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The deadline for registering and submitting topics for the upcoming Council of Chapter Representatives Meeting, scheduled for May 31-June 2, 2026, in Quebec City at the Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac, is fast approaching! Please take note that this event is for Chapter Executives and Councilors Only! This biannual meeting is your opportunity to: Hear the latest updates on SMACNA initiatives and key industry developments Share your chapters perspective and ensure your voice is heard by peers and SMACNA leadership Participate in open forums, network with fellow representatives, and gain insights from SMACNA National staff, elected officials, and guest speakers Event Highlights Welcome Reception Evening of May 31 Meeting Sessions June 12 (1.5 days of content, discussion, and networking) Important Reminder A valid passport is required for travel from the United States to Canada, whether you are flying or driving. If you plan to attend the June Council Meeting and do not currently have a passport, we strongly encourage you to begin the application process as soon as possible. For more information on travel requirements and restrictions, please visit the U.S. Department of State website . Dont miss this opportunity to connect with fellow chapter representatives and help shape the future of our industry. To register for the June 2026 Council Meeting, please click here. In addition, we are still accepting topics for consideration during the meeting! Important Details: Topics may include items that result in recommendations to the SMACNA Board of Directors or are presented simply for Council discussion and information. To submit your topic, please complete this form and send it to Laurie Greene, lgreene@smacna.org , by May 1, 2026. Only items submitted by the announced cutoff date will be included on the agenda. Topics submitted after the deadline will be deferred to the next Council meeting unless deemed urgent by Council leadership. Please note: Topics brought up during the meeting that were not on the original agenda will follow the rules adopted by the Council for non-agenda items. Any action on such topics will require a two-thirds affirmative vote of the voting councilors in attendance.

Please join us on May 4 for a 2-day in-person training program designed to elevate the way service professionals show up on the job, in customer interactions, and within their teams. Through five interactive workshops, participants will develop the mindset, skills, and strategies needed to build trust, handle challenges with professionalism, and create lasting customer loyalty. Drawing on lessons from business and elite sports teams, this training moves beyond theory to practical, repeatable actions that change culture from the inside out. Hotel Information: Hyatt Place Indianapolis Downtown 130 S. Pennsylvania Street Indianapolis, IN 46204 Book by April 20, 2026, to receive the discounted rate of $164++ per night. Please click here to learn more and to register.

Clear the Airs episode featuring Seattle-based Rainier Metal Works has been named a finalist in the 2026 Shorty Awards. The episode is currently competing in the Technology and Education Category, and voting to determine the winner has begun! The Shorty Awards are an annual international awards program honoring the most outstanding work that defines culture and creativity across digital and social media, and will be handed out in May in New York City. Click here to learn more about the award and vote for Clear the Air!

We have extended the early registration window for the SMACNA Leadership Conference to April 7! Join fellow HVAC industry CEOs at this critical event, taking place Wednesday, May 6 Friday, May 8, 2026, in Washington, DC. This is a critical moment for the sheet metal industry. Congress and federal agencies are making decisions that will shape tax policy, infrastructure investment, workforce development, and prevailing wage enforcement for years to come. These policies directly affect how our contractors hire, invest, compete, and grow. SMACNAs Capitol Hill team advocates every day on behalf of our members, but nothing resonates more with lawmakers than hearing directly from contractors who run businesses, employ skilled workers, and deliver projects in their communities. Your experience gives policymakers the real-world perspective they need as they consider legislation and regulatory changes affecting our industry. This high-impact conference focuses on the federal policies most important to SMACNA contractors. It also provides an opportunity to receive training in effective advocacy techniques, followed by the chance to put those skills into action by meeting with Senators, Members of Congress, and their staff to discuss issues that matter to your company and the broader industry. And this wouldnt be a SMACNA conference without some great networking and social opportunities. We will be headed to Nationals Park for a ballgame and to Washington, DC institution - The Dubliner - for a reception. To encourage strong contractor participation, the SMAC Administrative Fund is offering a special incentive for Congressional Insiders Club (CIC) members traveling to Washington: CIC, Dual CIC, and Chairman's Club Members: $250 reimbursement Political and Premier Pacesetter Members: $500 reimbursement Platinum Pacesetter Members: $750 reimbursement This conference is an opportunity to engage with industry peers, stay informed about policy developments, and ensure the voice of SMACNA contractors is heard on Capitol Hill. If you have questions or need additional information, contact Denise Murphy McGraw, SMACNAs special assistant for political affairs at dmurphymcgraw@smacna.org . Secure your spot today and register by April 7 to receive the special early-bird rate.

Stan Kolbe, SMACNAs Executive Director of Government and Political Affairs, was recently quoted in a recent issue of Contracting Magazine. Stan discussed the impact of the Supreme Courts decision to curtail the Trump Administrations emergency tariff powers on the industry. Click here to read.