Convention Registration Now Available

Words: Tim O'toole
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The MCAA Convention at World of Concrete/World of Masonry will be held January 31, 2010 - February 5, 2010 in Las Vegas.

Registration is now available for the 2010 MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry.
Convention registrations and hotel reservations must be made through the MCAA registration website in order to receive MCAA member discounts, register for MCAA events, and be placed in the MCAA room block. The MCAA Convention attendees will enjoy accommodations at The Venetian Resort-Hotel-Casino. Visit convention.masoncontractors.org to register today and reserve your room today.

MCAA's Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry is the industry's premier event to gather the resources and information you need to stay competitive, find the latest news and information regarding your association and the masonry industry, network with other contractors across the country, increase profits and strengthen your operation. Make it a priority to attend and be part of the action!

Convention Highlights

Opening Session
The MCAA will be host to a top political figure at this year's reception (to be named later). Attendees will be introduced to our special guest speaker and enjoy a wonderful dinner at the Venetian Resort-Hotel-Casino. The guest speaker will give a short 5-10 minute summary of what we can expect on the political front in 2010. This small intimate setting is a great opportunity to get an inside look at the year ahead in politics. MCAA President Tom Daniel will also give a brief state of the association presentation.

Fastest Trowel Competition
The Fastest Trowel on the Block Competition is a showcase of industry craftsmanship and a testament of both the speed and skill of our industry's workforce. The competition will pit 20 journeyman masons against one another. Only those journeymen masons who have the skill, confidence and courage to face-off with the industry's best are invited to compete.

Closing Reception
The MCAA will say thank you and goodbye to current MCAA President Tom Daniel. During the dinner portion of the program a short tribute to the MCAA President will be presented. Following dinner, attendees will be treated to the hilarious improvisational skills of comedian Wayne Brady. Brady is well known for his hilarious improvised antics, unique musical talents, and limitless impersonation skills as showcased on the hit show "Whose Line is it Anyway?" and the syndicated talk show "The Wayne Brady Show."

Visit convention.masoncontractors.org for more information on these events and a full list of all events being held at the MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry.

Make your plans to join us at this year's MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry. We look forward to seeing you in Las Vegas!
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