Chris Hronek Named SMACNA Innovator of the Year

The award, presented at the 2024 MEP Innovation Conference, recognizes a pioneer from a SMACNA member contractor who champions innovation and continuous improvement across their company and the industry.

Chris Hronek, Application Engineer with Wisconsin-based Tweet/Garot Mechanical, was named SMACNA’s 2024 Innovator of the Year.

The award, presented at the 2024 MEP Innovation Conference in Orlando, Florida, recognizes a pioneer from a SMACNA member contractor who champions innovation and continuous innovation at their company and within the industry.

Chris’s work at Tweet/Garot focused on digitizing workflows and streamlining processes throughout the company. His efforts have increased efficiency within the company, helping Tweet/Garot consistently deliver projects to customers on time and within budget. In addition to his innovative work, Chris is noted for his high level of collaboration, not just within Tweet/Garot but throughout the entirety of the MEP trades. Chris is also a member of SMART and is instrumental in building and maintaining a strong labor/management dynamic.

Take a moment to watch the video below celebrating Chris’ efforts and well-deserved recognition.

Feb 7, 2024 — Member Update

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