The Stan Capelli Leadership Award

Created in 2026 to honor Stan Capelli, this award is bestowed upon a deserving CAL SMACNA contractor or association manager who best exemplifies the extraordinary standards embodied by Stan —a dedicated sheet metal worker, successful contractor, and respected association director. Throughout his career, stan selflessly championed our industry, our members, and our workforce with unwavering commitment and generosity.

The qualities that defined Stan—and that give this award its deep meaning—include:

• A rare blend of old-world values and modern insight: tireless work ethic, sharp street smarts, profound industry expertise, and remarkable emotional intelligence.
• Uncompromising integrity as a good person guided by strong morals, who consistently treated others with respect, empathy, and genuine kindness in both professional and personal life.
• Passionate leadership as an enthusiastic mentor and industry advocate, always willing to step up and play whatever role was needed to advance the cause.

Above all, Stan radiated a love of life, a bright smile, a warm sense of humor, and classic humility that brought comfort and reassurance to everyone around him. Authentic and unafraid to be fully himself, he earned the profound respect and deep affection of all who knew him.

This award celebrates those who carry forward Stan Capelli’s timeless legacy of principled, compassionate, and courageous leadership in our industry.