RSES Committees provide recommendations to the International Board of Directors which guide the overall direction of the Society. On a yearly basis, the President appoints members of either standing or special committees and staff contacts are designated by the Executive Vice President. See below for individual committee information.
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee operates as a mini-board of the International Board of Directors. Its primary role is to manage the Society between meetings of the International Board of Directors, in accordance with guidelines and limitations set forth by the International Board of Directors. The committee shall implement directives and policies of the International Board of Directors, and make recommendations to the Board on matters that advance the interests and welfare of the Society and its members.
Executive Committee members include:
Bruce Kamperschroer, CM, President
Harrison O. Travis, III, CM, Vice President
Robert J. Sherman, CM, Treasurer
Lawrence R. Donaldson, Secretary
Nick Reggi, CMS, Sergeant at Arms
Roger M. Hensley, CMS, E&E Board Chairman
Staff Contact: Mark Lowry
Ad Hoc Advisory Committee
The Ad Hoc Advisory Committee creates a stronger RSES brand by identifying industry educational needs and by exploring potential areas to expand in the market.
Ad Hoc Advisory Committee members include:
Ronald J. McCarthy, CM, Chairman
Robert E. Smith, CMS
Harry "Butch" McGuire, CM
Larry Lynn, CMS
Allan Smith, CMS
William R. Barranger, CM
Gary Struhar, CMS
Staff Contact: Mark Lowry
Awards and Exhibits Committee
The Awards and Exhibits Committee reviews and decides the recipients of awards presented at the Annual Conference and assists in the solicitation of exhibitors for the Technology Expo held in conjunction with the Annual Conference.
Awards and Exhibits Committee members include:
George S. Friedman, CM, Chairman
Jim Byrd, CM
Wes Maxfield, CM
Keith Hill, CM
Staff Contact: Jean Birch
Budget and Finance Committee
The Budget and Finance Committee supervises the Society budget, including funds, investments, and fiscal assets of the Society.
Budget and Finance Committee members include:
Robert J. Sherman, CM, Chairman
Bruce Kamperschroer, CM
Harrison O. Travis, III, CM
Lawrence R. Donaldson
Nick Reggi, CMS
Roger M. Hensley, CMS
Harlan "Skip" Krepcik, CMS
Staff Contacts: Mark Lowry and Kelly Womack
Conference Site Recommendation and Conference Review Committee
The Conference Site Recommendation and Conference Review Committee recommend future Annual Conference locations to the Board of Directors as well as provide an objective review and critique of the prior year’s conference.
Conference Site Recommendation and Conference Review Committee members include:
Lawrence R. Donaldson, Chairman
Robert J. Sherman, CM
Keith Hill, CM
Mike Eckstein, CM
Staff Contact: Jean Birch
Educational and Examining Board
The Educational and Examining Board is responsible for: the development and maintenance of all Society education and training courses; all Society testing and testing administration; the issuance of educational/training-related certificates; and the International Seminar Program.
Educational and Examining Board members include:
Roger M. Hensley, CMS, Chairman
Ratib Baker, CMS
Hugh Cole, CMS
Rolf Blom, CMS
Rich Hoke, CMS
Nick Reggi, CMS
Bill Sammons, CMS
Loren “Shorty” Shuck, CMS
Staff Contact: Renee Tomlinson
H.T. McDermott Memorial Fund Board
The H.T. McDermott Memorial Fund Board objectives are to develop and encourage leadership within RSES, and to advance chapter-level proficiency in the conduct of educational and business meetings. In addition, the Board has sole governing powers over monies in the H.T. McDermott Memorial Fund account.
H.T. McDermott Memorial Fund Board members include:
Ronald J. McCarthy, CM, Chairman
Harry “Butch” McGuire, CM
Robert E. Smith, CMS
Larry Lynn, CMS
Staff Contact: Kelly Womack
SkillsUSA/Student and CTE School Relations Committee
The SkillsUSA/Student and CTE School Relations Committee shall provide leadership and coordination to RSES members and Chapters that participate in local, state, and regional SkillsUSA contests, specifically for the HVACR competitions. This committee shall provide input and expertise to skills contest guidelines and parameters as well as provide judges for the annual National Leadership and Skills Conference. In addition, the committee will coordinate and liaise with Skills/Competences Canada and the WorldSkills International competition.
SkillsUSA/Student and CTE School Relations Committee members include:
Mike Eckstein, CM, Chairman
Jim Byrd, CM
George S. Friedman, CM
Wes Maxfield, CM
Staff Contact: Renee Tomlinson
Investment Committee
The Investment Committee oversees the investments of RSES and ensures all investing activities are conducted in accordance with the Society Investment Policy.
Investment Committee members include:
Robert J. Sherman, CM, Chairman
Mark Lowry
Paul Pavelski
Lawrence R. Donaldson
Harrison O. Travis, III, CM
Staff Contact: Kelly Womack
Journal Technical Review Committee
The Journal Technical Review Committee ensures the quality and accuracy of all technical articles. The committee consists of HVACR-industry experts whose knowledge represents many decades of experience.
Journal Technical Review Committee members include:
Loren "Shorty" Shuck, CMS, Chairman
David G. Demma, CM
Tim Lloyd, CMS
Chuck Otto
Andy Schoen, CM
Jeffrey Smith, CMS
George A. Story, CMS
Wesley D. Taylor, Jr., CMS
Staff Contact: John Iwanski
Membership and Membership Benefits Committee
The Membership and Membership Benefits Committee continuously monitors and assesses the needs and wants of RSES members and potential members. The committee researches and reviews possible affinity benefit providers whose products and/or services may provide added value to RSES membership and makes recommendations of such to the full Board, as well as monitors all affinity benefit programs on an ongoing basis to assure continued relevance and value.
Membership and Membership Benefits Committee members include:
George S. Friedman, CM, Chairman
Wes Maxfield, CM
Earl Kripas, CMS
Joe Marchese, CMS
Staff Contacts: Josh Flaim and Anna Szmajchel
Bylaw Review and Revision/Policy and Procedure Committee
The Bylaw Review and Revision/Policy and Procedure Committee reviews suggested changes to the Society Bylaws and applicable resolutions from the previous Annual Conference in concert with the Executive Vice President and Society Counsel. In addition, the committee continuously monitors the Society’s Policy and Procedural Manual and suggests revisions and updates to the Executive Committee and Board of Directors as necessary.
Bylaw Review and Revision/Policy and Procedure Committee members include:
Harlan "Skip" Krepcik, CMS, Co-chairman
Nick Reggi, CMS, Co-chairman
Harrison O. Travis, III, CM
Robert J. Sherman, CM
Mike Eckstein, CM
Rich Hoke, CMS
Staff Contact: Mark Lowry
R.W. Kellow Center of Learning Committee
The R.W. Kellow Center of Learning Committee principal responsibility is to oversee the R.W. Kellow Center of Learning Fund.
R.W. Kellow Center of Learning Committee members include:
Harrison O. Travis III, CM, Chairman
Roger Hunter, CM
Keith Hill, CM
Staff Contact: Jean Birch and Kelly Womack
Short- and Long-Range Planning Committee
The Short- and Long-Range Planning Committee develops short- and long-range plans for the Society and oversees the strategic planning processes.
Short- and Long-Range Planning Committee members include:
Harlan "Skip" Krepcik, CMS, Co-chairman
Nick Reggi, CMS, Co-chairman
Harrison O. Travis, III, CM
Robert J. Sherman, CM
Mike Eckstein, CM
Rich Hoke, CM
Staff Contact: Mark Lowry
RSES Auxiliary Liaison Committee
The RSES Auxiliary Liaison maintains a strong and consistent line of communication between RSES International and RSES Auxiliary activities.
RSES Auxiliary Liaison Committee members include:
Robert J. Sherman, CM, Chairman
Staff Contact: Jean Birch
International Liaison Committee
The International Liaison Committee monitors the business-related activities of affiliate associations and potential affiliate associations, reviews relationship opportunities of potential benefit to RSES outside the territorial limits of the United States and Canada.
International Liaison Committee members include:
Roger Hunter, CM, Chairman
Wes Maxfield, CM
Rolf Blom, CMS
Staff Contact: Kim Heselbarth
Industry Relations Committee
The Industry Relations Committee assists in the development and maintenance of strategic partnerships within the HVACR industry, such as RSES participation in sister association committees and projects.
Industry Relations Committee members include:
Earl Kripas, CMS, Chairman
Harlan "Skip" Krepcik, CMS
Joe Marchese, CMS
Jack Bartell
Staff Contact: Kim Heselbarth
Safety and Journal Advisory Committee
The Safety and Journal Advisory Committee principal responsibility is to be the Society’s focal point for all RSES safety-related activities, programs, opportunities, and promotions.
Safety and Journal Advisory Committee members include:
Jim Byrd, CM, Chairman
Leonard M. Holst, CM
Roger Hunter, CM
Joe Marchese, CMS
Staff Contact: John Iwanski