Conference Sessions
The Value of Membership in a Trade Association
Date & Time:
Wednesday Feb 12, 2025 at 10:00 am
Duration:
50 minutes
Location:
Room C
Registration:
$50 plus hst
Description
Trade associations like The Concrete Sawing and Drilling Association can be ideal for highly specialized skilled trades. The member companies form a true voice for the specialty trade using a shared platform to define the niche for the stakeholders. Major subjects to address in Mike’s seminar include: Education/Training, Legislative voice, Standards, Specifications, Best Practices, Tolerances and expectations, Industry News and Trends, Cost Savings through member benefit programs, Networking, and marketing the trade.
Presented by
Mike Orzechowski, PE, Engineering Manager – Equipment at DITEQ Corp., Immediate Past President of CSDA, Chairman of the CSDA Standards and Specifications Committee
Michael Orzechowski (MikeO), is Engineering Manager for DITEQ Corp in Lenexa Kansas. He is a registered Professional Engineer with over 35 years industry experience, holding a BS Degree in Physics from Grand Valley State University and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Western Michigan University.
Mike’s been with CSDA for 20+ years, volunteering for several positions including committee chair, Board Director, Secretary/Treasurer, Vice President, and President. He currently serves as the Immediate Past President as well as the Standards and Specs committee chair. He remains an active member of the organization because he feels it is important for the industry.
Sponsored by:
Concrete Sawing and Drilling Association