Excellence in Masonry Celebrating the Strength and Beauty of our Industry 2026 Awards Program We celebrated the 34th Annual Excellence in Masonry Architectural Awards on April 24, 2026 at The Arizona Biltmore. Congratulations to all of the 2026 winners! See previous year's winners... 2022 2023 2024 Sponsorship Thanks to this year's sponsors! Diamond Trowel Sponsors Platinum Trowel Sponsors Award Sponsors Thanks to our additional sponsors... Father & Son Masonry Easy Spred Natural Exteriors Paragon Blade Techs Equipment & Repair Salt River Materials Group LHoist North America ACM Chemicals Yavapai Block Line and Space, LLC Concrete Designs

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Throughout the year we have training classes for AMC Members, awards banquets, recognition dinners, and competitions. Check out all of our upcoming events here. AMC EVENTS Multiple Dates Module 5: Mastering Masonry Details: Material Meaning - Masonry & the Language of Architecture Thu, Sep 17 Kitchell Contractors Training Room More info Buy Tickets Ongoing Member Training Silica Training Loading days... From 25 US dollars From $25 Book Now First Aid and CPR Training/Certification Loading days... From 25 US dollars From $25 Book Now Scaffold Training Loading days... From 25 US dollars From $25 Book Now Leadership Development Loading days... From 25 US dollars From $25 Book Now Blueprint Reading Loading days... From 25 US dollars From $25 Book Now

Fastest Trowel on the Block Masonry Skills Challenge - 2022 The 2022 Event was held Saturday, October 22, 2022 at Superlite Block - 6741 West German Road, Chandler, AZ 85226 Check out the Winners! Return to Current Year Event MASONRY SKILLS CHALLENGE - 2022 The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) Region G Masonry Skills Challenge showcases the training of first, second and third-year masonry apprentices and high school construction education students. In this competition, contestants are given a project drawing appropriate to their skill level and must lay out and construct the project in three hours. The winners of the masonry apprentice’s competition are then entered to compete in the MCAA National Skills Challenge at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry in Las Vegas, NV (January 2023). 1st Place Roberto Cimental Arizona State Masonry 2nd Place Alvaro Perez Sargon Masonry 3rd Place Gerardo Patlan Adams Fence FASTEST TROWEL ON THE BLOCK COMPETITION Fastest Trowel on the Block competition will showcase the best of Arizona’s journeymen masons alongside their favorite tender. Each contestant’s goal is to build the largest block wall, using 8” x 8” x 16” CMU with only the mortar provided – in 20 minutes! Contestants must excel in both speed and craftsmanship. First Year Apprentices 1st Place - Justino Garcia Hobbs Masonry 2nd Place - Alvaro Landaverde, Sutter Masonry 3rd Place - Daniel Almaraz, Hobbs Masonry Second Year Apprentices 1st Place - Ruben Rodriguez Hobbs Masonry 2nd Place -John Haynes Atlas Masonry 3rd Place - Juan Mendez Recreate Companies Third Year Apprentices 1st Place - Steve Kozel Sutter Masonry 2nd Place - Alexis Cuen Hobbs Masonry 3rd Place - Oscar Montano Sun Valley Masonry High School Students 1st Place - Caleb Peterson Canyon Del Oro High School 2nd Place - Jordan Michael West MEC Verrado 3rd Place - Octavio Tello West MEC Verrado Thank You 2022 Sponsors!

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Excellence in Masonry 2022 We celebrated the 31st Annual Excellence in Masonry Architectural Awards on September 30th, 2022, at The Scottsdale Resort, McCormick Ranch. Return View photos from the event on Google Photos - Click Here Thank You to our 2022 Sponsors! Diamond

Masonry Skills Challenge Highschool Registration The Masonry Skills Challenge showcases the training of first, second and third-year masonry apprentices and high school construction education students. In this competition, contestants are given a project drawing appropriate to their skill level and must lay out and construct the project in three hours. Register Now Date - 10/28/2023 Time - 7:00 am - 2:00 pm Location - Superlite Block Lone Butte REQUIREMENTS Contestants must be currently in any local Arizona high school to compete. ENTRY FEE None Check-in: 6:30 AM Contestant Meeting: 7:00 AM Duration: 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM MUST COMPLETE LIABILITY WAIVER PRIOR TO COMPETITION - Email Waiver to Cassie@azmasonry.org when complete Competition Rules Items to Bring Liability Release Form Registration TEACHER INFORMATION First Name School Last Name Phone Email STUDENT INFORMATION Student 1 First Name Student 1 Email Student 2 First Name Student 2 Email Student 3 First Name Student 3 Email Student 4 First Name Student 4 Email Student 5 First Name Student 5 Email Student 6 First Name Student 6 Email Student 7 First Name Student 7 Email Student 8 First Name Student 8 Email Student 1 Last Name Student 1 T-Shirt Size Choose an option Student 2 Last Name Student 2 T-Shirt Size Choose an option Student 3 Last Name Student 3 T-Shirt Size Choose an option Student 4 Last Name Student 4 T-Shirt Size Choose an option Student 5 Last Name Student 5 T-Shirt Size Choose an option Student 6 Last Name Student 6 T-Shirt Size Choose an option Student 7 Last Name Student 7 T-Shirt Size Choose an option Student 8 Last Name Student 8 T-Shirt Size Choose an option Register

Masonry Apprenticeship INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE ABOUT OUR APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM? AMC has the most effective and efficient program in the state of Arizona, and now is the time to invest in our future workforce. Please call (602) 262-0510 or email support@azmasonry.org SEND AN EMAIL Not Accepting Applications - Check Back Frequently asked questions Why is apprenticeship important? Apprenticeship helps to maintain the quality of the Masonry profession by providing certified skills through a standardized process. Employers actively participating in Apprenticeship have a competitive advantage, as Apprenticeship establishes partnerships with employers and employees. It takes under-skilled or semi-skilled workers to the experienced level. What are the benefits of becoming an apprentice? Apprentices receive formalized training under experienced supervision. They earn as they learn new and improved skills to become more competitive in the job market. A progressive wage schedule helps ensure they are receiving raises every six months (based on performance reviews). Apprentices graduate from this three-year program with increased job security and nationally recognized Journeyman credentials. What are the benefits to the employer? Employers have more satisfied customers due to increased quality of workmanship. A reservoir of skilled workers becomes available for future needs of the company, and their workforce becomes more flexible through higher skill diversification. Costs are decreased through an increase in productivity and a graduated pay scale in proportion to skill levels. Apprenticeship is a great recruiting tool and demonstrates an “I Care” attitude, improving employer-employee relations. Employees are more motivated, and turnover and absenteeism are reduced. What are the benefits to the industry? The Masonry Industry benefits from an increased number of skilled laborers. Apprenticeship fills the gaps that will inevitably occur in this challenging economy. As we all know, cutbacks are currently on the rise and older masons are retiring. When enough employers invest in workforce development programs, future challenges can be overcome. AMC has the most effective and efficient program in the state of Arizona, and now is the time to invest in our future workforce. Download More Information Is a Career in Masonry Right For Me? 10 Reasons to Join the Masonry Team Apprenticeship Program Application Apprenticeship Program Brochure Ready to take the next step? Not Accepting Applications - Check Back EEO Pledge Arizona Masonry Council will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years old or older. Arizona Masonry Council will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30.

2023 Fastest Trowel on the Block and Masonry Skills Challenge Was held on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at Superlite Block - 6741 West German Road, Chandler, AZ 85226 Check out the Winners! Return to Current Year Event MASONRY SKILLS CHALLENGE The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) Region G Masonry Skills Challenge showcases the training of first, second and third-year masonry apprentices and high school construction education students. In this competition, contestants are given a project drawing appropriate to their skill level and must lay out and construct the project in three hours. The winners of the masonry apprentice’s competition are then entered to compete in the MCAA National Skills Challenge at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry in Las Vegas, NV (January 2024). 2023 WINNERS 1st Year Apprentices 1st Place Paul Flores CJS Enterprises 2nd Place Michael Pierce Sun Valley Masonry 3rd Place Brallam Vasquez Recreate Companies 2nd Year Apprentices 1st Place Alvarado Landaverde Sutter Masonry 2nd Place Austin Tsosie Sutter Masonry 3rd Place Justino Garcia Hobbs Masonry 3rd Year Apprentices 1st Place Ruben Rodriguez Hobbs Masonry 2nd Place Gilberto Davila Rare Breed Masonry 3rd Place John Haynes Atlas Masonry Highschool Students 1st Place Brad Mahoney Canyon Del Oro 2nd Place Kate McEvan Canyon Del Oro 3rd Place Josh Gilstrap Sauharita FASTEST TROWEL ON THE BLOCK COMPETITION Fastest Trowel on the Block competition will showcase the best of Arizona’s journeymen masons alongside their favorite tender. Each contestant’s goal is to build the largest block wall, using 8” x 8” x 16” CMU with only the mortar provided – in 20 minutes! Contestants must excel in both speed and craftsmanship. 2023 WINNERS 1st Place Roberto Cimental JG Block Co. 2nd Place Gerardo Patlan Armenta Masonry 3rd Place Luis Centeno Sargon Masonry Thanks to our 2023 Sponsors! Special thanks to our site host - Superlite, and to Superlite, Amerimix, Marvel, and General Shale for being our material sponsors Equipment Sponsor Equipment Sponsor Gold Sponsor Bronze Sponsor Prize Sponsor Raffle Sponsor Raffle Sponsor

Join us at our annual networking event for members of the Arizona Masonry Council. The event beginsThursday evening at the Little America Hotel in Flagstaff, AZ, with an opening reception, and continues on Friday with sessions on Leadership Development, a Mid-year Marketing Forecast, a Discussion on Masonry from a Designers Perspective, and a group dinner that includes the presentation of the Clem Hellmann Award. The event is followed by a meeting of the Board of Directors. Sponsorships Available Multiple Dates 31 DAYS TO THE EVENT Module 5: Mastering Masonry Details: Material Meaning - Masonry & the Language of Architecture When Sep 17, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Where Kitchell Contractors Training Room, 2231 E. Camelback Road, Suite 400 Phoenix, AZ 85016 Buy Tickets THANKS TO THIS YEAR'S SPONSORS! RESERVE YOUR ROOM AT LITTLE AMERICA HOTEL Reserve Now No plans available Once there are plans available for purchase, you’ll see them here.

Fastest Trowel Competitor Registration Competitor Information First name* Last name* Company name* Email* Phone* Competitor Shirt Size* Choose one Tender Information each competitor must supply their own tender for the competition Tender First and Last Name* Tender Phone Number* Tender Shirt Size* Choose one Volunteer Information Each competitor must supply a volunteer at the event - this cannot be the same person as the tender. In lieu of providing a Volunteer, you can pay the Registration Fee of $250. Confirm registration choice I will pay the $250 Registration Fee selected below and am ready to complete my registration I will provide a Volunteer and enter the information below Registration Fee* $0 $250