About Us
YOUR HVAC
CONSULTANT & SUPPLY
PARTNER
We offer vendor-neutral sourcing services to our clients in need of replacement parts or equipment. Katilyst also offers premier project management and consulting services at any stage of your project. We pay close attention to detail while offering flexibility, a fresh perspective, and experienced personnel. Katilyst strives for the highest level of productivity and enthusiasm at all times.
Your team
of experts
Katie Hulse
Founder
Having been in the commercial HVAC business since 2004, Katie Hulse realized building owners and operators desperately needed a dependable resource to get them what they needed quickly and accurately. Her vision to create a streamlined solution for HVAC sourcing and project optimization, inspired her to start Katilyst Company, LLC in 2015.
Katie Hulse holds a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Auburn University and a Masters of Business Administration from Virginia Commonwealth University. She lives in Henrico, Virginia with her husband and two hilarious children. In her free time,
Katie enjoys playing golf and spending time with friends and family.
Katie Hulse
Founder
Having been in the commercial HVAC business since 2004, Katie Hulse realized building owners and operators desperately needed a dependable resource to get them what they needed quickly and accurately. Her vision to create a streamlined solution for HVAC sourcing and project optimization, inspired her to start Katilyst Company, LLC in 2015.
Katie Hulse holds a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Auburn University and a Masters of Business Administration from Virginia Commonwealth University. She lives in Henrico, Virginia with her husband and two hilarious children. In her free time,
Katie enjoys playing golf and spending time with friends and family.
Certifications
- LEED Accredited Professional
- Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
- SWaM (S,W,O)
- WBENC
Professional Organizations
- Association for Energy Engineers (AEE)
- American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
- International Facility Management Association (IFMA)
- U. S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
Brad Hulse
Principal
Brad’s primary focus is on helping define appropriate solutions that address client needs and the complexities of their projects. His ability to bring carefully selected teams together and see the project from the client’s perspective allows him to uncover efficiencies and assure project certainty.
After earning a degree in Building Science from Auburn University, Brad’s tenacity and work ethic served him well as he earned a Real Estate-focused Master’s in Business Administration at Virginia Commonwealth University all while working fulltime.
Brad’s first 10 years in construction were spent in project management and field operations with him quickly transitioning into technical sales. After leading a technical sales team for 6 years, Brad was promoted to lead the company’s operations teams in the Richmond and western Virginia markets requiring the opening of a new office and a doubling of the company’s existing operations teams.
Brad brings a lengthy resume of construction and design management experience and an impressive record for consistent, successful project delivery for his client’s. Brad uses his excellent team building, focused problem anticipation and solving skills, and deep knowledge of project process and flow to help guide the entire team to the highest levels of success.
Brad Hulse
Principal
Brad’s primary focus is on helping define appropriate solutions that address client needs and the complexities of their projects. His ability to bring carefully selected teams together and see the project from the client’s perspective allows him to uncover efficiencies and assure project certainty.
After earning a degree in Building Science from Auburn University, Brad’s tenacity and work ethic served him well as he earned a Real Estate-focused Master’s in Business Administration at Virginia Commonwealth University all while working full-time.
Brad’s first 10 years in construction were spent in project management and field operations with him quickly transitioning into technical sales. After leading a technical sales team for 6 years, Brad was promoted to lead the company’s operations teams in the Richmond and western Virginia markets requiring the opening of a new office and a doubling of the company’s existing operations teams.
Brad brings a lengthy resume of construction and design management experience and an impressive record for consistent, successful project delivery for his clients. Brad uses his excellent team building, focused problem anticipation and solving skills, and deep knowledge of project process and flow to help guide the entire team to the highest levels of success.
Additional Education & Certifications
- 7 Modules / Safe 2 Work On-Line
Courses (yearly) - OSHA 30-hour (5 years)
- First Aid / CPR / AED
Professional Affiliations
- Urban Land Institute
- Associated General Contractors
(Past Chapter President) - Hampton Roads Association for Commercial Real Estate
- Greater Richmond Association for Commercial Real Estate
vendor-neutral sourcing
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Katilyst can help you achieve your mission at
any stage of a project.
What our Partners & Clients Have To Say
Katie’s role was valuable to me in many ways. Throughout the project, she made herself available to answer my questions and helped me in any way she could. Her expertise and skills were prudent during the time that the workload demanded it.
Devra Brusso, ACI, CM-Lean Process Improvement Manager
We initially asked Katilyst to provide an alternative source for parts (after the manufacturer made the part obsolete and stopped supporting repairs). They were successfully able to source a company to make repairs while a retrofit of the system is underway. Pleased with their services, we then asked them to provide additional engineering services with documentation control and archiving process. Working together over the last few months, Katie has been an excellent partner and instrumental in helping us achieve our goals.
Micah Wood, Senior Program Manager, Facilities Management & Construction
How can we help?
Katilyst Company is your go-to consultant for all your HVAC projects and planning. We can help guide you to the solution that is right for your needs. Whether it's lingering HVAC issues or equipment coming to the end of its useful life, we understand the unique nature of each project and will customize a solution that fits. Contact us today.