Inside MCAA – The Blueprint to Mechanical Contracting- Ep. 12  – The State of Service: Solutions, Skills, and the Future of the Industry

June 6, 2025

Welcome to Inside MCAA, The Blueprint to Mechanical Contracting, the podcast dedicated to unveiling the strategies and resources that power success within the Mechanical Contractors Association of America. Hosted by renowned Customer Experience Coach and NEI Instructor Frank Favaro, each episode dives deep into the wealth of educational tools, networking opportunities, and advocacy efforts that define MCAA.

Monthly we will explore how MCAA supports its members with cutting-edge insights and industry updates, helping navigate the dynamic landscape of mechanical contracting. From legislative advocacy to fostering trusted partnerships, Inside MCAA offers a behind-the-scenes look at the initiatives driving innovation and growth in the field.

Inside MCAA – The Blueprint to Mechanical Contracting- Ep. 12  – The State of Service: Solutions, Skills, and the Future of the Industry

In this episode of Inside MCAA, host Frank Favaro sits down with two leading voices in mechanical contracting service—Renee Fiorelli, President of Peterson Service Company, headquartered in Medford, New Jersey, and Adam Wallenstein, Co-President of Neptune Plumbing, headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio. Together, they examine the current landscape of the service industry, addressing both its momentum and its most pressing challenge: the labor shortage.

The conversation highlights strategies for recruitment and workforce development, including partnerships with trade schools, apprenticeships, and targeted outreach to students and parents. Renee and Adam also explore how MSCA’s member-driven educational offerings—from HVAC 101 and dispatcher training to hands-on technical courses and virtual sales programs—are helping contractors elevate their teams and bridge the skills gap.

Listeners will gain insight into the growing value of peer networking, evolving customer expectations, and the role of technology and training in maintaining competitive service operations. Whether you’re new to the trades or leading a service division, this episode offers practical takeaways and a compelling case for continued learning, collaboration, and industry engagement.

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