Registration now open for Chicago Masonry Expo

Words: Scott ConwellOn April 7, 2015, International Masonry Institute (IMI) will be holding the 2015 Chicago Masonry Expo in Addison, Illinois. This event is a full day of seminars, demonstrations, and exhibits. Attendees can earn up to 6 learning units.

What is it: The Chicago Masonry Expo is an educational conference made up of seminars, masonry demonstrations, and exhibits.

When is it: Tuesday April 7, 2015, 7:30am - 4:00pm.

Who should attend: Architects, engineers, GCs/CMs, owners/developers, BAC contractors, code officials.

Location: Park your vehicle at the Hilton Garden Inn, 551 N. Swift Rd., Addison, IL 60101. From the hotel parking lot, board a shuttle for the short ride less than one mile to the BAC/IMI training center, 2140 Corporate Drive, Addison, IL.

Cost: There is a nominal $10 fee which covers breakfast, lunch, and a day's worth of education from the masonry industry's top presenters and exhibitors. Tickets are transferable but nonrefundable. We expect the event to sell out at 300 attendees, so get your tickets early. The only way to pay is through our secure website with a credit card via the link at the bottom of this page.

Education: Each seminar is registered with AIA, and most qualify for HSW learning units. Presenters will provide certificates for self-reporting on non-AIA members and PDH hours for engineers. Attendees who attend the entire conference receive 6.0 LUs

Signing up is a simple two-step process. Register at http://goo.gl/bqGYxx. Within the next business day you will receive an email that will direct you to choose your breakout sessions.

We look forward to bringing this program to you, and hope you will consider attending!

For more information, please contact sconwell@imiweb.org or call (630) 396-3144.
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