b'Making Connections On behalf of the MRCA Board of Directors, welcome to Rosemont,IL, and the MRCA 62nd Annual Conference. We\'re glad you\'re here and we believe the investment you\'ve made to be here is a good business decision. This week\'s program provides opportunities for you to connect witt.i.your roofing in peers as well as top suppliers and manufacturers and learn from dustry some of the best contractors and professionals in the industry. Our educational program will provide you with the most up-to-date information on the International Green Construction Code, OSHA Fall Protection, best practices in safety management, and so much more. Take advantage especiallyour of being here and attend these important educational programs. Iencourageyoung contractors to get involved in the special programs we have designed for you. MRCA is committed to helping the future leaders of the industry become the best th can be. ey On Thursday we\'ll recognize the industry leaders, including the 2011Mccawley Award recipient, during our MRCA Awards Luncheon. Join us for the celebration and a special keynote address from Dave Harrison of Harrison Management Consultants. Make sure to also spend time in the exhibit hall. Network with suppliers and learn how the new products and technologies available can help you improve your business. These companies are a great resource for information. While you\'re in the exhibit hall, stop by the MRCA booth to learn more about how MRCA is poised to help youthis industry. succeed in Again, thank you for being here and please enjoy the conference! James L. Ramser 2011President MRCA About MRCA The Midwest Roofing Contractors Associationis dedicated to the needs of roofing (MRCA) contractors and often is referred to in the industry as "The Contractor\'sate." MRCA has Advocbeen serving roofing contractors for more than 60 years by providing the necessary education and resources to help them grow and prosper in their businesses. MRCA provides members with an array of benefits including SHARP the well-respected safety , program; Midwest, our bimonthly magazine; a library of business forms and resources; access Rooferto legal advice specifically geared to roofing contractors\' concerns; industry-specific education; networking opportunities; renowned industry research from the MRCA Technical & Research Committee; and an understanding of the Midwest values under which our members operate. Stop byMRCA booth in the exhibit hall to learn more. the -- - -2'