Hickory

Hickory AI, Inc. is a privately held company founded in 2015 and based in New York City.

With a team of 201-500 employees, Hickory focuses on partnering with residential HVAC craftsmen and business owners to provide sustainable heating and cooling services. The company aims to create lasting partnerships with independent HVAC operators, emphasizing the development of strong, generational businesses. Hickory operates as a next-generation enterprise AI platform, offering intelligent automation tools that streamline business operations for HVAC providers. The company is committed to expanding sustainably by acquiring and partnering with residential HVAC companies. Its leadership team includes CEO and co-founder John Holsapple and CTO John Lee, who is responsible for developing practical AI tools to enhance operational efficiency. Hickory's mission is to set new standards in sustainable HVAC practices while fostering loyalty and community engagement among its partners.