Member Update

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  Watch Hire, Retain and Develop Future Leaders

  Jan 29, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Patrick Donahue of Federated Insurance recently led a SMACNA member-exclusive webinar, sharing how a focus on three key relationships can positively transform an organization’s overall operations.

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  Learn About the Impact of Recent Trump Executive Order

  Jan 29, 2025 |4 min read — Member Update

  State Contractors and JATCs May Face Challenges after President Trump Revokes Affirmative Action Executive Order.

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  Stan Kolbe Interviewed In SNIPS

  Jan 29, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  SMACNA’s Executive Director of Government and Political Affairs talks about the nomination of Lori Chavez-DeRemer as Secretary of Labor.

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  SMACNA Convention Interview: Scott Vidimos

  Jan 29, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  SMACNA's Secretary-Treasurer details the value of SMACNA membership and how it serves as a critical value-added for member contractors.

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  SMACNA Product Show Interview: Mestek Machinery

  Jan 29, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Mike Bailey outlines how the SMACNA Premier Partner looks to push the envelope when it comes to its various product offerings.

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  SMACNA Convention Interview: A Discussion On Artificial Intelligence (Todd Byxbe)

  Jan 22, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Learn more from the contractor’s perspective about the impact that this emerging technology could have on operations.

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  SMACNA Convention Interview: Dani Mackey

  Jan 22, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  SMACNA’s PR lead discusses her experience in the field and how contractors can make their interactions with the press as beneficial as possible.

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  SMACNA Product Show Interview: Milwaukee Tool

  Jan 22, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Take a look at some of the new products from the SMACNA Premier Partner and take a dive in to why the company believes that being a SMACNA Premier Partner is valuable.

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  MEP Innovation Conference Registration Ending January 26th!

  Jan 22, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Join us for the best technology conference for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, service, and sheet metal contractors!

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  Read the First AI Reality Check

  Jan 22, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

  Series will provide quick and useful insights to help you understand what's happening in the AI landscape.

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  DOL Terminates COVID-19 Healthcare Rulemaking

  Jan 22, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Focus will now shift to completing Infectious Disease Rulemaking.

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  Participate in Webinar on Developing the Leaders of Tomorrow

  Jan 22, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

  Hire, Retain, and Develop Future Leaders will examine the three relationships (employees, customers, and partners) within your organization positively impacts the total operations.

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  AI Webinar Series: Streamlining Success Recording Now Available

  Jan 22, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Recording meant to assist SMACNA Members in better understanding how AI can enhance productivity in marketing, sales, and quality control.

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  AI Webinar Series Adds Three New Sessions – Register Now!

  Jan 15, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

  Dive into how artificial intelligence can enhance business operations and efficiency for SMACNA members and stay ahead of the curve with expert insights and actionable strategies.

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  CEA National Issues Conference Early Bird Registration Opening Soon!

  Jan 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  The May 6-8 event will focus on key regulatory and legislative issues affecting the union construction industry today.

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  Webinar Recording: Brave New World

  Jan 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Watch this session featuring a panel of SMACNA leaders talking about how the 2024 elections will impact your business and the entire industry.

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  Join Us for the Upcoming Supervisor Training Academy

  Jan 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  March 2025 event in St. Louis will equip attendees with the tools supervisors need to make informed decisions and empower their teams.

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  SMACNA Outlines Policy Priorities to Incoming Trump Administration

  Jan 15, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

  Infrastructure, Tax Incentives, Prevailing Wage Laws and Registered Apprenticeships comprise some of the key issues detailed in documents sent to the Trump transition team.

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  SMACNA Convention Interview: Todd Hill

  Jan 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  SMACNA’s President-Elect joins Seth Lennon to talk about what SMACNA means to him and his business.

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  SMACNA Contractor Spotlight- Rainier Metal Works

  Jan 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

  Learn more about Rainier Metal Works and the year-long journey from its founding in early 2024.

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