Video Library

Pro Tips for Better Estimating

Sep 5, 2024 | Webinar

Learn about successful estimation techniques and best practices you can apply going forward, and get expert advice on how to best lay out a project using assembly libraries and information from past projects.

Boost Your Cash Flow with a Rock-Solid A/R Escalation Plan

Aug 21, 2024 | Webinar

This presentation provides a clear blueprint for faster collections, including the tools to empower your team to take swift action on late payments.

Navigating the New Standards: What You Need to Know about the Revised Apprenticeship Guidelines

Aug 20, 2024 | Webinar

This webinar talks about overview of the newly revised National Guidelines for Sheet Metal Apprenticeship programs, approved by the Department of Labor, along with guidance for JATCs on adopting these changes and how Chapters can support the process.

AYI: Understanding Grievance Arbitration

Aug 19, 2024 | Accelerate your Impact

In this webinar, you'll gain a thorough understanding of grievance arbitration provisions of the Standard Form of Union Agreement and explore the grievance process in detail, from its initial definition to the final resolution.

Construction Metrics That Matter

Jul 30, 2024 | Webinar

Understanding and analyzing construction safety data can help make a work environment safer. Take a deep dive into safety metrics and learn how they can be used to prevent future accidents

Understanding Unfair Labor Practices

Jul 23, 2024 | Accelerate your Impact

This webinar is tailored for chapter executives aiming to deepen their comprehension of unfair labor practices (ULPs) and equip them with strategies for prevention and resolution.

Mechanical Contractor Panel: Better Labor Productivity Through Workforce Management

Jun 12, 2024 | Webinar

When labor makes up half or more of your budget, coming in, at or under budget on every job is imperative to profitability. Hear how other contractors are prioritizing Workforce Management to support sustainable company growth.

Workshop on Best Practices for Association Policies and Procedures

Jun 6, 2024 | Accelerate your Impact

This workshop, tailored for chapter executives, is designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary for effective association management. Chapter executives have a lot to manage while running an effective association and staying within budget.

A Lasting Legacy

May 8, 2024 | Webinar

Planning for a time when you’re no longer running your business can be overwhelming. Gain some peace of mind and learn about potential options to help you avoid frustration, taxation, and litigation when the time comes to exit your business.

Avoiding Monkey Mayhem

May 1, 2024 | Accelerate your Impact

We all have monkeys (aka responsibilities) in our barrels. The challenges occur when some people pass their monkeys off to others, which can have a ripple effect, or when others take on more monkeys than can fit into their barrels.

Tools to Conducting an Effective Internal Investigation

Apr 25, 2024 |

When an employer receives a complaint of wrongful conduct in the workplace or is put on notice of other issues, oftentimes this triggers a duty to conduct a prompt internal investigation.

Building a Dynamic Contracting Business Through Constant Change

Apr 24, 2024 | Webinar

Seamlessly integrate new technologies into existing workflows, optimize your processes, and maximize ROI by learning the importance of departmentalization and ownership to foster accountability, cohesion, and agility within your organization.

Incentive Pay, Per Diems, and Overtime: Understanding the Regular Rate of Pay

Apr 24, 2024 | Webinar

This webinar provides invaluable insights to help you navigate the complex landscape of incentive pay, per diems, and overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Construction Trends

Apr 17, 2024 | Accelerate your Impact

Guy Gast, with the New Horizons Foundation, will explore trends in the construction industry and future trends that are predicted that chapter executives need to be aware and potentially provide education on to their contractors.

Fiberglass Duct Liner for Efficient & Quiet HVAC Systems

Mar 27, 2024 | Webinar

Learn more about the different types of insulation materials used for lining the interior of mechanical duct systems, their overall performance qualities, and how to improve project specifications.

What Contractors Need to Know About Withdrawal Liability

Mar 21, 2024 | Webinar

This covered the basics of withdrawal liability, special attention paid to buying/selling businesses, how withdrawal liability may impact business valuation, and when the liability is triggered in connection with a contractor’s cessation of operations.

SMACNA Premier Partner Interview: Federated Insurance

Mar 20, 2024 | Member interview

Patrick Cunningham, National Account Executive, talks about some of their risk-management solutions that are available to member contractors and why a partnership with SMACNA is important to Federated.

SMACNA Platinum Associate Member Interview: Knauf Insulation

Mar 13, 2024 | Member interview

Wally Blewitt, Vice President Sales, C&I, talks about Knauf’s unique products and how working with SMACNA helps them improve industry awareness.  

Fringe Benefit Funds

Mar 6, 2024 | Accelerate your Impact

A multiemployer plan is a foreign concept to most people who come from a world of single employer health plans and 401ks.

SMACNA Premier Partner Interview: Titus

Mar 5, 2024 | Member interview

Trenton Yarbrough, Vice President of Sales & Product Development, talks about how their laboratory-focused products are revolutionizing the industry and how Titus enjoys working with SMACNA contractors.