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| MCAA National Update for September 3, 2012 |
MCA OF CHICAGO SUPPORTS MCERF WITH "SEPTEMBER CHALLENGE"
The MCA of Chicago has announced that during the month of September it will match, dollar for dollar, the first $25,000 in pledges and contributions made to MCERF by MCAA affiliated associations and members (contractors and members of the Manufacturer/Supplier Council). In making the "challenge," MCA of Chicago President Kevin Condon noted that "MCERF has done tremendous work for the industry over the years. The work it's now involved in, with funding scholarships and internships, and underwriting so many student chapter activities...not to mention its industry research...and products like OPUS and the new guide on BIM and spatial coordination it's developing...we have to enable our Foundation to keep investing in our future." In thanking the MCA of Chicago for its continued support of the Foundation, MCERF President Bob Armistead expressed hope that this innovative "challenge" will enlist others within the MCAA family to step forward and make a September pledge or contribution to MCERF. For more information about the critical work MCERF is involved in, contact Dennis Langley (dlangley@mcaa.org).
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LEARN HOW TO PROTECT YOUR NEST EGG AT MSCA LIVE 2012
You've worked hard and want to protect your business assets for your successors. At MSCA LIVE 2012 (October 14-17, Carlsbard, CA), you will learn the practical steps you need to develop and execute a business succession plan to ensure a smooth transition from your business. Sean McCloskey, Ken Petersen and Scott Petersen of Tax & Finance Group will explain how to prepare your business in the event of your (and/or your partners') death, disability or retirement; sell or transition your business to a family member or key employee who has little or no cash; and reduce taxes when you sell or transfer the business. This is just one of several valuable business-oriented workshops offered at MSCA LIVE 2012 that's aimed at helping you succeed at every level. Check out the program brochure for workshop details and then register at www.msca.org/msca2012.
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FIND OUT HOW TO INCREASE DATA CENTERS' ENERGY EFFICIENCY
If your company is targeting the construction of high performance data centers for new business, consider participating in MCAA's next Green Building Webinar, Building High Performance Data Centers, on September 27 at 1:00 p.m. Eastern time. Data centers represent a large amount of mechanical work for contractors as they require significant cooling loads for operation. This seminar, led by Matt Gregg, PE, LEED AP of the McKinstry Company (Seattle, WA) will talk about methods for increasing efficiency within these facilities and using the upcoming LEED rating system for data centers. There is no fee; participation is a benefit of MCAA membership. Register at https://mcaa.webex.com.
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JUST A FEW SPACES REMAIN IN AIPM FOR YOUR MOST EXPERIENCED PROJECT MANAGERS
If you have been planning to send your top project managers to the Advanced Institute for Project Management (AIPM), register them soon because spaces are going quickly. AIPM is designed to build on the knowledge and skills that your best project managers have acquired from their many years of successfully managing projects. The program will enhance their effectiveness on the job site, in dealing with customers and crew and in handling project challenges. Taught by our industry's top experts, AIPM Class 9 curriculum includes team building, keeping customers for life, legal issues, staying on top of schedules and productivity impacts, avoiding litigation, operational management, insurance and bonding, goal setting, and much more. MCAA recommends that you send only graduates of the Institute for Project Management with some project management experience or advanced project managers with considerable experience. To register for AIPM Class 9 (January 20-25, 2013 at the University of Texas in Austin, TX), please contact Beth Miller at bmiller@mcaa.org.
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NEXT QUALIFIED-LEVEL ARC FLASH SAFETY TRAINING WEBINAR IS SEPTEMBER 17!
If you or your staff were unable to participate in the previous NFPA 70E Qualified-Level Arc Flash Safety Training webinars, two more opportunities are coming up on September 17, 2012 at 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Eastern time. This webinar is designed for MCAA/MSCA members' employees who are potentially exposed to live conductors of 50 volts of electricity or more during their workday and is ideal for mechanical service technicians working on units that push 480 volts. Presented by the Hilgeman Group, the session covers all OSHA and NFPA requirements, best practices and NFPA's recent changes to the 70E requirements and provides participants with real-world accident information that will reinforce the importance of this training. All participants will receive customized training certificates. This training is available at a special rate for MCAA/MSCA members and, most important, could save lives. Register today at ahilgeman@frontier.com.
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