Convention & trade show
Join us in the Heart of America - Kansas City, MO
May 5-8, 2026
May 5-8, 2026
Convention & trade show
Get Ready for the 2026 SEAA Convention & Trade Show!
Registration opens soon — and big things are coming.
We’re thrilled to announce that SEAA is launching an all-new event platform that will take your Convention & Trade Show experience to the next level — for both Attendees and Exhibitors alike.
The new platform goes live early December 2025, making it easier than ever to connect, explore, and get the most out of SEAA’s premier event. Keep scrolling to get a sneak peek of what we have lined up.
Join the waitlist today to be among the first notified when registration officially opens to the public!
We’re thrilled to announce that SEAA is launching an all-new event platform that will take your Convention & Trade Show experience to the next level — for both Attendees and Exhibitors alike.
The new platform goes live early December 2025, making it easier than ever to connect, explore, and get the most out of SEAA’s premier event. Keep scrolling to get a sneak peek of what we have lined up.
Join the waitlist today to be among the first notified when registration officially opens to the public!
2026 Convention Preview Experience
MEMBERS ARE REWARDED FOR THEIR LOYALTY
Take advantage of discounts by joining today. Call 571-331-3361 or email William Hutabarat at [email protected], Director of Membership & Business Development, with questions about Membership.
Take advantage of discounts by joining today. Call 571-331-3361 or email William Hutabarat at [email protected], Director of Membership & Business Development, with questions about Membership.
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Wednesday, May 6
Insider’s Guide to SEAA
This session is for contractors and suppliers. From the jobsite to the boardroom, SEAA is here to equip crews, managers, and owners connect with vendors, find training and business resources, and build relationships to create lasting impact on the steel industry. If you’re wondering how to get the most out of SEAA membership, consider this session your guide to tapping free or low-cost benefits to help you manage or market your business.
Erectors using AI from Bid Day to Topping Out
Forward-thinking companies are leveraging AI to transform workflows, increasing capacity and productivity. This panel discussion led by Chris Legnon, Cooper Steel’s VP of Technology, will touch on strategies for adoption and managing risk during implementation.
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The Employee Benefits Game Show
Inspired by the “Price is Right,” this lively session makes understanding the latest trends in employee benefits fun. Learn about healthcare costs, price transparency, benchmarking employee benefits, and how to leverage data to make decisions.
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Mass Timber Momentum: Expanding Opportunities for Steel Erectors
Available as Virtual Session
Mass timber is a rapidly emerging segment of the construction market, creating opportunities for contractors and erectors nationwide. This moderated panel will feature SEAA members who have successfully expanded their services to include mass timber construction. Panelists will share how they leveraged training, partnerships, and industry resources to support their transition and strengthen their competitive edge. Attendees will gain practical insights and actionable steps for entering the mass timber market.
Workforce Development Strategies for Recruitment and Retention
The investment in structured, skills-based training directly correlates with retention, jobsite safety, and workforce quality. This panel explores how training linked with career advancement attracts and retains underrepresented groups, including women. Panelists, led by Kate Ouellette, Sales & Marketing Manager for GWY, will dig into fresh industry data showing that companies providing structured training see higher retention (84%), stronger recruitment pipelines.
BREAKOUT:
The Financial PM: Transforming Project Managers into Cash Flow Champions
Today, the jobsite and the balance sheet need to be more connected than ever. Yet, many subcontractors are missing a key link: project managers (PMs) who are empowered to influence cash flow. PMs sit at the intersection of job progress, customer relationships, and billing, giving them unique insight into the factors that speed up or stall payment. Learn how to make financial awareness a core part of the PM role, with clear protocols, smarter workflows, and stronger alignment between field and finance.
BREAKOUT:
How Leaders Drive Results
We often hear the mantra: “Results drive business.” But as business managers, how do we drive results? Intentional methodology is key. How can managers make sure those methods are sustainable. This session will push attendees to adopt strong leadership principles into their day-today practices.
This session is for contractors and suppliers. From the jobsite to the boardroom, SEAA is here to equip crews, managers, and owners connect with vendors, find training and business resources, and build relationships to create lasting impact on the steel industry. If you’re wondering how to get the most out of SEAA membership, consider this session your guide to tapping free or low-cost benefits to help you manage or market your business.
Erectors using AI from Bid Day to Topping Out
Forward-thinking companies are leveraging AI to transform workflows, increasing capacity and productivity. This panel discussion led by Chris Legnon, Cooper Steel’s VP of Technology, will touch on strategies for adoption and managing risk during implementation.
BREAKOUT:
The Employee Benefits Game Show
Inspired by the “Price is Right,” this lively session makes understanding the latest trends in employee benefits fun. Learn about healthcare costs, price transparency, benchmarking employee benefits, and how to leverage data to make decisions.
BREAKOUT:
Mass Timber Momentum: Expanding Opportunities for Steel Erectors
Available as Virtual Session
Mass timber is a rapidly emerging segment of the construction market, creating opportunities for contractors and erectors nationwide. This moderated panel will feature SEAA members who have successfully expanded their services to include mass timber construction. Panelists will share how they leveraged training, partnerships, and industry resources to support their transition and strengthen their competitive edge. Attendees will gain practical insights and actionable steps for entering the mass timber market.
Workforce Development Strategies for Recruitment and Retention
The investment in structured, skills-based training directly correlates with retention, jobsite safety, and workforce quality. This panel explores how training linked with career advancement attracts and retains underrepresented groups, including women. Panelists, led by Kate Ouellette, Sales & Marketing Manager for GWY, will dig into fresh industry data showing that companies providing structured training see higher retention (84%), stronger recruitment pipelines.
BREAKOUT:
The Financial PM: Transforming Project Managers into Cash Flow Champions
Today, the jobsite and the balance sheet need to be more connected than ever. Yet, many subcontractors are missing a key link: project managers (PMs) who are empowered to influence cash flow. PMs sit at the intersection of job progress, customer relationships, and billing, giving them unique insight into the factors that speed up or stall payment. Learn how to make financial awareness a core part of the PM role, with clear protocols, smarter workflows, and stronger alignment between field and finance.
BREAKOUT:
How Leaders Drive Results
We often hear the mantra: “Results drive business.” But as business managers, how do we drive results? Intentional methodology is key. How can managers make sure those methods are sustainable. This session will push attendees to adopt strong leadership principles into their day-today practices.
Thursday, May 7
Project of the Year Panel Discussion
Prepare to be amazed! With new categories for rebar projects plus structural steel and miscellaneous metals, there will be much to learn from your colleagues who overcame common jobsite planning and execution challenges.
Practical Cyber Security for Construction
Available as Virtual Session
Handling sensitive client information, online accounts, and mobile devices, while keeping information secure can be a challenge. This session will provide practical tips for securing essential workplace tools and for using digital integrations to work smarter.
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Workplace Safety and OSHA: Avoiding Costly Mistakes
Get ready for an interactive Safety Pop Quiz. OSHA investigations are on the rise and general contractors are demanding lower MOD rates. Attendees will be challenged to evaluate key safety decisions involving excavation depths, fall protection, rigging, and ladder use. As attendees vote, you’ll see in real-time how much in OSHA fines the room accumulates, and you’ll leave with practical strategies to reduce risk, avoid penalties, and improve safety culture.
Breakout:
Bolting & RCSC – Updates, Compliance, and Best Practices
This panel discussion moderated by Todd Alwood, VP Membership & Certification for AISC, explores bolting practices and includes info on updates to the RCSC (Research Council on Structural Connections) standards—critical components of structural steel erection. This session brings together leading experts to provide clarification on your bolting question.
Prepare to be amazed! With new categories for rebar projects plus structural steel and miscellaneous metals, there will be much to learn from your colleagues who overcame common jobsite planning and execution challenges.
Practical Cyber Security for Construction
Available as Virtual Session
Handling sensitive client information, online accounts, and mobile devices, while keeping information secure can be a challenge. This session will provide practical tips for securing essential workplace tools and for using digital integrations to work smarter.
Breakout:
Workplace Safety and OSHA: Avoiding Costly Mistakes
Get ready for an interactive Safety Pop Quiz. OSHA investigations are on the rise and general contractors are demanding lower MOD rates. Attendees will be challenged to evaluate key safety decisions involving excavation depths, fall protection, rigging, and ladder use. As attendees vote, you’ll see in real-time how much in OSHA fines the room accumulates, and you’ll leave with practical strategies to reduce risk, avoid penalties, and improve safety culture.
Breakout:
Bolting & RCSC – Updates, Compliance, and Best Practices
This panel discussion moderated by Todd Alwood, VP Membership & Certification for AISC, explores bolting practices and includes info on updates to the RCSC (Research Council on Structural Connections) standards—critical components of structural steel erection. This session brings together leading experts to provide clarification on your bolting question.
Friday, May 8
PEER GROUP 1:
Mentorship and Employee Retention
PEER GROUP 2:
Company Culture and Service Excellence
Mentorship and Employee Retention
PEER GROUP 2:
Company Culture and Service Excellence
Excursions
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George R. Pocock Memorial Golf Tournament
May 5, 2026
Tiffany Greens Golf Club 5900 NW Tiffany Springs Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64152 $275 per golfer Fee includes green fees, cart, breakfast, snack, and drinks. Registration Deadline: April 15 
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Pickleball Tournament
May 5, 2026
Chicken N Pickle 1761 Burlington, North Kansas City, MO 64116 $200 per player $65 per spectator Registration Deadline: April 15 
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Fundraiser: Boom Lift Ball Drop
The Boom Lift Ball Drop, sponsored by United Rentals, is SEAA’s semi-annual fundraiser to support Safety & Education projects. The raffle is split 50/50 with the winner. Funds are used to award grants to World Class winners of the Training Excellence Award and to develop educational materials for members. Buy $10 tickets during the Golf and Pickleball Tournaments, during the Trade Show, or when you Register for the Event. |
sponsorship options
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GOLF TOURNAMENT
Tent....$1,500
Lunch....$1,200 Logo Golf Balls....$1,200 Beverage Cart....$1,200 Longest Drive....$300 Closest To The Pin....$300 Putting Contest....$300 Hole-In-One....$300 1st Place Team....$800 2nd Place Team....$600 3rd Place Team....$400 4th Place Team....$200 Tee/Hole....$200 
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PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT
Lunch....$1,200
Logo Visors....$1,200 Beverages....$800 Courts & Equipment....$100 1st Place Team....$400 2nd Place Team....$300 3rd Place Team....$200 
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MEMBERS ARE REWARDED FOR THEIR LOYALTY
Take advantage of discounts by joining today. Call 571-331-3361 or email William Hutabarat at [email protected], Director of Membership & Business Development, with questions about Membership.
Take advantage of discounts by joining today. Call 571-331-3361 or email William Hutabarat at [email protected], Director of Membership & Business Development, with questions about Membership.
