28] - Karine suggests shifting conference culture from drinking to wellness activities like yoga [05:37] - Tiffany reveals suicide is the #1 cause of death for construction workers [07:16] - Tiffany explains using "intentional" meditation to create a calm family environment [11:33] - Karine describes how the Women in ASHRAE symposium proposal took 9 months to get approved [13:30] - First conference had 240 attendees; this one has over 280 [16:50] - Tony notes the event feels more "human" than typical ASHRAE meetings [20:18] - Next year's symposium announced for Baltimore, Maryland (April 11–13) Disclosure: Portions of this episode (such as the introduction or promotional segments) use AI-generated voice narration produced under human editorial review. 📢Disclaimer: The information in this video is provided for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to be, and should not be relied upon as, professional HVAC training or instruction. All HVAC work should be performed by qualified technicians in accordance with local codes, manufacturer specifications, and applicable safety standards. Ambient LLC, its affiliates, and their respective employees are not responsible for any injuries, damages, or losses that may result from the use or misuse of the information or techniques demonstrated in this video. 🔗 Follow the Guests: 👉 Karine Leblanc: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karinel/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/karinel/) 👉Tiffany (Bates) Abruzzo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanybatesabruzzo/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanybatesabruzzo/) 🔗 Follow their Companies: 👉Baltimore Aircoil Company: https://www.linkedin.com/company/baltimore-aircoil-company/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/baltimore-aircoil-company/) 👉Daikin Applied Americas: https://www.linkedin.com/company/daikin-applied/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/daikin-applied/) 👉ASHRAE: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ashrae/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/ashrae/) 🔗 Follow our Host: 👉 LinkedIn Profile - Tony Mormino: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-mormino/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-mormino/) 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tony_mormino (https://www.instagram.com/tony_mormino) 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009129420767) 👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tonymormino (http://tiktok.com/@tonymormino) 🔗Follow The Podcast: 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hvac-on-air/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/hvac-on-air/) 👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HVACOnAir (https://www.youtube.com/@HVACOnAir) 👉 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wcUGyeMOKA7hnkGOy3gbz?si=e0878d4ca08a4693 (https://open.spotify.com/show/0wcUGyeMOKA7hnkGOy3gbz?si=e0878d4ca08a4693) 👉 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hvac-on-air/id1866894292 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hvac-on-air/id1866894292) 🎙️ Hosted by Tony Mormino, tune in to HVAC On Air for the technical insights, engineering breakdowns, and professional development tools that drive our industry forward.

3. 

   15 Jul 2026

   How government regulations banning natural gas are forcing massive industry shifts with Jason Eitel

   In this episode of the HVAC On Air (https://www.linkedin.com/company/hvac-on-air/) podcast, host Tony Mormino (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-mormino/) is joined by Jason Eitel (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeitelgbi/) of Gil-Bar (https://www.linkedin.com/company/gil-bar/) and Associates to discuss his journey from mechanical engineering into HVAC sales and the lessons he has learned throughout his career. They explore the importance of problem-solving, customer relationships, and jobsite experience in the commercial HVAC industry. The conversation also covers residential high-rise HVAC systems in New York City, the shift toward heat pumps and building electrification, geothermal applications, heat recovery strategies, and the challenges of balancing efficiency, serviceability, and occupant comfort in modern buildings. In this conversation, Jason Eitel and Tony Mormino discuss Jason’s path from mechanical engineering into HVAC sales and the lessons he has learned working in the commercial HVAC industry. They talk about the importance of problem-solving, customer relationships, and visiting jobsites to better understand challenges and find solutions. Jason and Tony also share insights on residential high-rise HVAC systems in New York City, the move toward heat pumps and electrification, geothermal applications, heat recovery, and the balance between efficiency, serviceability, and occupant comfort. Key Topics: The journey from mechanical engineering into HVAC sales and the skills needed for success. The importance of customer relationships, problem-solving, and jobsite experience in the HVAC industry. How New York City building trends are driving the adoption of heat pumps, electrification, and building conversions. The benefits and challenges of geothermal systems, heat recovery, equipment serviceability, and occupant comfort. Episode Highlights and Timestamps: [00:00] - Teaser [01:34] - Jason introduces himself as a mechanical engineer from RPI [03:12] - Supervisor asked: "Have you ever thought about being a salesperson?" [04:07] - Moved to NYC in 2000, focused on high-rise residential buildings [05:56] - Early perception of sales was negative, like a car salesman [07:19] - Clients may hate you one day and love you the next [08:49] - "What color is milk?", You need to see the problem onsite [13:35] - Market shifted from new construction to office conversions [15:53] - No new natural gas service is driving package terminal heat pumps [21:01] - Water source heat pumps lose appeal without gas boilers [25:25] - PTAC systems are less efficient but cheaper and simpler [28:01] - Serviceability matters: PTACs swap out easily [35:06] - Geothermal is rare in Manhattan, growing in Brooklyn and Queens [40:00] - Acoustics are critical, luxury apartments demand near silence [44:05] - Low-frequency compressor hum is the hardest problem to fix 📢Disclaimer: The information in this video is provided for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to be, and should not be relied upon as, professional HVAC training or instruction. All HVAC work should be performed by qualified technicians in accordance with local codes, manufacturer specifications, and applicable safety standards. Ambient LLC, its affiliates, and their respective employees are not responsible for any injuries, damages, or losses that may result from the use or misuse of the information or techniques demonstrated in this video. 🔗 Follow the Guest: 👉 Jason Eitel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeitelgbi/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeitelgbi/) 🔗 Follow their Companies: 👉 Gil-Bar: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gil-bar/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/gil-bar/) 🔗 Follow our Host: 👉 LinkedIn Profile - Tony Mormino: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-mormino/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-mormino/) 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tony_mormino (https://www.instagram.com/tony_mormino) 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009129420767) 👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tonymormino (http://tiktok.com/@tonymormino) 🔗Follow The Podcast: 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hvac-on-air/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/hvac-on-air/) 👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HVACOnAir (https://www.youtube.com/@HVACOnAir) 👉 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wcUGyeMOKA7hnkGOy3gbz?si=e0878d4ca08a4693 (https://open.spotify.com/show/0wcUGyeMOKA7hnkGOy3gbz?si=e0878d4ca08a4693) 👉 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hvac-on-air/id1866894292 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hvac-on-air/id1866894292) 🎙️ Hosted by Tony Mormino, tune in to HVAC On Air for the technical insights, engineering breakdowns, and professional development tools that drive our industry forward.

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