Career Stage: Local Executive

MCAA 2029 Annual Convention

The MCAA Annual Convention is the highlight of the association’s year. With a reputation as the industry’s premier educational event, the MCAA Convention offers something for all members. Attendees will experience a first class trade show featuring the members of MCAA’s Manufacturer/Supplier Council, social functions that never cease to amaze and delight, exceptional education seminars and the chance to network and connect with industry peers. Don’t miss the opportunity to see what your trade association can do for you.

2027 MCAA GreatFutures Forum

During the annual GreatFutures Forum, students from nearly 50 student chapters and MCAA member companies are invited to gather for three days of student-focused education sessions that highlight the mechanical contracting industry, fun peer-to-peer relationship building and most importantly, a chance to network during the Friday morning job fair. Don’t miss your chance to meet your next great hire!

2025 CEA National Issues Conference

MCAA, SMACNA and TAUC invite you to participate in the National Issues Conference focusing on key regulatory and legislative issues affecting the union construction industry today. The conference will host both regulators and representatives from Congress for their expertise and insight on a variety of topics. Don’t miss this opportunity to get the latest information that impacts your business from the nation’s capital!

Tentative Schedule:

Monday, May 5
1:00 p.m. NEW THIS YEAR: Inside the Issues – Open Government Affairs Committee Meeting

This half-day session offers MCAA members a unique opportunity to discuss legislative and regulatory priorities, advocate for the interests of mechanical contractors, and shape the future of our industry. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of the advocacy work that drives MCAA’s mission and have the chance to explore how government affairs committee impact their businesses directly. Open to MCAA members only.

5:00 p.m. Evening Reception

Tuesday, May 6
7:00 a.m. Breakfast
8:00 a.m. Program & Lunch
1:00 p.m. Hill Appointments
6:00 p.m. MCAA Member Dinner

Wrap up the day with a relaxing evening among fellow MCAA members. Enjoy great food, conversation, and camaraderie as we celebrate the conclusion of a successful event.

Wednesday, May 7
7:00 a.m. Breakfast
8:00 a.m. Program

2025 Industry Funds Conference

This conference covers proper use of industry improvement funds and explores ideas for beneficial programs they can subsidize. Hear from economic futurists, relations specialists, attorneys, and authorities on labor-related trends in the industry. Learn the many ways that industry funds can be used in educational classes, industry promotions, cyber security, industry research, advertising & marketing, subsidize MCAA registration fees, legislative expenses (including consultants), administrative expenses for your association, PAC fundraising events, student chapter expenses, industry legal expenses, collective bargaining, and more! Roundtable and panel discussions allow participants to share information on existing programs around the country that are supported by industry improvement funds.

2025 Collective Bargaining Seminar

The Collective Bargaining Seminar is designed to highlight MCAA’s Collective Bargaining Guide. Attendees will learn negotiating techniques and constructive approaches that will improve workforce performance along with contractor and industry competitiveness. The workshop will help members and local association executives improve their understanding of the bargaining process to assist in preparing properly for negotiations and to make bargaining a constructive event for management and labor.

2025 UA/MCAA Labor Relations Conference

The conference, jointly hosted by the United Association (UA) and MCAA, will feature networking opportunities, and panel discussions focused on topics such as the current need for manpower, organizing, workforce development, and other topics that involve our UA/MCAA partnership. This is a great opportunity for local labor/management teams to attend and develop strategies to help protect our industry.

2026 Safety & Health Conference

MCAA, SMACNA, TAUC have partnered together to host the Safety & Health Conference, the biggest construction safety event of the year. The conference brings together safety professionals from across the construction industry to collaborate and explore the challenges and opportunities within our field. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in a range of educational programs designed to enhance their professional skills. Subject Matter Experts will cover various aspects of jobsite safety, including discussions on emerging technologies and evolving best practices that can be implemented in their operations. Hands-on workshops will also be available, allowing experts to delve into new safety & health concepts in detail and provide practical guidance to help attendees better understand these innovative ideas. Two summits will also be offered, a pre-conference Construction Mental Health Summit and a post-conference Construction Risk Management Summit.

2026 MEP Innovation Conference

MCAA, NECA and SMACNA have partnered together to host the MEP Innovations Conference. Known as the best technology conference for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, service and sheet metal contractors, this conference will provide educational sessions led by contractors from all three trade associations. This three day event includes innovative presentations, collaborative roundtable discussions, and hands-on exhibitor demonstrations highlighting the recent technologies that can improve MEP contractors’ productivity and profitability.

2026 WiMI Conference

The annual WiMI conference will feature exceptional speakers, interactive educational sessions, industry related roundtables and opportunities to build lasting relationships with fellow women in the mechanical industry. A full menu of educational offerings will help you discover all the opportunities this industry has to offer. From industry newcomers to executives, and everyone in between, this is the event to attend for all women in the mechanical contracting industry.

MCAA 2024 GreatFutures Forum

MCAA’s Career Development Initiative helps MCAA members connect with students for internships or full-time employment. During the annual GreatFutures Forum, students from 40 student chapters and MCAA member companies are invited to gather for three days of student-focused education sessions that highlight the mechanical contracting industry, fun peer-to-peer relationship building and most importantly, a chance to network during the Friday morning job fair. Don’t miss your chance to meet your next great hire!

Registration is open from 12:30 PM – 2:15 PM on Thursday, September 26^th and then promptly at 2:30 PM the Welcome Session will begin. The conference will conclude by 11:00 AM on Saturday, September 28^th.

The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SeaTac) is approximately 14 miles from the hotel, or roughly 20 minutes without traffic by car.

Program Highlights

Thursday

Alumni Breakfast
Welcome & Presidential Message from Rick Gopffarth
Moving the Needle Panel
Mastering the Swing of Etiquette
TopGolf – Offsite Activity and Dinner

Friday

Job Fair Breakfast
Innovation – An Intertwined Future Keynote – Tanmay Bakshi
Competition Skills: Takeoff Basics
24-25 Competition Introduction
MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions Tour
Seattle Aquarium – Offsite Dinner

Saturday

The Mechanical Puzzle
Building Your Chapter Roundtables
Trivia Answers & Prizes
Wrap-Up

2025 Converge

The MCAA Converge isn’t just a meeting; it’s a meticulously crafted experience designed to address the unique needs of your company. Picture executive-to-executive meetings, a melting pot of strategic discussions, and an atmosphere buzzing with innovation. At Converge, we redefine engagement, offering a top-tier, strategic experience that goes beyond the local level. Executives from 25 Manufacturers & Suppliers and 40 Member Contractors converge to explore a spectrum of topics: from current and future market conditions to upcoming significant projects, emerging technologies, and the invaluable art of relationship building.

TENTATIVE AGENDA:

Monday, June 23:
11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Registration at the Lofton Hotel Minneapolis
12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Meeting Suite Move-In at the Target Center (600 First Avenue North Minneapolis, MN 55403)
5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Reception & Dinner at the Lofton Hotel Minneapolis

Tuesday, June 24:
7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Breakfast at the Target Center (600 First Avenue North Minneapolis, MN 55403)
8:15 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. Converge Meetings (4)
11:50 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. Lunch
1:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Converge Meetings (4)
5:30 p.m. Cocktail Reception at the Lofton Hotel Minneapolis
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Dinner at the Lofton Hotel Minneapolis

Wednesday, June 25:
7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Breakfast at the Target Center (600 First Avenue North Minneapolis, MN 55403)
8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Converge Meetings (4)
12:00 p.m. Grab & Go Lunch

2025 MEP Innovation Conference

MCAA 2027 Annual Convention

MSCA 2028 Annual Education Conference

Explore critical topics such as management, personnel, finance, service technology, training, and recruiting issues. This is the only industry conference specifically geared to service companies and the unique challenges and issues they face. Also included is an exhibit of products and services that can help you run your business more efficiently. Education sessions will help you make your time, resources, and personnel go farther. Plus, there are expanded opportunities for structured networking and peer group discussions as well as numerous social events.