Last week, Carrier hosted the 2026 Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer (CFAD) Meeting, bringing together over 900 top dealers, distributors, trainers, and partners for a high-energy week focused on innovation, connection, and performance. Held in Los Angeles, the event underscored Carrier’s commitment to building smarter, connected solutions that elevate dealer success and enhance homeowner comfort, all aligned to this year’s “Built to Lead” theme. Carrier is part of Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), a global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions.
“Our dealers are the engine behind Carrier’s momentum,” said Nick Arch, Vice President and General Manager of Residential Solutions at Carrier. “CFAD is more than a meeting, it’s a powerful reminder of what happens when the best in the business come together to share ideas, strengthen capabilities, and raise the bar for our entire industry.”
This year’s awards celebration honored standout leaders whose excellence continues to shape the future of HVAC. Among the top recipients recognized were:
- Tom’s Heating Service: the only dealer to receive the President’s Award 20 consecutive times, earning the honor every year since the program’s inception.
- Roger Sayler, Roger’s Plumbing and Heating, Inc.: celebrated for leadership, customer commitment, and consistent operational excellence by being inducted into the Carrier Dealer Hall of Fame.
- Jim Morelli, Morelli Heating & Air Conditioning: posthumously inducted into the Carrier Dealer Hall of Fame for his lasting contributions to the industry.
- Skip Mungo, Temperature Equipment Corp.: honored for distinguished impact, leadership, and dedication across the Carrier network.
Throughout the week, dealers and Carrier leaders engaged in collaborative sessions, hands‑on demonstrations, and forward‑looking discussions focused on strengthening operations and accelerating growth. The event also featured a robust lineup of training sessions, with over 3,644 hours of education delivered, underscoring attendees’ strong commitment to continuous learning and performance excellence. As the industry continues to shift toward smarter, more energy efficient solutions, Carrier remains committed to equipping its dealer network with the innovations, training, and support needed to lead with confidence.
To learn more about Carrier visit www.carrier.com/residential.
About Carrier
Founded by the inventor of modern air conditioning, Carrier is a world leader in high-technology heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems. Carrier provides sustainable solutions, integrating energy-efficient products, building controls and energy services for residential, commercial, retail, transport and food service customers. Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. For more information, visit carrier.com or follow @Carrier on X.
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