Our Mission

The Minnesota Concrete Council (MCC) is dedicated to advancing education, technical practice, scientific investigation and research into cast-in-place construction by organizing the efforts of its members for a non-profit public service.

MCC was created to bring proven methods and new ideas together, to educate its members on how to improve the quality and use of concrete in structures, and to educate decision-makers on the benefits of quality concrete construction.

One of the keys to MCC's success is its diverse membership. Because suppliers, contractors, designers and owners participate at monthly meetings and on its board of directors, and address current issues as topic speakers and participants on MCC research projects, we are able to bring together the best of talent and materials, in a highly fragmented industry, and work on a common goal of improving the quality of concrete for the end user.

 

What have you gained from your involvement with MCC?X
I have gained invaluable resources by being a member of MCC. There has been a long history of superior educational benefits of MCC membership, and the professional network is second to none in the region.

- Greg Bauer, PE
Concrete Paving Association of Minnesota

Why would you recommend MCC to others?X
People don’t know what they’re missing! MCC has a tradition at its breakfast meetings that all attendees stand up and introduce themselves and tell everyone what they do. When you see the players in that room, you realize how important it is to be there. If you’re in this industry, you need contacts and resources. And they’re all in that room!

- Dean Stroschein
Knutson Construction

What have you gained from your involvement with MCC?X
From a professional perspective, I increase my knowledge base on issues that face customers and owners. It has helped me serve my customers and provide possible solutions for problems in the field. On a personal level, I continue to make new friends and enjoy the camaraderie of the group.

- Daniel Beskar
GCP Applied Technologies

What have you gained from your involvement with MCC?X
Besides the best education around, the biggest value of actively being involved in the MCC is the ability to network with all of the top people in our industry. The opportunities to engage top industry professional and learn from their institutional knowledge are endless.

- Josh Edwards, PE
AVR Inc. & Affiliates

Why would you recommend MCC to others? X
My involvement with MCC helps me connect with people and learn what goes on in the industry outside of my scope of work.

- Megan Huberty
American Engineering Testing

Highlights

EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Over 1,500 people have attended MCC continuing education programs in 2022. MCC provided over 20 hours of professional development hours (continuing education) opportunities in 2022. MCC hosted six breakfast meetings, and additional site tour opportunities. 

SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISERS

In January, 2023, MCC awarded seven scholarships to students in Construction Management and Engineering Programs. The Construction Management Scholarships went to Jeremy O'Connor, Hans Stelpfulg, and Cindy Wuddah.
The Terry Swor Honorary Engineering Scholarships were awarded to Matthew Kassella, Chandler Lallak, Noah Struck, and Genevieve Tester.
The Minnesota Concrete Council also donated $1,000 to the Concrete Industry Management Program at South Dakota State University. 

RESEARCH

The current MCC study that the research committee is working on is "Performance of Recycled Aggregate Concrete." The study explores concrete made from two different sources - recycled concrete aggregate (RCA) and crushed concrete aggregate (CCA) at two different replacement rates.