The Metal Construction Association (MCA) has been dedicated to promoting the use of metal in the building envelope for more than 30 years. As 2016 gets underway, MCA is offering the industry more ways than ever to get involved and help advance the industry.
Get Involved at the MCA Winter Meeting
MCA will kick off the year at its Winter Meeting in St. Pete Beach, Fla., from Feb. 1-4. This annual meeting is an opportunity for industry leaders to gather and work together to tackle many of the issues facing the industry. Councils and committees discuss progress on projects, any new or outstanding issues that may be impacting their businesses or the industry, gather feedback and make decisions. This meeting-as well as the MCA’s Summer Meeting held in Chicago in June-is truly where the association’s work gets done.
We hope you will join us at the Winter Meeting in St. Pete Beach, Fla., in February or at the Summer Meeting in Chicago in June. Meetings aren’t just for members-if you are interested in learning more about MCA and what we do, nonmembers are welcome to join us for a meeting as a “First-Time Attendee” at a special, reduced rate. We are convinced that once you experience the power of the MCA at work, you will be convinced to join the association.
MCA Extends 50 Percent off New Member Dues
Joining MCA has never been more affordable. New members-and former members who have not been a member for more than three years- are eligible to receive 50 percent off their first year’s dues. You’ll receive all the benefits of membership, including:
- Access to industry metrics to help guide business decisions.
- Networking opportunities to build relationships with peers, suppliers and customers.
- A voice in advancing the industry. We encourage those involved in the metal construction industry to take advantage of these special rates for new members.
METALCON 2016: Baltimore, October 26-28
METALCON celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2015, and will surely get the next 25 years started on the right track when it visits Baltimore from Oct. 26-28, 2016. MCA members receive a discount on exhibit space. This is the one show each year where the entire metal construction industry comes together, and MCA encourages you to be present-as an exhibitor or as an attendee. Take advantage of the many educational opportunities, network with customers and suppliers, and see what’s new in the industry. Be sure to stop by MCA’s booth to see how it is “the Association at Work for You,” and test your skills and win prizes at the Metal Roofing Championship Games.
Don’t Miss the First Annual MCA Triumph Awards
The stars of the industry will be awarded for their excellence at the first annual MCA Triumph Awards on Oct. 26, 2016 in Baltimore in conjunction with METALCON. This exciting, brand new event will celebrate the accomplishments of all in the industry, from the CEO to the sales staff, and from the engineers to the marketers.
Be there to see the movers and shakers of the industry recognized, share in the excitement of the industries accomplishments, and entertain your best customers at this very important celebration. Nominate and watch your deserving friends, co-workers and partners win awards for their accomplishments. On top of it all, enjoy a social night of celebration with friends, refreshments, food and live entertainment. Who knows, you may win something too! Be sure to visit www.metalconstruction.org frequently throughout the year. You’ll find information about all of the above, as well as the latest technical documents, case studies, industry news and more.
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Karl Hielscher is chairman of the Metal Construction Association. Hielscher has more than 25 years experience in the metal construction industry and was president and CEO of a Metl-Span, Lewisville, Texas, for more than 20 years.
