At 18 and just four months out of high school, Eliel Torres came to HVAC Technical Academy unsure of what he wanted to do. Six weeks later, he had completed the program and was already working his first day with an HVAC company.
Workshop Commencements
July–August 2026 Completion Ceremony: Francisco Valdez
Francisco Valdez thanks the instructors who helped him through his HVAC training and his wife and family for supporting the six weeks he spent away from them. He also reflects on the classmates who started as strangers and became family along the way.
July–August 2026 Completion Ceremony: Jacob Castor
Jacob Casler thanks the families, instructors, and classmates who supported him throughout his HVAC training and reflects on how the experience helped him grow as a person.
July–August 2026 Completion Ceremony: Joshua Boone
Danny recognizes Joshua Boone for continuing to work through the challenges of HVAC training and not giving up. Joshua then thanks Danny, his family, and the people who helped make it possible for him to complete the program.
July–August 2026 Completion Ceremony: Maurycio Kimbrough
Maurycio Kimbrough faced struggles and obstacles during the HVAC Technical Academy workshop, but he never gave up. At the Completion Ceremony, Danny recognizes his determination before Maurycio thanks the instructors, classmates, and family who helped him make it through.
July–August 2026 Completion Ceremony: Words from Robert Burns
Danny introduces HVAC Technical Academy instructor Robert Burns and reflects on the relationships attendees build during training. Robert then congratulates the graduates, recognizes how much they have learned, wishes them well on the road ahead, and thanks their families for their support.





