How Mentorship Strengthens HVACR Workforce Development

About this episode

This episode discusses how mentorship builds confidence and strengthens leadership pathways in the HVACR industry.

In this episode of ”HVAC Chats,” host Nicole Krawcke, editor-in-chief of Contracting Business, is joined by Lori Tschohl and Barbara Pfeiffer from the Women in HVACR Navigator program to discuss how mentorship builds confidence and strengthens leadership pathways in the HVACR industry. Tschohl shares her journey from business ownership into the trades and her long-standing experience mentoring professionals, while Pfeiffer reflects on seeking guidance as she advanced into operations leadership. Together, they explore how structured mentor-mentee relationships support workforce development, career growth, and stronger industry connections—especially for women and underrepresented groups in HVACR.

People in this episode

Host: Nicole Krawcke

Guests: Lori Tschohl, Barbara Pfeiffer

Topics covered

• mentorship
• HVACR workforce development
• leadership pathways
• career growth
• women in HVACR
• underrepresented groups

Keywords

• mentorship
• HVACR
• workforce development
• leadership
• women in trades
• career advancement

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Women in HVACR Navigator, Contracting Business

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