Design Mechanical
Design Mechanical Inc., a KC-based company that opened shop in 2003, provides heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration services for the commercial and industrial markets in the metro area. Though the company is still relatively young, it has solidified partnerships with many of KC’s major companies, among them Sprint, Shawnee Mission Medical Center, Black and Veatch, and Iron Mountain. DMI is rooted in the belief that good business is built upon solid relationships, common sense, fairness, and fun. This formula appears to be working in catapulting the company to success!
As a company that strives to rise above the expected levels of service in its industry, DMI has collected several awards and distinctions in the last few years, among them the Mechanical Service Contractors Association’s Star Certification (2005) and the Kansas City Kansas Chamber ‘New Small Business of the Year’ Award (2005). When asked what to expect from DMI in 2010, MetroWireKC was told that DMI ‘will continue to concentrate on energy efficient solutions to save our customers money. In these tough times, building owners and managers are needing to be more creative with their budgets. And with the current economic stimulus programs available, upgrading building HVAC makes sense now to help with equipment efficiency and building sustainability ultimately saving dollars both now and in the future.’ It is no wonder that DMI, with its unsurpassed focus on its clients’ best interest and needs, has had continued growth and great success despite the economic slowdown.
The Design Mechanical Team (L-R): Front Row- Claudia Shoults, Mike Chieppo (VP), Bill Iler (President), Valerie Mussett- Back Row- Steve Ricketts, Stephanie Casteel, Crystal White, Daryl Cox, Ray Arnone, Lacy Faherty, Gina Moseley, Miles Adcock, Gena Evans, Mike Hiebert, Bill Pointer, Steve Buck
The Shops on Blue Parkway
In an area of town often overlooked by those that roam outside its parameters, William H. Jones with Swope Community Builders and Greg Patterson of Patterson and Associates are busy cultivating business opportunities in an underserved market. At a press conference announcing new tenants last Friday, October 30th, Mr. Jones spoke about the opportunity that exists for retailers that are coming in to The Shops on Blue Parkway, citing that he and the merchants are excited about the ability, in this location, to generate revenues and build businesses despite the tough economic climate. Retailers that have had success in The Shops thus far include the anchor operation, Sun Fresh, as well as Subway, Family Dollar, Foot Locker, H&R Block, and Simply Fashion. New to The Shops, as of October 30th, are Burger King, Boost Mobile, and Blue Parkway Cleaners, which are expected to open operations up by the end of January 2009.
Willian H. Jones and Greg Patterson take a moment to pose for a picture despite being busy filling folks in about all that is going on at The Shops.