ARI and GAMA Explore Merger

The Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI) board approved steps to explore a merger with the Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association (GAMA). This includes forming focus groups, investigating other association mergers, and holding regional briefings for member input.

“The Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI) board of directors has reviewed the recommendations regarding the possible merger with the Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association (GAMA) from the Study Group made up of former ARI and GAMA chairmen and the three broad committees that provided recommendations to the Study Group.”

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