TACCA Welcomes Victoria Schaefer as New Executive Director

Austin, TX – March 28, 2024 – TACCA – Texas Air Conditioning Contractors Association is proud to announce the appointment of Victoria Schaefer as its new Executive Director. TACCA, a non-profit trade association dedicated to promoting and supporting the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) industry in Texas, looks forward to Schaefer’s leadership as they continue their mission of empowering members and advancing the industry.

Roland Arrisola, 2024 TACCA President and General Manager of Stan’s Heating and Air Conditioning, expressed enthusiasm about Schaefer’s appointment: “We are pleased to announce Victoria Schaefer as the new Executive Director of TACCA. With the 2025 Texas Legislative Session on the horizon and the esteemed ACCA Annual Meeting gracing Texas in the same year, we recognize the importance of bringing strategic initiatives and collaborative efforts now to ensure Texas remains at the forefront of innovation and excellence in HVAC services.”

Schaefer brings a wealth of experience to her new role, having previously served in association leadership and the Texas HVAC industry. Her commitment to growing membership, expanding member services, and enhancing brand communication aligns seamlessly with TACCA’s goals of fostering industry excellence and supporting its members’ success. She will begin her new role at TACCA on April 8, 2024.

“As a lifelong Texan, Victoria is a great fit to serve a Texas-based trade association,” noted Arrisola. “She will bring additional leadership, energy, and creativity to the organization’s programs along with a deep sense of commitment to the HVAC industry.”

Schaefer’s return to TACCA signifies a pivotal moment for the association as they continue to navigate the dynamic landscape of the HVAC industry. Her leadership will undoubtedly play a vital role in elevating TACCA’s effectiveness and ensuring Texas remains a leader in HVAC innovation and service.

For more information about TACCA and its initiatives, please visit TACCA.org.

Contact:
Cindy Mitchell Lopez
Education and Membership Coordinator
TACCA – Texas Air Conditioning Contractors Association
services@tacca.org
512-320-0616

About TACCA:
The Texas Air Conditioning Contractors Association (TACCA) is a non-profit trade association dedicated to promoting and supporting the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) industry in Texas. TACCA provides its members with the tools and resources they need to succeed in the industry, while also advocating for the advancement of HVAC/R technology and standards

Informal Comment Period Extended for HB 1859

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has prepared a working draft of possible changes to the rules at 16 Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 75, regarding the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration program. The working draft rules have not been finalized and have not been submitted to the Texas Register for publication. You may view the draft rules by clicking this link (PDF). At the top of the document, you will see a link to a page where you can submit your comments.

The working draft rules are aimed at implementing House Bill 1859, passed by the Texas Legislature during its most recent regular session. House Bill 1859 requires TDLR to establish standards for Texas high schools and colleges to use in career and technology education programs. The bill provides a path to an air conditioning and refrigeration technician certification for graduates of these programs.

Please note that because this is an informal request for comments, your input will not be formally acknowledged but will instead be used to finalize the draft rules before they are presented to the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors Advisory Board.

We look forward to your feedback and ask that you provide your comments no later than April 5, 2024.