About Us: Hunton Group - Delivering Trusted Solutions Since 1981
A Legacy of Trust and Innovation
Founded in 1981, Hunton Group has built a reputation for professionalism, performance, value, and trust. For over four decades, we’ve delivered innovative HVAC systems, OEM services, and comprehensive building solutions—all backed by Trane’s industry-leading products. Our commitment to air quality and building performance remains at the heart of everything we do.
Customized Solutions for Every Environment
At Hunton, our mission is to transform indoor environments where people live, work, learn, and play. We offer tailored HVAC and consulting services designed to meet each customer’s unique needs. With over 630 associates and $400 million in annual sales, we bring the financial strength, strategic partnerships, and technical expertise needed to deliver results.
“From the beginning, our goal across the Hunton Group family has always been seamless service and 100% customer satisfaction,” says R.O. Hunton, Chairperson and Founder. “We’ve structured our organization to harness our extensive knowledge and resources, helping our customers achieve their goals while delivering real, added value.”
HVAC Systems & Business Consulting Services
Recognized for its energy-efficient HVAC systems, facility services, and advanced building controls, the company continues to lead in delivering reliable solutions. In addition to these core offerings, our expert team provides security and fire-life safety systems, parts support, and flexible financial options designed to meet diverse customer needs.
Furthermore, our business consulting services empower clients to transition toward sustainable, intelligent buildings. We specialize in:
- Building optimization
- AI-driven system upgrades
- Renewable energy integration
- Predictive maintenance
- Decarbonization and resilience strategies
- Installation, repair, and maintenance of HVAC systems and controls
A Culture of Excellence
With a strong commitment to workplace excellence, the company has earned recognition as a Top Workplace in Houston for 12 consecutive years. Additionally, national honors in 2021, 2022, 2024, and 2025 reflect our continued dedication to employee satisfaction and organizational integrity. Most recently, in 2025, we were proud to receive the Houston Business Journal’s Best Family-Owned Business Award for the third year in a row—further validating our team’s passion and our promise to serve our people, customers, and community with integrity and care.
Built in Texas. Growing in Texas.
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, with new offices in Beaumont and expansion into College Station, Hunton continues to lead as Southeast Texas’ premier provider of HVAC equipment and facility solutions. As we grow, our focus remains clear: building lasting relationships and earning customer trust through every project.
Thank You for Choosing Hunton
For 44 years, Hunton Group has been your trusted partner in HVAC systems, building consulting, and environmental innovation. We look forward to many more years of partnership and success.
Purpose
We exist to radically improve the indoor environments in which people live, work, learn, and play.
Vision
We envision a responsible future that offers places where comfort, productivity, and well-being are available to all.
Mission
By relentlessly pursuing a sustainable future and building enduring relationships, we positively impact the world indoors.
Imagine It
See the Possibilities
- Be Innovative
- Be Courageous
- Be Purposeful
Love It
Make it Happen
- Be Kind
- Be Passionate
- Be Real
Own It
Give it Your All
- Be Accountable
- Be Ethical
- Be Loyal
MANAGEMENT TEAM
Richard O. Hunton, P.E.
Chairman and Founder, The Hunton Group
Education
- B.S. Mechanical Engineering – University of Virginia
- MBA cum laude – Farleigh Dickinson University
- U.S. Navy – Engineering Officer, USS Shangri La (CVA 38)
Professional Affiliations
- American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) – Fellow honors, Past President, Houston
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
- Professional Engineer Licenses- New York and Texas
- Contractor License – Hawaii and Texas
- Past President, National Association of Trane Franchise Holders
Community Affiliations
- Director, Memorial-Hermann Healthcare Foundation, 2004-2013
- President’s Association, MD Anderson Cancer Research Center, 1991-2010
- Director, Virginia Engineering Foundation (University of Virginia), 1994-1998
Richard Hunton, Jr.
President and CEO, The Hunton Group
Education
- B.S. – University of Texas at Austin
- Rice University Executive Education Program
Professional Affiliations
- Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) – Education Committee (1996-1997)
- American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) – Past President (1995-1996), Houston Chapter
- Alliance for Energy. Economic and Environmental Building Solutions (AE3) – Founding Board Member (2010)
- US Green Building Council (USGBC) – Chairman (2012-2013), TX Gulf Coast Chapter
Community Affiliations
- Trustee, Ft. Bend County Economic Development Council (1999-Present)
- Lamar Consolidated ISD – Chairmen (2000-2010) Career & Technology Education Advisory Council
- Texas State Technical College Air Conditioning Department – Advisory Council (2004-2014)
- Wharton County Junior College – Ft. Bend Technical Center – Founding Advisory Board (2001-2014)
- Brazos River Preservation Society – Founding Member (1995)
Randy Wallen
COO, The Hunton Group
Education
- B.S. Industrial Management and Industrial Engineering – Purdue University
Professional Affiliations
- American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
Community Affiliations
- Past President and Member of Board of Directors, United Methodist ARMY, 2005-2011
Bruce Seher
CFO, The Hunton Group
Education and Certifications
- B.B.A Temple University – Accounting
- Certified Public Accountant (Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Alabama, Louisiana, Iowa and South Carolina)
- Charter Global Management Accountant (CGMA)
- Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP)
Business Experience
- Director and Shareholder, Mayer Hoffman McCann, LLC (Certified Public Accountants Director), CBIZ, LLC (Tax Servicer)
Professional Affiliations
- Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
- Member, New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants
- Member, Pennsylvania Institute of Public Accountants
- Member, Construction Financial Management Association
Community Affiliations
- Former Member of Finance Committee, National Liberty Museum (Philadelphia)
- Former Director and President, St. Andrews Common Owners Association (Hilton Head, South Carolina)
Robert Hunton
VP of Historically Underutilized Business (HUB), The Hunton Group
Personal Affiliations
- Member of Houston Minority Supplier Development Council
- American Subcontractors Association – Houston Chapter
- Texas Construction Association
- Associated Builders & Contractors of Greater Houston
- Houston Area Association for Hospital Engineering (HAAHE)
- Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce
- Leadership Houston
- Central Fort Bend Chamber Alliance
- Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Business Experience
- Director and Shareholder, Mayer Hoffman McCann, LLC (Certified Public Accountants Director), CBIZ, LLC (Tax Servicer)
Professional Affiliations
- Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
- Member, New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants
- Member, Pennsylvania Institute of Public Accountants
- Member, Construction Financial Management Association
Community Affiliations
- Former Member of Finance Committee, National Liberty Museum (Philadelphia)
- Former Director and President, St. Andrews Common Owners Association (Hilton Head, South Carolina)
Albert Mireles
Vice President of Human Resources, The Hunton Group
Education
- B.B.A – Sam Houston State University
Business Experience
- Human Resources Director – The Hunton Group
- Human Resources/Corporate Management Team – Distribution Specialist Inc
- Human Resources HQ – EXXON Company U.S.A.
Professional Affiliations
- Houston Human Resources Management Association
- Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Kevin Murphy, LEED AP
Vice President of Business Development, The Hunton Group
Education
- B.S. Mechanical Engineering, cum laude – University of Texas at Austin
- Graduate, Naval Nuclear Power Program, Submarines
- Graduate, Trane Graduate Engineering Training Program
Professional Affiliations
- Past President, Member – American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), Houston Chapter
- Member, Mechanical Contractors Association (MCA)
- Member, Texas Energy Managers Association (TEMA)
- Member, US Green Building Council (USGBC)
- Member, Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA)
Community Affiliations
- Member, Knights of Columbus
- Adult Leader, Boy Scouts of America
- Trustee, Gracewood Women’s Home
Mitzi Coil
Director of Marketing, The Hunton Group
Education
- Bachelor’s, Communications; Minor, English – University of North Texas
Personal Affiliations
- Member of NATFH Marketing Roundtable
- Member of WHVACR, Ambassador for Texas
- Member of American Marketing Association
Community Affiliations
- Member, Knights of Columbus
- Adult Leader, Boy Scouts of America
- Trustee, Gracewood Women’s Home
Charlie Hunton
President, Hunton Distribution
Education
- B.S., Economics – University of Texas
- Rice University Executive Education Program
- Trane Sales/Technical Education Program
Business Experience
- Light Commercial Sales Manager – Hunton Distribution, Houston
Professional Affiliations
- Member, Texas Air Conditioning Contractors Association (TACCA)
Todd Gilmore
Vice President of Equipment Sales, Hunton Distribution
Education
- Texas A&M University, Bachelor’s Degree, Engineering
Business Experience
- Sales Manager – Hunton Distribution
- General Manager – Gustave A. Larson
- Director of Sales Operations – Quanta Aesthetic Lasers
- Ingersoll Rand/Trane – Regional, District, and Distribution Manager
- Territory Manager – Trane Dallas
Community Affiliations
- Trustee, Ft. Bend County Economic Development Council (1999-Present)
- Lamar Consolidated ISD – Chairmen (2000-2010) Career & Technology Education Advisory Council
- Texas State Technical College Air Conditioning Department – Advisory Council (2004-2014)
- Wharton County Junior College – Ft. Bend Technical Center – Founding Advisory Board (2001-2014)
- Brazos River Preservation Society – Founding Member (1995)
Tim Lane
Vice President and General Manager, Hunton Distribution
Education
- University of Tampa, MBA, Business – Highest Honors
- Virginia Tech, Bachelor of Science, Public Administration
Business Experience
- General Manager – Trane Technologies, Tampa Bay
- General Manager – Trane Supply, Tampa Bay
- District Manager – Genuine Parts Company
Professional Affiliations
- Member, Texas Air Conditioning Contractors Association (TACCA)
Community
- Chairman, Walker Thomas Lane Foundation
- Adult Volunteer, Boy Scouts of America
Chris Stanziale
Operations Manager, Hunton Distribution, Houston
Education
- BS University of Maryland University College
Business Experience
- Houston Branch Manager – Hunton Distribution
- Business Analyst – Hunton Distribution
- Sales Analytics Manager – Trane
- Regional Manager – Trane
- Regional Sales Manager – Trane
Kris Hardin
President and General Manager, Hunton Services
Education
- B.S. Business Management – Delta State University
- MBA Marketing – Delta State University
Community Affiliations
- Member of United Methodist Action Reach-Out Mission By Youth (U.M. ARMY)
- Lunches of Love
- Houston Food Bank
Keith Robinson
Vice President, Hunton Trane
Education
- Bachelor of Science, Electrical and Electronics Engineering – Louisiana State University
Angela Ludlam
Financial Manager, Hunton Trane
Education
- Masters of Business Administration – Excelsior College
Jared Kohlere
BAS Operations Manager, Hunton Trane
Education
- B.S. – Texas A&M University
Jonathan Henkel
Industrial Leader, Hunton Trane
Education
- B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Ohio State University
Shelby Springs
Inside Sales Team Leader, Hunton Trane
Education
- B.S. Sociology – Texas A&M University
- Masters of Business Administration – Western Governors University
Kurt McCulloch
Vice President, Convergentz
Education
- B.S. Mechanical Engineering – University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
- Trane Sales Management Leadership Program
- Trane Graduate Engineering Training Program
Professional Affiliations
- Past President, American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, 2019-2010 Engineers (ASHRAE), Houston Chapter
- ACHE, HAAHE, AE3, and TEMA
Community Affiliations
- National Member – USA Hockey Level 4 Coach
Kyle Jarnagin
Fire & Life Safety Lead, Convergentz
Education
- Associates, Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management – Clackamas Community College
- Business Administration and Management – University of Phoenix
Professional Affiliations
- National Fire Protection Association
- Fire Suppression Systems Association
- Automatic Fire Alarm Association
- Texas Burglar & Fire Alarm Association
- U.S. Marine Corp – Veteran
- Texas Army Guard – Retired
DJ Ramirez
Security Business Lead, Convergentz
Education
- BBA Management, Cum Laude – Houston Christian University
Professional Affiliations
- ASIS – American Society for Industrial Security
- IAHSS – International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety
- ESC – Energy Security Council
Kevin Murphy, LEED AP
Vice President of Business Development, The Hunton Group
Education
- B.S. Mechanical Engineering, cum laude – University of Texas at Austin
- Graduate, Naval Nuclear Power Program, Submarines
- Graduate, Trane Graduate Engineering Training Program
Professional Affiliations
- Past President, Member – American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), Houston Chapter
- Member, Mechanical Contractors Association (MCA)
- Member, Texas Energy Managers Association (TEMA)
- Member, US Green Building Council (USGBC)
- Member, Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA)
Community Affiliations
- Member, Knights of Columbus
- Adult Leader, Boy Scouts of America
- Trustee, Gracewood Women’s Home
Richard O. Hunton, P.E.
Chairman and Founder, Hunton Group
Education
- B.S. Mechanical Engineering – University of Virginia
- MBA cum laude – Farleigh Dickinson University
- U.S. Navy – Engineering Officer, USS Shangri La (CVA 38)
Professional Affiliations
- American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) – Fellow honors, Past President, Houston
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
- Professional Engineer Licenses- New York and Texas
- Contractor License – Hawaii and Texas
- Past President, National Association of Trane Franchise Holders
Community Affiliations
- Director, Memorial-Hermann Healthcare Foundation, 2004-2013
- President’s Association, MD Anderson Cancer Research Center, 1991-2010
- Director, Virginia Engineering Foundation (University of Virginia), 1994-1998
Richard Hunton, Jr.
President and CEO, Hunton Group
Education
- B.S. – University of Texas at Austin
- Rice University Executive Education Program
Professional Affiliations
- Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) – Education Committee (1996-1997)
- American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) – Past President (1995-1996), Houston Chapter
- Alliance for Energy. Economic and Environmental Building Solutions (AE3) – Founding Board Member (2010)
- US Green Building Council (USGBC) – Chairman (2012-2013), TX Gulf Coast Chapter
Community Affiliations
- Trustee, Ft. Bend County Economic Development Council (1999-Present)
- Lamar Consolidated ISD – Chairmen (2000-2010) Career & Technology Education Advisory Council
- Texas State Technical College Air Conditioning Department – Advisory Council (2004-2014)
- Wharton County Junior College – Ft. Bend Technical Center – Founding Advisory Board (2001-2014)
- Brazos River Preservation Society – Founding Member (1995)
Randy Wallen
COO, Hunton Group
Education
- B.S. Industrial Management and Industrial Engineering – Purdue University
Professional Affiliations
- American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
Community Affiliations
- Past President and Member of Board of Directors, United Methodist ARMY, 2005-2011
Bruce Seher
CFO, Hunton Group
Education and Certifications
- B.B.A Temple University – Accounting
- Certified Public Accountant (Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Alabama, Louisiana, Iowa and South Carolina)
- Charter Global Management Accountant (CGMA)
- Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP)
Business Experience
- Director and Shareholder, Mayer Hoffman McCann, LLC (Certified Public Accountants Director), CBIZ, LLC (Tax Servicer)
Professional Affiliations
- Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
- Member, New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants
- Member, Pennsylvania Institute of Public Accountants
- Member, Construction Financial Management Association
Community Affiliations
- Former Member of Finance Committee, National Liberty Museum (Philadelphia)
- Former Director and President, St. Andrews Common Owners Association (Hilton Head, South Carolina)
Robert Hunton
VP of Historically Underutilized Business (HUB), Hunton Group
Personal Affiliations
- Member of Houston Minority Supplier Development Council
- American Subcontractors Association – Houston Chapter
- Texas Construction Association
- Associated Builders & Contractors of Greater Houston
- Houston Area Association for Hospital Engineering (HAAHE)
- Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce
- Leadership Houston
- Central Fort Bend Chamber Alliance
- Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Business Experience
- Director and Shareholder, Mayer Hoffman McCann, LLC (Certified Public Accountants Director), CBIZ, LLC (Tax Servicer)
Professional Affiliations
- Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
- Member, New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants
- Member, Pennsylvania Institute of Public Accountants
- Member, Construction Financial Management Association
Community Affiliations
- Former Member of Finance Committee, National Liberty Museum (Philadelphia)
- Former Director and President, St. Andrews Common Owners Association (Hilton Head, South Carolina)
Albert Mireles
Chief Human Resources Officer and Vice President, Hunton Group
Education
- B.B.A – Sam Houston State University
Business Experience
- Human Resources Director – The Hunton Group
- Human Resources/Corporate Management Team – Distribution Specialist Inc
- Human Resources HQ – EXXON Company U.S.A.
Professional Affiliations
- Houston Human Resources Management Association
- Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Kevin Murphy, LEED AP
Vice President of Business Development, Hunton Group
Education
- B.S. Mechanical Engineering, cum laude – University of Texas at Austin
- Graduate, Naval Nuclear Power Program, Submarines
- Graduate, Trane Graduate Engineering Training Program
Professional Affiliations
- Past President, Member – American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), Houston Chapter
- Member, Mechanical Contractors Association (MCA)
- Member, Texas Energy Managers Association (TEMA)
- Member, US Green Building Council (USGBC)
- Member, Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA)
Community Affiliations
- Member, Knights of Columbus
- Adult Leader, Boy Scouts of America
- Trustee, Gracewood Women’s Home
Mitzi Coil
Vice President of Marketing, Hunton Group
Education
- Bachelor’s, Communications; Minor, English – University of North Texas
Personal Affiliations
- Member of NATFH Marketing Roundtable
- Member of WHVACR, Ambassador for Texas
- Member of American Marketing Association
Charlie Hunton
President, Hunton Distribution
Education
- B.S., Economics – University of Texas
- Rice University Executive Education Program
- Trane Sales/Technical Education Program
Professional Affiliations
- Member, Texas Air Conditioning Contractors Association (TACCA)
Keith Robinson
Vice President, Hunton Trane
Education
- Bachelor of Science, Electrical and Electronics Engineering – Louisiana State University
Kris Hardin
President and General Manager, Hunton Services
Education
- B.S. Business Management – Delta State University
- MBA Marketing – Delta State University
Community Affiliations
- Member of United Methodist Action Reach-Out Mission By Youth (U.M. ARMY)
- Lunches of Love
- Houston Food Bank
Kurt McCulloch
Vice President, Convergentz
Education
- B.S. Mechanical Engineering – University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
- Trane Sales Management Leadership Program
- Trane Graduate Engineering Training Program
Professional Affiliations
- Past President, American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, 2019-2010 Engineers (ASHRAE), Houston Chapter
- ACHE, HAAHE, AE3, and TEMA
Community Affiliations
- National Member – USA Hockey Level 4 Coach
Connect with us.
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10555 Westpark Dr.
Houston, TX 77042 - Phone: (713) 266-3900
- Mail: info@huntongroup.com
