Committees/Councils

SMART International Women’s Committee

The SMART International Women’s Committee was created to support, promote and advocate for women in the sheet metal industry. The committee works on programming at the annual Tradeswomen Build Nations (TWBN) conference, informational webinars, networking and mentoring, SMART Women Trivia Nights and organizing a variety of activities around Women in Construction Week each year, among other projects. The SMART International Women’s Committee can be reached at SMARTSisters@smart-union.org.

Belonging and Excellence for All Committee (BE4ALL)

A Joint Effort of SMART, SMACNA and the ITI

SMART has long been committed to creating an environment of welcoming, belonging and excellence for all of our members.  However, SMART recognizes that not all individuals and groups are situated the same, with the same access to resources and opportunities. Therefore, the Belonging and Excellence for All (BE4ALL) effort is a targeted approach to ensure that all members, particularly those from historically underrepresented groups, experience these universal goals. Read more >

RISE Committee

The SMART and SMACNA RISE (Respect, Integrity, Support, Empowerment) Committees were formed in late 2023. The two committees collaborate on resources to improve recruitment and retainment in the sheet metal industry. 

The committee is a people of color-centered collective dedicated to creating a welcoming space for Black, Latino/Hispanic, Asian, Indigenous, people of color, LGBTQ+, other historically marginalized groups, and allies. Learn more here.

Production Workers and Sign Council

The SMART Production Workers and Sign Council works to improve the lives and working conditions of SMART members working in the production, signage and graphics industry.

The council’s mission is to empower SMART members by providing resources, best practices and networking opportunities that foster professional growth and sustainable practices. The council advocates for industry standards and champions the value of quality signage as a vital component of effective communication and branding. Together, members of the council strive to enhance the visibility and reputation of SMART members while contributing positively to the communities we serve.

Roofing and Building Enclosure Council

The SMART Roofing & Building Enclosure Council works to improve the lives and working conditions of SMART members working in roofing and architectural sheet metal.

By utilizing education, collaboration, marketing development, resources, and the capabilities and capacity of SMART members and signatory contractors, the council aims to ensure our union is recognized as a key leader in the roofing and building enclosure sectors. As these areas of work become ever more vital to communities across North America, the council envisions a future where local unions and signatory contractors continue to grow and retain market share, improving the lives of members working in those industries.

Recruitment and Retention Council

This is a critical moment in the movement for equality, equity and justice in both of our countries, and SMART can lead the way. When we welcome and support members from communities that are currently underrepresented in our membership, our union only becomes stronger.

The Recruitment and Retention Council was formed to create an action plan for locals to recruit, retain and include diverse groups in our organization; to ensure workplace equality within our industries; and to promote respect, inclusion and safe, non-hostile work environments at all levels within SMART.

The council provides us with an opportunity to come together as one organization, have these necessary conversations and collectively work on these important issues.

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