State Map of Chapters
The Arkansas HVACR Association has 8 chapters across the state . Each chapter is an affiliate of the State organization with officers that lead the chapter in growth, training, and comradery. The Chapter’s President and Vice-President are contractors but the Secretarial position is frequently held by an Associate Distributor or Utility member. Chapter officers are elected by a vote of the Chapter membership. State officers are elected by a vote of the entire state’s membership and serve a term of two years. The State hires an Executive Director who leads the Association under the direction of the Association’s State Board which consists of the officers of the local Chapters.
The Association plans to establish two more Chapters within the next two years. Forrest City area and Pine Bluff area.
Chapter’s meet 5 times per year with the exception of Fort Smith which meets 9 times. The schedules and locations are listed in the adjacent map. Our goal is to provide training and comradery opportunities on a frequency that the members find beneficial to their business and personal schedule.
8 Chapters Across Arkansas
Central Chapter
The Central Chapter of the Arkansas HVACR Association serves the four counties of Faulkner, Lonoke, Pulaski, and Saline, a total population of 671,459. Central Arkansas is the medical, business, and legal center of Arkansas as well as the home to some of the world’s largest retail and energy technology companies. The 213 foot tall Limestone and Marbel State Capitol with 287,000 square feet accentuates the skyline line with its neo-classical architecture.
Fort Smith Chapter
The Fort Smith Chapter of the Arkansas HVACR Association serves the five counties of Crawford, Franklin, Logan, Sebastian, and Scott, a total population of 239,403. The Fort Smith Chapter is home to Rheem and Trane manufacturing, as well as the home to Fort Chaffee Manuever Training Center and the 188th Wing of the Air National Guard. From the southern tip of the Ozarks to the northern tip of the Ouachita mountains, the Fort Smith Chapter serves a varied population and a rich historical past with a leadership in customer service and professional development.
HVACR Professionals
in the Fort Smith Chapter Area
Class “A” 105 Class “B” 134
Class “C” 6 Class “D” 7
Class “E” 5 Registrants 348
Hot Springs Chapter
Timber and Tourism are king in the five counties served by the Hot Springs Chapter of the Arkansas HVACR Association. The boyhood home of President Bill Clinton; Garven Gardens; Lakes Catherine, Hamilton, and DeGray; Oaklawn Horse Racing; the legendary Bath House Row, and Mid-America Amusement Park; along with business, industry, and residences give Hot Springs Chapter members plenty to do year round. Career opportunities, recreation, and historical parks make the Hot Springs Chapter an ideal home to 558 HVACR professionals serving the needs of the communities in which they work, play, and raise beautiful Arkansas families.
HVACR Professionals
in the Hot Springs Chapter Area
Class “A” 91 Class “B” 96
Class “C” 3 Class “D” 3
Class “D” 0 Registrants 335
Hot Springs, Arkansas 71913
HVACR Professionals
in the North Central Chapter Area
Class “A” 48 Class “B” 57
Class “C” 8 Class “D” 3
Class “E” 2 Registrants 226
North Central Chapter
A top vacation destination for many, North Central Arkansas is also the home to 170,000 folks who enjoy the beautiful Ozark Mountains as their backyard playground. Northfork and Bullshoals lakes, Buffalo and White rivers, caverns and blue skys provide North Central Chapter members a pristene location to work, play, and raise their families. The region is always listed in the top 100 retirement communities as well as providing career and education opportunities. Baxter Labs is a world class employer and Arkansas State University, Mountain Home, and North West Arkansas Community College, Harrison, provide many certificate and degree plans including Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning.
Meetings – 4th Thursday : Sept., Oct., Feb., March, April
Dinner 6:00 : Program 6:30
Location : Alternates between
Western Sizzlin’
905 US-62, Harrison, AR
Western Sizzlin’
1127 Hwy 62, Mountain Home, AR
North Central Chapter Officers
President – Matt Martin, Central Heating & Cooling 1585 South College Street Mountain Home, AR mmartin@centralheatingandcooling.com Director – Robert Croy, Sanders Supply 1019 Bennett Drive Harrison, AR 72601 rcrow@sanderssupply.net Secretary / Treasurer – Chris Hickman, North Arkansas Electric Cooperative 1520 Hwy 62E Mountain Home, AR 72653 chickman@naeci
HVACR Professionals
in the Northeast Chapter Area
Class “A” 153 Class “B” 204
Class “C” 6 Class “D” 0
Class “E” 0 Registrants 473
Northeast Chapter
The North East Chapter serves 8 counties and is in the heart of Arkansas State University Red Wolf country. ASU is the State’s second largest University boasting an enrollment of over 14,000 at the Jonesboro campus. It is a cornerstone of economic development and cultural opportunity on 9 campuses. The North East Chapter region is a rich mixture of agriculture, heavy manufacturing, and education. It encompasses the Northern Delta fields of soybean, rice, cotton, and wheat. Two large processing plants, Nucor-Yamato and Nucor Steel, make this region one of the largest steel producers in the country. Other industries include American Greetings, Creative Foods LLC, Maverick Tube Corp., Coil Tec, Terra International, Milwaukee Tool, Siegel-Roberts, NIBCO, and Peco Foods. The demand for and opportunities for skilled, well trained, HVAC technicians grows with the economy.
Meetings – 3rd Tuesday : Oct., Nov., Feb.,
March, April
Dinner – 6:00 : Program – 6:30
Location: TBD
Jonesboro, AR
Northeast Chapter Officers
President –
Election in April 2021
Vice-President –
Election in April 2021
Secretary / Treasurer –
Jon David Carmack
Craighead Electric Cooperative
4314 Stadium Drive
Jonesboro, AR 72404
jcarmack@craigheadelectric.coop
HVACR Professionals
in the Northwest Chapter Area
Class “A” 155 Class “B” 181
Class “C” 10 Class “D” 3
“Class “E” 5 Registrants 879
Northwest Chapter
Opportunities for tourism and career abound in Nortwest Arkansas. Home to Walmart, Tyson’s, and J. B. Hunt, the demand for quality heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration design, service, and installation are at the top of Northwest Arkansas’ needs. The tremendous growth of the last decade is making a revival and the housing market is once again on the rebound. The Arkansas Razorbacks are the “State’s Team” with everyone from the northwest to the southeast corners of the state. The University’s programs are felt in 13 campuses bringing higher education, job training, and economic development.
Meetings – 2nd Tuesday : Oct., Nov.,
Feb., March, April
Dinner – 6:00 : Program 6:30
Location: Golden Corral
2605 West Pleasant Crossing Drive
Rogers, AR
Northwest Chapter Officers
President-
David Stephenson
Stephenson Refrigeration Services
1704 N. Main
Cave Springs, AR 72718
dstephenson@
Vice-President-
Coleman Nash
Sanders Supply
235 South 40, Ste. 100
Springdale, AR 72765
cnash@sanderssupply.com
Secretary / Treasurer –
Randy McKinney
Carroll Electric Cooperative
707 SE Walton Blvd.
Bentonville, AR 72712
rmckinney@carrollelectricecc
HVACR Professionals
in the South Central Chapter Area
Class “A” 62 Class “B” 40
Class “C” 2 Class “D” 4
Class “E” 1 Registrants 153
South Central Chapter
The South Central Chapter serves five counties and the three economic centers of south central Arkansas; Camden, El Dorado, and Magnolia, as well as many smaller but vibrant communities. According to Sperling’s Best Places, these three cities boast a ten year future job growth from 36.1% to 40.94%. The opportunities to grow and to build a career in a HVACR business to serve that growth in population and economic vitality are great. The region’s quality of life can be measured in the opportunities to hunt, fish, volunteer and to enjoy the many local festivals; i.e., Camden Barn Sale, Daffodil Festival, World’s Championship Rotary Tiller Race, Purplehull Pea Festival, Mayhaw Festival, MusicFest, and Magnolia Blossom Festival. Parks, wildlife refuges, lakes, and rivers abound. The South Arkansas Symphony and Southern Arkansas University add to the opportunities and quality of life in this region rich with history and culture.
Meetings – 1st Thursday : Oct., Nov.,
Feb., March, April
Dinner – 6:00 : Program 6:30
Location:
Ouachita Electric Cooperative
700 Bradley Ferry Road
Camden, AR 71701
Or As Noted
Meetings may rotate between Camden,
El Dorado, and Magnolia
South Central Chapter Officers
President –
Alan Dean
Dean’s Heat and Air
1300 California
Camden, AR 71701
alan@deansac.com
Vice-President –
To be elected April 2021
Secretary / Treasurer
To be elected April 2021
Southwest / Texarkana Chapter
Thousands of acres of lakes and waterways offer sporting enthusiasts lots to do in Southwest Arkansas. Hunting abounds for small and large game. The poultry and timber industries provide a base for the economy with plenty of opportunities to build a career in manufacturing. The Texarkana Chapter of the Arkansas HVACR Association provides critical service to homes, businesses, and industry making Southwest Arkansas richly laden with opportunities for career, home, and family. It encompasses the first home of President Bill Clinton as well as the gateways between Arkansas, Louisiana, Texas, and Oklahoma.
HVACR Professionals
in the Southwest Chapter Area
Class “A” 62 Class “B” 65
Class “C” 8 Class “D” 4
Class “E” 1 Registrants 152
Meetings – 3rd Thursday : Oct., Nov., Feb.,
Mach, April
Location:
Southwest Arkansas Electric Cooperative
2904 East 9th Street
Texarkana, AR
Southwest Chapter Officers
President –
Tim Williams
Central Air and Plumbing Company
450 South Kings Highway
Texarkana, TX 75501
timwilliams@central-air.com
Vice-President
Kevin Hamilton
Hamilton Heat and Air
29 North Valley Drive
Texarkana, AR 71854
hamiltonsheatadair@gmail.com
Secretary / Treasurer-
Neil Gerrald
Air Now Heating and Air Conditioning
700 West Thompson
Texarkana, TX 75501
fixmyairnow@gmail.com