Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI) is pleased to announce the addition of Tim Fisher, team leader of market intelligence.

Before HARDI, Fisher served as the director of government and external affairs for an Ohio-based association, the Council for Developmental Finance Agencies. He studied economics as an undergraduate, has a Master of Arts in Latin American studies, and is currently pursuing his Master of Business Administration at the Ohio State University. Fisher is also advanced in the Spanish language, allowing a deeper relationship with HARDI Mexico members.

"Tim has a passion and an aptitude for market research and will be the perfect addition to our team as we seek to double down on our market intelligence efforts," said Executive Vice President Emily Saving. "Additionally, his keen ability to cultivate relationships with member companies will be a great asset to our growing team."

The team leader of market intelligence is a new position for the organization, and plays a leadership role in helping HARDI achieve its vision to provide economic analysis, forecasting, and market research that allows HARDI members to realize a competitive advantage.

Fisher has the skills and experience that will allow him to become an expert in the HVACR distribution industry. He will be performing analysis of members' business themes and trends and will be leading market research activities and developing a unique forecasting strategy of the HVACR industry, helping members make smarter business decisions.

HARDI has hired four employees into new positions this year to be fully equipped to execute strategic changes that will benefit members in the new year.