ACI Mechanical Transitions to Employee Ownership Celebrating 40 Years in Business

ACI Mechanical Becomes Employee-Owned

In a landmark move to celebrate its 40th anniversary, ACI Mechanical & HVAC Sales has made a significant transition by becoming 100% employee-owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This transition not only acknowledges the contributions of its dedicated workforce but also solidifies ACI's ongoing commitment to the communities it serves across the Pacific Northwest.

Established in 1985, ACI Mechanical has been a reliable provider of commercial HVAC systems, known for delivering energy-efficient solutions tailored to various sectors including education, healthcare, and industrial applications. The transition to employee ownership is a strategic decision aimed at reinforcing the company’s core values, preserving its culture, and fostering long-term sustainability.

Keith Glasch, President of ACI Mechanical, expressed his enthusiasm regarding this new chapter for the company, stating, "Celebrating 40 years in business alongside our newly named employee-owners makes this milestone even more special. An ESOP is our way of acknowledging the invaluable contributions of our team; they are not just part of ACI, they are ACI."

The ESOP model is designed to ensure that employees have a stake in the success of the company, which, in turn, can lead to improved performance and higher levels of engagement. With this transition, employees are not only afforded the opportunity to participate in the financial successes of the organization but also contribute to the overall direction and strategy of the business.

Steve Deis, Managing Director at Lazear Capital Partners and ACI's financial advisor during the transition, commented, "ACI is built on people, expertise, and relationships. This ESOP structure keeps the team at the heart of the business, protects the culture, and ensures continuity for customers across the Pacific Northwest."

Moreover, becoming employee-owned positions ACI to pursue long-term growth while deepening its connection with the communities it serves. The company's commitment to delivering exceptional HVAC solutions remains unchanged; however, the ownership structure enhances accountability and fosters a culture of shared responsibility among employees.

As ACI Mechanical forges ahead as an employee-owned company, it aims to uphold and strengthen its reputation as the premier vendor for commercial HVAC applications in the region. This transition is anticipated to yield numerous benefits, not just for the employees but also for clients who will experience continued reliability and excellence in service.

Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, ACI Mechanical partners with consulting engineers, contractors, and clients to create tailored HVAC solutions. The recent transition to an employee-owned structure aligns with ACI's commitment to thriving together in the face of changing market dynamics, ensuring a stable and successful future for the company.

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