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Federated Mutual Insurance Company joins MCAA Strategic Partner Program

Words: Mason ContractorsThe Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is proud to welcome Federated Mutual Insurance Company as its newest Strategic Partner.

Since 1904, Federated has protected businesses through valuable insurance and risk management services. Policyholders have access to a wealth of risk management resources focused on employee training, estate planning, business continuation, workplace safety, human resources, and many other loss prevention topics. Rated A+ (Superior) by A.M. Best Company® and recommended by hundreds of national and state associations, Federated Insurance believes its value is measured by your success.

Federated Mutual Insurance Company joins MCAA’s Strategic Partners Amerimix, Echelon Masonry, EZG Manufacturing, Fraco Products, Hohmann and Barnard, Inc., iQ Power Tools, Kennison Forest Products, Mortar Net Solutions, Inc., Non-Stop Scaffolding, Pullman Ermator, SPEC MIX, Inc., Stabila, and Tradesmen's Software, Inc.

The MCAA Strategic Partner Program allows suppliers to reach out to contractors through a large variety of methods including promotion throughout MCAA publications and events. To learn more, visit www.masoncontractors.org/strategicpartner.

The MCAA looks forward to working with Federated Mutual Insurance Company.
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