COMING FEBRUARY 13th: 2023 Hands-On Speed Dating Availability
Tuesday, February 7, 2023 | 8:07 AM CST

This interactive version of Speed Dating only happens once every three years. Structured availability begins Monday, February 13th, and new opportunities are available. Full story
SAVE THE DATE: The 2023 MCAA Annual Online Auction Is Now Accepting Donations
Friday, February 3, 2023 | 8:00 AM CST

The MCAA is thrilled to announce that the annual auction will be back from Tuesday, April 25th through Thursday, April 27th, with pre-bedding starting on Monday, April 3rd! Full story
MCAA Announces Trimble as a Strategic Partner
Monday, January 23, 2023 | 9:00 AM CST

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is excited to announce Trimble as a strategic partner. Full story
Expand the Success of Your Business
Monday, January 23, 2023 | 8:00 AM CST

As an Association, MCAA members come together to create a scale that gives each member an edge. To take that one step further, our partnership with Savings4Members sharpens and extends that edge. Full story
How to Boost Profitability by Cutting Costs with Your MCAA Member Benefits
Monday, January 23, 2023 | 8:00 AM CST

From the independent businesses in our network to the big businesses trading on Wall Street - every business has overhead. That's a fact. Full story
U.S. Stone Industries Earns Natural Stone Sustainability Standard Certification
Wednesday, September 28, 2022 | 8:00 AM CDT

U.S. Stone Industries in Herington, KS has earned certification to the Natural Stone Sustainability Standard (ANSI/NSI 373). The company has achieved Silver status for their fabrication facility. Full story
Next Safety Leaders Meeting: August 10th, 2022 11:00 AM Central
Monday, August 1, 2022 | 8:04 AM CDT

Join us for the next MCAA Safety Leaders Meeting, which set to take place at 11:00 AM Central on Wednesday, August 10th. If you are an MCAA Member who has not yet had the opportunity to join these meetings, we recommend you don't miss out. Full story
2023 MCAA Midyear Meeting Set For The Historic Hotel Hershey
Monday, July 18, 2022 | 1:30 PM CDT

The MCAA is thrilled to announce that the historic Hotel Hershey in Hershey, Pennsylvania will serve as the site for the 2023 MCAA Midyear Meeting. We look forward to welcoming the industry to this historic and family-friendly destination. Full story
INVITE Friday, 7/22/22: Masonry Instructor Committee Kickoff Call
Monday, July 18, 2022 | 8:36 AM CDT

I wanted to extend an invite to the MCAA’s first Instructor Committee Zoom call. The call will be held THIS FRIDAY July 22nd, at 10:00 AM Central. Full story
Remembering Richard "Dick" Lauber
Thursday, July 7, 2022 | 8:07 AM CDT

The masonry community is mourning the loss of Masonry Hall of Fame Inductee Richard "Dick" Lauber, who passed away on June 18, 2022. For over six decades, Dick was integral in growing J&E Duff, Inc. and helping further the interests of the industry. Full story
ONLY 5 DAYS LEFT UNTIL THE 2022 MCAA MIDYEAR MEETING
Friday, July 1, 2022 | 8:06 AM CDT

As of this writing, the 2022 MCAA Midyear Meeting is on track to be the biggest ever, with well over 400 room nights having been reserved so far. We look forward to reconnecting with everyone. Please register ASAP if you haven't. Full story
Masonry Foundation Grant Applications Are Now Open
Wednesday, June 22, 2022 | 8:00 AM CDT

The Masonry Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization designed to help support projects that benefit the masonry industry, has opened grant applications for 2022. In 2021, The Masonry Foundation awarded $90,000 through five grants. Full story
Cultured Stone Joins the MCAA’s Strategic Partner Program
Wednesday, June 22, 2022 | 5:00 AM CDT

Cultured Stone, the company that pioneered the manufactured stone veneer category, has joined the Mason Contractors Association of America’s (MCAA) Strategic Partner Program, a program that helps brands access a robust community of masons. Full story
Eldorado Stone Joins the MCAA’s Corporate Partner Program
Wednesday, June 22, 2022 | 5:00 AM CDT

Eldorado Stone, manufacturer of the world’s most believable architectural stone veneer, has joined the Mason Contractors Association of America’s (MCAA) Corporate Partner Program. Full story
NCMCA Annual Samuel A. McGee Memorial Apprentice Masonry Skills Contest
Tuesday, May 31, 2022 | 8:05 AM CDT

A masonry apprentice from Huntley Brothers Company in Mint Hill is the Champion of the 2022 North Carolina Masonry Contractors Association (NCMCA) Annual Samuel A. McGee Masonry Apprentice Masonry Skills Contest. Full story
2022 MCAA Midyear Meeting Hotel Space Is Almost Full
Friday, May 20, 2022 | 3:24 PM CDT

The MCAA Midyear Meeting is set for August 14-18 in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin at the historic Grand Geneva Resort & Spa. As of right now, we have very limited availability remaining in our block, and it is unlikely that we will be able to secure any more Full story
Johnston And Joyner Are 2022's Masonry Hall Of Fame Inductees
Friday, May 20, 2022 | 2:15 PM CDT

The Masonry Hall of Fame was created to recognize and award those individuals who have dedicated their lives to the masonry industry. Each year, nominations are accepted to recognize individuals who have been a part of the masonry industry for 25+ years. Full story
Glen-Gery Is The Newest MCAA Corporate Partner
Monday, April 25, 2022 | 8:38 AM CDT

The Mason Contractors Association of America is thrilled to welcome leading material supplier Glen-Gery as its newest Corporate Partner. Glen-Gery is now a part of the $28 billion masonry industry’s largest promotional effort. Full story
Alert: OSHA's National Emphasis Program On Indoor + Outdoor Heat
Friday, April 15, 2022 | 8:07 AM CDT

OSHA has released a new National Emphasis Program (NEP) on outdoor and indoor heat. The program went into effect on April 8 of this year and will remain in effect for three years. Full story
Midyear 2022: Announcing The Chairman's After-Hours Presented By Glen-Gery And Brickworks
Monday, April 11, 2022 | 3:22 PM CDT

We are thrilled to announce a new event during the 2022 MCAA Midyear Meeting from August 14-18 in Lake Geneva, WI. This year's attendees will be treated to a Chairman's After-Hours Party courtesy of our supporters at Glen-Gery and Brickworks. Full story