Rod grew up across the street from Ahern field house in Manhattan and snuck into their engineering school before the days of tighter security.  While only passing the heat transfer courses, he was directed towards air conditioning SALES (his last name having nothing to do with destiny).  Working for a small mechanical contractor, it become obvious he needed to broaden his understanding,so he bought an MBA from a dime-store school down the street.  Carrier (GH&C) was his next stop and they taught him the difference between a WSHP & a chiller (barely).  Convinced labor hours would just confuse the estimate to replace A/C, Rod spent years on the road working for equipment manufacturers (Aaon, Munters & Stulz). Having finally been properly tutored (giving up his slide-rule for ESPN), he’s being groomed in the fine art of ”telling the story” AND “we stand behind it” concerning the benefits of both: proper space moisture control & energy-efficient IT cooling. Rod & his much-better-half Debbie, are long-time residents of Lenexa. They have raised two boys and are members of Redeemer Fellowship. 

Rex has achieved degrees in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration technology and Business Administration from OSU - Oklahoma State University. Rex worked with Johnson Controls in the Tulsa Branch, performing application engineering, NEBB certified air/water balance, service & new construction sales, and ran the service dept. before leaving in 1989. After JCI, he worked as a Product Sales Manager for Technical Systems, a custom air conditioning manufacturer marketing unique air conditioning solutions and managing sales representatives. Rex joined AAP in 1993, as a Sales Engineer, became Sales and Marketing Manager in 1997. Rex became the President of Associated Air Products in January 2003.

The employees of Associated Air Products are committed to a company goal of providing "INNOVATIVE HVAC SOLUTIONS" to our customers and providing the excellent Customer Service before, during and after the sale.

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Mike is a graduate of KSU - Kansas State University in 1978 in Business and Marketing. Mike joined local Kansas City Rep firm selling HVAC equipment in 1978. After a couple of stops with different representative organizations, Mike became one of three original partners in Associated Air Products in 1985. Mike has represented over 100 different manufacturers in his 20+ years in the Kansas City market. Mike is known throughout the HVAC industry as one of the top custom air handling unit (AHU) designers in the business. His ideas and experience yield solid AHU designs that work!

Chris started drafting and CAD work of HV/AC systems in 1986 then progressed to system design. After attending Central Missouri State University he used his communications major to become a partner in one of the largest real estate appraisal firms in the mid-west with offices in Kansas City, Springfield, St. Louis and Dallas, Texas. Transitioning his role in the appraisal company allowed him to join Xceligent, a company focused on creating a competitive alternative in the field of commercial real estate information. Chris, as part of a small group of people, concentrated on corporate sales and product development to help the company achieve its goal and sustain its place as one of the three dominant products in the sector. Chris came to AAP in 2007. His wide background in corporate sales and marketing will be used to enhance the marketing abilities of AAP.  Chris is our local VRF product champion and installation/controls training for this growing product offering.

Graduated from Purdue University in 1973 with a BSME degree. Joined Allen-Bradley Co. A was assigned to the sales group in Kansas City. Held several sales positions in the KC area then became Branch Mgr. in Wichita. Became District Sales Mgr based in KC. Covering the marketing for the states of KS, MO, and NE. Promoted to the Regional Commercial Sales manager position in KC and STL. Joined AAP in 1998 to sale & support VFD, Gas detection, and airflow measuring station applications, owner training and system startup. Active in local EMRA (past president), Electric League (President in 2004) and ASHRAE. John is well developed in his knowledge of electrical controls, VFD, and Solid State controls applications.

Leah has been a member of the AAP team since March 1996. While she was originally hired in an administrative/clerical capacity, she quickly increased her responsibilities and position to handle various accounting functions. Leah now manages all aspects of the accounting division as well as human resources. She has a B.A degree in Criminology. While often referred to as "our girl Friday," she has proven able to handle the many functions of AAP's daily operations.

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A graduate of Mid - Florida Tech in Orlando Fl, Bruce has 20 years experience in BAS, Controls and electrical systems installations and troubleshooting. Bruce has attended Niagara Technical Certification Program for Tridium Controls integration. Bruce is also certified to start up both analog and DDC Phoenix Controls systems.

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$0Paul received an Associate of Technology Degree with majors in Electrical, Electronics, and Instrumentation from Oklahoma State University, School of Technical training in Okmulgee, Oklahoma. From 1979 until 1994 Paul worked in the Tulsa office of Johnson Controls as Controls Technician, Application Engineer, Project Engineer, Project Manager, and finally as the Operations / Installation Manager. In 1994 he was selected to establish a Branch office in Northwest Arkansas for Johnson Controls where he built a successful operation focusing on teamwork and delivery excellent customer satisfaction. Paul retired from Johnson Controls in January of 2013 and immediately started his second act with AAP as the Director of Business Development in Northwest Arkansas.$0