Thursday, July 17
3:00PM - 4:00PM Eastern (12:00 PM-1:00 PM Pacific)
Webinar
As more residential HVAC contractors look to grow by moving into light commercial work, the right financing options are proving to be a key advantage. Flexible payment solutions are opening doors to projects that were once out of scope, helping contractors close bigger deals, serve new customers, and grow revenue without the cash flow headaches.
Join Matthew Bratsis and special guest Anton Martin, Owner of English Air, for a conversation about how robust payment programs are helping contractors expand their business, grow revenue, and reach new heights.
Matthew Bratsis
As Vice President of Contractor Services, Matthew is responsible for all lending and finance operations within EGIA. As the founder and creator of OPTIMUS, Matthew used his 30+ years of experience in the industry, understanding of the contractor process and non-stop creativity to streamline and simplify payment solutions for virtually every contractor. Working directly with lending and affiliate partners, Matthew and his team strive to develop cutting edge payment and promotional offerings for EGIA’s vast contractor base. In addition, Matthew leads EGIA’s business development strategy, as well as the design and implementation of finance training content.
After attending Virginia Commonwealth University, majoring in Psychology, Matthew started his journey in finance and customer experience in 1995. He began at American General Finance, followed by stops at Equity Lending, Greensky and Renovate America.
Anton Martin
Anton Martin is the founder and president of English Air Inc., a prominent HVAC company based in Orlando, Florida. He also serves on the Board of Directors for EGIA (Electric & Gas Industries Association), a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the home services industry. He is also a member of C12, Building a great business for a greater purpose. Also a part-time YouTuber and podcaster garnering an average of over 100k views per month.
Originally from London, Martin relocated to Florida, in 1993, where he pursued a career HVAC field. His early career included a 5-year tenure as a service technician for Trane, and he has be a field and product consultant for Daikin since 2008.
In 2005, Martin established English Air Inc. with the goal of delivering 5-star customer service and technical expertise to the Central Florida area. The company has since grown to be recognized as the number one Daikin inverter service company in the state.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Martin is a soccer enthusiast and actively sponsors the English Air United soccer team and volunteers with US Hunger, Habitat for Humanity, and Living Water drilling wells overseas.