Member Update

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  SMACNA Contractor of the Year Interview: Bobby McCally

  Jul 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  The Vice President of Operations at Southland discusses his journey through the industry and the importance of engagement with SMACNA.

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  Read the May/June SMACNews

  Jul 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  This edition focuses on SMACNA members descending on Washington DC to lobby their lawmakers, along with coverage of exciting projects in Detroit and Ottawa, Ontario!

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  New Episode of Clear the Air!

  Jul 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Megan Pope, Executive Vice President, SMRCA, joins Seth to talk about her life as an association executive and how SMACNA positively impacts its chapters.

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  SMACNA Named Finalist for PR Daily Nonprofit Awards

  Jul 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  SMACNews, Project Spotlight, and the new SMACNA Website were nominated as outstanding examples of non-profit communications outlets.

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  Save the Date: Collective Bargaining Orientation

  Jul 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  January 2026 session will help attendees learn more about the fundamentals of collective bargaining and the negotiation techniques that result in success.

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  New Gold SMACNA Associate Member: BuildOps

  Jul 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  BuildOps is the only all-in-one business platform built exclusively for commercial contractors. SMACNA members can rely on BuildOps to work smarter, protect margins, and stay ahead in a competitive market.

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  Take the Trade Stacking Survey!

  Jul 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  SMACNA wants to hear from supply-chain stakeholders about the practice’s impact on the MEP trades.

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  Building the A-Team: Planning for ERP Like a Pro

  Jul 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Learn more about the high-stakes process of ERP selection and implementation.

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  DOL Updates Penalty and Debt Collection Procedures

  Jul 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  DOL states that the changes will promote quick abatement of any workplace hazards and assist small businesses.

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  Webinar Reminder: Tariffs and Cost Trends in Commercial Construction Materials

  Jul 9, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Plan to join the upcoming session designed to help members explore some of the factors driving price shifts across all trades.

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  Read the SMACNA Staff Guide

  Jul 9, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Learn more about the SMACNA’s team’s role and their respective areas of expertise.

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  Transform Your Brand: Leverage SMACNA's Expertise to Elevate Your Social Media Presence!

  Jul 9, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

  SMACNA’s Director of Social Media, Cody Shook, is looking to help you navigate the Social Media landscape and take your company to the next level!

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  SMACNA Praises Congress, White House for Enacting Numerous Industry Tax Priorities

  Jul 9, 2025 |4 min read — Member Update

  SMACNA CEO thanks the House and Senate for passing a series of SMACNA-endorsed tax provisions.

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  2025 College of Fellows Scholarship Winners Announced

  Jul 8, 2025 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership | Member Update

  Program seeks to recognize talented youth and future leaders from the extended SMACNA family.

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  Meet Tara Long

  Jul 8, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership | Member Update

  Learn more about SMACNA’s new Executive Director of Meetings and Convention

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  Congressman Don Bacon Announces Retirement

  Jul 2, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

  A longtime friend of SMACNA Contractors and Co-Sponsor of the Infrastructure Act also passed important construction procurement reforms and defense base retrofit laws.

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  Updated Press Brake Safety Training Manual Now Available on SMACNA’s Website

  Jul 2, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Critical safety resource has been recently updated and revised by SMACNA’s Safety and Health Committee to align with current best practices and regulatory standards.

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  SNIPS Covers Joint SMACNA/SMART Efforts to Safeguard 179D Tax Provisions

  Jul 2, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Joint letter to Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune urged Congress to prioritize critical policy areas needed to maintain a robust construction industry and support American workers and businesses.

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  SMACNA Political Zoom Recording: How Tariffs Work

  Jul 2, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  This presentation on tariffs features John G. Murphy, with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The session focuses on the mechanics of tariffs, explains how they work, and discusses their impact on the overall economy.

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  Webinar: Tariffs and Cost Trends in Commercial Construction Materials

  Jul 2, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Session is designed to help members explore some of the factors that are driving price shifts across all trades.

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