2025 CEA National Issues Conference Interview: Angie Simon

Angie talks about her engagement with members of the California Congressional Delegation, including Senator Alex Padilla, and why members should make a point to attend at least one CEA conference.

Angie Simon, former SMACNA National President and co-founder of the Heavy Metal Summer Experience, sits down with Seth Lennon on site at the 2025 CEA National Issues Conference. Angie talks about her engagement with members of the California Congressional Delegation, including Senator Alex Padilla, and why members should make a point to attend at least one CEA conference.


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