Walking through my neighborhood in Chicago, past buildings I have seen every day for the past 10 years, has taken on completely new meaning for me. I used to see a rundown corner store- now I see a wall in dire need of a Dutchman treatment, and the high school across the way is no longer a noisy nuisance, but a beautiful example of Prairie Style architecture.
I firmly believe in setting intentional and realistic goals to ensure success, and it is my goal for 2020 that Bronzella, Dan, and I push the envelope to take our publications to the next level. In addition to rolling out daily digital content, we are hard at work to extend our reach and cement our position as the leading industry information source. Like a team of mason contractors, we are building brick by brick from the foundation up to preserve the colorful history of this honorable profession.
This month’s issue is full of fantastic content. From the Gear of the Year Guide, which highlights the year’s best products and services, to a recap of some of the most popular articles in the Year in Review, we’ve done our due diligence in bringing you a comprehensive look at this year’s finest content.
Looking forward, I am thrilled to be attending my first Excellent in Masonry Architectural Awards on December 7th, the AIAS Forum in Toronto at the end of the month, and then, of course, World of Concrete! There is never a dull moment here at the MCAA, and since I love being busy, I think I’ve finally found a new place to call home.