Contractor Conversations- Carmen Koo

In the first video highlighting the experiences of SMACNA contractors, Carmen Koo outlines her journey in the industry and some of the challenges and opportunities encountered along the way.

In the first edition of a video series from SMACNA's RISE Committee, we listen to the story of Carmen Koo of Fullerton, CA-based Applied Air Conditioning. Carmen talks about some of the challenges and opportunities that she has encountered during her time in the industry and offers useful insight that can benefit all of our members.


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