In our trade, recognition usually goes to the people who sell the most boxes.

We think that mindset needs to change.

The HVAC Tactical Awards were created to recognize the people pushing the trade forward through craftsmanship, education, leadership, technical excellence, integrity, and impact on the industry.

This isn't a pay-to-play award.
It can't be bought.
And it isn't decided by follower count.

These awards represent the tradespeople who raise the standard.

The ones who stay late to help another tech.
The ones who teach.
The ones who obsess over the details nobody else notices.
The ones making the industry better - online and in the field.

Only a handful of awards are given out each year.

And every nomination matters.

Anyone can submit a nomination.

If you know someone making a real impact on the HVAC trade, nominate them.

The HVAC Tactical Awards Committee reviews every submission and evaluates nominees based on the criteria of each category -- not popularity or follower count.

To help us properly review a nominee, we strongly encourage nominations for individuals who actively share their work publicly online through social media, YouTube, podcasts, or educational content.

Why?

Because the committee needs to be able to evaluate the consistency, quality, and impact of the nominee's work.

A great technician who never shares their work publicly may still be incredible at what they do -- but without visible examples, the committee has no fair way to properly vet the nomination.

Nominations are open from May through October each year.
Official Nomination Form located at the bottom of the page.