International Network of Women in Cooling (INWIC)

🌟 Women in the cold chain industry 💪❄️ 🔗 To found all the informations, read the linked paper: https://lnkd.in/eDwkhyhJ This paper was drafted by Ina Colombo-Youla, Catarina Marques, Judith Evans Michael Kauffeld and Maria Tarlea back in the days!! Since various incentives from International Network of Women in Cooling (INWIC) founder partners increase women's membership. Encouraging women’s participation is essential to #fostering innovation and #diversity in this crucial industry. #INWIC #CareersinSTEM #WomenInSTEM #RefrigerationIndustry #EmpoweringWomen Institut International du Froid #CaRe Working Group: https://lnkd.in/ebCRbscG

At the 2025 AHR Expo in Orlando, the International Network of Women in Cooling (INWIC) hosted a panel discussion titled "Stronger Together: How Male Allies Help Advance Women in HVAC" on February 10, 2025. The session featured a diverse group of industry leaders who shared personal experiences and strategies to promote gender equity within the HVAC sector. The conversation delved into the challenges women face in the industry and underscored the essential role of male allies in fostering inclusive workplaces. Panelists included: Colleen Keyworth – Director of Sales & Marketing at Online Access Kristin Gallup – Director of Product Management at Carrier Enterprises MADI SAKANDE– President at U-3ARC Marco Buoni – Former President w/ International Affairs at AREA Air Conditioning and Refrigeration European Association; Director at Centro Studi Galileo Angie Snow– Principle Industry Advisor Service Titan Stephen Gill– Founder and Secretariat at World Refrigeration Day Yosr Allouche, Ph.D – Director General at International Institute of Refrigeration Attendees engaged in a dynamic Q&A session, gaining actionable insights on effective allyship and learning about opportunities to support INWIC's mission of advancing women in HVAC. The panel emphasized that collaborative efforts between male and female professionals are crucial for driving meaningful change and ensuring a diverse and equitable industry landscape.

Happy International Women’s Day from INWIC! Today, we celebrate the incredible women making an impact in the cooling industry worldwide. From engineers and technicians to business leaders and advocates, women are shaping the future of HVACR and refrigeration. At the International Network of Women in Cooling (INWIC), we are committed to empowering, supporting, and increasing the visibility of women in our industry. Together, we are breaking barriers, driving innovation, and inspiring the next generation. Let’s continue to challenge norms, uplift each other, and create a more inclusive industry for all. #IWD2025 #WomenInCooling #INWIC #DiversityInHVACR

Leading the Charge for Women to Advance in the Trades By Colleen Keyworth The HVAC industry is massive, employing more than 15 million people globally, yet women make up just 6% of that workforce. Most of us aren’t in technical roles, but are instead working in sales, marketing or management. Why is this? Continue reading, here: https://lnkd.in/dWhEPUFQ #Trades #BusinessOwner #hvac #industry #business #leadership #success #growth #plumbing #innovation #womeninhvac

Thank you Southern PHC Magazine for the feature! The article "Leading the Charge" by Past INWIC President, Colleen Keyworth, explores the significant underrepresentation of women in the global HVAC industry, where they make up just 6% of the workforce. It highlights the impactful work of the International Network of Women in Cooling (INWIC), founded in 2022, to break barriers and drive female participation through global partnerships and initiatives. If you're passionate about fostering diversity and supporting women in the trades, this is a must-read! #INWIC #WomenintheTrades https://lnkd.in/dWhEPUFQ

Day 1 at AHR Expo Orlando kicked off with an early 7am start at the Women in ASHRAE breakfast. Connecting with exceptional women set the tone for the day as I explored the expo next. A highlight of the day was leading an engaging panel discussion on "The Importance of Male Allies for Women in the Industry," put on by the International Network of Women in Cooling (INWIC). The impressive collection of male and female panelist's provided inspiring personal experinces and insight, making it a pretty impactful session. The day continued with the traditional "INWIC partners" dinner, where I enjoyed the company of esteemed colleagues and friends. The evening concluded with the crazy fun of the "Influenced" house party 🥳 , hosted by Service Business Mastery Podcast, Online Access, Inc., Rival Digital, and Abbott Family Insurance. It was truly a full day! 🙃 😮💨 #AHRExpo #WomenInASHRAE #INWIC #IndustryEvents #onlineaccess

Colleen Keyworth from Online Access, Inc., is calling for a fresh perspective on skilled trades. Years of prioritizing college paths left a labor gap, yet blue-collar careers offer stability, high earnings, and a bright future. It’s time to show young people the incredible opportunities in the trades and build pride in these essential careers! 💪 #womeninhvacr #whvacr #womenintrades #skilledtrades #womanintrades

We have a new competition for Women in Cooling! 🏆 ✔️ 2 categories ✔️ more prizes ✔️ more winners, First, Second and Third places ✔️ a Bigger competition! 👉https://lnkd.in/dqsmnJyr AREA World Refrigeration Day® incorporating World Heatpumps Day

This month, I had the honor of representing International Network of Women in Cooling (INWIC) at REFCOLD India 2024 in Kolkata, India. 🌍 🇮🇳It was an unforgettable experience being in India for the first time, where I connected with inspiring individuals and made valuable new friends, particularly the incredible women of the Women in Ishrae group. 🌟 During the event, I delivered a presentation highlighting the significance of women's groups in our industry, bringing my signature "passionate" style to the discussion which I'm not sure they were not prepared for. 😅 I'm grateful to Vishal Kapur for his exceptional hospitality throughout our visit. 🙏❤️ Thank you for making our time in Kolkata truly memorable. #REFCOLDINDIA #WomenInCooling #Networking #IndustryEvents #Kolkata #INWIC ISHRAE Kolkata ISHRAE Yosr Allouche, Ph.D sheetal Bhilkar Reema Kothari Yogesh Thakkar Sonali Dutta Nivedita Jadhav Debashree Dinda ( She/Her) Sonali Dutta Jayanthi Nagarajan Soumi Roy

Thanks Colleen Keyworth! It was Nice to have our booths next each others in Chillventa! More cooperation 💪🏻and new tools 🚁to promote our activities for the sector and International Network of Women in Cooling (INWIC)!