Celebrating Excellence: IntelliTec College Instructor Ivan Smith Named One of the Top 25 Most Influential HVACR Educators & Trainers of 2026

🎉 Celebrating Excellence: IntelliTec College Instructor Ivan Smith Named One of the Top 25 Most Influential HVACR Educators & Trainers of 2026 🎉

 We’re proud to share exciting news and celebrate one of our own! Ivan Smith, an HVAC instructor at IntelliTec College, has been recognized as one of the Top 25 Most Influential HVACR Educators & Trainers of 2026. This national recognition, announced by HVAC Excellence in partnership with TruTech Tools, honors educators and trainers who are making a meaningful impact on HVACR education and workforce preparation.

 🌟 What This Recognition Represents

Each year, HVAC Excellence invites nominations from across the HVACR community to identify instructors, trainers, and mentors who demonstrate exceptional commitment to technical education. From hundreds of nominations nationwide, only 25 individuals are selected for this distinction.

Those chosen are recognized for their ability to:

• Integrate real-world experience into technical training
• Support and mentor students entering the HVAC field
• Emphasize hands-on learning and practical skill development
• Strengthen the quality and consistency of HVACR education

Ivan’s inclusion on this list reflects his dedication to teaching, mentorship, and preparing students with the skills and knowledge needed for professional success.

👏 A Well-Deserved Honor

This recognition places Ivan among respected educators from colleges, training organizations, unions, and manufacturers across the country. Honorees will also be acknowledged at the 2026 National HVACR Education Conference, where their contributions to technical education will be formally celebrated.

At IntelliTec College, we are proud of instructors like Ivan Smith who bring experience, passion, and commitment into the classroom every day. His achievement highlights the quality of instruction our students receive and reinforces our mission to provide focused, career-ready education.

👉 Please join us in congratulating Ivan Smith on this outstanding achievement!

Source: contractingbusiness.com