Arizona Masonry Council

What Arizona Masonry Council does

Arizona Masonry Council (AMC) is a Chandler, Arizona-based non-profit trade association serving the state's masonry industry. Formed in 2019 through the merger of the Arizona Masonry Guild and the Arizona Masonry Contractors Association, AMC operates as the unified industry body for masonry contractors, building materials suppliers, architects, and developers working in Arizona. Its core service lines are workforce development (Apprenticeship Program, Leadership Development Program, Machine Operators Program, and certified classes in 1st Aid/CPR, Silica, Scaffold, Foreman Training, and Blueprint Reading), contractor certification (NCCER CORE training), codes and standards resources (AMG Standard 107, Job Site Inspection Services, Bid Request), government relations advocacy, and industry events (Excellence in Masonry Awards, Masonry Design Summit, Annual Meeting, Apprentice Grad Dinner, Masonry Expo). The organization also conducts workforce outreach at technical schools (West-MEC, EVIT, VACTE, NAU) and supports SkillsUSA competitions across Arizona.

The association's distinctive technical asset is AMG Standard 107, a quality-level specification document defining three workmanship tiers (Economy, Standard, Custom) that becomes contractually binding when referenced in project specifications. AMC generates revenue through membership dues, training and certification fees, and event sponsorships, with a tiered sponsorship structure (Diamond, Premier, Partner) anchored by Diamond Masonry and five Premier sponsors including JG Block CO LLC, Oldcastle APG, Sargon, Sun Valley Masonry, and Yavapai Block. The organization is led by Executive Director Dawn Rogers, with Amanda Bedian as Director of Business Development and Ryan Gray as Workforce Development and Training Coordinator. AMC also engages with the federal National Concrete Masonry Products Board and the Concrete Masonry Checkoff Program to represent Arizona's regional interests in national concrete masonry research, education, and promotion.

Name

Arizona Masonry Council

Legal name

Arizona Masonry Council

Website

https://azmasonry.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Arizona Masonry Council is a Chandler, Arizona-based non-profit trade association serving the state's masonry industry. Formed by merger, it provides workforce development, contractor certification, building code and material standards advocacy, and industry events to masonry contractors, suppliers, architects, and developers throughout Arizona.

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Product category

Trade Association Services

NAICS

Professional Organizations (81392), Business Associations (813910), Masonry Contractors (23814), Masonry Contractors (238140)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Construction - Special Trade Contractors (1700)

akta.pro primary industry

Technical Community Colleges (Applied/CTE-Focused) (EDAHADAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Masonry Accessories & Reinforcement (Lintels, Ties, Mesh, Rebar) (IMADABAK), Masonry Repointing & Mortar Joint Repair (HSAGALAH), Stonework & Masonry (Stone Veneer, Brick, Block) (HSAIACAI)

Keywords

• Masonry trade association
• Construction workforce development
• Contractor certification programs
• Building code advocacy
• Apprenticeship training services

Headquarters

HQ city

Chandler

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Trade association representing Arizona's masonry industry, formed by merger of Arizona Masonry Guild and Arizona Masonry Contractors Association. Revenue derived from member dues and service fees.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Arizona Masonry Council is a non-profit trade association that supports Arizona's masonry industry through workforce development (apprenticeship, leadership, machine operator training, and skill classes), contractor certification, building code and material standards advocacy (including the proprietary AMC Standard 107 quality standard), government relations, and signature industry events such as the Excellence in Masonry Awards, DesignSummit, Annual Meeting, and Masonry Expo. The organization is funded primarily through membership dues and event sponsorships and serves masonry contractors, suppliers, architects, developers, and aspiring tradespeople across Arizona.

Product overview

Arizona Masonry Council is a trade association serving the Arizona masonry industry through a unified portfolio of services. The organization operates as a single entity resulting from the merger of the Arizona Masonry Guild and Arizona Masonry Contractors Association. Its core offerings include workforce development programs (Apprenticeship Program, Leadership Development Program, Machine Operators Program, and Classes), contractor certification, codes and standards resources (AMG Standard 107, Job Site Inspection Services, Bid Request services), and government relations advocacy. The council also organizes major industry events including the Excellence in Masonry Awards, DesignSummit, Annual Meeting, Masonry Expo, and Apprentice Grad Dinner. Training classes cover 1st Aid/CPR, Silica, Scaffold, Foreman Training, and Blueprint Reading.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Contractor Certification
• Apprenticeship Program
• Leadership Development Program
• Machine Operators Program
• Skills Training Classes (1st Aid/CPR, Silica, Scaffold, Foreman Training, Blueprint Reading)
• AMC Standard 107 Quality Standard Defines three levels of workmanship and materials for masonry projects: Economy, Standard, and Custom. Advisory when used alone, becomes binding when referenced in Contract Document specifications.
• Job Site Inspection Services Masonry workmanship reviews for Arizona structures to provide opinions on conformity to project specifications.
• Bid Request Service Service connecting project owners with licensed masonry contractors for bidding on projects.
• Building Code & Material Standards Advocacy
• Government Relations & Legislative Advocacy
• Membership (Diamond, Premier, Partner tiers)

Quantifiable outcome

• Reached 500+ students through career fairs and advisory meetings in workforce development efforts
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature1 record

Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Diamond MasonryflagshipOthersDiamond level annual sponsor of Arizona Masonry Council, providing premier financial support for industry events and programs.
• JG Block CO LLCcoreOthersPremier sponsor and member of AMC. Excellence in Masonry 2026 recipient. Masonry contractor owned by Justen Gibbs serving general contractors and developers.
• Oldcastle APGcoreOthersPremier sponsor of Arizona Masonry Council. Building materials company.
• SargoncoreOthersPremier sponsor of Arizona Masonry Council.
• Sun Valley MasonrycoreOthersPremier sponsor of Arizona Masonry Council.
• Yavapai BlockcoreOthersPremier sponsor of Arizona Masonry Council.
• West-MECcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnical education partner. AMC conducts workforce outreach at West-MEC campuses including Southwest campus (20 students) and Northeast campus.
• EVIT (East Valley Institute of Technology)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnical education partner. AMC visited EVIT reaching 60 students before end of school year to introduce masonry careers.
• VACTE (Verde Valley Career and Technical Education)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnical education partner in Cottonwood, AZ. AMC conducted masonry training for students including pizza oven construction project.
• NAU (Northern Arizona University)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partner for industry collaboration and workforce development.
• SEAoA (Structural Engineers Association of Arizona)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerAMC sponsors SEAoA Conference and presents on masonry design and construction value to packed rooms of structural engineers.
• Mesa Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partner for apprenticeship and training programs.
• BesserminorOthersIndustry partner supporting AMC training programs.
• Block-LiteminorOthersIndustry partner supporting AMC training programs.
• ColumbiaminorOthersIndustry partner supporting AMC training programs.
• Hobbs MasonrycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWon AIA Award 2022 for World of Concrete Pavilion, partnering with LAST Architects and Caruso Turley Scott. Team created demonstration pavilion showcasing aesthetic value and creativity of masonry.
• LAST ArchitectscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWon AIA Award 2022 for World of Concrete Pavilion, partnering with Hobbs Masonry and Caruso Turley Scott.
• Caruso Turley ScottcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWon AIA Award 2022 for World of Concrete Pavilion, partnering with Hobbs Masonry and LAST Architects.
• U.S. Department of CommercecoreOthersOversees the National Concrete Masonry Products Board and Concrete Masonry Checkoff Program. AMC remains active to ensure Arizona region benefits from federal checkoff program.
• National Concrete Masonry Products BoardcoreOthersIndustry-funded board appointed by U.S. Secretary of Commerce for research, education, and promotion of concrete masonry products. Includes Ryan Ross (Block-Lite) and Dwayne Aucoin (State Block Inc.) from Western region.
• SkillsUSAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAMC supports SkillsUSA regional competitions in Yuma, Prescott, Peoria, Mesa, and Holbrook, helping students prepare for nationals.
• NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAMC offers NCCER CORE training. Peoria High School Construction program won NCCER Core Toolbox Grant under instructor Dave Severn.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA): National trade association representing manufacturers of concrete masonry products. Comparable to AMC's industry focus and checkoff program engagement, but representing producers rather than contractors at a national level.
• International Masonry Institute (IMI): National labor-management cooperative offering apprenticeship training, technical support, and craft curriculum for the masonry industry. Comparable to AMC's apprenticeship function but at national scope with union mandate.
• Brick Industry Association (BIA): National trade association for the clay brick industry offering technical resources, design support, and advocacy. Comparable to AMC as a masonry-focused association, with broader national scope and clay-specific focus.
• Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA): National trade association for masonry contractors offering training, certification, and advocacy. Directly comparable to AMC as a peer trade body, but operating at national scope rather than Arizona-only.

Direct peers

• Masonry Association of Florida: Florida state masonry trade association providing workforce development, codes/standards, and advocacy. Directly comparable to AMC in mission and service mix, regional peer in another Sun Belt state.
• Texas Masonry Council: State-level masonry trade association serving Texas contractors and suppliers. Closest peer to AMC in structure, services, and state-level advocacy, but operating in a different geography.

Regional players

• Carolinas Masonry Association: Regional masonry trade association serving the Carolinas. Comparable to AMC as a multi-state regional body providing similar services (training, apprenticeship, advocacy).
• Arizona Builders Alliance: Arizona construction industry association representing general contractors and trade contractors. Comparable to AMC as a state-level Arizona construction association, though broader than masonry-only.

Others

• National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER): National provider of construction craft training curricula and credentials, including NCCER CORE training offered by AMC. Comparable as a training/credentialing infrastructure provider serving the masonry trades.
• West-MEC (Western Maricopa Education Center): Arizona technical education district and AMC partner that hosts masonry CTE programs. Comparable as an educator in the masonry workforce pipeline, though not a trade association.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ArizonaMasonry
• Facebookfacebook.com/ArizonaMasonryCouncil
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/arizona-masonry-council
• Instagraminstagram.com/azmasonrycouncil/?hl=en

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

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