Resource Highlight: MCAA’s Exposed: Keeping Your Data to Yourself After an IT Breach

In a landmark event, the Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) along with the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA), the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association (SMACNA), and The Association of Union Constructors (TAUC) officially signed a strategic alliance agreement on July 10, 2024. The importance of all four associations coming together emphasizes the combined commitment to collaboration and innovation through all facets of the construction and maintenance industry. …

MCAA extends a warm welcome to David Left, who will be joining the staff as MCAA’s new Associate Director, Registration & Housing on July 15. David is a seasoned events professional with a background in consulting and event management, specializing in room blocks. He graduated from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, where he began his work in the events industry.  With a proven track record of successfully overseeing large-scale events, David brings a wealth of experience in ensuring seamless and tailored experiences for members. Committed to fostering enduring relationships, David consistently strives to exceed expectations by combining meticulous attention to detail with a member-centric approach. MCAA is pleased to welcome David to the staff and to the MCAA family.…

MCAA has joined forces with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to offer resources and tools customized and curated to specifically address and mitigate risks related to electrical safety posed to MCAA members, including physical, compliance and financial risks. Crafted by NFPA’s trusted subject matter experts, this content will provide actionable information and strategies to help you and your team keep pace with the ever-changing regulatory environment, identify potential hazards and shortfalls, and markedly improve safety for your employees, customers, and their workplaces and communities.…

Participating in industry peer groups not only offers a valuable platform for fostering relationships and exchanging expertise within a supportive community but also represents a proven best practice adopted by many successful MCAA contractor members. These groups provide professionals with an opportunity to benchmark their performance, exchange best practices, address common challenges, and gain strategic insights from industry peers.…