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Listen to the latest Emerging Leaders Podcast

Mar 4, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Garrett Montrone from Western Sheet Metal talks about his industry journey and how he used his experience from Goldman Sachs to improve his family’s sheet metal business.

2026 Â鶹Èë¿Ú Annual Convention: Call for Proposals

Mar 4, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

Each year, the Â鶹Èë¿Ú Annual Convention delivers forward-thinking, practical education designed to help contractors strengthen their businesses, develop their people, and stay ahead in a rapidly changing industry.

Hotel Deadline for Fab Forum Fast Approaching!

Mar 4, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

March 11 is the last day to book your stay at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago for the top event for Â鶹Èë¿Ú professionals looking to know more about the world of fabrication.

Sign Up for Executive News Brief

Mar 4, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Subscribe to Â鶹Èë¿Ú’s free news product to learn more about the critical stakeholders and events shaping our industry.

National Safety Council Publishes Article on Union CEO Leading the Way on Safety

Mar 4, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

John Mascaro, CEO of Union Construction Firm Mascaro Construction, talks about his company’s best practices when it comes to safety.

Feb 26, 2026 |1 min read — Media Mention

Skilled labor shortages, evolving labor laws, technological shifts, and legislative advocacy define the current landscape of Â鶹Èë¿Ú chapters

Support Our Industry. Join SMACPAC Today

Feb 25, 2026 |1 min read — State Legislative

Your membership strengthens Â鶹Èë¿Ú’s voice in Washington and in state capitols across the country.

Illinois Advances Statewide Zoning Reform

Feb 25, 2026 |1 min read — State Legislative

Governor J.B. Pritzker has proposed new statewide zoning standards to expand the housing supply.

States Lead Legal Challenge to DOE Clean Energy Funding Cuts

Feb 25, 2026 |2 min read — State Legislative

13 state attorneys general challenged the termination of nearly $8 billion in federal clean energy and infrastructure funding previously authorized under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).

Read FAQs on Tariff Impacts on Materials Costs

Feb 25, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Document will assist members understand and navigate the current uncertain climate surrounding tariffs.

Partners in Progress: Advancing Registered Apprenticeships at the State and Local Level

Feb 25, 2026 |2 min read — State Legislative

SMART and Â鶹Èë¿Ú recently collaborated on a joint session on this topic at the recent conference in Orlando.

Listen to the First Two Episodes of our Emerging Leaders Podcast Series

Feb 25, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Devon Madon and Ernie Menold are featured in our podcast series highlighting some of the younger voices in our association, their experiences and detailing their industry journey!

Chris Grady Named as Â鶹Èë¿Ú’S Manager of Partnerships & Sponsorships

Feb 25, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Veteran sales management professional with two decades of experience will take the lead on several of Â鶹Èë¿Ú’s key initiatives, including our Premier Partners and Associate Member program.

Last Chance to Apply For a College of Fellows Scholarship!

Feb 25, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Applications for scholarships must be received or postmarked by this Friday, February 28, 2026.

Â鶹Èë¿Ú Leadership Conference Registration Now Open!

Feb 25, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Successor to the CEA National Issues Conference focuses on key regulatory and legislative issues important to Â鶹Èë¿Ú contractors

Take A Look At Â鶹Èë¿Ú’s New Website Chatbot

Feb 25, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

New tool will help members quickly find information, access resources, and navigate Â鶹Èë¿Ú programs.

Make A Plan to Attend the 2026 Management Trustee Training

Feb 25, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Program will equip management trustees with a clear understanding of their fiduciary responsibilities.

New Class of Project Management Institute Graduates Ready to Lead!

Feb 25, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

Congratulations to the newest Project Management Institute (PMI) graduates who completed the program February 8–11, 2026, in Fort Worth, TX.

Will AI Really Replace Software?

Feb 25, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

In the past few weeks, stocks in major software companies have taken a hit, and anxiety continues to grow that these businesses are threatened by AI. As with many things in the AI world, a molehill of truth has turned into a mountain of hype.

Â鶹Èë¿Ú Premier Partner Interview: Federated Insurance

Feb 18, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

Dave Szymanski from Â鶹Èë¿Ú's Premier Partner talks about some of their core product offerings and why input from Â鶹Èë¿Ú contractors is so important to their business line.