Thank you to everyone who joined us in Phoenix, Arizona, for the MCAA26 Annual Convention. Your participation, engagement, and support made this year’s convention a meaningful and successful gathering for our association and the mechanical contracting industry.
Leadership Transitions
We extend our sincere thanks to Outgoing MCAA President Brian Hughes, President of Hughes Environmental Engineering, Mahwah, New Jersey, for his leadership and dedicated service to the association. His commitment and steady guidance helped advance MCAA’s mission and strengthen the organization over the past year.
We are pleased to welcome Curtis Harbour, Vice President of Labor Relations at Southland Industries, Houston, Texas, as MCAA’s incoming President. We look forward to his leadership and the perspective he brings as the association moves forward.
Appreciation for Outgoing Board and Executive Committee Members
MCAA thanks the outgoing members of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee for their time, insight, and service to the association.
Honorees and retiring Board of Directors members:
- John P. Geiling, Independent Strategic Advisor
- Rick Moreno, President, Astro Mechanical Contractors
- Rick Gopffarth, Senior Vice President, Dynamic Systems, Inc.
Joining President Harbour on the Executive Committee are:
- President‑Elect: Michael Russo, Fresh Meadow Mechanical Corporation
- Senior Vice President and Treasurer: Scott Hinton, Enerfab
- Vice President and Assistant Treasurer: Chris Carter, Murphy Company
- Immediate Past President: Brian Hughes, Hughes Environmental Engineering
Newly Elected Board Members
The newest contractor members of MCAA’s Board of Directors, elected to three-year terms, are:
- Dan Heichelbech, Southland Industries
- Mindy Rocha, CJ Industries
- Adam Wallenstein, Neptune Plumbing & Heating Co.
We appreciate their willingness to serve and look forward to their contributions.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
MCAA extends its sincere appreciation to the many sponsors whose support made the MCAA26 Annual Convention possible. Their commitment to the association and to the mechanical contracting industry plays a vital role in delivering high‑quality education, meaningful networking opportunities, and a successful convention experience for our members.
View a complete list of MCAA26 sponsors at mcaaconvention.org.
A Week of Insight, Education, and Connection
The week featured key remarks that reinforced the strength of our industry and the importance of collaboration. United Association General President Mark McManus addressed attendees and spoke to the UA’s ongoing initiatives, underscoring the continued strength of the UA/MCAA partnership. MCAA extends its sincere thanks to General President McManus for joining us in Phoenix and for his continued partnership.
Main stage speakers provided perspective, motivation, and practical insight, while educational sessions equipped members with tools and ideas for the year ahead. The Manufacturer / Supplier Exhibit once again served as a central hub for networking, conversation, and industry collaboration. Manufacturer / Supplier members were also on hand throughout the convention to continue the discussion.
More to Come
This is just the beginning of the MCAA26 story. A full convention wrap‑up article—highlighting key moments, speakers, and takeaways—will be shared later this week.
Thank you again for being part of MCAA26. We appreciate your continued involvement and look forward to seeing you at future MCAA events.
