Report of the MCAA South of 40 Committee

Words: Imani Brodie

Mission Statement

The mission of the South of 40 is to provide members the opportunity to learn, to become more involved, and introduce a youthful voice into the masonry industry. We will accomplish this by fostering lasting relationships, encouraging new ideas, and educating the leaders of tomorrow with the objective of increasing the masonry market share and ensuring our industry is as solid as the products we promote.

Mini-Conference at 2014 Legislative Convention

  • Either the 1st or 2nd Week of May 2014
  • Planning will begin once Legislative Convention dates are finalized
  • Will attempt to merge events with the NCMA Young Professionals Group

WOM Social Event


The MCAA’s South of 40 annual fundraising event will be held Tuesday, January 21, 2014 at Bahama Breeze. Proceeds from this event will benefit The Masonry Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, and will be distributed to programs that help support masonry education, research, and training. Tickets will be available to purchase at the door.

  • Sponsorship Success!
    • $4,500 in Sponsorship + $2,000 Shirt Sponsorship from SPEC MIX, Inc.

Committee

  • Working to re-engage South of 40 Members
    • Currently have over 40 “members” in across 24 states, but a majority of those members are not active.
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