January 14 Last Day for Discounted Partners in Progress Hotel Rooms

This year’s conference features industry experts, leaders, peers, and union counterparts for timely, practical educational sessions designed to help you strategically grow your business in today’s uncertain economic climate.

Register now for the 2026 Partners in Progress Conference and book your hotel by January 14 to secure discounted room blocks! Please use this link to make your hotel reservations at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin. All conference attendees are eligible for a special rate of $329 per night, plus applicable taxes and fees. This rate is available through January 14, 2026, or until the room block is sold out, whichever comes first. Please note that space is limited. 

At this year’s conference, you’ll join industry experts, leaders, peers, and union counterparts for timely, practical educational sessions designed to help you strategically grow your business in today’s uncertain economic climate.

Featured Sessions Include:

  • Expanding Core Work Opportunities in Architectural
    • Learn how sheet metal contractors and local unions have successfully broadened their core work opportunities into architectural sheet metal and seized opportunities to enhance their core business.
  • Leading Through Collaboration:
    • Explore how construction professionals can proactively collaborate with building code officials to influence code development, improve enforcement practices, and drive safer, more sustainable outcomes. Learn how you can elevate your projects, improve regulatory relationships, and contribute to a stronger construction industry.
  • Training for Tomorrow: How JATC’s Are Driving a Competitive Edge
    • Across the country, Sheet Metal Joint Apprenticeship and Training Centers (JATCs) are updating curricula to meet modern market needs and help contractors and the workforce win new work. This session will highlight innovative JATC training, including TAB, BIM, cleanroom installation and service work, automation, sustainability, and smart building systems. Training coordinators and industry leaders demonstrate how curriculum innovation helps local communities stay ahead of trends, meet contractor needs, and strengthen labor-management partnerships. Attendees will gain practical insights to modernize training programs and build a competitive edge.

Click here to learn more about the event and to register.


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