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Denver
The U.S. Green Building Council's (USGBC) Greenbuild International Conference & Expo will be held at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, Nov. 15-17.
This conference and expo brings the industry together under one roof. Three days of extensive educational programming, workshops, a vast exhibition floor and ample networking events give you unrivaled opportunities to learn about the latest innovations, exchange ideas, and develop new business relationships. Learn about the leading edge of the building and construction industry, including the latest updates and expansions of the LEED Green Building Rating System™.
For more information on USGBC or to register for the conference or expo, visit www.greenbuildexpo.org.
Hawaii
MCAA members will convene at the 2006 Midyear Meeting in Maui, Hawaii, Nov. 8-11. Members will discuss current and future MCAA initiatives, as well as our efforts to promote the industry and fight for the issues faced everyday. The Midyear Meeting offers an opportunity to be involved in your industry, while also enjoying your stay in the perfect destination for a tropical vacation. There are so many things to explore and discover in Maui, and so many reasons for you to attend this year's MCAA Midyear Meeting.
Attendees will enjoy their accommodations at the Grand Wailea Resort Hotel & Spa. This resort is known for fun, family getaways and having Hawai's finest conference facilities. Situated on 40 meticulously landscaped acres, the Grand Wailea Resort Hotel & Spa opens onto Maui's beautiful Wailea Beach, voted one of the best beaches in Hawaii and the United States.
You do not want to miss this great opportunity to network with colleagues, enjoy beautiful surroundings and be influential in your industry! For more information about the schedule of events and meetings and to register, visit www.masoncontractors.org, or call (800) 536-2225, Aloha!
North Carolina
The North Carolina Masonry Contractors Association (NCMCA) Masonry Contractors Certification Program got underway in August with the class "Occupational Safety Management," instructed by nationally known safety consultant, Bill Parsons, of Washington, D.C.
More than 155 individuals, representing some 42 firms, participated in three
Call for Entries: Excellence in Masonry
Melissa Polivka
Director of Marketing. Membership and Workforce Development
Mason Contractors Association of America
The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) International Masonry Excellence in Masonry Awards competition is scheduled for Feb. 21, 2007, at the MCAA Masonry Showcase in Orlando. Members of the MCAA realize that quality masonry projects are the result of strong, creative vision and skilled execution. The purpose of these Awards is to give recognition to mason contractors, architects and building owners for outstanding accomplishments in masonry design and construction.
This year, we are introducing an industry partnership at the awards reception. Members of the National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA) will also be in attendance at the event, and they will present their annual Design and Safety Awards. This cooperative reception will provide both networking opportunities and a forum to exchange and highlight innovative design ideas.
Submissions for the International Excellence in Masonry Awards program must be received by Nov. 13, 2006.
To enter a masonry project in the Awards program, visit www.masoncontractors.org, or contact the MCAA at (800) 536-2225 for an entry form.
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