From HVAC Beginnings to Strategic Leadership: Corey Brown’s Journey in Service Logic

 

In the latest episode of Straight Outta Crumpton, hosts Greg Crumpton and Gabby Bar sit down with Corey Brown, the VP of Business Development at Service Logic. Their candid conversation delves into Corey’s journey in the HVAC industry, from his early days at Piedmont Service Group to his current role catering to strategic accounts. Corey reflects on the influential figures in his career, particularly highlighting the mentorship of H.B. from Piedmont. The discussion also touches on the challenges of training diverse groups and the importance of understanding the “why” behind business strategies.

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