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SMART Women are leading the way in the North American construction trades when it comes to changing and modernizing the workplace.  Visit here to find updates and news about the value SMART Women are bringing to the jobsite and to the labor movement.  

Current title/position? Apprentice, Local 285

  1. Local and Location L.U. 104 - Northern & Central California.

The following three enries were winners of the recent SMART Women's Committee member photo contest.  Click on the link to view the image:

This video stars SMART Local 17 member Shamiaih Turner who shows how to make a new drink called "the Riveter's Revel."
Take her mixology tips and use them (with some extra ingredients for those over 21) and bring your beverages to SMART Women's Happy Hour this Saturday March 13 from 4pm to 6pm Eastern. All SMART sisters are welcome.

This video, featuring Executive Chef Lacy Larsen (Pacific Coast Fruit Company), shows viewers how to make three different meals out of one pot of whole chicken.

Inspired by Women In Construction Week, SMART celebrates women members with a special series of events, starting today. Watch this important kickoff video, with messages from Union and industry leaders, woman leaders and a preview of events this week.

SMART will be celebrating Women In Construction Week with a full slate of events.  Please see below for events you can take part in.

Inspired by Women In Construction Week, SMART celebrates women members with a special series of events, starting today. Watch this important kickoff video, with messages from Union and industry leaders, woman leaders and a preview of events this week.

SMART will be celebrating Women In Construction Week with a full slate of events.  Please see below for events you can take part in.

Meet Danielle N. Wilson           

Current title/position?

Sheet metal, currently in the field industrial HVAC

Years in the trade?

3 ½ years

What unique strengths do you bring to your trade?

Always wanting to learn and advance my career

What do you love to do when you are not at work?

 Spend time with my family

Current title/position? Sheet Metal General Foreman/ Sheet Metal Shop General Foreman

Years in the trade? 25 Years

What unique strengths do you bring to your trade? Creativity. The ability to see the big picture, break down the steps, visualize the flow of work, and prioritize.

What do you love to do when you’re not at work? Camping with my family, riding my motorcycle, and kayaking.