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Air Conditioning Executive Speaks at National Conference
W. Theodore Etzel, III, the chair of Conditioned Air, recently presented at the Air Conditioning Contractors of America conference in Fort Worth, Texas. Check out the full article here.
Strategies for CEO Succession
In June, Tim Dupre was named CEO of Naples-based Conditioned Air, taking over that title from longtime company operator, Theo Etzel. But the transition was actually more than three years in the making, the result of a well-thought plan to ensure a smooth changeover. Check out the full article here.
No Sign of Cooling Off - Field Supervisor Marks 50 Years at Conditioned Air
Mr. Sanders was 21 when he joined the staff at Conditioned Air in Naples. Fifty years later, he feigns confusion when folks ask when he’s retiring. At 71, he’s now a field supervisor, overseeing much of the work he used to do himself, although he still makes house calls. For more on Mr. Sanders' 50 years, check out the full article here.
RHEEM® CELEBRATES NATIONAL PRO PARTNERS: Event Recognizes Top Performing Contractors for Excellence in Sales and Customer Service of Rheem Heating, Air Conditioning, and Ventilation Products
The Conditioned Air team of Naples, Fla., joined Rheem® in celebration at the company's Top Pro Partner awards dinner and reception in Washington, D.C. on April 24th, 2018. The event recognized and rewarded an elite group of HVAC businesses that demonstrated excellence in Rheem sales, customer support, and overall service during 2017.
Pictured From Left to Right: Randy Roberts, Vice President and Sales - Rheem Air Division, Timothy DuPre - Conditioned Air, Jeff Zanella - Conditioned Air, Mike Branson, Executive Vice President and General Manager - Rheem Air Division.

Chief Executive and owner W. Theodore Etzel III and his wife, Kim receive Doyle E Carlton Award from Stetson University, November 2017
Conditioned Air Company of Naples LLC announced that Chief Executive and owner W. Theodore Etzel III and his wife, Kim, have received the Doyle E. Carlton Award from Stetson University. The award was presented at the 2017 Alumni and University Awards Ceremony on November 4th at the university. The Doyle E. Carlton Award is one of Stetson University's highest honors and is presented annually to an alum or friend of the university in recognition of devotion to Christian higher education and in appreciate for his/her extraordinary contribution to the life and development of the university, City of DeLand and State of Florida. It is named for Doyle E. Carlton Sr., a former Florida governor and Stetson alumnus and trustee. Learn More.
Tim Dupre Recognized as a “40 Under 40” Recipient, October 2016
Conditioned Air congratulates Tim Dupre on being recognized as a “40 Under 40” recipient by the Business Observer. Learn more
Theo Etzel Honored as Member of 2016-17 Class of Champions
I am honored to be in the 2016-17 class of Champions. This is an outstanding group of leaders in Collier County dedicated to assisting with education and classroom initiatives for every child in our public schools. Thank you for the selection, Champions for Learning! - Theo Etzel
Q&A With Theo Etzel in Florida Weekly
Read a Q&A with Conditioned Air CEO, Theo Etzel about his way of doing business - and life. Learn more
Keys to Success - as Seen in Beyond the Gates Magazine
Conditioned Air CEO, Theo Etzel, is featured in Beyond the Gates Magazine. Learn more