Arkansas HVACR NewsMagazine May 2024

HVACR NewsMagazine May 2024

State National Chapter News

With Love and Respect Richard Clark is Recognized

Our industry has many folks that we could refer to as Legacy. That means they served for the benefit of the HVACR industry for years; generally without recognition for the sacrifices and contributions they made. Richard Clark is definitely one of those. He was recently presented a plaque of recognition for his many years of service. Most in Arkansas know Richard for his ownership and work at Environmental Equipment in North Little Rock. It was there that he planted and nurtured the seeds of technical expertise and professionalism. Presenting the plaque were Tony Woodard Chief Inspector of the State, Alan Dean of Dean’s Air Conditioning in Camden and Chair of the HVACR Licensing Board, and John and Rhonda Zajac of All City Mechanical. Each had a story that credited Richard for their growth and success. It was touching in that grown men had a tear in their eyes as they recounted what “they owed” Richard. None of us can take full credit for our success and these men heartedly gave Richard credit for theirs; not just in business but as a friend and mentor. Wanting to meet the man he had heard so much about, Lindsay Moore, Director of Code Enforcement, also attended and expressed his gratitude for the quality of man Tony Woodard became a t Richard’s mentorship. Richard worked tirelessly to pass the HVACR Licensing Law. That effort has provided benefit to the HVACR industry and protection for Arkansans. There were

Richard Clark & Alan Dean

many involved but Richard offered significant support and coordination of the effort. He also worked with AP&L and the Cooperatives to start the Arkansas Heat Pump Association, the forerunner of the Arkansas HVACR Association. He also provided Manual J and duct design training for Association meetings. So, when you add up the industry and personal impact, few can compare to Richard Clark and none can surpass.