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The New Jersey Air Conditioning Contractors Association (NJ ACCA) is proud to host the 3rd Annual Statewide HVAC Summit on October 16, 2026, at the Tropicana in Atlantic City.
This premier event will bring together HVAC contractors, business owners, and industry professionals for a full day of education, training, and networking.
Highlights of the summit include:
Don’t miss this chance to connect with peers, gain valuable insights, and elevate your business.
Registration InformationThe New Jersey Air Conditioning Contractors Association (NJ ACCA) will host its third annual Statewide HVAC Summit on Friday, October 16, 2026, at the Tropicana in Atlantic City, with a Kickoff Reception the evening before on Thursday, October 15. Pricing
September 15th Early Bird Deadline
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Keynote Speaker
Rick Gutenmann is a Senior Consultant at MAP with more than 35 years of experience spanning higher education, entrepreneurship, real estate, and operations leadership. He began his career at Stony Brook University, where he taught, recruited, and developed entry-level professionals, earning tenure for his contributions. Rick later founded and grew a successful custom home construction business in Pensacola, Florida, earning “Home of the Year” recognition in the 2008 West Florida HBA Parade of Homes. He went on to become an Accredited Business Intermediary, advising buyers and sellers across diverse industries and business models. Rick’s deep understanding of small business success led him into the HVAC industry, where he served as a sales driver and general manager in Las Vegas and became a recognized leader in residential energy efficiency as a Certified Building Analyst. He later joined Goettl Air Conditioning and Plumbing as part of the leadership team, where he created the Goettl Academy to develop technicians and leaders across 12 locations—contributing to Goettl earning MAP’s President’s Award seven consecutive years. Rick is now a Senior Consultant at MAP, helping organizations apply the principles of accountability and alignment that drove his own success in the corporate world. Closing Speaker
Building Your LegacyLegacy isn't built in a single moment—it's shaped by the choices you make, the people you influence, and the standards you uphold every day. Join Carl Ippoliti, Director of Carrier/Bryant Sales & Marketing Peirce Phelps Inc., as he shares an inspiring perspective on what it means to build a lasting legacy. Through stories, insights, and practical takeaways, Carl will challenge you to look beyond short-term success and focus on the impact you leave on your business, your team, and your community. Discover how intentional leadership, purpose-driven decisions, and everyday actions can shape the legacy you'll be remembered for. Sponsor OpportunitiesThe Statewide HVAC Summit presents a valuable platform for businesses to gain visibility and connect with key stakeholders in the HVAC industry. Click Here for Our Sponsorship Opportunities
Exhibitor OpportunityThe Statewide HVAC Summit presents a valuable platform for businesses to gain visibility and connect with key stakeholders in the HVAC industry. Click Here for Exhibitor Opportunities
Tropicana Hotel Located on the beach and Boardwalk, 2,400 luxurious hotel rooms with spectacular beach and ocean views await you. The 200,000-square-foot shopping and entertainment complex, The Quarter, has over 30 restaurants, 30 shops, 20 bars and lounges, 4 pools, the Tropicana Showroom, multiple spas, and an IMAX Theatre. Join us for the day or make a weekend of it by booking your reservations.
RESERVATION LINK
Prefer to book by phone? You can make your reservation by calling 888-516-2215 (available daily from 8:00–2:00 AM).
When calling, please reference the following:
Group Name: NJACCA Statewide HVAC Summit 2026
Group Code: ST10HV6 The current parking fee per stay is $35.00 for self-parking or $50.00 for valet parking for all overnight hotel guests. This is subject to change. |