Relive the 2026 SMACNA Annual Convention

Take a moment to return to Orlando and celebrate the most important week on the SMACNA calendar through our daily recap videos and learn about our award winners!

SMACNA members descended on Orlando, FL for the 2026 SMACNA Annual Convention. Take a moment to relive highlights from the most important week on the SMACNA calendar, including the College of Fellows Golf and Pickleball Tournaments, Educational Sessions, and the Product Show. We also celebrate Todd Hill's completed term as President and Scott Vidimos beginning his term leading the association.

We are also proud to announce our award winners, who were recognized for all their hard work on behalf of our association.

  • SMACNA Contractor of the Year: Paul Klaus, icon Mechanical, Granite City, IL
  • Chapter Executive of the Year: John Quarnstrom, SMARCA of Minnesota-North Dakota-South Dakota
  • SMACNA Legislative Contractor of the Year: Mike Hilgert, Superior Duct Fabrication, Pomona, CA
  • SMACNA Chapter Executive Legislative Advocate of the Year: Ronda Gilliland-Lopez, SMACNA New Mexico
  • The Distinguished Legislative Service Award: Randy Pagel, Bumler Mechanical, Sterling Heights, MI
  • Charles Corbett Excellence In Labor Relations Award: John Quarnstrom, SMARCA of Minnesota-North Dakota-South Dakota
  • 2026 SMACNA Safety Sponsorship Recipient: Athena Chiera, Vice President of Athena Engineering in California
  • Safety Innovator of the Year: Bel-Aire Mechanical, A Legence Company

Click here to watch our recap playlist and here to view the convention photos! 


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