Women in HVACR opens nominations for its 2026 board of directors

The nonprofit organization seeks visionary leaders dedicated to advancing mentorship, education and professional growth for women in the heating and cooling industry

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Sept. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Women in HVACR (WHVACR), a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration trades, announced today that nominations are open for its 2026 board of directors through Oct. 31.

"We are not just looking for board members, we are looking for trailblazers," said Women in HVACR President Kristin Gallup. "The next generation of Women in HVACR leaders will help us break barriers, spark innovation and redefine what leadership looks like in our industry. We want visionaries who inspire action, empower other women and leave the HVACR trades stronger, more inclusive and more dynamic than ever before."

As Women in HVACR continues to expand its membership and influence across the industry, the organization seeks strong leaders to play a vital role in strategic planning and advancing the organization's mission by providing:

• Strategic Leadership: Helping set and guide long-term organizational goals
• Governance: Ensuring alignment with WHVACR's mission and values
• Fundraising and Outreach: Supporting sponsorship efforts and representing WHVACR in the community
• Mentorship and Sponsorship: Creating opportunities and offering guidance for women in HVACR

After the Oct. 31 deadline, the executive board will review the applications before scheduling and conducting interviews between Nov. 1-15. Final selections will be determined by a board vote on Nov. 18.

To apply for a 2026 board member position or to nominate someone for the board, visit https://womeninhvacr.formstack.com/forms/whvacr_board_of_directors_application.

For more information about Women in HVACR, visit https://www.womeninhvacr.org/.

About Women in HVACR
Since 2002, Women in HVACR has worked to increase the number of women in the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigerant (HVACR) industry and empower women to succeed by providing members with a variety of opportunities to network and develop a professional environment through education and mentorship. The 1,200-member nonprofit organization holds a variety of regional and national events each year and provides scholarship opportunities for women who pursue careers within the HVACR industry, including those who seek engineering and business degrees or a trade school education. For more information about Women in HVACR, visit https://www.womeninhvacr.org/

SOURCE Women in HVACR