Patrick T. Holleran
President of Field Controls L.L.C

As the President of Field Controls since 1994, Patrick manages and develops the strategic direction and vision of the company. The company has a robust product planning and development process which has helped it grow significantly in size, scope and infrastructure. Field Controls has implemented a total quality management system and embarked upon ISO certification. Looking for further competitive advantage, the company has embraced Lean philosophy and implemented lean principles throughout the organization. Thorough planning and execution, combined with ownership support, helps ensure that the company will meet its safety, quality, revenue, and return on investment goals.

Patrick attended Georgetown University on a full academic scholarship and earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. Patrick spent three years teaching Chemistry and Physics at Loyola High School in Los Angeles. He next honed his selling skills with multiple companies in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries where he consistently exceeded sales goals. In 1992, Patrick became the V.P. of Marketing and Sales at Field Controls where he directed new product development, guided advertising, and implemented promotional programs to increase sales. On the job success led him to be promoted to President in 1994.

Tony Schrank
Vice President of Engineering

At Field Controls, Tony is responsible for the design, development, and manufacturing of the current product line, as well as the development of the next generation product line. He directs the diverse staff to meet engineering, quality, and safety standards while responding to changing market conditions with innovative products.

Tony has more than 20 years of experience in the consumer products manufacturing industry. With a proven ability to manage multiple projects and people, Tony has directed engineering activities for several companies, aiding them in growth and profitability. Throughout his career, he has developed breakthrough ventilation products, trade secret technologies, and patented designs.

Bobby Nelson
Vice President of Sales and Marketing

At Field Controls, Bobby directs and plans all aspects of the company’s sales and marketing strategies, objectives, and initiatives. He is responsible for creating and executing the sales plan to fulfill growth objectives, maximize sales through effective territory management, and overseeing the marketing function by executing competitive strategies.

Bobby has over 20 years of global experience in the industrial, federal, and international manufacturing industries. After gaining experience in various engineering, operations, sales, and business development positions throughout Asia and the Middle East, Bobby moved back to the United States to manage sales departments for various multi-national companies. With a history of working for Fortune 500 companies, Bobby has utilized his market expertise to consistently and substantially increase bottom-line profitability.

Michael Afarian
Vice President of Finance

At Field Controls, Michael directs the accounting department, manages the company’s budget, and develops and monitors the budgets for functional areas. As the VP of Finance, Michael ensures that all corporate reporting responsibilities are met and that its accounting procedures conform to accepted accounting principles.

With 20 years of accounting experience, Michael has held positions ranging from Senior Corporate Accountant to Vice President of Finance and Administration. Michael has directed the establishment of human resources and has successfully negotiated and overseen major financial agreements to increase company growth and fund expansion.

Tim Begoske
Director of Training

With over 42 years of experience in the HVAC business, Tim has shown us that he is passionate about HVAC products and services. He has invested many years in sales, service and the installation of HVAC equipment, is a licensed residential builder in Michigan, has served as chairman of ANSI Z21.66, and currently serves on technical committees overseeing oil appliance standards. Well versed in the development and manufacture of HVAC products, Tim understands Field Controls products and enjoys sharing this knowledge with his students. Whether you are a company owner or manager, technician, or salesperson, you will leave Tim's classes knowing that he's given you the information you need to be successful. Tim can easily tailor his training classes to meet specific needs and can be reached at tbegoske@fieldcontrols.com. We maintain a complete schedule of upcoming classes on-line. Classes can be customized to meet your specific requirements from beginner to advanced, large groups or small. For more information or to schedule a class at your location, call 252.522.3031.

Tim Begoske receives BPI Building Analyst Certification

(Kinston, NC)- Tim Begoske, Director of Training, has recently recieved his BPI Building Analyst Certification. This BPI Energy Auditor training course provides individuals with the knowledge necessary to provide homeowners an overview of energy consumption and options to save money by conserving energy. It is aligned with Building Performance Institute (BPI) Building Analyst Professional standards for energy auditing and provides instruction for energy efficiency analysis using the house-as-a-system approach.

John Cotton
Product Manager

With 15 years of experience at Field Controls and certified as a licensed HVAC technician, John brings his expertise and abilities into the classroom. As Field’s product manager, John stays current on changes in the industry that influence Field products and initiates product changes and improvements. Whether the subject is draft, combustion, venting, or indoor air quality, John has the experience to give you the information you need and to answer your technical service questions. John explains how things are supposed to work, helps you plan your installation, and guides you through the simplest troubleshooting.

He can be reached at:
jcotton@fieldcontrols.com
phone: 252-522-3031 ext. 7318

John Cotton receives BPI Building Analyst Certification

(Kinston, NC)- John Cotton, Field Controls Product Manager, has recently recieved his BPI Building Analyst Certification. This BPI Energy Auditor training course provides individuals with the knowledge necessary to provide homeowners an overview of energy consumption and options to save money by conserving energy. It is aligned with Building Performance Institute (BPI) Building Analyst Professional standards for energy auditing and provides instruction for energy efficiency analysis using the house-as-a-system approach.

Ed Reynolds
Director of Sales

As a senior member of the sales and marketing team at Field Controls, Ed manages the sales activities of the Wholesale business unit and works directly with customers and internal function staff to meet and exceed sales goals.

Ed began working in the sales industry over 20 years ago. Ed has directed the distribution, direct sales, marketing, and pricing strategy for multi-state regions, contributing consistent profit growth for many companies within the commercial and industrial markets. With his extensive corporate training, experience with managing national sales teams, and history of increasing profitability, he has a proven track record of leading successful sales departments.

Timothy Barton
Regional Sales Manager

As Regional Sales Manager of Field Controls, Tim manages all sales activities in the Midwest and works directly with distributors, contractors, and representative agencies to lead expansion in that area.

Tim has spent the entirety of his career in the HVAC industry. He has held positions in sales, marketing, and management with leading manufacturing and distribution companies. With his experience in IAQ and his history of significantly increasing sales and market share, his background merges perfectly with our goal to develop partnerships with HVAC distributors and contractors in the midwest.

Ozden Karakurt
Southeast Regional Sales Manager

As Regional Sales Manager of Field Controls, Ozden manages all sales activities in the Southeast and works directly with distributors, contractors, and representative agencies to lead expansion in that area.

Ozden has extensive sales experience in the HVAC business, having worked for some of the industry’s leading companies in distribution, OEM, and service.

Eric Hokanson
Project Engineer

At Field Controls, Eric designs and develops new and existing HVAC electrical products and components. He also develops and implements performance test procedures to support product, quality, and agency assurance.

Eric has over 14 years of engineering experience. With his extensive knowledge of programming languages, proficiency in multiple softwares, and experience with electrical engineering, Eric is an expert hardware and software developer of digital thermostat controls. In addition to designing an energy efficient, digital, and programmable thermostat for commercial and residential applications, he has created software designed to reduce energy costs for Energy Star compliance.

Tommy Askew
Manufacturing Manager

As Manufacturing Manager, Tommy Askew oversees all manufacturing operations including planning, directing, and controlling production. The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for the planning and execution of all manufacturing work in support of the President and the businesses goals.

Tommy will direct and coordinate the activities of manufacturing and material control, while also overseeing purchasing, forecasting and production control functions. Tommy is also responsible for directing development of and adherence to budgets for functional areas.

Kyle Hertz
Lean Manager

At Field Controls, Kyle drives process improvement strategies, including Lean Manufacturing principles, to achieve significant and sustained results to bottom-line profitability.

Kyle will be responsible for driving operational excellence through continuous improvement and will provide effective leadership in implementing the company’s Lean Manufacturing strategies. As Lean Manager, Kyle is accustomed to operating a data driven, team-oriented culture with strong roots in manufacturing and expertise in Lean Manufacturing.