Stan Kolbe Interviewed In SNIPS

SMACNA’s Executive Director of Government and Political Affairs talks about the nomination of Lori Chavez-DeRemer as Secretary of Labor.

Stan Kolbe

Stan Kolbe, SMACNA’s Executive Director of Government and Political Affairs was interviewed recently by SNIPS News on the nomination of Lori Chavez-DeRemer to serve as Secretary of Labor within the Trump Administration. Kolbe talked about how the Secretary-Designate supports several key SMACNA initiatives and how she will aid in advancing the skilled trades. 

Click here to read the interview! 


Jan 29, 2025 Member Update

Latest Articles


Experience the Power of the SMACNA & SMART Partnership at AHR Expo 2026

Dec 10, 2025 - Register for the AHR Expo in Las Vegas and visit SMACNA and SMART’s joint booth (C3118) to learn how the organizations are advancing a stronger, more innovative unionized HVAC and sheet metal industry....


SMACNA Convention Interview: Devon Madon (Madon Sheet Metal)

Dec 10, 2025 - The co-owner of Madon Sheet Metal shares her unique journey to the industry and she outlines some of the best practices when it comes to working with family members in an incredibly competitive space.


SMACNA Convention Interview: Andy Phelps (Barnes & Dodge)

Dec 10, 2025 - The Vice President of SMACNA Contractor Barnes & Dodge goes into detail about some of the work that his firm is doing on emerging business lines.