At the Wright Company, we still believe in relationships. Our relationships are built on trust, collaboration, and compromise. Our customers know that we will work to give them a successful project and act in their best interest in any interaction. We also believe in a teamwork approach to any project. We work diligently with our vendors, contractors, and owners to ensure that our projects run smoothly and efficiently to achieve the highest possible outcome on any project. We also believe that any good relationship involves some give and take. When something unforeseen arises, we work to reach a solution upon which everyone can agree.
We also try to consider the intent of the project design when looking at a set of plans. HVAC systems are complicated, and sometimes project documents do not convey all facets of a proper system. We look at a project through a different lens from other contractors. Our approach is to provide a system that meets the intent of the design and not just what is shown on paper.
Industries Served
- Education
- Healthcare
- Retail
- Office Buildings
- Residential
- Hospitality
Our Team
Marshall Caum, P.E.
President
Marshall is a seasoned industry executive with extensive design and construction experience. Holding a Certified Mechanical Contractor’s License in Florida in addition to a Professional Engineering License in Florida and Alabama, Marshall is equipped to handle projects of intense size and complexity. His unique background gives him the ability to provide unique solutions to
projects of any size.
Marshall began his career as a helper working on residential and commercial HVAC systems during the summer while in high school. He also assisted his dad with the occasional HVAC replacement project, where he learned the value of long days and hard work. Upon graduation of high school, Marshall enrolled at the University of South Alabama in pursuit of a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering degree. While in pursuit of his engineering degree, he got a job working at a local engineering firm as a drafting assistant, assisting with mechanical system design. Marshall stayed with the engineering firm after graduation as a Mechanical Engineer, eventually earning his license as a Professional Engineer. In 2017, Marshall left the engineering firm to learn the mechanical contracting business at the Wright Company. He later purchased the
company in 2019 from Jerry Wright, building upon the success of the company.
Jerry Wright
Vice President
Jerry is veteran of the U. S. Air Force and an accomplished entrepreneur and leader in the local HVAC industry as the founder of The Wright Company. Following high school, he worked in a nearby foundry before joining the U. S. Air Force. Following his military service, he began his civilian career as a Quality Control specialist for Babcock & Wilcox, a manufacturer of uranium fuel for reactors. He then earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Virginia Commonwealth University, before working at Virginia Electric and Power Company, where he was responsible for contract development and administration of fuel contracts for uranium.
Seeking entrepreneurial success, Jerry and a business partner began a residential and commercial insulation business before deciding to focus on the HVAC specialty. He expanded his mechanical experience with Brunk Mechanical as a Branch Manager with complete oversight of the HVAC and Plumbing services. Jerry then migrated in 1982 to Pensacola to manage the residential operations of All Seasons Service Network. He then spent three years in HVAC equipment sales
before starting The Wright Company in 1990.
After building a successful and valued business in Pensacola, spanning 30 years as the heart of The Wright Company, Jerry is proud to have Marshall Caum as his successor. Jerry continues to bring decades of industry knowledge, experience, and community connections to The Wright Company, providing executive guidance, as well as project management and cost estimation.
Stacey Wright
Vice President
Stacey is an administrative professional with 29 years of experience managing business operations and educational programs. She began with The Wright Company in 2009 and oversees all administrative aspects- administrative staff, financial transactions, contract and records management, human resources, and the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure efficient administrative operations.
Stacey’s experiences in management and oversight of people and programs stem from work in the insurance, education, and construction industries. Following seven years in the insurance industry, Stacey taught middle school students with emotional/behavioral disorders, including an interim position as a crisis intervention specialist. She then served 12 years as the Assistant Director of the Office of Juvenile Studies at the University of West Florida, where she administered state-contracted programs that trained college students to work in the community with adolescents who had settled or pending criminal convictions.
Stacey also managed the business operations of the department, including financial management, contract compliance, records management, and human resources operations, while supervising the management of 50+ college student staff members across two UWF campuses. During this time, she earned a Master of Education degree, focused on Management and Training, as well as a Doctor of Education degree, specializing in Curriculum and Instruction – Alternative
Education, and participated in several national conferences presenting her office’s research findings. She then taught online courses part-time for the Teacher Education program for 7 years.
Stacey draws upon her varied experiences in the public and private sectors to efficiently manage the administrative operations of The Wright Company.
Richard Caum
Service Manager
Richard is a third-generation air-conditioning professional with over 50 years of industry experience. He began his career during high school in 1976 by working for his grandfather in an OJT program. Richard’s expertise includes installation and repair of a variety of systems. He has experience with equipment ranging from small 1/2 ton ductless split systems up to chilled water systems in excess of 300 tons and everything in between. Working for his grandfather instilled the value of workmanship and a good work ethic. As service manager, he applies these values by holding his technicians and install crews to the highest standards.