Award honors forward-thinking leaders from SMACNA member companies and the winner will be announced and recognized at the upcoming MEP Innovation Conference!
4 SMACNA members are nominated for the SMACNA Innovator of the Year Award. The nominated individuals are:
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| Danny Berman Geauga Mechanical Company | Matt Cordova Hermanson | Branden Avila Superior Duct Fabrication | Jennifer Clark General Sheet Metal |
The Innovator of the Year Award honors forward-thinking leaders from SMACNA member companies who drive innovation and continuous improvement within their organizations and across the industry. The winner will be announced and recognized at the MEP Innovation Conference, jointly produced by MCAA, NECA, and SMACNA, on January 26-29, 2026, at the Austin Marriott Downtown in Austin, Texas. Click here to learn more about the conference!
Jan 7, 2026 — Member Update
Apr 8, 2026 - SMACNA, SMART, ITI, NECA, MCAA, NEMI, SMOHIT, and the Heavy Metal Summer Experience have come together to celebrate and support this effort to raise awareness about the exciting potential of a career in our industry!
Apr 8, 2026 - Join your fellow SMACNA Members for four days of cutting-edge education, meaningful networking, and memorable moments at the Signia by Hilton Bonnet Creek and Waldorf Astoria.
Apr 8, 2026 - SMACNA members can now apply for the SMACNA Safety Achievement Awards and the SMACNA Safety Innovator of the Year Award!