SMACNA Builds New Team Dedicated to Chapter Development

Laurie Greene named Director of Chapter Strategy & Development and Sushma Dhakal named SMACNA Chapter Concierge.

SMACNA’s leadership recognizes that strong, engaged chapters are essential to the association’s long-term success. To support this, SMACNA created a new role—Director of Chapter Strategy & Development

As of April 1, Laurie Greene has transitioned into this position full-time, focusing on aligning national goals with chapter initiatives, supporting chapter leaders, and strengthening the chapter network through leadership development, member engagement, and key programs.

Sushma Dhakal has also joined as SMACNA Chapter Concierge, supporting chapter activities, executive requests, meetings, and communications. She brings nearly three years of experience with SMACNA, previously supporting the Labor Relations Department.


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