Our Team Proudly Covers Florida And The Caribbean
Our Territory
Our Team
Jim Nichols
President
Jim has been a Manufacturers’ Representative in the HVAC/R Industry for more than 25 years. J. Nichols & Associates was founded in 1996 and quickly became a leading Manufacturers’ Representative company serving HVAC/R wholesale distributors, contractor partners, OEMs, and exporters throughout Florida.
Candace Nichols
Inside Sales Support
Candace has been with J. Nichols & Associates for more than 23 years. She has built very strong relationships with our customers and our principals. She has been recognized by her peers and colleagues as providing the best customer service and sales support in the industry.
Nick MacFee
Central and Southwest Region
Nick has proudly represented J Nichols & Associates since 2018. Nick covers both the Central and West Coast of Florida, spanning from Gainesville to Port Charlotte. Throughout Nicks tenure, he’s garnered national recognition for his innovative approach to merchandising and marketing within the HVAC industry. Building Strong Partnerships: Nick takes pride in nurturing relationships with wholesalers and contractors, offering training and assistance with their events to foster mutual growth and success.
Johanne Bueno
Southeast Florida
Johanne has been a valuable member of J. Nichols & Associates, Inc. for eight years, where she covers the South Florida and Caribbean markets. With over 20 years of experience in the HVAC/R industry, both at the distributor and contractor levels, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role. Johanne holds a Class B Air Conditioning Contractor License in the State of Florida, which further enhances her credentials. Her extensive background provides her with a unique insight into the industry; she is dedicated to continuously expanding her knowledge and delivering exceptional customer service.
Chris Novak
North Florida/Panhandle
Chris Novak has over 18 years of sales and leadership experience in the wholesale and retail industries, Including a Regional Sales Manager Position with Pro-Dev Reps, Territory Manager with Spectrum, Regional Sales Director at GNC, Director of Sales at Boost Mobile, District Manager at Sprint, and RadioShack. Chris has a proven track record for building strong relationships with contractors, Wholesale Partners, as well as being a valued team player.
Chris is a dedicated family man and enjoys spending time with his family