Marble Institute of America Launches Midwest Chapter
The Marble Institute of America has announced the Midwest Stone Fabricators Association (MWSFA) will become the MIA Midwest Chapter.
The goal of the chapter will be to increase educational offerings and networking opportunities to stone professionals in the region (Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin).
During the next 18 months of operation, the Midwest Chapter plans to offer 6 educational courses. Offerings during this period could include:
- MIA Midwest Chapter Kickoff Event
- Midwest Stone Summit
- Geology in the Natural Stone Industry
- Panel Discussion of Key Industry Issues
- A Technical Session on Stone Installation
- CEU for Architects and Designers
The MIA Midwest Chapter joins the MIA NY Metro Chapter and the MIA Toronto Chapter as the third chapter in the program. Like the other MIA Chapters, the Midwest Chapter will hold quarterly meetings.
Jim Hieb of the Marble Institute said, “This is a great opportunity for the MIA to provide strong educational programming to stone professionals in the region. The MIA looks forward to working with regional members to create a dynamic curriculum which provides benefits for every segment of the industry.”
To find more information about the MIA Midwest chapter, please go to the chapter website at www.marble-institute.com/midwest. You can also contact Aaron Dahnke at adahnke@marble-institute.com.
The MIA offers an industry accreditation program for fabricators and installers and is a leading promoter of stone usage in the commercial and residential marketplaces, producing consumer education materials on the use of natural stone and its proper care and maintenance. More information can be found on the association’s website: http://www.marble-institute.com.