People-Centric Leadership in Action: The Engineered Cooling Systems(ECS) Story

A strong workplace culture rooted in people-centric leadership is essential for retaining top talent and driving business success. Recent data shows that only 33% of employees in the U.S. feel engaged at work, underscoring the need for companies to foster environments where people thrive. This episode of Straight Outta Crumpton explores how one organization has created a blueprint for long-term employee engagement and organizational growth, all while maintaining its people-first ethos.

What does it take to transform a company into a destination employer? How can leaders balance growth with the need to retain talented individuals in competitive industries?

This Straight Outta Crumpton episode, hosted by Greg Crumpton, delves into leadership, workplace culture, and what it takes to build thriving businesses. It features a conversation with Pete Doyle, President of Engineered Cooling Systems (ECS), and COO, Drew Adams, who discuss the practices that make ECS a standout employer. The discussion sheds light on strategies for building culture and retaining top talent.

Key Takeaways

• People-Centric Leadership: ECS fosters a workplace where employees feel valued and supported through consistent communication, development opportunities, and intentional culture-building.
• Structured Change Management: The leadership team emphasizes preparation and transparent communication when rolling out significant changes, ensuring alignment and trust among employees.
• Commitment to Growth: From personalized onboarding experiences to fostering long-term career development, ECS creates opportunities for employees to grow both personally and professionally.

Pete Doyle, a seasoned HVAC professional with over 40 years of experience, is the President of Engineered Cooling Services, a company he founded in 2002. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Dayton School of Engineering and previously served as Vice President of Commercial Service and President of Global Heat Exchange Service for Trane Company’s Mobile, AL franchise. His expertise includes leadership in HVAC solutions, commercial service operations, and innovative cooling system engineering.

Drew Adams, Chief Operating Officer at Engineered Cooling Services since 2006, brings over two decades of experience in operational leadership and financial management. Before joining the company, he honed his expertise as a Tax & Accounting Manager at Saltmarsh, Cleaveland & Gund and as a Senior at Arthur Andersen LLP. His career highlights include driving operational efficiency, overseeing financial strategies, and leading organizational growth in the HVAC industry.