Chapter Leadership

Published on Fridays, Chapter Leadership News provides chapter executives, chapter leaders, and chapter staff with timely and relevant news from SMACNA National, along with useful information and helpful insights to keep SMACNA chapters updated and engaged with members.

Don’t Forget to Register for Chapter Executives Institute 2026!

Dec 8, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

Join us in Orlando, Florida, February 8-10, 2026, for the Chapter Executives Institute. This annual, continuing education program is designed exclusively for SMACNA chapter executives.
Collective Bargaining Orientation Registration Closes Tomorrow!

Dec 8, 2025 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership

December 10th is the last day to register for the program meant to help you with the knowledge and skills needed to negotiate effectively.
Comparison of Local Residential, Light Commercial and Service Addenda

Dec 8, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

Released in November 2025 by the SMACNA National Labor Relations Department, this report analyzes and compares 59 Local Residential, Light Commercial and Service Addenda.
Submit Your Topics for the Next Quarterly Executive Video Conference with SMACNA National

Dec 8, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

Take advantage of your opportunity to address critical issues with SMACNA and fellow chapter executives.
Propose a Topic for the 2026 Accelerate Your Impact Webinars!

Dec 8, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

Submit an idea for the program designed to provide Chapter Executives with critical industry, business, labor and legal knowledge.
Watch the Critical Issues in Transportation & Infrastructure Webinar

Dec 8, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

The latest entry in SMACNA’s Capitol Hill Webinar Series features Sabrina Sussman, Chief Program Officer of the City of Nashville's Choose How You Move initiative, joins us to discuss critical issues in transportation and infrastructure.
Join the SMACNA Chapter Executives Community

Dec 8, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

SMACNA Connect is a great place to connect with your peers, ask questions, share best practices, and discuss chapter administration or industry-related topics.
Take a Brief Trade Stacking Survey

Dec 8, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

Joint project between SMACNA, SpectrumACE and the CPC looks to learn more about your pain points regarding trade stacking between interior specialty contractors.
Don’t Forget to Register for the 2026 Collective Bargaining Orientation

Nov 10, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership | Member Update

During this course, accomplished legal professionals will discuss the legal framework for bargaining and how you can still preserve the multi-employer unit when an agreement is not achieved.
College of Fellows Now Accepting Scholarship Applications

Nov 10, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership | Member Update

Program now open to eligible students from the SMACNA extended family for the 26-27 academic year.
College of Fellows Accepting Nominations for Fellowship

Nov 10, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership | Member Update

SMACNA’s College of Fellows members are the top industry professionals who have made significant contributions and advancements to the sheet metal industry.
New SMACNA Executive Committee Installed at 2025 SMACNA Annual Convention

Nov 7, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

Learn more about the 2025-26 leadership team and relive all the exciting moments from the SMACNA event of the year in Maui!
This Friday is the Hotel Cut-Off Date for the Council of Chapter Representatives Meeting

Nov 7, 2025 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership | Member Update

Please make sure to reserve your room in Nashville by November 14th!
National Careers in Trades Week Wins a W3 Award

Nov 7, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership | Member Update

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.
Learning Journey: From Service to Skilled Trades

Nov 7, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership | Member Update

Learn more about how SMACNA, SMART and the ITI are helping bridging the gap between military service and a career in our industry!
Webinar: The Labor Mirage

Nov 7, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership | Member Update

Learn more about why labor planning keeps breaking down -- and how smarter, trade-focused planning can protect your timeline, your team, and your bottom line.
Leveraging Video: It’s Easier than You Think!

Nov 7, 2025 |3 min read — Chapter Leadership

By using some of the tools already at your disposal, you can use the power of video to tell your chapter’s story and show off some of the incredible work being done by your members!
Registration Now Open: December 2025 Council of Chapter Representatives Meeting

Oct 7, 2025 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership

This bi-annual meeting is an opportunity for you learn more about SMACNA initiatives and have your voices heard by SMACNA leadership!
Webinar: Strategic Planning for SMACNA Chapters: Charting a Course for Long-Term Success

Oct 7, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

Session will give participants the opportunity to learn more about the strategic planning process, how to get started, effectively collaborating with your Board and how to monitor progress.
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Oct 7, 2025 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership

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