About the Fund

John Daniel assumed the position of SMART General Secretary-Treasurer on July 1, 2024.

Daniel has steadfastly served SMART members for more than 30 years. Since entering the industry in 1991, he has been a sheet metal fabricator and installer, an instructor, organizer, business representative, financial secretary-treasurer and most recently the president/business manager for Local 265.

Daniel’s career path has provided him with a well-rounded perspective of the sheet metal industry and the challenges facing the unionized sector. Having an open mind and being an active listener, leveraging assets both financial and relational, employing technology to not only capture more work opportunities but to attract the next generation of trades men and women — these are only a few of his priorities. Daniel is a trustee on both local and national plans, and he received his bachelor’s degree in labor studies from the National Labor College.