PALM SPRINGS, Calif. - The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association Inc. (SMACNA), an international trade association representing 4,500 contributing contractor firms, met at the J.W. Marriott Resort and Spa, Palm Springs, Calif. for its 62nd annual convention. In an effort to address the multifaceted capabilities and expertise of its membership, SMACNA created four specialty forums designed for architectural, HVAC, residential, and industrial contractors.
Additional business and education sessions spotlighted a wide variety of topics including safety, legislation, and labor productivity. National television broadcaster and NFL sports personality Terry Bradshaw and senior news analyst Cokie Roberts added their celebrity insights during keynote presentations. The final night's entertainment was provided by Credence Clearwater Revisited.