the maryland asphalt association

What the maryland asphalt association does

The Maryland Asphalt Association, Inc. is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit trade association headquartered in Glen Burnie, Maryland. It serves asphalt producers, contractors, and associate members such as liquid-asphalt, equipment, aggregate, engineering, and consulting participants, as well as MDOT SHA, FHWA, county, and municipal personnel. Its core work includes advocacy on state and federal rules, technical specification input, compliance support, networking, and representation of member interests.

Members can access a monthly hot-mix asphalt price index, searchable Maryland plant-location directory, training programs, industry resources, and a membership directory. MAA's technical education includes a TalentLMS-based online Asphalt Field Technician Certification course with 45-day access, mailed study materials, and exam scheduling through MDOT SHA, plus a Superpave Levels I & II program offered on a waitlist basis. Its engagement products include the annual Paving Conference, Hot Mixer, Excellence in Paving Awards, videos, best-practices content, and the Maryland Women of Asphalt program.

Revenue comes primarily from annual membership dues, supplemented by one-time training fees of $550 for members and $750 for non-members and paid event registrations. Distribution combines direct membership enrollment, a self-serve online training platform, annual in-person events, newsletters, and an online and print membership directory. The operating model is therefore member-funded, with recurring dues anchoring the base and training and event services monetizing broader industry participation.

Name

the maryland asphalt association

Legal name

The Maryland Asphalt Association, Inc.

Website

https://mdasphalt.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1963

Operating status

Operating

Short description

The Maryland Asphalt Association is a statewide Maryland trade association serving asphalt producers, contractors, suppliers, consultants, and public agencies through regulatory advocacy, technical training, industry resources, networking, and recognition programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Trade Association Services

NAICS

Asphalt Paving Mixture and Block Manufacturing (324121), Asphalt Paving, Roofing, and Saturated Materials Manufacturing (32412)

SIC

Asphalt Paving & Roofing Materials (2950)

akta.pro primary industry

Asphalt Mixing & Paving Materials (Hot/Warm/Cold Mix, RAP/RAS Blends) (EUALAKAG)

Keywords

• Trade association services
• Asphalt industry advocacy
• Industry training certification
• Paving conference events
• Asphalt pavement standards

Headquarters

HQ city

Glen Burnie

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, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership dues from Producer, Contractor, and Associate members. Dues are tax-deductible under Section 162 of the Internal Revenue Code, with approximately 16.8% estimated as non-deductible due to lobbying activities.
2. Training and Certification Fees: Online asphalt field technician training at $550 for members and $750 for non-members. Includes course access, materials, and certification exam scheduling through MDOT SHA.
3. Event Registration Fees: Discounted registration fees for annual Paving Conference and other industry events for members.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Maryland Asphalt Association is a 501(c)(6) trade association that represents Maryland's asphalt producers, contractors, and associate members through industry advocacy, technical training, and annual events. It offers Asphalt Field Technician Certification training (online via TalentLMS), publishes a monthly Asphalt Index price tracking report, maintains a plant locations directory, and runs the Annual Paving Conference, Hot Mixer networking event, and Excellence in Paving Awards. The association partners with MDOT SHA and FHWA on specification development and regulatory engagement.

Product overview

The Maryland Asphalt Association is a 501(c)6 trade association offering a portfolio of services including an Asphalt Index for pricing, Asphalt Plant Locations directory, and Membership providing advocacy and technical support. Training programs include Asphalt Field Technician Training (online certification) and Superpave Levels I & II Training. Events include the annual Paving Conference, Hot Mixer networking event, and Excellence in Paving Awards. Additional resources include a Videos Library, Best Practices guides, and the Maryland Women of Asphalt program supporting industry diversity.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Maryland Women of Asphalt: A national coalition supporting women in all aspects of the asphalt industry through mentoring, education, and advocacy, encouraging women to seek careers in the asphalt industry. The Maryland branch uses networking and learning opportunities to lead and inspire women in the Maryland asphalt industry.

Products and services

• MAA Membership Annual membership program offering advocacy, technical support, networking, training discounts, and industry representation for asphalt producers, contractors, and associate members in Maryland.
• Asphalt Field Technician Certification Training Fully online certification training program for the Maryland Asphalt Field Technician certification. Includes 45-day course access, mailed study materials, and exam scheduling through MDOT SHA. Pricing: $550 for members, $750 for non-members. Includes reciprocity agreements with PennDOT and VDOT.
• Superpave Levels I & II Training Technical training program for Superpave asphalt mix design methodology, offered via waitlist once a participant threshold is reached.
• Asphalt Index Monthly pricing index for Hot Mix Asphalt (PG 64-22) that tracks prevailing prices to help members monitor and report costs.
• Asphalt Plant Locations Directory Searchable online directory of asphalt plant locations within Maryland to help users find nearby facilities.
• Annual Paving Conference Annual industry conference (in 2026 the 63rd edition) bringing together asphalt producers, contractors, MDOT SHA, FHWA, and municipal representatives with awards, presentations, and vendor displays. Typically draws 375-475+ attendees.
• Hot Mixer Networking Event Annual members-only social networking event featuring food, entertainment, and activities such as sporting clays and golf for members and invited guests.
• Excellence in Paving Awards Annual awards program recognizing outstanding asphalt paving projects in Maryland across categories including Primary Resurfacing, Secondary Resurfacing, County Resurfacing, Maryland Masterpiece Award, and Asphalt Sustainability.
• Maryland Women of Asphalt Program Maryland chapter of the national Women of Asphalt coalition supporting women in the asphalt industry through mentoring, education, advocacy, networking, and Lunch and Learn webinars (e.g., EPDs 101, Transportation Funding 101).
• Online Membership Directory Biennial membership directory published both online (via performancepublishing.net) and in print, providing member visibility and connection opportunities for asphalt industry companies.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 100 member companies representing asphalt producers, contractors, consulting engineers, and associates
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

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App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core, moderate and minor.

• MDOT State Highway Administration (SHA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1990SHA and MAA entered into a formal Partnering agreement during the 1990s. The mutual mission is to provide high-quality asphalt pavements at the lowest life-cycle costs with contractors making a fair profit by working as a team to help SHA design, produce, and construct asphalt pavements. Charter members included David A. Bramble, Bryn Awel, P. Flanigan, Genstar, Maryland Paving, and T.C. Simons.
• Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFHWA participates in MAA technical working groups and the Asphalt Quality Team, discussing specification development, deployment, and compliance. FHWA representatives also present at annual Paving Conferences.
• National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA)moderateGTM or Marketing PartnerNAPA's 'Pave It Black' podcast is promoted through MAA resources. MAA also participates in NAPA Hill Day events. MAA President Tim Smith serves as NAPA Maryland State Advisor.
• Women of Asphalt (National)moderateGTM or Marketing PartnerMaryland Women of Asphalt is the state branch of the national Women of Asphalt coalition, which supports women in all aspects of the asphalt industry through mentoring, education, and advocacy. MAA members receive free membership in MD WofA.
• Women of Asphalt SponsorsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsors include Allan Myers, American Paving Fabrics, Bitumar, Carter Machinery, David A. Bramble, Fort Myer, Gradeline, Gray and Son, Laney Companies, M. Luis, and P. Flanigan.
• MDOT SHA MARTCPcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMDOT SHA's MARTCP (Maryland Transportation Research and Training Center) administers the asphalt field technician certification exam. MAA provides online training with reciprocity agreements with PennDOT and VDOT.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA): National-level trade association for the asphalt pavement industry. Directly comparable as the federal counterpart to MAA; MAA's President serves as NAPA's Maryland State Advisor, evidencing the structural similarity in advocacy, training, and member-service missions.
• Asphalt Institute: International trade association focused on asphalt binder and petroleum-related technical standards. Comparable to MAA in its industry-development and technical-training mission, though operating at the binder/specification level rather than paving contractor level.
• Associated General Contractors of America (AGC): Broad national construction-industry trade association with overlapping membership among Maryland contractors. Comparable as an industry advocacy body, though AGC spans all construction trades rather than specializing in asphalt pavement.

Direct peers

• Virginia Asphalt Association: State-level asphalt trade association serving producers, contractors, and associates in Virginia. Directly comparable to MAA in scope, member-segment structure, training programs, and DOT partnership model, differing only by geography (and VDOT is a reciprocity partner with MAA's training).
• Pennsylvania Asphalt Pavement Association (PAPA): State-level trade association for the asphalt industry in Pennsylvania. Closely comparable to MAA: same producer/contractor/associate member model, state DOT engagement (PennDOT), training programs, and certification reciprocity arrangement with MAA.
• Maryland Transportation Builders & Materials Association (MTBMA): Maryland-based trade association representing transportation builders and materials producers. Most directly comparable as a Maryland-based peer that overlaps with MAA's contractor and producer membership while also encompassing concrete, aggregate, and broader heavy-highway construction interests.

Regional players

• New York State Asphalt Pavement Association (NYAPA): State-level asphalt industry trade association serving New York. Directly comparable in business model and member services but operates in a different geography from MAA, with its own NYSDOT partnership focus.
• Asphalt Pavement Association of Michigan (APAM): State-level asphalt pavement trade association in Michigan. Comparable to MAA in member composition, advocacy, and training programs, but geographically distinct and tied to MDOT Michigan rather than MDOT SHA.
• Flexible Pavements of Ohio: Ohio-based flexible pavement (asphalt) trade association with similar advocacy, technical, and training services to MAA. Comparable in structure and mission though operating in a different Midwestern geography.

Others

• Women of Asphalt (National Coalition): National coalition supporting women in the asphalt industry, of which Maryland Women of Asphalt is a state branch. Comparable as an industry-supporting organization; MAA formally partners with and promotes this coalition's events and sponsorships.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/MarylandAsphaltAssociation
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mdasphalt

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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