WOC 2011 Starts The Year Off Strong

World of Concrete 2011 returned to Vegas January 18-21, 2011, and launched a wide array of new products, presented a world-class education, and provided networking opportunities.

Robinson Wins Title of World’s Best Bricklayer

Ray Robinson wins the title of “WORLD’S BEST BRICKLAYER,” at the 2011 SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500® National Bricklaying Championship in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Daniel Awarded C. DeWitt Brown Leadman Award

MCAA President Mackie Bounds presented the 2011 C. DeWitt Brown Leadman Award to Tom Daniel of GBC Concrete & Masonry during the MCAA Annual Meeting.

Apprentices' Skills On Display in Vegas

The best masonry apprentices from across the country showed off their skills at the 2011 International Masonry Skills Challenge in Las Vegas.

Chee Repeats as Fastest Trowel Champion

Kris Chee successfully defended his crown at the Fastest Trowel on the Block Competition presented by QUIKRETE during the MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry.

Vision Award Winners Announced

On Monday, January 17, the Mason Contractors Association of America awarded the first annual Vision Award winners during the 2011 MCAA TEAM Awards at the MCAA Convention.

Masonry TEAMs Awarded

On Monday, January 17, the Mason Contractors Association of America announced the winners of the 2011 MCAA TEAM Awards at the MCAA Convention.

We’re in Las Vegas!

We’re in Vegas! The sun is shining and the weather is perfect! The 2011 MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry is about to kick off and we can’t wait to see you!

The Fastest 20 Minutes in Masonry

The Fastest Trowel on the Block Competition will be held Thursday, January 20, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM at the Gold Lot of the Las Vegas Convention Center in the front of North Hall.

Welcome to Our World

World of Concrete/World of Masonry 2011 is upon us, so we’ll be packing our bags and heading out West for a week of learning and networking with our colleagues, old and new.

Check-in to the MCAA With Foursquare

Stop by the MCAA booth N1345 and check-in with Foursquare to receive special MCAA discounts.

SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500® Competitors Finalized

The final selection of the 2011 SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500® National bricklaying championship competitors has been finalized.

Follow MCAA for Live Convention Updates

The Mason Contractors Association of America will be posting live updates throughout the week of the MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry on Twitter.

Start the Year Strong at MCAA’s Convention

Start the year strong by attending the MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry.

The MCAA Convention: A Priceless Experience

We are about to have our annual convention in Las Vegas. I hope to see and visit with many of you during the convention.

Watch the Best in the Industry Compete

Watch the best in the industry compete in a number of exciting competitions at the MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry in Las Vegas.

2011 MCAA Convention Highlight Events

MCAA's Convention is the industry's premier event to find the latest news and information, network with contractors and suppliers across the country, and strengthen your operation.

Strengthen Your Company in Vegas

The MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry is the industry’s premier event for educational opportunities.

Win Big in MCAA’s Fastest Trowel

The Fastest Trowel on the Block Competition showcases the speed and skill of a journeyman mason and how important teamwork is in accomplishing a final product.

2010 California Fastest Trowel on the Block Results

The 2010 California Fastest Trowel on the Block competition was held October 23, 2010. Winners of the contest are as follows.

Reminder: Reserve Now for Special Rates

Reserve your room now for the MCAA Convention at World of Concrete/World of Masonry at the Wynn Las Vegas Resort for as little as $179 per night.

Enter World of Concrete's Thanksgiving Giveaway

Register for the World of Concrete 2011 by November 30, 2010 and be entered to win one of five $100 American Express gift cards!

MCAA Early Bird Packages at the Wynn Resort

Reserve your room now for MCAA Convention at World of Concrete/World of Masonry for as little as $179 per night.

Only 3 Days Left to Enter WOC's Ghoulish-Giveaway

Only three days remain to enter WOC's Ghoulish-Giveaway and be entered to win one of two $250 American Express gift cards!

South of 40 Event at Hofbräuhaus Las Vegas

Join MCAA's South of 40 Committee for beer, food, and live music at our First Annual Fundraising event being held at the Hofbräuhaus in Las Vegas!

Reminder: Convention Hotel Early Bird Special

Reserve your Convention hotel room now for as little as $139 per night. But hurry! This early bird special is only available until Wednesday, October 13, 2010.

Enter WOC's Ghoulish-Giveaway

Register for the World of Concrete 2011 by October 31, 2010 and be entered to win one of two $250 American Express gift cards!

Compete in the Fastest Trowel Competition

Do you have what it takes to be the Fastest Trowel on the Block? Do you have the skill, confidence and courage to face-off with the industry’s best?

Convention Registration Now Available

Registration is now available for the 2011 MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry.

Convention Hotel Reservations Now Available

Make your room reservation now at the Wynn Las Vegas Resort for the MCAA Convention at World of Concrete/World of Masonry, held January 16-21, 2011 in Las Vegas.

Hood Wins Title of World’s Best Bricklayer

Garrett Hood wins the title of “WORLD’S BEST BRICKLAYER,” at the 2010 SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500® National Bricklaying Championship in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Holden Awarded C. DeWitt Brown Leadman Award

MCAA President Tom Daniel presented the 2010 C. DeWitt Brown Leadman Award to Bill Holden during the MCAA Closing Banquet at the 2010 MCAA Convention.

Apprentices Show Off Their Skills in Vegas

The best masonry apprentices from across the country showed off their skills at the 2010 International Masonry Skills Challenge in Las Vegas.

Chee Wins 2010 Fastest Trowel

The 2010 Fastest Trowel on the Block contest was one of the best ever, with the top three contestants finishing within one point of one another.

Join Us in Las Vegas!

The 2010 MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry is about to kick off and we can’t wait to see you!

The 2010 SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500® National Bricklaying Championship Competitors Finalized

The final selection of the 2010 SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500® National bricklaying championship competitors has been finalized.

We’re On Our Way to Vegas

Make your plans to join us next week in Las Vegas at the 2010 MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry.

Sign-up for Live Convention Updates

The MCAA will be posting live updates throughout the week of the MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry on Twitter.

Watch the Fastest Masons Compete in Vegas

Cheer on the industry’s best masons as they compete to become the 2010 Fastest Trowel on the Block Champion!

2010 MCAA Convention Highlights

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.

MCAA Convention Less Than Two Weeks Away

The MCAA Convention at World of Concrete/World of Masonry is less than two weeks away. We take a look at just a few of the many events taking place throughout the week.

Earn Certification Credits in Las Vegas

The MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry is the industry's premier event for educational opportunities.

Start the Year Strong at MCAA’s Convention

Start the year strong by attending the MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry.

MCAA Region B Skills Challenge Results

The MCAA Region B Skills Challenge was recently held in Chattanooga, Tenn.

Annual Convention Update

Since the printing of the MCAA brochure, the MCAA has had to change the Closing Banquet Show.

Check Out the New FastestTrowel.com

Log on to the new Fastest Trowel website where you’ll be able to watch video of last year’s competition, view past winners, and register to compete.

Start the Year Strong

Start the year strong and give your company a competitive edge by attending the 2010 MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry.

Compete Against the Best in the Industry

Journeymen masons are invited to compete in the Fastest Trowel on the Block Competition presented by QUIKRETE at the MCAA Convention at World of Concrete/World of Masonry.

Convention Registration Now Available

Registration is now available for the 2010 MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry in Las Vegas.

Compete in the Fastest Trowel Competition

Do you have what it takes to be the Fastest Trowel on the Block? Do you have the skill, confidence and courage to face-off with the industry's best?

Magnum Wins Title of World's Best Bricklayer

Tyke Magnum won the title of "WORLD'S BEST BRICKLAYER," at the 2009 SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500® National Bricklaying Championship in Las Vegas, Nevada.

World of Concrete 2009 Another Strong Event

World of Concrete 2009, held February 3-6, 2009; Seminars 2-6, delivered another strong event with 65,287 registered professionals in 880,000 net square feet of exhibit space.

Apprentices Rise to the Challenge

The tenth annual International Masonry Skills Challenge was held at the 2009 MCAA Convention in Las Vegas, Nev. at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry on February 3, 2009.

Robertson Repeats as Fastest Trowel Champion

Masons and their tenders were highlighted at the 2009 MCAA Convention in Las Vegas, Nev. at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry on February 5, 2009.

Join Us in Las Vegas!

We're in Las Vegas! The sun is shining and the weather is perfect! The 2009 MCAA Convention is about to kick off and we can’t wait to see you!

Reminder: Follow MCAA on Twitter

The Mason Contractors Association of America will be posting live updates throughout the week of the MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry on Twitter.

MCAA Convention Only a Few Days Away!

MCAA's Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry is only a few days away! Make sure you register now!

2009 SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500® National Competition

The SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500® starts 1:30 PM Central Time on Wednesday, February 4, 2009, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.

MCAA's Fastest Trowel on the Block Competition

Cheer on some of the industry’s best masons as they compete to become the 2009 Fastest Trowel on the Block Champion!

MAC PAC Reception Hosting Former Las Vegas Congressman Jon Porter

The MAC PAC is pleased to announce that former Las Vegas Congressman Jon Porter will be our featured guest speaker at our reception in Las Vegas.

Experience Culinary Artistry

Experience culinary artistry at The Venetian Resort-Hotel-Casino at the MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry in Las Vegas.

Sign-up for Live Convention Updates

MCAA will be posting live updates throughout the week of the MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry on Twitter.

MCAA's Masonry Action Station

Join the MCAA in this year's newest addition to World of Masonry - live "How To" education action stations.

Network with Your Peers in Vegas

There is no better place to network with mason contractors across the country than at the MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry in Las Vegas.

Last Chance for Early Registration

Register today to attend the 2009 MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry in Las Vegas.

Paris? Not invited. But you are.

We're throwing an exclusive party for all mason contractors attending the 2009 MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry in Vegas, and you're on the guest list.

Compete in the Fastest Trowel Competition

Do you have what it takes to be the Fastest Trowel on the Block? Do you have the skill, confidence and courage to face-off with the best in the industry?

Take Your Know-how to a Higher Level at the MCAA Convention

The MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry is the industry's premier event for educational opportunities.

Advanced Convention Registration Deadline Approaching

The deadline for advanced registration for the 2009 MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry is Tuesday, December 30, 2008.

2009 MCAA Convention: A Mix of Learning and Fun

The MCAA Convention is making learning fun and interesting through innovative, informative sessions, new action stations, and The Jersey Boys.

2009 MCAA Convention at World of Concrete/World of Masonry

Make your reservations now to join us at the MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry!

Can You Be the Fastest Trowel on the Block?

The Fastest Trowel on the Block Competition showcases the speed and skill of a journeyman mason and how important teamwork is in accomplishing a final product.

Fastest Trowel on the Block

Have you ever been to a Fastest Trowel on the Block contest? I know many of you have. These contests are energetic and exciting.

Gathering of Masonry Minds

The 2009 MCAA Convention is only a few months away. Learn what will be offered and how you can best take advantage of the programs, events and activities that will be available.

MCAA Convention Registration Now Available!

Make your plans to join us at this year's MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry in Las Vegas!

World of Concrete Gears Up For 2009 Show

World of Concrete 2009 returns to the Las Vegas Convention Center, February 3-6; Seminars 2-6 for its 35th event.

Were you at the World of Masonry in January?

If you were at the World of Concrete, I know you had a rewarding experience. If you did not attend, you missed a lot.

Apprentices Rise to the Challenge

The ninth annual International Masonry Skills Challenge at the MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry showed off the best apprentices our industry has to offer.

Robertson Wins 2008 Fastest Trowel Competition

Masons and their tenders were highlighted at the 2008 MCAA Convention in Las Vegas, NV at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry on January 24, 2008.

2008 MCAA Convention at World of Concrete/World of Masonry

The MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry, will be held in Las Vegas, January 21-25.

Convention Advance Registration Deadline Approaching

If you have not done so already, please make your plans to join us at the 2008 MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry in Las Vegas, January 21-25, 2008.

MCAA’s 2008 Fastest Trowel on the Block Contest

The Mason Contractors Association of America invites you to compete in the nation’s premier event featuring the industry’s top masons.

Safety Committee to Meet at Convention

The MCAA announced that the Safety committee will be meeting on Wednesday, January 23 at the MCAA annual convention in Las Vegas held in conjunction with World of Masonry.

Wrapping up Another Year

One the greatest accomplishments, when reflecting on my presidency, is that of selling our trade show and becoming the primary sponsor of World of Masonry.

Convention Registration Now Available!

Registration for the 2008 MCAA Convention is now open! Please visit convention.masoncontractors.org to view the full attendee brochure and download a copy of the registration form today!

2008 MCAA Convention Website Online

The 2008 MCAA Convention website is now online! Please visit convention.masoncontractors.org to view information on highlight events, educational seminars, competitions and much more!

Hanley Wood Acquires MCAA’s Masonry Showcase

MCAA Board of Directors approved the sale of Masonry Showcase, MCAA’s annual tradeshow held as part of their convention to Hanley Wood, LLC.

MCAA, World of Masonry Join Forces

I am pleased to announce that, after reviewing the options, the board unanimously agreed to sell Masonry Showcase to Hanley Wood, owner of the annual World of Masonry trade show.

Hanley Wood Signs Letter of Intent to Purchase the Mason Contractors Association’s Masonry Showcase

Hanley Wood has signed a letter of intent with the Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) to purchase the Masonry Showcase, the MCAA’s annual tradeshow held as part of its convention.

MCAA's 2007 Masonry Showcase Wrap-up

Mason contractors from across the country congregated in Orlando, Florida for the MCAA Masonry Showcase from February 22-24, 2007.

Selling Masonry vs. Tilt-up in the School Market

Chris Huckabee's much-anticipated "Selling Masonry vs. Tilt-up in the School Market" class was one of the many educational sessions provide at the Masonry Showcase.

Architects, Contractors Recognized

On Wednesday, February 21, the Mason Contractors Association of America announced the 2007 International Excellence in Masonry Award winners.

2007 Fastest Trowel on the Block Competition

Masons and their tenders were highlighted at Masonry Showcase's premier event in Orlando, Florida on February 24, 2007.

Apprentices Show Their Skills in Orlando

The eighth annual International Masonry Skills Challenge at the Masonry Showcase showed off the best apprentices our industry has to offer.

QUIKRETE Repeats as Supplier of the Year

At the 2007 MCAA Annual Meeting in Las Vegas, QUIKRETE was announced as the repeat winner of the Supplier of the Year Award.

Huckabee, Griffin Awarded C. DeWitt Brown Leadman Award

Each year, MCAA presents the C. DeWitt Brown Leadman Award to individuals who have provided exemplary leadership in advancing the masonry industry.

MCAA's Masonry Showcase in Orlando

In the masonry industry, there is only one show designed specifically for the mason contractor and allied organizations; MCAA's Masonry Showcase.

Thank you to the 2007 Masonry Showcase Competition Sponsors!

MCAA would like to extend our most sincere thanks to our supplier sponsors of our Showcase competitions.

Ripkin to Keynote Masonry Showcase

Billy Ripkin, brother of Hall of Fame inductee Cal Ripkin, Jr., has been announced as the new keynote speaker for the Masonry Showcase in Orlando, Florida.

Where the Industry Meets

The Mason Contractors Association of America's Masonry Showcase will be held in Orlando, Florida, February 22-24, 2007.