Masonry Magazine September 2010 Page. 16
Successful
Midyear Meeting
held in Chicago
By Tim O'Toole
The 2010 MCAA Midyear Meeting was held in late-July in Chicago. Throughout the week, attendees were able to attend numerous meetings to help shape the future of the masonry industry, including various MCAA Committee Meetings and joint meetings with the National Concrete Masonry Association. Several networking events also were held during the week for guests to say hello to old friends and make new connections.
Educational seminars were held at the Midyear Meeting, including two programs on expanding masonry markets through the use of pavers and segmental retaining walls. Attendees were able to attend seminars to help contractors better understand ASTM and indemnification issues, including how to avoid common pitfalls and what to look for in contracts.
Membership Committee
The committee chairman is Don McCauley. The MCAA has just begun the 2010-2011 membership renewal cycle. The committee is working hard on different initiatives to boost membership. For more information on joining the MCAA, contact Bob Birdsell, bbirdsell@masoncontractors.org.
South of 40
The committee chair is Lindsey Stringer. The group has made vast strides in the progression of the committee, including the formation of a mission statement:
"The Mission of the South of 40 Committee 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."
A 2011 fundraising event will take place Jan. 19, 2011, during the Annual Convention in Las Vegas, at the HOFBRAHAUS HOUSE, located across from the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 7 p.m. Dollars raised will go toward the MCAA Foundation.