Glasgow, Scotland: Astrid Prado, Star Refrigeration’s head of marketing, (pictured above) has been appointed co-chair of the Women in Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, and Heat Pumps (RACHP) group.
The group was established by the Institute of Refrigeration in 2016. It is dedicated to supporting and promoting career development for women across the industry. It offers opportunities for networking, mentoring and learning while raising awareness of the career paths available in the industry.
Astrid Prado has been with Star Refrigeration since 2005 where she has played a pivotal role in championing initiatives that align with the company’s ethos of sustainability, career development and diversity. In her 20-year tenure at the firm, she has successfully led marketing strategies for Star Refrigeration and its online educational platform, Star Learning Solutions.
In 2019, she was nominated by the Women in RACHP group for the Diversity Impact Award at the RAC Cooling Industry Awards for her work, on behalf of the Institute of Refrigeration, in driving the group’s groundbreaking gender parity survey. The research provides valuable insights into the industry’s attitudes and benefits for women, identifying steps to close the gender gap and attract more female talent.
Prado said, “I am honoured to take on this position alongside Sam Buckell, a valued colleague and dedicated professional in our industry. This is a great opportunity to collaborate with talented individuals to expand the impact of the Women in RACHP group. I firmly believe that individual efforts alone are not enough; true progress happens when women unite to amplify their voices and visibility. By sharing experiences, challenges and successes, we can create a more inclusive industry where diversity becomes the norm, not the exception.”
Prado’s appointment builds on Star Refrigeration’s efforts to inspire positive change, advance diversity, and showcase the potential of the RACHP sector to offer rewarding and innovative careers for all, the company says.
