Patrick Turner, president and part owner of Blaze King and Valley Comfort Systems, retired on March 1. Alan Murphy, former vice president of business development, has been named as his successor. Murphy joined Blaze King in August 2011, when he and Turner set Blaze King on a dynamic new course.

Over the past 3.5 years, Murphy has proved his ability to get the job done. He was instrumental in revamping the organization’s corporate identity, modernizing its brand image, and improving representation. Murphy was heavily involved in the design and introduction of many new products. Blaze King has seen significant growth in sales and market share during this time.