2026 SCMA Annual Conference
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 8:00 AM - Sunday, June 21, 2026 10:00 AM (EDT)
Description
The Southeast Concrete Masonry Association (SCMA) 2026 Annual Conference is set for June 17-21, 2026 at the Hilton Head Sonesta in Hilton Head, SC.
This year’s conference is 100% devoted to helping attendees understand the CMU Checkoff. Designed for producers, masonry contractors, suppliers, and other industry professionals, this conference offers an opportunity to learn firsthand about the progress of the CMU Checkoff. With over 13 speakers and 15 breakout sessions, all geared toward deepening your understanding of the CMU Checkoff programs, attendees can expect comprehensive and informative experience.
All Things CMU Checkoff: Building Tomorrow Together
Wednesday, June 17
3:00 – 4:00 PM SCMA Executive Committee Meeting | Location: Charleston Room
4:00 – 5:30 PM SCMA Board of Directors Meeting | Location: Charleston Room
8:00 – 9:30 PM Board & Family Dinner | New Member Invitation Dinner
Quarterdeck Restaurant160 Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island, SC
Thursday, June 18 – General Session & Breakouts
7:15 – 8:15 AM Registration Open
8:15 – 8:30 AM Annual Kickoff – Neal Ragsdale (Salon D/E)
8:30 – 9:15 AM Concurrent Sessions
Session | Speaker | Location |
Checkoff 101 – Checkoff Program Basics | Alicia Hodges | Salon A |
Checkoff 200 – Understanding RAC & Task Groups | Brent Gleason | Salon B |
Checkoff 203 – R2 Codes & Standards | Jody Wall | Salon C |
Checkoff 204 – R2 Masonry Framed Homes | Ece Erdogmus | Salon D |
Checkoff 301 – Masonry Foundations for Educators | Connor Birdsong | Salon E |
Checkoff 208 – MFH Wall Design Guide | Mike Schuller | Salon F |
9:15 – 10:00 AM Concurrent Sessions
Session | Speaker | Location |
Checkoff 102 – Leveraging The Block Design Collective | Tino Kalayil | Salon A |
Checkoff 104 – Webinar, Block Bites & Presenter Course | Danielle Mokris | Salon B |
Checkoff 201 – Youth Promotions & Outreach | Ryan Shaver | Salon C |
Checkoff 202 – R2 Marketing Program | Sue Dillon | Salon D |
Checkoff 207 – AIA Design Professionals | Byard Stevens | Salon E |
Checkoff 205 – University Education & Outreach | James Cain | Salon F |
10:00 – 10:45 AM Concurrent Sessions
Session | Speaker | Location |
Checkoff 206 - Webinar, Block Bites & Presenter Course | Danielle Mokris | Salon A |
Checkoff 104 –Checkoff Program Basics | Alicia Hodges | Salon B |
Checkoff 203 - R2 Codes & Standards | Jody Wall | Salon C |
Checkoff 204 - R2 Masonry Framed Homes | Ece Erdogmus | Salon D |
Checkoff 301 - R2 University Education & Outreach | James Cain | Salon E |
Checkoff 205 - Masonry Foundations for Educators | Connor Birdsong | Salon F |
10:45 – 11:00 AM Break
11:00 – 11:45 PM Concurrent Sessions
Session | Speaker | Location |
Checkoff 105 – Block Learning Hub Vs Block Design Collective | Danielle Mokris | Salon A |
Checkoff 200 – Understanding RAC & Task Groups | Brent Gleason | Salon B |
Checkoff 208 – MFH Wall Design Guide | Mike Schuller | Salon C |
Checkoff 202 – Marketing Program | Sue Dillon | Salon D |
Checkoff 207 - R2 AIA Design Professionals | Byard Stevens | Salon E |
Checkoff 301 - Masonry Foundations for Educators | Connor Birdsong | Salon F |
11:45 – 12:30 PM Concurrent Sessions
Session | Speaker | Location |
Checkoff 105 – Block Learning Hub Vs Block Design Collective | Danielle Mokris | Salon A |
Checkoff 201 – Youth Promotions & Outreach | Ryan Shaver | Salon B |
Checkoff 203 - R2 Codes & Standards | Jody Wall | Salon C |
Checkoff 205 - R2 University Education & Outreach | James Cain | Salon D |
Checkoff 206 - R2 AIA Design Professionals | Byard Stevens | Salon E |
Checkoff 301 - Masonry Foundations for Educators | Connor Birdsong | Salon F |
1:00 – 2:00 PM - SCMCA Board Meeting
6:30 – 7:30 PM Opening Reception – Oceanfront Pavilion
Dinner on your Own
Friday, June 19 – Breakout Sessions
7:00 – 7:30 AM Prayer & Praise (Open to All)
8:00 – 8:45 AM Concurrent Sessions
Session | Speaker | Location |
Checkoff 101 – Checkoff Program Basics | Alicia Hodges | Salon A |
Checkoff 201 – AIA Design Professionals | Byard Stevens | Salon B |
Checkoff 204 – Masonry Framed Homes | Ece Erdogmus | Salon C |
Checkoff 302 – Leveraging Technical Director | Danielle Mokris | Salon D |
Checkoff 207 – Youth Promotions & Outreach | Ryan Shaver | Salon E |
Checkoff 301 – MCAA Future Developments | Connor Birdsong | Salon F |
8:45 – 9:30 AM Concurrent Sessions
Session | Speaker | Location |
Checkoff 102 – Leveraging The Block Design Collective | Tino Kalayil | Salon A |
Checkoff 200 – St. Judes Masonry Framed Home | Brent Gleason | Salon B |
Checkoff 204 – R2 Masonry Framed Homes | Ece Erdogmus | Salon C |
Checkoff 104 – BLH & Block Design Collective | Danielle Mokris | Salon D |
Checkoff 206 – R2 Youth Promotions & Outreach | Ryan Shaver | Salon E |
Checkoff 201 – Masonry Framed Homes: Wall Design Guide | Mike Schuller | Salon F |
9:30 – 10:15 AM Concurrent Sessions
Session | Speaker | Location |
Checkoff 302 – Leveraging R2 Technical Director | Danielle Mokris | Salon A |
Checkoff 200 – St. Judes Masonry Framed Home | Brent Gleason | Salon B |
Checkoff 105 – Delegated Design | Tino Kalayil | Salon C |
Checkoff 202 – R2 Marketing Program | Sue Dillion | Salon D |
Checkoff 301 – Masonry Foundations for Educators | Connor Birdsong | Salon E |
Checkoff 208 – MFH Wall Design Guide | Mike Schuller | Salon F |
10:15 – 10:30 AM Break
10:30 – 11:15 AM National Concrete Masonry Checkoff Board Update
11:15 – 12:00 PM Pulling Together: Involvement is Key
12:00 PM Closing Remarks – Neal Ragsdale
12:30 – 2:00 PM All Masonry Contractors Associations Meeting
Saturday, June 20
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Butch Hardy Memorial Golf Tournament & Spouse Time—All Day Pool Cabana
6:30 – 9:30 PM SCMA Annual Banquet – Dinner, Awards & Entertainment
Dinner—Taste of the South Buffet
Awards—Safety, Tenure Lifetime Achievement, Rising Star, Ambassador.
Sunday, June 21
11:00 AM Hotel Check-Out
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
The RANC room block at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head June 17-21, 2026 is closed. Call 843-842-2400 for pricing and availability.
*please note, rooms are sold out on Wednesday, June 17th. You can book a room for Thursday, June 18 - 21st. SCMA has overflow rooms held nearby, if you would like an overflow room on Wednesday, June 17th email SCMA at jfreeman@scmaonline.org
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Saturday Night Banquet
Thursday Opening Reception
Saturday Night Entertainment
General Session
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If you are selecting a sponsorship that includes conference registration, you do not have to register separately for the conference, it is included with your sponsorship. If your sponsorship includes golf, we will be following up with you to confirm your players name or you can send to jfreeman@scmaonline.org
130 Shipyard Dr.
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 United States
Nestle into the comfort of recently updated, coastal chic accommodations with stunning views and modern amenities. Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island is designed to delight every kind of traveler, whether you are looking for a fun-filled adventure or a peaceful retreat to unplug and recharge.
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