Christina Adams
Christina Adams is a seasoned customer service and sales professional with over 15 years of experience in management, merchandising, and retail sales. Known for her customer-minded approach, Christina takes pride in ensuring a positive experience for every client she serves. Her career demonstrates a consistent commitment to excellence, blending strong organizational skills with leadership to drive results and build lasting relationships.
Currently, Christina serves as a Project Manager and Outside Sales professional at Aire Serv Heating and Air Conditioning®, where she leverages her expertise in CRM, outbound sales, and project coordination to support clients and drive business growth. Her prior experience includes roles as an Inside and Outside Sales Representative, Sales Lead Coordinator, Assistant Manager at Hollywood Feed and Ross Stores, Inc., and Merchandising Manager at Garden Ridge, highlighting her versatility and ability to thrive in diverse environments.
Christina holds an Associate degree in Business Administration from Barton Community College, which complements her extensive practical experience. Her dedication to relationship building, customer-focused service, and operational excellence has established her as a trusted professional in the sales and service industry, continually striving to provide value and satisfaction to clients and teams alike.
• Barton Community College
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to my strong foundation in customer service and team leadership from my early career in retail, combined with my willingness to take on new challenges in the HVAC industry. Being hands-on and connecting directly with customers has allowed me to make a real impact, and I’m proud to be one of the few women breaking barriers in this field.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to stay strong and never give up, especially in a male-dominated field, where overcoming gender stereotypes and earning respect in a technical role is essential.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is to never give up, pursue what you love, and embrace being the “first” or “only” as a source of motivation. Find a mentor like I did and build a strong support network of peers, managers, and industry groups to guide your growth and keep you encouraged.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The biggest challenges and opportunities in my field right now are continuously keeping up with technological advances, certifications, and evolving customer expectations, which require ongoing learning and adaptability to stay competitive.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in my work and personal life are honor, discipline, and respect, lessons I learned growing up in a military family, combined with the importance of mentorship and continuous growth, which have guided my career in HVAC and shaped who I am today.