The Winsupply Family of Companies has welcomed a new Local Company with the opening of LaGrange Winair.

LaGrange Winair opened its doors on June 15, 2026, at 1504 Orchard Hill Road, featuring a 10,000-square-foot storefront.

Led by President Ryan Azar, the LaGrange Winair team — Andy Buchanan, Christopher McWhorter, Steve Neese, and Jacob Snyder — serves the HVAC and refrigeration needs of West and Southwest Georgia.

Azar has spent his entire 14-year career within the Winsupply family, starting at just 18 years old as a truck driver and warehouse worker.

Driven by Winsupply's business model and the goal of ownership, Azar used the company's resources to refine his skills. Azar raised his hand and made it known he wanted to be a Local Company President.

Azar brings a wealth of HVAC-wholesaling expertise to his company. He gained this knowledge firsthand by working his way through counter sales, inside and outside sales, and purchasing.

"I became a President because of my own hard work and determination combined with my great mentors and Winsupply's resources," Azar said. "It allowed me to take it all to another level."

Winsupply's business model enables those who have the entrepreneurial spirit and know the market to get the support they need to start their own company. Winsupply Area Leader David Benton said Azar is a great example of this.

"Winsupply gives someone who is willing to work hard, has a lot of grit, comes in every day, and puts in the time and effort, the ability to own a company and to succeed," Benton said. "There is no better reward than that."

Azar said LaGrange Winair stands out from the competition because of his background and the autonomy guaranteed by Winsupply's business model, which lets entrepreneurs make their own decisions for their Local Company while having support from Winsupply.

"We can do what is best for our customers and partners thanks to the unique opportunity offered by Winsupply's business model," Azar said.

Azar said the success of LaGrange Winair comes from his team, including Andy Buchanan, Sales Representative, who joined with over 25 years of industry experience and has worked countless hours calling customers and stocking shelves.

Buchanan joined Winsupply because of its business model that lets employees invest in the Local Company, making the work feel meaningful.

"I am invested in the success of LaGrange Winair," Buchanan said. "Before Winsupply, I was working for one person, but now, I get to work for myself and this company, which is meaningful."

LaGrange Winair strengthens the local market alongside LaGrange Winnelson, filling the growing HVAC demand in the region.

Winsupply Local Companies are poised to exceed over $8.4 billion in annual sales for 2026. The Winsupply Family of Companies employs over 9,500 people nationwide.

Azar is already looking to expand his team with the addition of an inside sales representative. He plans to host an open house and grand opening event in September.