Paul Odom

November always has me thinking about the many things I have to be thankful for. I have a great family, friends, and have had a good career in the masonry industry that has provided a great life for us. Full story

The MCAA Midyear Meeting just finished and, as I sit in the airport with my lovely bride, Susie, I”m reflecting on all the great things that happened this week. Full story

I just returned from our annual Texas Masonry Council (TMC) Convention in The Woodlands, Texas. I am always fortunate to be a part of such a great organization. Full story

I had the opportunity a couple of weeks back to go to the SkillsUSA National Competition. It is always a fantastic event and I am constantly amazed by the talent we see out there. Full story

Susie and I just returned from the 2019 Masonry Industry Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C. Although it was primarily a work trip for us, we also had a fantastic time. Full story

As I write this message, it is National Safety Week, and our company is gearing up to have a Safety Stand-Down. Full story

I had the honor of being invited to attend the NCMCA convention in Charleston, N.C. I was so fortunate to be surrounded by so many leaders in the masonry industry. Full story

It’s April and we’re starting to gear up for the upcoming MCAA Legislative Conference. It is May 14-16, 2019 in Washington, D.C. It’s a great opportunity to make a difference. Full story

Luck doesn’t get you all that far in life. Many times, the choices you make are what get you to where you are. Full story

I always equate February as the month of love. I’ll start with the love of the industry. I love masonry of all kinds. Full story

Today I’m gearing up for the first CMU check-off meetings. As I said in my previous Message, I’m very excited that we have an opportunity to use this funding to implement, develop, and manage programs desperately needed. Full story

As I write this, the leaves are falling, and cooler weather has finally come to Texas and I am starting to see production pick up with the break from the heat. These are the days that I love to be out on a job. Full story

It’s been a week and a half now since we had the MCAA Midyear Meeting in Austin, Texas and I’m still thinking about the fun times we had and processing all the information I got from the meetings. Full story

As I sit down to write this today, the message that Jeff stepped in to write for me last month came up, along with the picture of me with my father. I’m reminded how fortunate I was to have had him for as long as I did. Full story

As I write this month’s message, I’m still thinking about how AMAZING the National SkillsUSA contest was. Full story

I have worked with the staff over at the MCAA office to offer every reader who is not a member of MCAA the opportunity to join the MCAA at 50% off your first year’s dues. Full story

On May 14th, approximately 35 of us met in Washington D.C. for the MCAA's annual Masonry Industry Legislative Conference. Full story

As a mason when I travel I am always looking at masonry buildings. NYC is an amazing place to see the beauty of masonry. Full story

The Legislative Conference is May 15th through 17th. The conference is a great way to let your representative know what they can do to help you and the masonry industry. Full story

MCAA and our industry looks bright and I am excited about all the opportunities out there. Full story