b'work ahead, and together we can continue to lead withexpertise, consistency, and purpose. Thank you for the professionalism you bring to thisassociation and for the commitment you show to thisMessage from the President industry every day. I wish you and your families apeaceful, restorative and Merry filled Christmas season, Carl Petersen and a New Year filled with good health, steady work, and time with those who matter most. Warm regards, Carl Petersen Hello everyone, As 2025 comes to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on the past year and share my appreciation for each of you. Im grateful for the opportunity to work alongside such skilled and dedicated professionals who reflect the strength and integrity of themechanical insulation industry. I think there has been steady progress for MICA and our members this year. From technical manual MICALEADERSHIP: discussions to our Spring and Fall meetings, tocontinued outreach to engineers, manufacturers, PresidentCarl Petersen distributors and contractors, working to keep the Delta Thermal Services, Mankato, MN visibility and importance of mechanical insulation inPresident-ElectGordon Vierck the forefront across the region.Luse Thermal Technologies, Aurora, IL. One of the highlights of the year for me was seeingVice-PresidentTim Hughey our members show up and step up to participate atColorado Mechanical Insulation, Englewood, CO. various levels. Meeting attendance has been a bit lower than previous years, and we remain committedAssociate PresidentKris Scheller to increasing engagement, participation, and Extol of Ohio, Carmel, IN membership as we move forward.Immediate Past President Kevin Rambo Our members willingness to stay currentwhetherF&H Insulation Services, Kechi, KS through materials knowledge, updated specifications,MICABOARD OF DIRECTORS: or improved practiceshelps ensure the long-term strength of our field. Your commitment to continuousLee Stuckenschmidt, Systems Undercover, Inc. improvement is something we take great pride in asEaton, CO an association.Matt Hymer, Midwest Materials Co. Looking ahead, we anticipate the release of the 10thJoplin, MOEdition MICA Standards Manual in Spring 2026.Pete Rhoutsong, Hybroco Sales, Inc. This new edition will reflect our strengthened part- Nashville, TNnership with TIAC and ACIT, establishing it as theAdam Sease, Gagnon Inc.unified North American Commercial & IndustrialBettendorf, IAInsulation Standards Manual. Since the release ofChad Brueggeman, L&C Insulation the 9th edition, countless hours of discussion and LaCrosse, WI collaboration have shaped this update. As we enterPhil Rosendahl, HTH Companies, Inc 2026, your support and use of the manual will be Union, MO essential in maintaining it as the trusted resource forAdam DeGraaf, Industrial Construction &our industry.Engineering, St. Peters, MO In preparation for a new year, our priorities remainAndrew Davis, Cornerstone Services Group clear: strengthen industry standards, support Omaha, NE contractor success, and promote the essential role Mike Bartelt, Bartelt Insulation Suppy mechanical insulation plays in system performance,Appleton, WI safety, and energy conservation. There is meaningful 4'