The industry veteran was responsible for the firm’s vertical transportation practice. 

Drees currently serves as executive vice president of sales, marketing, and aftermarket at Daikin Applied, and will replace Mike Schwartz, who is retiring at the end of August after 11 years leading the organization.

Mike Schwartz, president and CEO of Daikin Applied Americas, to retire after 11 years of leadership.

In his new role, O’Brien will build on the strong foundation Goodwin and his team have established by implementing the strategic vision for the organization and further expanding Lochinvar’s innovative product lines.

Increased acute and chronic inflammation, oxidative stress on target organs, and worsening of underlying pulmonary and cardiovascular disease are some of the verified risks of suboptimal IAQ.