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CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Feb 08 2023

The Value of Building a Crisis Management Plan

By having protocols already in place, your chapter can successfully weather any future turbulence.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Feb 01 2023

How to Incorporate Empathy into Your Leadership Style

Growing evidence that understanding the feelings and experiences of your team is becoming a highly critical soft skill for leaders to possess.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jan 18 2023

Webinar Recording: Industry Fund Advanced Concepts and Common Issues

The second part of the webinar series is designed to educate chapter executives on best practices for industry fund administration.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jan 11 2023

Webinar Recording: Introduction to Industry Funds

Session provides viewers with important information on the basics of managing an industry fund and those chapter executives and industry fund trustees looking for a great refresher course.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jan 11 2023

Chapter Executives Urged to Participate in Safety Services Survey

SMACNA Premier Partner Federated Insurance sponsoring study will help SMACNA better understand safety services and practices.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jan 05 2023

Coaching: A useful tool at all levels

A comprehensive talent development program that encompasses all levels of employees is one of the best ways an organization can invest in its future.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Dec 29 2022

Leadership lessons from 2022 and how they could apply in 2023

During a time of transition out of the pandemic, flexibility, resilience, and a focus on organizational culture stood out as the hallmarks of successful leaders.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Dec 22 2022

How’s Your Mental Health?

While the focus might be on ensuring the well-being of employees, leaders should not be afraid to make sure that they are taking care of themselves.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Dec 15 2022

The key to public speaking: focus on the audience

By focusing on the message you want to convey to the crowd, you can overcome any personal obstacles to you successfully addressing your peers

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Dec 08 2022

SMACNA Government Affairs Office Begins 2023 Prior Approval (PA) Campaign

Chapter Executives asked to assist in effort to ensure that members sign and return required forms to participate in SMACNA political activities.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Dec 01 2022

New Report Highlights Emerging Trends in Association Member Engagement

The New Member Engagement Study examines how associations can not only attract new members, but also leverage digital assets to encourage increased participation.

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CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Nov 17 2022

Is Your Chapter Website Accessible?

By following some core best practices to make sure that anyone can access your website, you can ensure the maximum amount of traffic.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Nov 03 2022

View the December Meeting Agenda

The agenda for the upcoming December Council of Chapter Representatives Meeting in Scottsdale, AZ is now available.

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CHAPTER LEADERSHIP

Webinar Recording: Be Prepared for A Mental Health Audit

Trustees can gain a better understanding of how to ensure that their fund is adequately prepared for a mental health parity audit by viewing this recorded webinar.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Oct 13 2022

Curiosity: A Pathway to Successful Leadership

By refusing to stop learning, leaders can remain flexible to whatever challenges arise.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Sep 29 2022

How to Combat Leadership Fatigue

Delegation, setting realistic expectations key to maintaining passion for the mission

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Sep 22 2022

Want to Succeed? Sharpen Your Pen

In this age of multi-channel communication, being able to write a clear, concise message that appeals to an audience is more important than ever.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Sep 22 2022

Valuing the Older Members of Your Team

With changing employment dynamics in the wake of the pandemic, embracing older contributors is more critical than ever.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Sep 08 2022

Join Be4All for a Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month

September 22 event will feature music and opportunities for reflection on Latin history.

MEMBER UPDATE Sep 01 2022

Is Your Chapter’s Cyber Infrastructure Secure?

Virtual adversaries are shifting their focus towards smaller organizations such as associations and non-profits.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Sep 01 2022

How to Express Workplace Frustrations Constructively

Stress from the pandemic, current events can lead to office tensions unless addressed constructively.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Aug 25 2022

July 2022 Board of Directors Report

The report from the July 2022 meeting is now available to be viewed in its entirety.

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CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Aug 25 2022

How will the Inflation Reduction Act Impact Your Chapter?

Tax benefits for retrofits, health care considerations, and enhanced IRS staffing are some of the measures of possible interest to SMACNA chapter executives.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Aug 11 2022

Is There a Place For Audio Content?

Starting a podcast is a low-overhead way to reach out to your membership and establish thought leadership.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Aug 11 2022

Strategic Planning 101

By organizing and articulating your short and long-term vision for your chapter, you can better understand what is required to enact your ideas.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Aug 04 2022

How to Navigate Chapter Leadership Challenges and Avoid Burnout

By understanding your personal boundaries and setting realistic expectations, you can ensure that you are serving your members while being mindful of your own self care.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Aug 04 2022

Can TikTok Help Your Chapter?

More organizations are embracing the video-based social media platform emerging as the dominant medium for reaching younger generations.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jul 28 2022

Product Show Breakfast Sponsorships Still Available

Put your chapter in the spotlight at this important and well-attended event.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jul 28 2022

Is Your Chapter Ready for a Recession?

Growing economic uncertainty has experts calling for organizations in all sectors to prepare for potential downturn.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jul 21 2022

How Do I Get Millenials Involved In My Chapter?

Understanding how to connect with younger members of the workforce can benefit your chapter by bringing in new perspectives.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jul 21 2022

Why is it Important to Keep Your Content Ethical?

By maintaining credibility, you can grow your reputation as a subject matter expert while keeping your chapter out of hot water.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jul 14 2022

How do I Navigate A Leadership Change At My Chapter?

Having a process in place before a transition happens can ensure a smooth handoff and allow your chapter to continue serving its members.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jul 14 2022

Believe It or Not, Blogs Still Have a Purpose on Your Website.

By posting regular website content, you can drive up your SEO results while also building credibility as a thought leader.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jul 07 2022

BE 4 ALL Learning Journey Sessions Build on the Program’s Foundation

Facilitators use shared experiences to foster mutual understanding on topics such as gender identity and race.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jul 07 2022

Building a Successful Email Campaign is More than Writing Just Exceptional Copy

A strategy focusing on reader engagement, combined with a superior look and feel is key to building a strong subscription base.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jun 30 2022

How to Have Tough Conversations About Important Issues

New survey indicates that it might be time for corporate and non-profit boards to confront controversial social matters.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jun 30 2022

Best Practices for Digital Marketing

Current trends in creating an effective digital presence go beyond having social media feeds and a nice website.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jun 23 2022

New Chapter Executives Attend Orientation at SMACNA HQ

Leaders learned more about services and resources from SMACNA Executive Directors, staff, and more.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jun 23 2022

New Report Outlining Association Trends

An Age of Innovation captured responses from association leaders regarding lessons learned during the pandemic along with expectations for 2022.

MEMBER UPDATE Jun 16 2022

What Exactly is a Prior Approval, and Why is it So Important?

Form enables SMACNA members to remain informed about SMAC PAC operations and advocacy.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jun 16 2022

How’s Your (Computer) Hardware Looking?

With operating systems evolving to meet new operational demands and security challenges, making sure that your laptop/desktop can keep up is more critical than ever.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jun 09 2022

Charleston Hosts the Council of Chapter Representatives Meeting

Chapter Leaders meet to discuss SMACNA and industry-related business on matters ranging from emerging systems, technological developments, and impactful national labor and legislative developments.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jun 09 2022

Travel Smarter As You Head On The Road

Shifts in attitude regarding COVID-19 means chapter leaders are heading to off-site events once again and encountering some old (and new) travel headaches.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jun 02 2022

How to Overcome the Fear of Public Speaking

With in-person events returning, there are tools available that can help when addressing your peers in a public setting.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jun 02 2022

McKinsey Launches Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Navigator

Consulting firm unveils a tool to help the public and private sector track funding opportunities through the new law.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP May 26 2022

Time to Take Your Chapter Green?

Growing amount of options available to reduce waste while also providing value to members through effective operations.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP May 19 2022

How Does One Engage in Thought Leadership?

While it may sound easy, paving the way forward on a topic, while also remaining relevant, is a lot harder than it looks.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP May 19 2022

Submit Your Chapter’s CBA

Submit Your Chapter’s Collective Bargaining Agreement

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP May 12 2022

Chapter Executives Have Important Role in Promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Organizational leaders are imperative in ensuring that DEI is an important part of any association's strategic plan.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP May 12 2022

Your Number One Social Media Asset: Your Membership

By encouraging your membership to leverage their own social media tools to promote the interests of your association, you can spread your association’s message faster than ever before.

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