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Be ‘in tune’ with workers to assess their well-being, presenters say

It’s critical to know employees in order to spot warning signs when one is struggling with mental health issues, said presenters at the ASSP Conference + Expo last month. Construction Dive

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Mark your Calendars: 2026 MEP Innovation Conference

Save the date for the 2026 MEP Innovation Conference, an exciting collaboration between NECA, SMACNA and MCAA! Mark your calendars for January 26-28, 2025, as we connect at the Austin Marriott Downtown for this premier event in the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing industries. Registration will open August 25!

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Latest Edition of Inside Washington

From Capitol Hill to the construction site, NECA is making moves. This month’s Inside Washington spotlights the 2025 NECA NextGen Fly-In, where twelve emerging leaders sharpened their advocacy skills in D.C. and met face-to-face with lawmakers. Plus, get the latest on the Trump administration’s new trade deals with the EU and Japan — and what a major copper tariff hike could mean for our industry.

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Innovation Institute: Murray Cohort Kickoff

Meet the Murray Cohort, the newest cohort of NECA's Innovation Institute! Last week, these 10 forward-thinking industry leaders launched their yearlong journey towards shifting and shaping their innovative mindsets. These rising trailblazers will dive into workshops on iterative design, networking, political advocacy, and critical thinking, as they prepare to shape the future of the construction industry.

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Start the Countdown for NECA 2025!

We can't wait to see you all in Chicago! NECA's trade show has now reached over 400 exhibitors ready to provide you with solutions to every business challenge. Start preparing your personalized education schedule by creating an account and favoriting your sessions on necaconvention.org. Plus, make sure to text NECA to 771-999-6322 to sign up for on-site text updates!

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