Member Update

Published each Wednesday, the Member Update provides all �鶹�� members with a combination of �鶹�� National news and legislative updates, as well as industry information of note.

�鶹�� Convention Interview: Shasta Erickson

Jan 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about some of the best practices for maintaining a strong labor/management relationship and how this can translate into meaningful outcomes
Travis Voss Featured in PHCP Pros Article

Jan 15, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

�鶹��’s Director of Innovative Technology and Fabrication talks about how to make deliberate technology choices for your business in an ever-changing climate.
�鶹�� Convention Interview: Joe Samia

Jan 8, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

The newly installed �鶹�� Vice President talks about his industry journey and the goals he would like to accomplish during his term on the executive committee.
�鶹�� Convention Interview: RISE Committee

Jan 8, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Carmen Koo and Angie Simon sit down with Seth Lennon to talk about the RISE Committee’s mission of building new opportunities for business leaders throughout �鶹��.
�鶹�� Convention Interview - A Discussion On Artificial Intelligence (Travis Voss)

Jan 8, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

�鶹��'s Director of Innovative Technology & Fabrication discusses the state of Artificial Intelligence and its potential impact on the construction industry.
Hire, Retain, and Develop Future Leaders

Jan 8, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

See how a focus on three relationships (employees, customers, and partners) within your organization positively impacts the total operations.
Welcome Aedo – Our New Bronze Associate Member

Jan 8, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

Learn about how their business improvement consultancy helps construction companies unlock “trapped data” to streamline operations, reduce waste, and improve visibility.
Final Call to Register for A Brave New World!

Jan 8, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

This session, focusing on the 2025 Political Climate, will feature discussion on what the new political climate has in store for �鶹�� and what contractors need to know moving forward.
�鶹�� Unveils Innovator of the Year Nominees

Jan 8, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

The award recognizes an industry pioneer from a �鶹�� member who champions innovation and continuous improvement across their company and the industry to be recognized at the 2025 MEP Innovation Conference.
Register for the 2025 MEP Innovation Conference!

Jan 8, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Members will receive a hotel link to reserve a hotel room at our special attendee rate.
Fab Forum Early Bird Registration Closes January 10!

Jan 8, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Event will feature a tour of Boston-based McCusker-Gill along with opportunities to network and grow your fabrication knowledge base.
Toolbox Talk: Working Well with Non-Union Workers from other Trades

Dec 18, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Learn more about how to interact with non-union colleagues in a manner that promotes a culture of excellence and professionalism.
�鶹�� Convention Interview: Aaron Hilger

Dec 18, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

�鶹��’s CEO sits down with Seth Lennon to talk about the past year and what lies ahead of the Association in 2025.
ITI Accepting Resumes for Assistant to the Administrator position

Dec 18, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

This new role will assist the Administrator in the day-to-day operations of the fund and will interact with and assign tasks to staff as directed by the Administrator. They will report directly to the Administrator and will be required to research
Regulation of the Month: FLSA Salary Threshold: Blocked

Dec 18, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Federal Judge has blocked the Department of Labor’s rule that would have raised the salary threshold for exempting employees.
Watch ‘How �鶹�� Contractors Can Help Bridge the Labor Gap’

Dec 18, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

�鶹�� Past-President, Angie Simon explains how your company can participate in the Heavy Metal Summer Experience.
Supporting Your Well-being: Mental Health Resources for the Holiday Season

Dec 18, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) releases an annual holiday toolkit that has resources all in one place to help you help yourself, your family members and your co-workers through the holiday season and beyond.
Register for the 2025 Safety and Health Conference

Dec 18, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

Event unites safety professionals from across the construction industry to address and explore both challenges and emerging opportunities in safety.
Please complete �鶹��’s Annual Labor Report Survey

Dec 18, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

Please complete a brief survey aimed at capturing the key information most utilized by �鶹�� in preparing, budgeting and project planning for the upcoming calendar year.
Read the Draft Amendment to the Local Union Health Plan

Dec 18, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

Take a moment to review draft recommended language from ITI regarding health plan coverage for local union members transitioning to staff at SMART, ITI, NEMI, and SMOHIT.