News Archive

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.

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.

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.

SMACNA Convention Interview: Shasta Erickson

Jan 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about some of the best practices for maintaining a strong labor/management relationship and how this can translate into meaningful outcomes

Travis Voss Featured in PHCP Pros Article

Jan 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA’s Director of Innovative Technology and Fabrication talks about how to make deliberate technology choices for your business in an ever-changing climate.

SMACNA Convention Interview: Joe Samia

Jan 8, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

The newly installed SMACNA Vice President talks about his industry journey and the goals he would like to accomplish during his term on the executive committee. 

SMACNA Convention Interview: RISE Committee

Jan 8, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Carmen Koo and Angie Simon sit down with Seth Lennon to talk about the RISE Committee’s mission of building new opportunities for business leaders throughout SMACNA. 

SMACNA Convention Interview - A Discussion On Artificial Intelligence (Travis Voss)

Jan 8, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA's Director of Innovative Technology & Fabrication discusses the state of Artificial Intelligence and its potential impact on the construction industry. 

Hire, Retain, and Develop Future Leaders

Jan 8, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

See how a focus on three relationships (employees, customers, and partners) within your organization positively impacts the total operations.

Welcome Aedo – Our New Bronze Associate Member

Jan 8, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

Learn about how their business improvement consultancy helps construction companies unlock “trapped data” to streamline operations, reduce waste, and improve visibility. 

Final Call to Register for A Brave New World!

Jan 8, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

This session, focusing on the 2025 Political Climate, will feature discussion on what the new political climate has in store for SMACNA and what contractors need to know moving forward. 

SMACNA Unveils Innovator of the Year Nominees

Jan 8, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

The award recognizes an industry pioneer from a SMACNA member who champions innovation and continuous improvement across their company and the industry to be recognized at the 2025 MEP Innovation Conference.

Register for the 2025 MEP Innovation Conference!

Jan 8, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Members will receive a hotel link to reserve a hotel room at our special attendee rate.

Fab Forum Early Bird Registration Closes January 10!

Jan 8, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Event will feature a tour of Boston-based McCusker-Gill along with opportunities to network and grow your fabrication knowledge base. 

Save the Date: Chapter Executive Orientation – May 21-23, 2025

Jan 7, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

We are excited to announce the upcoming Chapter Executive Orientation, scheduled for May 21-23, 2025, at SMACNA National Headquarters in Chantilly, VA.

SMACNA Leaders to Feature in Zoom Panel on 2025 Political Landscape

Jan 7, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

Brave New World: A Discussion on the 2025 Political Climate, will feature discussion on what the new political climate has in store for SMACNA and what contractors need to know moving forward. 

CEI Tentative Agenda Now Available

Jan 7, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

February event serves as an educational event and networking opportunity for SMACNA Chapter Executives.

Register for the 2025 MEP Innovation Conference!

Jan 7, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

Members will receive a hotel link to reserve a hotel room at our special attendee rate.

Leadership “Resolutions” for 2025

Jan 7, 2025 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership

Instead of making a “promise” that might be easily broken, focus on building new habits that will enable you to serve your membership to the best of your ability. 

Fab Forum Early Bird Registration Closes January 10!

Jan 7, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

Event will feature a tour of Boston-based McCusker-Gill along with opportunities to network and grow your fabrication knowledge base.