HVAC On Air

In this episode of the HVAC On Air podcast, host Tony Mormino sits down with Jenna Prasad , VRF Application Engineer at Gil-Bar and associates, and also a Sustainability Engineer at Ambient , to discuss the 2026 Ambient Sustainability Report and the evolving role of sustainability in the HVAC industry. Jenna shares her career journey from mechanical engineering and an internship at Gilbar to leadi...

In this episode of the HVAC On Air podcast, host Tony Mormino is joined by Holly Montrose , Senior Vice President of Sales Operations at Ambient , and Danielle Gill , Sales Engineer at Gil-Bar and Associates, to discuss the importance of professional networking in the commercial HVAC industry. They share real experiences about building trust, creating warm introductions, handling difficult situati...

In this episode of the HVAC On Air podcast , host Tony Mormino sits down with Andrew Gray , a VRF Product Champion at DMG , Part of Ambient Collective , to discuss common challenges in VRF system installations. Andrew shares insights from his field experience, including the importance of proper training, accurate system design, and following installation rules. They also cover issues like piping m...

In this episode of the HVAC On Air podcast, host Tony Mormino sits down with Isaac Simpson , Sales Director for the DMG Bay Area , part of Ambient Collective , to discuss the role of sales engineers and what it takes to succeed in the HVAC industry. Isaac explains how sales engineers balance technical knowledge with communication skills, the importance of building trust with customers, and how you...

In this episode of the HVAC On Air podcast, Host Tony Mormino sits down with Kevin Gray , Senior Account Manager at Ambient Data Centers , part of Ambient Enterprises , to discuss data center cooling and how these facilities are designed and operated. Kevin explains what data centers are, why they require constant uptime, and how increasing AI demand is driving rapid growth. They cover key cooling...

In this episode of the HVAC On Air podcast, Tony Mormino sits down with Jack Conway , Vice President at Gil-Bar Health & Life Sciences , to discuss modular operating room design and how these systems are built and used. Jack explains how operating rooms depend on strict temperature and humidity ranges, controlled airflow, and proper equipment layout to support safe procedures. They talk about...

In this episode of the HVAC On Air podcast, Tony Mormino sits down with Rob Tanner , Marketing Director, Applied Equipment at Johnson Controls . to talk about the importance of relationships in the HVAC and construction industry. Rob explains how sales engineers work closely with regional sales managers to connect with manufacturers and support projects. They discuss the many moving parts involved...

In this episode of the HVAC On Air Podcast , host Tony Morimino speaks with Scott Campagna, PE , Vice President of Housing at IMEG , and host of The Future. Built Smarter. Podcast , about the importance of relationships in the HVAC industry and how they drive long-term success. Scott shares how trust, responsiveness, and providing real value help build strong partnerships between sales engineers a...

In this episode of the HVAC On Air Podcast , host Tony Mormino speaks with Nick Mislak , Regional Segment Marketing Director with Danfoss , about compressor technology and how the HVAC industry is managing new refrigerant transitions. Nick explains how multi-refrigerant compressors help equipment manufacturers and contractors move from refrigerants like R-410A to newer options such as R-454B while...

In this episode of the HVAC On Air podcast , recorded at the 2026 Ambient Women in Construction event at the New England Aquarium in Boston, host Tony Mormino speaks with several women working across the HVAC industry. Guests include Danielle Gill , Sales Engineer at Gil-Bar and Associates, Marianna Huntley CRM / Sales Software Trainer Ambient Enterprises, Danelle Lavernuick , Customer Service &am...

In this episode of the HVAC On Air podcast, recorded at the AHR Expo 2026 in Las Vegas, Our Guest host James (Jay) Meyer sits down with Rob Tanner , Marketing Director, Applied Equipment at Johnson Controls . Together, they discuss how the expo reflects the future of HVAC in North America, including the growing role of AI, data centers, and advanced building controls. Rob shares how smart systems...

In this episode of the HVAC On Air podcast, recorded at the AHR Expo Vegas, 2026. Our Guest Host James (Jay) Meyer , Commercial System Sales and Design for K-12, Higher Ed, and Healthcare at Jacco & Associates , part of the Ambient Collective and exclusive HVAC On Air contributor, sits down with Danielle Gill , Sales Engineer at Gil-Bar Industries, Lindsey Kelley , Sales Engineer at DMG Corpor...

In this episode of the HVAC On Air podcast, host Tony Mormino talks with James (Jay) Meyer , Commercial System Sales and Design: K-12, Higher Ed, Healthcare at Jacco & Associates , and exclusive HVAC On Air contributor, about how digital tools are changing the HVAC industry. James shares how his background in IT and education helped him bring fresh ideas to HVAC, including launching a podcast...

In this solo episode of the HVAC On Air podcast, host Tony Mormino , VP, Technical Communication & Industry Engagement at Ambient , breaks down the seven most common types of heat pumps and how they are being used in today’s buildings. From air source and ductless mini splits to water source and heat pump chillers, Tony explains how each type works and where they are best applied. He also cove...

🔗 Contact Ambient Data Centers For Nationwide Data Center HVAC Equipment Sales and Service: 👉 Website: https://bit.ly/AmbientData_Centers ----------------------------------------------------------------- In this episode of the HVAC On-Air podcast, host Tony Mormino welcomes Rob Tanner , Marketing Director at Johnson Controls , to discuss the explosive growth of data centers and the critical role...

In this episode of the HVAC On-Air podcast, host Tony Mormino welcomes Holly Montrose , Senior Vice President of Sales Operations at Ambient Enterprises . Holly shares her unique journey from a chemistry major working in a clean room at Intel to becoming a leader in the HVAC industry. They discuss the critical role of company culture, the importance of "learning by osmosis" in a physical office se...

In the world of HVAC, comfort is a science, but the work is purely human. Introducing HVAC On Air, the new podcast where serious technical knowledge meets real-world personality. Hosted by Tony Mormino, this is the space where complex engineering is broken down through real stories, shared laughs, and insights from the people who keep the world running. From the job site to the design board, Tony...