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
May 6, 2026 - Learn more about this emerging Chicagoland contractor that is earning acclaim with its high-quality custom work!
May 6, 2026 - Meeting of the members of SMACNA will take place on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at approximately 7:45 a.m., at the Signia by Hilton Bonnet Creek and Waldorf Astoria, in Orlando, Florida.
May 6, 2026 - This event, hosted by The Hill Group, showcased some of the incredible innovation in the fabrication space.