Priya Kuganendran

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Priya Kuganendran CFO

About

Priya is an accomplished finance executive with more than 20 years of progressive leadership experience across financial reporting, treasury, investor relations, audit, M&A integration, and IT strategy. She joined Fire Service and Protection in 2023 as Chief Financial Officer, where she leads all financial operations, including strategic planning, treasury management, ERP and digital field tool implementation, and oversees a multidisciplinary team across finance, IT, and supply chain. Previously, she served as Vice President of Finance & Treasury at Artera Services, where she built the treasury function, negotiated financing facilities with major institutions, co-led investor relations, optimized working capital, and supported numerous acquisitions and integrations. Earlier roles at Artera included Director of Internal Audit & Process Improvement, where she implemented SOX compliance, developed a risk-based audit program, and helped design companywide IT strategy. Priya earned her Bachelor of Commerce (Honors) in Accounting and Information Systems from Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada.

Air Design Systems

Founded in 1977, Air Design Systems is a full-service mechanical and plumbing contractor headquartered in Pensacola, Florida. For nearly 50 years, Air Design has been a trusted name in the Southeast, delivering mechanical and plumbing solutions across Florida, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, and Mississippi.

The company specializes in design-build, negotiated, and plan-and-specification projects. Its in-house capabilities include sheet metal fabrication, plumbing, HVAC system design, and custom ductwork. These offerings give Air Design an edge in speed, coordination, and project execution. This integrated model allows the company to deliver high-quality outcomes for residential, commercial, and industrial clients alike.

Air Design’s reputation as a respected market leader comes from its diverse service mix and customer-centric culture. From emergency HVAC repairs to large-scale institutional projects, the company consistently delivers the reliable solutions that have earned it a loyal and multi-generational customer base.

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