JOEL BERKLEY, is a 36 year veteran of the HVAC industry including owning his own HVAC company. His unique training techniques come form years of “hands-on” experiences and extensive personal development assisting HVAC and plumbing contractors on how to increase profits and create company stability. Joel also owns Joel Berkley HVAC Consultant Inc. and is currently the Director of Education for the KAPHCC.
Bob Peebles Owner of Peebles Safety Consulting Company, Hopkinsville Kentucky and has been in the safety related industry for approximately 10 years. Past safety engineer for Martinrea Corporation and ThyssenKrup Company located in Hopkinsville Kentucky. Safety manager for Indianapolis Electric Company 1999 - 2004
DARELL KOENIG, has worked in the safety field since 1970 and possesses a broad range of experience in the areas of General OSHA, Building Construction, Shop Safety, Vehicle Safety, Warehouse Safety, Forklift Safety, Trenching/Shoring, and Aviation Flight, Ramp, Hangar & Ground Support Equipment Safety. Since retiring from the Army in 1987, he has managed safety programs for the U.S. Air Force Academy, Department of Energy Contractors and Special Operations Forces Support Activity (Richmond, KY). He retired from Raytheon Aircraft Company in 2005 after serving nine years as the Safety Manager for Raytheon Aircraft Services (RAS). Darell has been a member of the American Society of Safety Engineers for 12 years.
David McKinney is a 25 year veteran of the HVAC and plumbing industry. His experiences include; field and office technical training supervisor, safety director, trainer for all gas appliances including venting codes, fresh air make up, plumbing and HVAC technical trainer for Ferguson Enterprises.
Gavin Koenig has been a professional financial advisor for over 13 years. He assists companies with developing retirement plans for the employer and employee. He teaches companies how to reduce taxes and retain employees by using and implemeting 401K and IRA based plans.
Frank T. Kenney - Worked in the plumbing trade for 44 years; Journeyman Plumber, State Plumbing Inspector for 10 years and State Plumbing Supervisor for 24 years.
Harold Haeberlin, is a 47 year veteran of the plumbing industry. He has worked in the trade for numerous contractors doing commercial and residential plumbing, much of his training comes from hands-on experience and being a State Plumbing Inspector for 29 years working in 19 counties. His goal has been to keep this industry professional with the highest of standards and since retirement he has worked as a supervisor for a plumbing company. Whether consulting with architects, engineers, plumbing contractors, drawing riser diagrams, and assisting in any way, his passion for plumbing continues.
JIM COSS, has been an instructor for 2-J Supply for the past 14 years. He is a graduate of Ohio State University, developed, wrote and presented classes for Nordyne an HVAC Manufacturers for 20 years, developed, wrote and instructed Ohio OCILB (State Licensing Agency) classes for 2-J Supply for the last 14 years, trainer for CPR & ACLS classes for West Licking Fire District for 12 years and is a graduate of many seminars and technical classes. He has been a trainer for over 33 years and has written many training programs for other companies, he is also an approved Training Agency & Instructor for Journeymen classes for the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
DR. MICHAEL SKINNER, PH.D., is one of the original stress researchers in the country. Dr. Skinner has presented thousands of programs to groups around the world, including General Motors, Humana, Bell South, Sears and the IRS. Known for his humor and powerful message, he speaks on taking control of your personal and professional life. He is President of SEE, Inc.
STAN LOGAN, JR., is part owner of the Logan Lavelle Agency. A graduate of the University of Kentucky and the prestigious College of Insurance in New York, Stan has served the industry for years by providing contractors with bonds, general liability and workers’ compensation insurance. The Logan Lavelle Insurance Agency is a member in the Kentucky Association of Plumbing, Heating and Cooling Contractors.
Steve Strong is an Account Executive for Logan Lavelle Hunt and Winston Insurance agencies and has been in the insurance business for 14 years. He graduated from the University of Kentucky with a degree in Communications and Minor in Business. He has taught insurance related subjects for over six year. Steve is currently working on his Insurance Counselor (CIC) designation Certification.