Simplifying the Shift to Hydronic Heat Pump Systems

Andrew Jenkins is a Systems Product Manager for Trane Commercial, where he leads the development and maintenance of HVAC systems product strategy, identifies system development needs, and drives the commercialization and improvement of existing systems. With over 17 years at Trane, Andrew has held various roles, starting as a Product Support Engineer, and advancing through positions such as Airside Marketing Engineer, Channel Support Leader, and Catalog/Semi-Custom Product Manager. In his most recent role as Terminal Products Portfolio Leader, he led the Product Growth Team and set growth strategies for the portfolio. Andrew holds a dual degree from the University of Kentucky, with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and an MBA. He is active in professional societies like AHRI and ASHRAE, where he has served as Chapter President.

Ronnie is currently a systems development engineer for Trane Commercial HVAC Americas. His primary focus is developing energy efficient systems that improve indoor environmental quality. With over 30 years of experience in the HVAC industry, his expertise includes dehumidification, air-to-air energy recovery, and dedicated outdoor air systems. The current HVAC system puzzle he is developing solutions for is how to best integrate hydronic heat pumps into the airside and distribution design. He has received Trane Technologies Master Inventor status and has over a dozen patents. Ronnie is actively involved in the HVAC industry and on the related AHRI and ASHRAE engineering committees. He is a licensed professional engineer, a Certified Energy Manager by the Association of Energy Engineers and received his B.S. in Aerospace Engineering from Syracuse University.

Alan Clayton is a Regional Sustainable Sales Leader at Trane, overseeing the Florida and Southeast regions. With a background in engineering and business, Alan holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Missouri and an MBA from Lindenwood University. Alan began his career as a Sales Engineer with Arizon Companies, providing custom Air Handling Units (AHUs), before transitioning to Johnson Controls (JCI), where he served as Regional Sales Manager in support of the company’s joint venture with Hitachi VRF and ductless systems. Prior to joining Trane, Alan served as Sales Leader for JASCKO Corporation, where he led sales, marketing, and project management efforts for applied HVAC systems throughout South Florida. Residing in the Miami area, Alan is passionate about sustainability and enjoys fitness, reading, and spending time at the beach in his free time.