SMACNA’s College of Fellows to Induct Tony Adolfs

We are proud to announce that Tony Adolfs, executive vice president of SMACNA Greater Chicago, will be inducted into SMACNA’s College of Fellows later this year.

A graduate of Northern Illinois University in Dekalb, Tony’s successful career in the sheet metal industry began as the safety director of the Chicagoland Sheet Metal Contractors Association in the fall of 1991. He was promoted five years later, orchestrated a merger between the Northern Illinois and Chicagoland associations to form SMACNA Greater Chicago, and has elevated the Chicagoland sheet metal industry as a chapter executive ever since.

As part of his position, Tony serves on a number of local committees and represents SMACNA Greater Chicago on a national level, including involvement on the Standard Form of Union Agreement (SFUA) Article X Management Panel.

“Tony has dedicated his entire career to the advancement of our industry through SMACNA Greater Chicago, and our chapter is one of the largest and most successful in the country because of his efforts,” said Joe Passannante, vice president of operations at Cleats Manufacturing Co. “Tony’s colleagues have recognized his efforts, which led him to receive the Chapter Executive of the Year Award in 2015. From the time I became a director through my current role as association president, Tony has always been on top of his game, helping make all of our initiatives and events a success. The College of Fellows induction is a top honor in our industry and Tony is highly deserving of this honor.”

Membership in SMACNA’s College of Fellows is reserved for top industry professionals who have made significant contributions to advance the sheet metal industry, capping years of committed service and dedication. Congratulations, Tony!