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Terry Tanker

Terry Tanker

Terry is the owner of JFT Properties LLC and publisher of HVACR Business magazine. He has more than 30 years of experience in the advertising and publishing industries. He began his career with a business-to-business advertising agency. Prior to forming JFT Properties LLC in January 2006 he spent 20 years with a large national publishing and firm where he was the publisher of several titles in the mechanical systems marketplace.In addition to his experience in advertising and publishing Terry has worked closely with numerous industry-related associations over the years including AHRI and ABMA and he is currently on the board of directors for North American Technician Excellence N.A.T.E "

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Embracing Change: A New Year and a New Political Landscape

It’s a time for change that can signal an opportunity for the future.

Originally published Published: 12.02.24 Author By Terry Tanker

Publisher’s Page | Give Your Branding Time to Work

The details that make branding work. Think of branding as long-term success.

Originally published Published: 10.01.24 Author By Terry Tanker

20 Questions with Jeff Underwood President of RectorSeal

Publisher Terry Tanker spoke with Jeff Underwood, President of RectorSeal. The two discussed living in Texas, family, selecting a management team and introducing new products.

Originally published Published: 10.01.24 Author By Terry Tanker

Micromanagement: The Silent Productivity Killer

Micromanagement is a prevalent issue in many workplaces, yet few are willing to openly address it.

Originally published Published: 08.01.24 Author By Terry Tanker

20 Questions with Kate Cinnamo

They discussed how to introduce students, educators and parents to the plumbing, heating, cooling and electrical trades. And how contractors, distributors and manufacturers can support the effort.

Originally published Published: 07.01.24 Author By Terry Tanker

20 Questions with Keith Ouimette

Keith Ouimette, Chief Operating Officer at Cardinal Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, one of our Tops In Trucks Fleet Design Contest winners. The two discussed fleet …

Originally published Published: 06.01.24 Author By Terry Tanker

2024 Tops In Trucks Fleet Design Contest

An in-depth explanation of all that goes into choosing a good fleet design and how we choose the winners.

Originally published Published: 06.01.24 Author By Terry Tanker

20 Questions with Gene LaNois

Terry and Gene discuss family businesses, bucket lists, preparing for business every day and upcoming industry trends, challenges and opportunities.

Originally published Published: 04.01.24 Author By Terry Tanker

6 Lessons Learned for the Small Business Owner

Words of advice for the small business owner.

Originally published Published: 03.02.24 Author By Terry Tanker

20 Questions with John Akhoian

John Akhoian discusses learning the trade as a teenager, managing a team and learning from audiobooks, as well as mentors.

Originally published Published: 03.02.24 Author By Terry Tanker

20 Questions with Mark Hyde

Terry Tanker sat down with Mark Hyde, of Hydes Air Conditioning, Heating and Electrical. They discussed operating a family business, the pending refrigerant change, and more.

Originally published Published: 01.07.24 Author By Terry Tanker

Making Plans and Setting Goals for the New Year

Renew your HVACR Business subscription and meet our new Editor-in-Chief, Tom Peric.

Originally published Published: 01.06.24 Author By Terry Tanker

A Touch of Class

A touching publisher’s page by Terry Tanker, where he explains the reasons true class will take you farther as a leader, than money or brutishness.

Originally published Published: 12.01.23 Author By Terry Tanker

20 Questions with Tom Howard

Terry Tanker and Tom Howard discuss rebranding, training, community involvement, and more.

Originally published Published: 10.01.23 Author By Terry Tanker

Were All the World Looking

When running your business, be honest about your values.

Originally published Published: 10.01.23 Author By Terry Tanker