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This October, We Wear Pink for You

Thursday, October 02, 2025

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🎀 Together, We Fight in Pink

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and for us at Simmons One Hour Heating & Air, this isn’t just another date on the calendar — it’s a cause close to home. Families, friends, and neighbors in our own community have been touched by breast cancer, and we believe it’s our responsibility to stand with them.

This October, you’ll see our technicians wearing pink shoe covers when we visit your home. It’s our way of saying we’re in this fight together, one step at a time.

💥 Pink Shoe Covers. Big Impact.

It might look small, but symbols matter. Those pink covers on our shoes are more than just part of our uniform this month — they’re a statement. Every home we walk into is another chance to spread awareness, honor survivors, and remind families they’re not alone.

🔧 More Than Comfort — We Stand for a Cure

We’ve been serving this community for over 70 years, and while our mission has always been to keep your home comfortable, we also believe in showing up for causes bigger than HVAC. When one of us is impacted, all of us are impacted.

That’s why breast cancer is unacceptable — and why we’re committed to using our platform, however small, to make a difference.

How You Can Join the Fight

-Encourage early detection. Talk to loved ones about screenings — they save lives.

-Support research and care. Organizations like Susan G. Komen
are driving breakthroughs and helping patients every day.

-Show your pink. From clothing to ribbons to your social media feed, visibility matters.

Every Step Counts Against Breast Cancer

When you see our team in pink this month, know it’s more than a look — it’s a promise. We stand strong with survivors. We support those still in the fight. And we honor those we’ve lost.

👉 Join us in making a difference: komen.org

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Hi, I'm Derek Cole

GM, Simmons One Hour Heating and Air

With over 25 years of experience in the HVAC industry, Derek Cole has worked his way from the field to General Manager and co-owner of Simmons One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning. Under his leadership, the company was recognized as the 2024 Franchise of the Year for the entire One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning® system across the United States, a testament to its commitment to customer service, technical excellence, and team culture.

​Derek's career has also earned national recognition. He was named to The News Top 40 Under 40, featured in Entrepreneur Magazine's Franchise Player Spotlight, and has appeared on CBS, FOX, and NBC sharing practical home comfort advice with homeowners. His success with One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning® has also been highlighted by publications including HuffPost and Bloomberg Business.

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