Masonry Magazine June 2011 Page. 4

Words: Tom Cummer, Zach Everett, Gary Micheloni, Jennifer Morrell, Paul Odom
Masonry Magazine June 2011 Page. 4

Masonry Magazine June 2011 Page. 4


We joined the MCAA because it was time to pull together as an industry. I am currently in the process of becoming a Certified Mason Contractor, another way the MCAA is working to solidify our industry.

Donald E. McCauley, Jr
Masonry Division Manager
Falls Church Construction Corporation
Fairfax, VA
MCAA Member Since 1992
TOGETHER THROUGH EDUCATION
The Mason Contractors Association of America's national Masonry Certification program recognizes a mason contractor's commitment to quality, reliability, and the highest professional standards. Certification allows our industry to promote and provide a tool to measure quality to the design community and masonry customers.

Throughout the year, the MCAA conducts various classes targeted toward your operations including Masonry Wall Bracing and Understanding Codes and Standards. Additionally, the MCAA offers live webinars and over 100 on-demand education courses through its website, www.masoncontractors.org, that help mason contractors increase productivity and increase profit.
WE NEED YOU
Now, more than ever, we need your support to ensure the survivability of our industry for this and future generations. By joining a strong and cohesive group of your peers, you will have a direct impact on affecting negative codes and standards, fighting harmful legislation, and promote masonry products to industry customers.

Join the Mason Contractors Association of America today and help us build a strong and successful masonry industry for you and your company. Call 800-536-2225 or visit www.masoncontractors.org/join. Together, we are stronger.
JOIN MCAA.
Join the only national association working to build the future of mason contractors. Call 800-536-2225 or visit www.masoncontractors.org/join for more information.

MCAA
MASON CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA


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