DCC’s International Project Awards 2023 Call for Entries

The Decorative Concrete Council, a specialty council of the American Society of Concrete Contractors, has opened its call for entries for its 2023 International Project Awards. Entries are invited in the following categories: Cementitious Overlays; Cast-in-Place Stamped; Stained & Dyes; Polished Concrete & Overlays; Cast-in-Place Special Finishes; Countertops/Furniture/Firepits; Vertical/Facades; Concrete Artistry; Multiple Applications; Architectural Cast-in-Place Concrete Structures; Project Video; and Decorative Resinous Coatings. Submittal deadline is April 28.Entries are judged equally on aesthetics, craftsmanship, functionality, creativity and safety. Entry fees are $60 for the first entry and $40 per additional entry for ASCC members, and $90 and $60, respectively for … Read more

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McCarthy Building Companies hosted a Construction 101 Event

McCarthy Building Companies recently hosted its annual Construction 101 event in its Newport Beach, California office. A total of 33 students participated. Construction 101 Day provided a supportive, hands-on learning experience with introduction to a construction career for high school girls ages 14-18. Participants learned the basic elements of various construction trades and developed a safety mindset, as well as self-confidence that can apply in many aspects. Seasoned mentors in the industry and McCarthy role models were present to guide the participants through projects. Participants learned to work together and effectively communicate with their peers and mentors to achieve successful … Read more

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ASCC Hires Mike Hernandez as Technical Director

Michael G. Hernandez, P.E., DBIA, has joined the technical division of the American Society of Concrete Contractors as technical director. This position oversees all technical activities of the organization including serving as the technical voice for ASCC in verbal and written communication, providing technical support for the members and the organization and developing programming and resources to benefit the concrete contractor. Hernandez is a licensed professional engineer in Florida and Colorado, and a certified general contractor in Florida. He is also a design-build certified professional. Prior to this position, Hernandez worked as a project engineer for M. A. Mortenson, held … Read more

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ASCC Announces Elected Officers of 2023

Chris Klemaske, Sundek National Accounts, has been elected president of the American Society of Concrete Contractors for 2023-24. Elected vice presidents were Paul Albanelli, Albanelli Cement Contractors; Anthony DeCarlo, Jr., TWC Concrete, LLC; Cory Lee, Martin Concrete; and Maizer Ouijdani, Conco. Aaron Gregory, Gregory Construction, was re-elected treasurer. Ray Merlo, Merlo Construction Co., and David Somero, S & S Concrete Floors, were re-elected directors. Newly elected directors are Jeff Coleman, Coleman & Erickson, LLC, and Matt Poppoff, Inc., Poppoff Inc. The Decorative Concrete Council elected Rich Cofoid, The Euclid Chemical Co., as council director. Elected council director-elect was Michael Campbell, … Read more

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Building Talent Foundation Recognizes 2022 Industry Champions

Building Talent Foundation has honored its 2022 Industry Champions, for their above-and-beyond commitment, contribution and collaboration in building a sustainable workforce in residential construction. BTF is a national nonprofit organization, established in 2019 by the Leading Builders of America to address the acute and persistent talent shortage across building trades. With an average of 400,000 job openings throughout 2022, and with 40% of the current workers expected to retire by 2031, the construction industry must invest in strengthening its workforce. BTF connects youth and people from underrepresented groups with internship and employment opportunities. BTF has coached over 1,400 people into … Read more

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