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Women in HVACR unveils new logo, raises $18,000 for workforce development at regional meeting in Houston

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More than 80 attendees participated in leadership development, networking and fundraising events supporting women in the HVACR industry

ENGLEWOOD, Colo., June 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Women in HVACR (WHVACR), a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration trades, welcomed more than 80 industry professionals to its Step Into Your Power regional meeting in Houston in May. The event offered networking, leadership training and collaboration, as well as the unveiling of the organization’s new logo.

Introduced during the welcome reception, the refreshed brand logo reflects WHVACR’s commitment to celebrate each woman’s unique strengths while fostering the connections that create a powerful network of support, mentorship and opportunity within the industry. The meeting also featured leadership circles, vision-boarding exercises and peer discussions focused on personal growth, professional development and building strategic connections among women in the trades.

“Our Houston regional meeting showcased the incredible strength, talent and momentum of women throughout the HVACR industry,” WHVACR President Jane Sidebottom said. “The event gave attendees a chance to step back, think about their goals, share their experiences and learn from one another while celebrating an exciting milestone for our organization with the reveal of our new logo.”

Event raises funds to support women in HVACR
The event raised more than $18,000 to further the group’s mission, and the following companies sponsored various items and events:

Hunton Distribution: SWAG sponsorDaikin Industries: Ink Factory and Vision Boarding sponsorPipefitters Local 211: Leadership Circle sponsorThe Sauermann Group: Break sponsor

Attendees heard from keynote speaker Angela Gargano, who delivered an energetic presentation focused on resilience, confidence and personal growth. The event also featured local industry leaders Tanya Gaitz, owner of Gaitz HVACR, and Connie Schroder, director of residential product marketing at Daikin Comfort Technologies, who shared insights from their careers and discussed opportunities and challenges facing women in the trades.

A unique feature of the event was a partnership with The Ink Factory, whose team captured presentations and discussions through live visual note-taking. The resulting illustrations highlighted key themes and takeaways from the event while creating an engaging and interactive experience for attendees.

Looking ahead to the annual conference

The event concluded with a registration drawing for a complimentary ticket to the 2026 Women in HVACR Annual Conference, Built for Speed, scheduled for Sept. 27-29 at the JW Marriott Indianapolis. Belinda Byers, an HVAC talent recruiter at AC Designs in Jacksonville, Florida, was selected as the winner.

For more information about Women in HVACR, visit https://www.womeninhvacr.org/.

About Women in HVACR
Since 2002, Women in HVACR has worked to increase the number of women in the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigerant (HVACR) industry and empower women to succeed by providing members with a variety of opportunities to network and develop a professional environment through education and mentorship. The 1,200-member nonprofit organization holds a variety of regional and national events each year and provides scholarship opportunities for women who pursue careers within the HVACR industry, including those who seek engineering and business degrees or a trade school education. For more information about Women in HVACR, visit https://www.womeninhvacr.org/.

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Complete Comfort Heating, Air and Plumbing highlights why HVAC careers offer stability, growth and rewarding opportunities

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The Indianapolis-area home service company explains why more workers are choosing careers in HVAC as demand for skilled technicians continues to grow

INDIANAPOLIS, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Complete Comfort Heating, Air and Plumbing, a family-owned HVAC and plumbing service provider serving the Indianapolis area, is highlighting the benefits of pursuing a career as an HVAC technician as demand for skilled professionals continues to rise across the country.

Nearly 1.4 million trades jobs are projected to be unfilled by 2030, which means homeowners and business owners may have a harder time getting efficient help when a problem arises. With tech layoffs and AI fears, the skilled trades can offer long-term stability, competitive earnings and opportunities for advancement without requiring a traditional four-year college degree.

HVAC technicians play a critical role in installing, maintaining and repairing the systems that keep homes and businesses comfortable year-round. Their work requires technical knowledge, problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to evolving technologies, making it both engaging and rewarding.

“HVAC is a career that offers a unique combination of opportunity and challenges,” said Andrew Laughner, operations manager of Complete Comfort Heating, Air and Plumbing. “Every day has its own set of circumstances. Technicians are learning new skills and troubleshooting, while also helping customers when they need it most.”

HVAC technicians encounter a wide variety of equipment, environments and service situations. The growing adoption of smart technology, high-efficiency systems and indoor air quality tech also creates opportunities to expand knowledge outside of simply turning tools.

In addition to the challenging nature of the work, Laughner says HVAC careers offer several benefits that continue to attract new workers to the industry:

Strong earning potential and opportunities for increased incomeSpecialization opportunities to focus on areas such as commercial HVAC, refrigeration or residentialThe ability to enter the workforce through low-cost or no-cost trade schools, apprenticeships and certification programsStability: the industry offers skills that allow people to have a good paying job regardless of location or economic factors

For communities throughout central Indiana, attracting more skilled HVAC professionals is increasingly important as the existing workforce ages and demand for services continues to grow.

“People underestimate the impact HVAC technicians have on daily life until their system goes out,” Laughner said. “They’re the professionals who keep families and business comfortable during extreme temperatures. It’s a career that offers both monetary rewards and the satisfaction of keeping their local community running smoothly.”

For more information about Complete Comfort Heating, Air and Plumbing, call (317) 659-9030 or visit https://completecomfortgo.com/.

About Complete Comfort Heating, Air and Plumbing
Complete Comfort Heating, Air and Plumbing is a trusted provider of HVAC and plumbing services in the greater Indianapolis area. Owned by local businessman Kenneth Hale, the company is known for its commitment to quality workmanship and customer satisfaction. It offers comprehensive heating, cooling and plumbing solutions for residential and commercial customers. With a focus on integrity, reliability and community involvement, Complete Comfort strives to deliver comfort and peace of mind to every customer it serves. For more information, visit completecomfortgo.com/.

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Domino’s® Adds Parmesan Stuffed Crust to Its Best Deal Ever Just in Time for Soccer’s Biggest Matches

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Premium crust joins the $9.99 offer as Domino’s debuts Soccer Shootout – its first in-app game

ANN ARBOR, Mich., June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Domino’s Pizza Inc. (Nasdaq: DPZ) is turning up the value in time for soccer’s biggest matchups of the year. The brand’s “Best Deal Ever” is now even better, with Parmesan Stuffed Crust joining the lineup without an additional charge – giving customers any pizza made with any crust and any toppings for $9.99 each, now through July 26.

“Domino’s is as fanatical about Parmesan Stuffed Crust as soccer fans are about the game,” said Lindsay Hettling, Domino’s vice president of marketing. “Premium usually comes at a higher price – but not at Domino’s. We believe in giving our customers more without having them pay more. Now customers have more choices than ever before as part of this deal – whether they want Parmesan Stuffed Crust, Handmade Pan, Hand Tossed or any of our other crusts.”

To bring even more value to hungry fans throughout the summer of soccer, Domino’s is kicking off its first in-app game, which will give loyalty members more opportunities to earn rewards.

Domino’s Launches First-Ever In-App Game: Soccer Shootout
Domino’s is combining the love of soccer and pizza into its first in-app game, Soccer Shootout, exclusively for Domino’s Rewards members. Soccer Shootout lets fans test their aim by launching toppings at a moving pizza target for a chance to score bonus loyalty points and exclusive deals, including discounts on future orders.

Soccer Shootout is available now through July 19 to Domino’s Rewards members within the Domino’s app, under My Rewards.

To take advantage of Domino’s Best Deal Ever, order on dominos.com or through Domino’s mobile app.

About Domino’s Pizza®
Founded in 1960, Domino’s Pizza is the largest pizza company in the world, with a significant business in both delivery and carryout. It ranks among the world’s top public restaurant brands with a global enterprise of more than 22,300 stores in over 90 markets. Domino’s had global retail sales of over $20.4 billion in the trailing four quarters ended March 22, 2026. Its system is comprised of independent franchise owners who accounted for 99% of Domino’s stores as of the end of the first quarter of 2026. In the U.S., Domino’s generated more than 85% of U.S. retail sales in 2025 via digital channels and has developed many innovative ordering platforms.

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Resolver Positioned as a Leader in the SPARK Matrix™: Governance, Risk, and Compliance Platforms, 2026 by QKS Group

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The QKS Group SPARK Matrix™ provides competitive analysis & ranking of the leading GRC platform vendors.Resolver, with its capabilities spanning incident management, operational risk, compliance, and audit management, has been recognized for its focus on risk intelligence, investigation-driven workflows, and real-time visibility into enterprise risk events.

PUNE, India, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — QKS Group announced today that it has named Resolver as a leader in the SPARK Matrix™: Governance, Risk, and Compliance Platforms, 2026.

Sahil Dhamgaye, Senior Analyst at QKS Group, states, “Resolver has established a strong position in the GRC market through its risk-centric approach to governance, risk, and compliance management. Its platform enables organizations to capture, analyze, and respond to risk events by connecting incident management, investigations, and compliance workflows within an integrated framework. Resolver demonstrates strength in delivering contextual risk intelligence through investigation-driven workflows, supported by configurable reporting and analytics capabilities. Its capabilities enable organizations to enhance risk visibility, streamline incident response, and support more informed decision-making across operational risk and compliance functions.”

QKS Group defines Governance, Risk and Compliance Platform as a software solution that helps organizations manage and monitor their governance, risk management, and compliance activities in a cohesive and integrated manner. It provides tools and functionalities to streamline processes, assess and mitigate risks, ensure compliance with regulations and standards, and improve overall governance practices. It enables a strategic approach to achieving business objectives while navigating the complexities of the business environment. GRC platforms typically offer modules for risk management, compliance management, policy management, audit management, and other related areas, providing a centralized platform for managing all aspects of GRC activities within an organization.

Resolver positions itself as a GRC provider with strong capabilities in incident management, investigations, operational risk, and compliance. The platform enables organizations to capture and correlate risk events and incidents, providing contextual visibility into operational risks and their impact on broader compliance and governance processes. Resolver demonstrates strength in environments requiring real-time incident response and investigation workflows, supported by configurable dashboards and analytics. Its approach enables organizations to move from reactive incident handling to more proactive risk management, strengthening overall risk visibility.

The QKS Group SPARK Matrix™ includes a detailed analysis of the global market dynamics, major trends, vendor landscape, and competitive positioning. The study also provides a competitive analysis and ranking of the GRC platform providers in the form of the SPARK Matrix™. The study also provides strategic information for users to evaluate different vendor capabilities, competitive differentiation, and market positions.

“Being named a SPARK Leader in both GRC and IT Risk Management isn’t something we take lightly, especially in a field this competitive,” said Kam Rawal, President, Resolver. “Resolver gives risk and compliance teams the visibility, configurability, and control they need to run mature programs without the overhead of a monolithic, rigid enterprise platform,” he adds.

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For more information about Resolver, visit Here.SPARK Matrix™: Governance, Risk, and Compliance Platforms, 2026

About Resolver:

Resolver, a Kroll Business, a leader in risk intelligence solutions, safeguards $6.5 trillion in market cap across 1,000+ companies worldwide. Leveraging AI with deep human expertise, we help transform complex data into actionable insights, enabling businesses to mitigate risks, recover swiftly, and strengthen operations. Discover how at www.resolver.com. See Risk. Build Resilience.

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QKS Group is a global analyst and advisory firm helping enterprises, technology vendors, and investors make trusted, data-driven decisions. Our portfolio spans the flagship SPARK Matrix™ evaluation framework, SPARK Plus™ analyst advisory platform, QKS Intelligence™ for market and competitive tracking, and QKS Community™ for CXO leaders and practitioners. All offerings are powered by a Human-Intelligence-driven framework and QKS’s closed-loop research methodology – integrating expert-led insights, quantitative modeling, and continuous validation to deliver credible, outcome-focused intelligence.

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