SMACNA, SMART and the ITI’s effort to encourage young people to join our industry wins a gold award in the Social Campaigns-Educational & Instructional category.
National Careers in Trades Week has been recognized with a Gold W3 Award. SMACNA partnered with SMART and the ITI to launch the first National Careers in Trades Week during the week of April 7-11, 2025. This initiative aims to encourage young people to pursue careers in the skilled trades. National Careers in Trades Week will return in 2026 with additional support from organizations such as MCAA, NECA, and SMOHIT.
Since 2005, the W3 Awards has celebrated excellence in digital content, design, and experiences, honoring everyone from global giants to independent creators who set trends, break boundaries, and shape the digital landscape.
Click here to learn more about the W3 awards, and click here to learn more about National Careers in Trades Week.
Nov 7, 2025 — Chapter Leadership | Member Update
Feb 10, 2026 - Program continues SMACNA’s commitment to equipping Chapter Executives with the tools, knowledge, and confidence needed to lead with impact and influence.
Feb 10, 2026 - March 25 train-the-trainer event will help equip Chapter Executives with critical tools that enable them to support their chapter or smaller chapters that might not have resources.
Feb 10, 2026 - Effort will tell these intriguing stories and highlight the importance of bringing a new generation to the forefront of our industry.