The Association Executives Council (AEC) community is a select, high-impact audience of senior association executives who lead and manage MCAA-affiliated local associations across the United States. These professionals are the decision-makers and trusted influencers responsible for shaping how MCAA programs, industry initiatives, and member services are delivered at the local level.
AEC members provide expertise in labor relations, fund management, education, networking, and advocacy—ensuring local associations remain strong, valuable resources for their contractors. Through collaboration and shared best practices, the AEC supports executive leaders in navigating challenges, strengthening union relationships, and advancing the success of contractors and their associations nationwide.
LEADERSHIP
John Rayburn
Glenn Rex
Scot Stoltenberg
FEATURED EVENT
2026 AEC Best Practices Conference
July 27-29, 2026
Sonoma, CA
Save the date for the AEC Best Practices Conference, where local association executives come together to learn from peers, share proven strategies, and gain practical tools to lead stronger, more effective organizations.
LATEST NEWS
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A Redesigned MCAA.org Launches April 7: What Members Need to Know
On April 7, MCAA will launch a redesigned MCAA.org, created to make it easier for members to find information, access resources, and stay connected with the association.
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Notes from Austin: AIPM’s Newest Grads Share Their Thoughts
After a January winter storm forced a last-minute reschedule, 39 dedicated industry professionals had waited two extra months to finally join us in Austin, TX. We hope that for this year’s AIPM students, last week was worth the wait! We are grateful for all the enthusiasm and energy they brought to the classroom – a…
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2025-2026 Educator of the Year Winner – Jonathan Bluey
The student chapter members at Virginia Tech proudly nominated Jonathan Bluey for the MCAA 2025-2026 Educator of the Year award based on his mentoring, mechanical industry knowledge, participation in chapter activities, and involvement in the creation of student-focused networking opportunities and collaboration with local MCA of Metropolitan Washington contractor members. In addition to a trophy,…
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2025-2026 Student Chapter of the Year Winner – California State University, Chico
California State University, Chico was awarded the 2025-2026 MCAA Student Chapter of the Year award for their continued achievement and overall focus on offering career opportunities in mechanical contracting to their student membership. The award was presented at the MCAA26 Awards of Excellence Breakfast on March 18th in Phoenix, AZ.
