METALCON
METALCON launches 40 Under 40 Recognition Program
Recognizing the rising leaders shaping the industry. METALCON has launched its new 40 Under 40 Recognition Program, highlighting rising leaders driving the future of metal construction. Forty professionals, age 40 and under, will be honored for their work influencing projects, teams and processes – from jobsites and fabrication floors to engineering and ...
Construction faces opportunity and headwinds in a two-speed economy
By Fiona Maguire-O’Shea, METALCON. Keynote insights highlight rising costs, uneven demand and sectors driving construction forward. Before leaders of the metal building industry in Colorado Springs, Colorado, keynote speaker Anirban Basu, a widely respected industry economist, underscored both the opportunities and headwinds facing construction: the U.S. economy is still growing, but ...
Explore the rise of barndominiums in modern construction
By The Coffee Shops. Attendees of this METALCON Live! will gain a deeper understanding of materials, collaboration and opportunities in barndominium construction. On May 20, 2026, MetalCoffeeShop® will host a METALCON Live! panel titled “Barndominiums: Building Smarter With Metal,” bringing together industry experts to explore how this fast-growing segment ...
In memory of Mark James
Honoring Mark's life and accomplishments. We are deeply saddened to share that my longtime pillar of the metal building community Mark James passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026. Mark is survived by his wife of 55 years Paula, his son Jarrod, his grandchildren Brooklyn, Harley, Julian and his great-grandson Trevon. ...
Call for Presentations for METALCON 2026
Your Voice, Our Platform Thank you for your interest in presenting at METALCON 2026, the premier global event dedicated to the use of metal in design and construction. We are seeking dynamic speakers who can educate, engage, and inspire our audience with impactful, practical content that enhances the METALCON experience. Presentation Opportunities We ...
Contributing at a higher level
By Jenny Yu. Heidi J. Ellsworth has been elected as one of the new NRCA directors. Here at The Coffee Shops™, we are proud to share that our president and CEO, Heidi J. Ellsworth, has been elected as one of the new National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) directors. The ...
METALCON delivers on training, community impact and metal-focused education
By Jenny Yu. The show’s growth in technical education and charitable outreach demonstrates why it remains a cornerstone event for the metal construction industry. Another successful METALCON is in the books, and the conversations leading up to the event offered valuable insight into why the show continues to resonate with ...
Fundador y CEO de S-5! es reconocido con el MCA’s Patrick R. Bush Service Award
Este premio, creado en honor a Patrick R. Bush, reconoce el liderazgo y el servicio que contribuyen al avance de la industria de la construcción metálica. S-5! anunció que su fundador y director ejecutivo, Rob Haddock, ha sido galardonado con el Premio Patrick R. Bush al Servicio, otorgado por la Metal ...
S-5! founder and CEO honored with MCA’s Patrick R. Bush Service Award
Established in honor of Patrick R. Bush, the award celebrates leadership and service that advance the metal construction industry. S-5! announced that its Founder and CEO, Rob Haddock, has received the Patrick R. Bush Service Award from the Metal Construction Association (MCA). The honor was presented on January 14 during the ...
Educate, inspire and lead at METALCON 2026
By METALCON. METALCON is searching for knowledgeable speakers to help shape its 2026 learning experience. METALCON 2026 is inviting industry experts to take the stage at the world’s leading event for metal design and construction, calling on thought leaders who can deliver education-driven sessions with real-world value. As the global ...
