ONLY 5 DAYS LEFT UNTIL THE 2022 MCAA MIDYEAR MEETING
Friday, July 1, 2022 | 8:06 AM CDT
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
Now Open For Pre-Bidding: MCAA Annual Online Auction
Monday, April 4, 2022 | 8:00 AM CDT
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The MCAA Annual Online Auction is now open for pre-bidding and "buy it now" options. The official online auction opens on April 26 and runs through April 28. Register and start bidding now! Full story
Richard "Dick" Felice Honored By The Masonry Institute of Iowa
Monday, March 28, 2022 | 8:55 AM CDT
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On Tuesday March 22, 2022, the Masonry Institute of Iowa honored member Richard “Dick” Felice on his retirement. Full story
2022 LAKE GENEVA MIDYEAR MEETING REGISTRATION IS OPEN
Tuesday, March 15, 2022 | 8:36 AM CDT
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We are pleased to announce that registration for our 2022 MCAA Midyear Meeting is now open. The meeting is set to take place from August 14-18 in Lake Geneva, WI. Please register as quickly as possible. Full story
NEW EVENT For The 2022 Midyear Meeting: Sunset Dinner Cruise
Monday, March 7, 2022 | 9:42 AM CST
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We are thrilled to announce a new, included event for all attendees of the 2022 MCAA Midyear Meeting that will allow us all to enjoy Lake Geneva. On the evening of Tuesday, August 16th, our new Sunset Dinner Cruise will push off from the dock! Full story
Nominations Open: 2022 Safety Advantage Awards Sponsored By Federated Insurance
Friday, March 4, 2022 | 10:30 AM CST
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Nominations are now open for the 2022 Safety Advantage Awards Presented By Federated Insurance. The awards are given out each year to those who submit the lowest incident rates for their respective companies. Full story
Nominations Are Now Open: 2022 Masonry Hall of Fame Presented By SOLA
Thursday, March 3, 2022 | 2:05 PM CST
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Nominations are now open for the Masonry Hall of Fame Presented By SOLA's Class Of 2022. Do you know a business leader who has dedicated their life to the masonry industry? Then nominate them! Nominations close at midnight on April 20, 2022. Full story
New Midyear Meeting Sponsorships Announced
Tuesday, February 22, 2022 | 10:30 AM CST
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Given the unprecedented interest in the 2022 MCAA Midyear Meeting's Speed Dating availability causing an early sellout, we are announcing all remaining Midyear Meeting sponsorships today. Full story
2022 Midyear Meeting Website Is Now Live
Friday, February 18, 2022 | 8:08 AM CST
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Fresh off the news that our 2022 Speed Dating event has sold out with regard to participating companies, we are happy to announce that our Midyear Meeting website is now live at midyear.masoncontractors.org. Full story
SOLD OUT: All 2022 Speed Dating Spots Reserved
Friday, February 18, 2022 | 8:04 AM CST
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All 2022 MCAA Speed Dating Spots for the Midyear Meeting have been taken. STABILA has taken the Golden Breakfast Sponsorship. New, high-impact sponsorship opportunities will be announced next week. Full story
SOLA Sponsors The 2022 Masonry Hall of Fame Awards Ceremony And Closing Dinner
Monday, February 14, 2022 | 2:39 PM CST
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The MCAA is proud to announce that Strategic Partner, SOLA, will serve as the sole sponsor of the Masonry Hall of Fame for the second year in a row. In 2021, SOLA served as the sole sponsor of the event at the Midyear Meeting in Memphis, Tennessee. Full story