David Schurk

David Schurk, aka the "Dehumidification Jedi," is an absolute legend in the HVAC world, especially when it comes to keeping things dry and comfortable. Based out of Austin, Texas, and rocking the role of National Sales Manager at Innovative Air Technologies, David's got more than 40 years of expertise in making sure air quality is top-notch in places that really need it, like hospitals, factories, and even aerospace facilities.

What really sets David apart is his knack for teaching. He’s a go-to guy at ASHRAE, serving as a Distinguished Lecturer and leading the Humidity Control I & II courses. He’s got this cool way of breaking down super technical stuff so that anyone can get it and use it right away. Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been in the game for a while, David’s insights on how to manage humidity are gold.

David’s not just about lectures and classrooms, though. He’s led teams and projects, like the ASHE Sustainability and Decarbonization Leadership Task Force, and you’ll often find him sharing his wisdom in ASHRAE Journal articles or speaking at conferences all over the place. He really digs into the nitty-gritty of dehumidification—everything from system design to picking the right components and making them work seamlessly in different settings.

For anyone in HVAC looking to up their game in humidity control and system efficiency, David Schurk is the guy you want to listen to. His teaching doesn’t just make you better at your job; it makes the whole industry better.