Early Bird Rate for the SMACNA Leadership Conference Ends April 1

This high-impact conference focuses on the federal policies most important to SMACNA contractors and provides an opportunity to receive training in effective advocacy techniques.

Join fellow HVAC industry CEOs at the SMACNA Leadership Conference, taking place Wednesday, May 6 – Friday, May 8, 2026, in Washington, DC.

This is a critical moment for the sheet metal industry. Congress and federal agencies are making decisions that will shape tax policy, infrastructure investment, workforce development, and prevailing wage enforcement for years to come. These policies directly affect how our contractors hire, invest, compete, and grow. SMACNA’s Capitol Hill team advocates every day on behalf of our members, but nothing resonates more with lawmakers than hearing directly from contractors who run businesses, employ skilled workers, and deliver projects in their communities. Your experience gives policymakers the real-world perspective they need as they consider legislation and regulatory changes affecting our industry.

This high-impact conference focuses on the federal policies most important to SMACNA contractors. It also provides an opportunity to receive training in effective advocacy techniques, followed by the chance to put those skills into action by meeting with Senators, Members of Congress, and their staff to discuss issues that matter to your company and the broader industry.

And this wouldn’t be a SMACNA conference without some great networking and social opportunities. We will be headed to Nationals Park for a ballgame and to Washington, DC institution - The Dubliner - for a reception.

To encourage strong contractor participation, the SMAC Administrative Fund is offering a special incentive for Congressional Insiders Club (CIC) members traveling to Washington:

CIC, Dual CIC, and Chairman's Club Members: $250 reimbursement

  • Political and Premier Pacesetter Members: $500 reimbursement
  • Platinum Pacesetter Members: $750 reimbursement

This conference is an opportunity to engage with industry peers, stay informed about policy developments, and ensure the voice of SMACNA contractors is heard on Capitol Hill.

If you have questions or need additional information, contact Denise Murphy McGraw, SMACNA’s special assistant for political affairs at dmurphymcgraw@smacna.org.

Secure your spot today and register by April 1 to receive the special early-bird rate.


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