SMART Heroes to graduate veterans into workforce
Program celebrated first year, sixth class Aug. 27 Fifteen members of the United States military graduated as the sixth class of the SMART Heroes program Aug. 27 at the Western…
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Inaugural SMART Heroes Program puts military veterans to work
Being discharged from the military can be exciting, but the unknowns and uncertainties of civilian life can also be scary. Luckily for eight U.S. military soon-to-be-veterans, as well as many…
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SMACNA president focuses on mentorship
Joseph Lansdell wants apprentices to benefit from others’ perspectives GREENWOOD, Ind. – Back when Joseph Lansdell, president of Indiana-based Poynter Sheet Metal Inc., was a sheet metal apprentice and college…
Read MoreSafety Survey releases lowest number in a decade
Safety culture an important partnership between contractors, union CHANTILLY, Va. – Contractors belonging to Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA) reported the lowest experience modification rate (EMR)…
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Imagine Communications wins Pinnacle, Award of Excellence during 20th annual Pinnacle Awards
HENDERSON, Nev. — Henderson, Nevada-based Imagine Communications was recognized in two categories during the Public Relations Society of America – Las Vegas Chapter’s 20th annual Pinnacle Awards Nov. 2 at the…
Read MoreSheet metal training centers welcome public, politicians on day honoring SMART’s 125th year
The year 1888 was a notable one: Congress created the Department of Labor, Van Gogh cut off his left ear, Tchaikovsky’s “Fifth Symphony” premiered, Jack the Ripper terrorized London, the…
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