Registration Now Open: December 2025 Council of Chapter Representatives Meeting

December 7-9 meeting is your chance to learn more about SMACNA initiatives and engage with association leadership!

Join us in Nashville, Tennessee, from December 7–9, 2025, for the upcoming Council of Chapter Representatives Meeting!

This bi-annual meeting is your opportunity to:

  • Hear the latest updates on SMACNA initiatives and industry updates
  • Share your chapter’s perspective and have your voice heard by your peers and SMACNA leadership
  • Engage in open forums, network with peers, and gain valuable insights from SMACNA National staff, elected officials, and guest speakers

 Event Highlights:

  • Welcome Reception – Evening of December 7
  • Meeting Sessions – December 8 & 9 (1.5 days of content, discussion, and networking)

Immediately following the Council of Chapter Representatives Meeting, SMACNA will conduct a Local Joint Adjustment Board (LJAB) Training. This training offers essential guidance on how to properly conduct an LJAB hearing and equips chapters and contractor panelists with the knowledge and resources needed to effectively navigate the process. This free half day program will show you how to:

  • Conduct a proper LJAB hearing
  • Handle common procedural objections
  • Maintain arbitrational immunity

You’ll also learn how to prepare for complex legal issues that often accompany grievances. Plus, you will leave knowing how to draft binding decisions. There is no charge for this program, so please let your management LJAB members know about this training opportunity and plan to attend. When you register for Council, please indicate if you would like to attend this program.

Don't miss this chance to connect with fellow chapter representatives and shape the future of our industry.

Click here to learn more and register!


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