St. Louis, MO-based distributor Marcone Group named Randall Hudspeth to lead its HVAC division.

As President of Marcone HVAC, Hudspeth will continue building the HVAC business, which encompasses 12 distributors with 103 branches and five distribution centers, serving 18 U.S. states and Ontario, Canada.

Most recently, Hudspeth was Chief Commercial Officer for HVAC distributor Johnstone Supply-The Petit Group, where he previously was Vice President of Sales and Marketing. He also has worked for distribution management company DXP Enterprises and construction manufacturer Hilti.

Marcone Group has experienced considerable growth through acquisition in recent years, moving into the HVAC, plumbing, pool and spa and commercial kitchen markets with a nationwide distribution network. With nearly 200 locations in the U.S. and Canada, including distribution centers in most major metro areas.