Chapter Leadership

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  Introducing SMACNA Executive Edge

  Feb 10, 2026 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

  Program continues SMACNA’s commitment to equipping Chapter Executives with the tools, knowledge, and confidence needed to lead with impact and influence.

• Join Us for Strategic Facilitator Training

  Feb 10, 2026 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

  March 25 train-the-trainer event will help equip Chapter Executives with critical tools that enable them to support their chapter or smaller chapters that might not have resources.

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  Help SMACNA Highlight Young & Emerging Leaders in 2026

  Feb 10, 2026 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

  Effort will tell these intriguing stories and highlight the importance of bringing a new generation to the forefront of our industry.

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  Committee Applications Now Open Year-Round!

  Feb 10, 2026 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership | Member Update

  Contribute your expertise and serve the Executive Board and guiding the association by sharing best practices across various subject areas.

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  Time Is Running Out to Apply For a College of Fellows Scholarship!

  Feb 10, 2026 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

  Applications for scholarships must be received or postmarked by February 28, 2026.

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  Book Time to Speak with SMACNA’s AI Consultant!

  Feb 10, 2026 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

  Members can talk to Hugh Seaton where they can discuss AI policy, projects, and really any AI related questions they may have.

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  Time to Apply for SMACNA’s Safety Awards

  Feb 10, 2026 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership

  Between now and May 31, apply for the SMACNA Safety Achievement Awards and the Safety Innovator of the Year Award!

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  SMACNA Taking Early Action on Critical Legislative Issues

  Feb 10, 2026 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership

  Letters to Congress urge action on tariff impacts and change orders.

• Scheduled Contribution Rate Increase Begins This Month

  Jan 6, 2026 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

  SMACNA’s Board of Directors adopted a scheduled contribution rate increase in 2023 that introduces a one cent ($0.01) per hour increase every three years, beginning January 1, 2026.

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  Last Chance to Register for Chapter Executives Institute 2026!

  Jan 6, 2026 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership

  The program features educational sessions, local chapter reports, an overview of the upcoming convention, and valuable opportunities for information exchange among chapter executives and national SMACNA staff.

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  Read the New FAQs on "Qualified Overtime"

  Jan 6, 2026 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

  Document provides businesses guidance on how to navigate the new income tax rules originating from “The One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act.”

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  Coming Soon: Strategic Planning Facilitator Training

  Jan 6, 2026 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

  The March 25 program will lay out 9-step strategic planning process and explore real-world tools, examples, and facilitation strategies tailored to the unique dynamics of SMACNA Chapters and Boards of Directors.

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  Propose a Topic for the 2026 Accelerate Your Impact Webinar Series

  Jan 6, 2026 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

  Program arms new and existing Chapter Executives with industry, business, labor and legal knowledge to successfully serve their contractors, promote the industry and represent their contractors with labor and lawmakers.

• Share Your Chapter’s Success Story

  Jan 6, 2026 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

  Send us an example of how your chapter has made a difference to its members and our entire industry!

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  Don’t Forget to Register for Chapter Executives Institute 2026!

  Dec 8, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

  Join us in Orlando, Florida, February 8-10, 2026, for the Chapter Executives Institute. This annual, continuing education program is designed exclusively for SMACNA chapter executives.

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  Collective Bargaining Orientation Registration Closing Soon!

  Dec 8, 2025 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership

  December 17 is the last day to register for the program meant to help you with the knowledge and skills needed to negotiate effectively.

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  Comparison of Local Residential, Light Commercial and Service Addenda

  Dec 8, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

  Released in November 2025 by the SMACNA National Labor Relations Department, this report analyzes and compares 59 Local Residential, Light Commercial and Service Addenda.

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  Submit Your Topics for the Next Quarterly Executive Video Conference with SMACNA National

  Dec 8, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

  Take advantage of your opportunity to address critical issues with SMACNA and fellow chapter executives.

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  Propose a Topic for the 2026 Accelerate Your Impact Webinars!

  Dec 8, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

  Submit an idea for the program designed to provide Chapter Executives with critical industry, business, labor and legal knowledge.

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  Watch the Critical Issues in Transportation & Infrastructure Webinar

  Dec 8, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

  The latest entry in SMACNA’s Capitol Hill Webinar Series features Sabrina Sussman, Chief Program Officer of the City of Nashville's Choose How You Move initiative, joins us to discuss critical issues in transportation and infrastructure.

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