SUITS BOOTS and BACKROADS Mark Cunningham with Environ
Environ, Inc. is a manufacturer’s representative of large commercial and industrial HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning) Equipment. They sell the most efficient systems to reduce greenhouse gasses and reduce the carbon footprint of the buildings they serve. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Man & Woman of the Year campaign is a 10-week philanthropic competition for leaders in local communities across the United States. Candidates and their teammates raise funds for LLS in honor of local blood cancer survivors, the Boy & Girl of the Year.
The title “Man or Woman of the Year” is awarded to the candidate whose team raises the most funds during the competition. The top man & woman candidate in the country are awarded with the national title. LLS is at the forefront of the fight to cure cancer. Compared to other blood cancer nonprofits, LLS is the largest funder of cutting-edge research to advance cures.They have invested more than $1.2 billion in research. They are leaders in advancing breakthroughs in immunotherapy, genomics and personalized medicine. This research saves lives. These revolutionary new treatments originally discovered through blood cancer research are now being tested in clinical trials for other cancers.
Mark Cunningham is Vice President and part owner of Environ, Inc. His company provides Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning Equipment for Commercial and Industrial buildings. In his 25 years in the HVAC industry, he has provided engineering support and sold the Air-Conditioning equipment on much of the Arizona and San Diego landmarks as well as the majority of Las Vegas Casinos.
A Midwest boy from Ohio, he moved to Scottsdale when he was 15 and received his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from ASU. Mark was named one of the 2018 Most Eligible Phoenicians in AZ Foothills Magazine. The LLS of Arizona nominated him to be a candidate for the 2019 Man of the Year charity based on spotting this mention, his personality, and strong Arizona network. This is the first time running his own charity fundraising event. When not working and running his campaign, he enjoys taking his kids and father to Rocky Point, Mexico every 6 months with his local church and 1Mission to build houses for the less fortunate.
Mark is looking forward to giving back to the community now that he is getting closer to being an empty nester. He has been busy raising 4 kids and successfully launched his daughter Savannah (22) who is a United States Marine and married to a Marine, as well as his son Dane (20) who recently joined the Navy and is currently in pursuit of a position within Special Forces. Cayla (18) and Cade (16) are finishing up their years in high school, while dad enjoys CrossFit training and competitions when not injured from riding live bulls.
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About the Host
Angela Felix has been in technology for over 15 years, but her passion is and always will be helping people. She believes that there are people you must meet….and people you must experience. She recognizes the fact that technology pays the bills…or in her words “buys food and toilet paper”, but the real reward is the fulfillment she finds in helping others accomplish their goals. She’s a mother, a veteran, an advocate, and a firm believer in the American Dream.
About the Suits, Boots, and Backroads Podcast
With the help of technology, Phoenix Business RadioX, and some dear friends, Angela introduces you to people who are making a positive impact in the world. Suits, Boots, and Backroads guests are passionate about helping others. They are individuals who’ve run with an idea because they saw a need and want to be a part of the solution, not the problem. Angela believes these folks are out there making a real difference for our youth, homeless, education, veterans, and entrepreneurs; and with that in mind, Angela knows you need to get to know them too. So hang up the suit, throw on your boots, and let’s take a backroad!
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