activities · 13
what they do
direct service · 9
- Communication and Networking Member Newsletter & Magazine DistributionMaintains an active social network across multiple platforms and distributes a periodic email newsletter to members, highlighting programs, new members, events, and sponsors to facilitate connections and keep members updated.
- Conferences and Events Women's Trade Professional DevelopmentOrganizes an annual conference and various regional events, including leadership experiences, networking events, and workshops, featuring industry leaders and topics on leadership and professional development for women in the HVACR industry.
- HVAC Industry Outreach Skilled Trades Apprenticeship ProgramsManages an Outreach Program that collaborates with primary and secondary educational facilities to raise awareness about careers in the HVAC industry.
- Industry Outreach and Education Skilled Trades Apprenticeship ProgramsManages an Outreach Program that collaborates with primary and secondary educational facilities to raise awareness about careers in the HVAC industry and provides education to support women in the HVACR industry.
- Member Communication and Engagement Member Newsletter & Magazine DistributionMaintains an active social network across platforms like Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Google, and Instagram, distributes a periodic email newsletter, and publishes the WHVACR Newsletter to keep members updated on programs, events, and industry news.
- Mentorship Program Mentorship Program Development & SupportOperates a Mentorship Program that connects experienced members with younger professionals and individuals with similar goals to foster professional growth, networking, and relationship building within the HVACR industry.
- Mentorship Program Mentorship Program Development & SupportOperates a Mentorship Program that connects experienced members with younger professionals to foster professional growth, networking, and relationship building, with updates based on member feedback.
- Outreach and Awareness Skilled Trades Apprenticeship ProgramsManages an Outreach Program that collaborates with educational facilities to raise awareness about careers in the HVAC industry.
- Professional Development and Networking Events Women's Trade Professional DevelopmentOrganizes and hosts an annual conference, regional leadership experiences, cocktail kickoffs, and other networking events for women in the HVACR industry, featuring industry leaders, speakers, and discussions on leadership and professional development.
capacity building · 4
- Membership Management Membership Management & RecruitmentOffers individual and annual membership renewals, provides email confirmation upon activation, and manages membership transfers and refunds under specific conditions.
- Membership and Member Support Women's Trade Professional DevelopmentProvides individual memberships to women in the HVACR industry, offering benefits such as product discounts, email confirmations, and managing membership renewals and transfers. The organization has grown to over 400 members.
- Membership and Networking for Women in HVACR Women's Trade Professional DevelopmentProvides individual memberships to women in the HVACR industry, offering networking opportunities through social media, email newsletters, and various events like cocktail kickoffs and discussions to foster connections and knowledge sharing.
- Professional Development and Education Mentorship Program Development & SupportOffers education, mentoring, and professional development opportunities through a Mentorship Program, Leadership Circles, Vision Board Leadership Workshops, and an annual conference featuring industry leaders and presentations on trends.
strategies · 16
how they think
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- Empowering Women through Education, Mentoring, and Networking education-mentoring-networkingThe organization empowers women in the HVACR industry by providing comprehensive support through education, mentoring, and networking opportunities. This approach fosters professional growth, skill development, and relationship building, aiming to increase the presence and success of women in the field.
- Female-centered safety and personal expression female-centered safety cultureSupports women in the trades by integrating safety with personal identity, promoting fashionable safety gear that enhances both physical protection and confidence in male-dominated environments.
- Female-centered safety culture with emphasis on identity and belonging female-centered safety culturePromotes safety and inclusion by supporting fashionable safety gear tailored for women, reinforcing both physical safety and personal expression in male-dominated trade environments.
- Global Collaboration and Leadership Development global collaboration and resource sharingThe organization aims to elevate women across the HVAC industry by fostering leadership experiences and uniting women's industry groups globally. This approach facilitates resource sharing, accelerates the growth of new groups, and creates visible role models, particularly in developing countries.
- Global collaboration and leadership development global collaboration and resource sharingAccelerates the impact of women in HVACR by uniting global women’s groups to share strategies and resources, while creating leadership opportunities that elevate visibility and inspire future generations, especially in developing regions.
- Global collaboration to accelerate women's advancement global collaboration and resource sharingStrengthens local and emerging women’s groups in the HVACR sector by facilitating global collaboration, resource sharing, and dissemination of proven strategies and programs.
- Inclusive Membership and Corporate Sponsorship for Industry Advancement inclusive_membership_modelThe organization advances women's careers in HVACR by engaging individuals of all genders through an inclusive membership model and securing support from corporations and industry organizations as sponsors. This strategy broadens participation and secures resources to further its mission.
- Inclusive membership and corporate partnership model inclusive_membership_modelAdvances women in HVACR by engaging individuals of all genders through inclusive membership and securing support from corporate sponsors and industry partners to expand reach and sustainability.
- Inclusive membership and corporate partnership model inclusive_membership_modelAdvances women's careers in HVACR by welcoming members of all genders and securing corporate sponsors, broadening support networks and resources while strengthening organizational sustainability and industry reach.
- Industry-wide networking to foster collaboration and visibility industry networkingConnects women across all segments of the HVACR industry and with global counterparts to build professional relationships, share resources, and create role models, especially in underserved regions.
- Integrated education, mentoring, and networking model education-mentoring-networkingEmpowers women in the HVACR industry through a combined approach of education, mentoring, and networking, which together support professional growth, skill development, and career advancement by connecting members across industry segments and providing structured learning and relationship-building opportunities.
- Integrated education, mentoring, and networking model education-mentoring-networkingEmpowers women in the HVACR industry by combining education, mentoring, and networking as interconnected methods to support professional growth, skill development, and industry engagement.
- Leadership and skill development through partnerships and programming leadership developmentSupports the growth of women in HVACR by providing access to leadership experiences and skill-building opportunities through partnerships with educational institutions and industry organizations.
- Promoting Female-Centered Safety Culture female-centered safety cultureThe organization promotes a female-centered safety culture by integrating personal expression with safety, specifically by advocating for fashionable safety gear designed for women in the trade. This approach aims to make safety more appealing and accessible for women.
- Structured mentorship for professional and personal development mentorshipUses a formal mentorship framework that emphasizes mutual accountability, knowledge sharing, and personal growth, where mentors provide guidance and perspective while mentees actively pursue skill development and goal-setting.
- Structured mentorship for professional and personal development mentorshipUses a deliberate mentorship framework that emphasizes mutual trust, accountability, and active participation, where mentors provide guidance and perspective while mentees take ownership of goals and skill application, fostering independent thinking and career navigation.
named programs · 2
what they call their work
Annual Conference
Hosts an annual conference focused on networking, education, and empowerment for women in the HVACR industry.
Mentorship Program
Connects experienced professionals with newcomers to provide guidance and support in career development.
relationships · 25
who they work with
- 20 organizations and media partners Partner — Organizational and media partners aligned with WHVACR's mission to support women in HVACR.
- AIRAH Partner — Founding partner of INWIC.
- AREA Partner — Founding partner of INWIC.
- ASHRAE Partner — Founding partner of INWIC.
- CAR Partner — Founding partner of INWIC.
- Comfortech Partner — Collaborates to host annual conferences focused on women in HVACR.
- Daikin Comfort Technologies Partner — Connie Schroder from Daikin Comfort Technologies was interviewed at the "Step Into Your Power" event.
- Education2Go Partner — Provides education opportunities through Education2Go
- FAIAR Partner — Founding partner of INWIC.
- Gaitz HVACR Partner — Tonya Gaitz from Gaitz HVACR was interviewed at the "Step Into Your Power" event.
- HVACChannel.tv Partner — Provides education opportunities through HVACChannel.tv
- IIR Partner — Founding partner of INWIC.
- IOR Partner — Founding partner of INWIC.
- ISHRAE Partner — Founding partner of INWIC.
- Indianapolis, IN Partner — Hosts annual conference in Indianapolis, IN, September 27-29.
- International Network for Women in Cooling (INWIC) Partner — Founding Partner of INWIC, established to advance the engagement of women in the RACHP sector.
- JSRAE Partner — Founding partner of INWIC.
- Mentor City Partner — Powers the mentorship program
- Safety Girl Partner — Partner organization offering discounted safety products to WHVACR members.
- U-3ARC Partner — Founding partner of INWIC.
- United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) OzonAction Partner — Partner in the INWIC initiative, with WRD and UNEP OzonAction jointly managing the Secretariat.
- WHVACR Conference Manager Partner — Responsible for handling event registration transfers for the annual conference.
- WHVACR Event Manager Partner — Receives written requests for transferring event registrations.
- World Refrigeration Day (WRD) Partner — Partner in the INWIC initiative, with WRD and UNEP OzonAction jointly managing the Secretariat.
- membership@womeninhvacr.org Partner — Contact point for membership inquiries and company bundle pricing.