Sean Smith MPW Construction Services wssmith@mpwcs.com

Sean Smith is Vice President for Modern Poured Walls located in Wellington, Ohio.  He became a board member in 2012, beginning his officer track in his second term. A second-generation president of the Concrete Foundations Association, Sean brings his passion for the Association, the relationships he has made, and the powerful influence on his business he has received to now lead.

Being in the position to write this letter to you, our members, was never part of my intention or plan when I said yes to joining the Board of Directors 12 years ago. My involvement in the Association has been one of the most important and impactful decisions I could have made to advance my personal and professional life. Some of the most important relationships I have in my life exist within the CFA. In this Association I have learned from industry leaders, entrepreneurs, technical minds, and marketers, and I have made lifelong friendships . Largely, because I said yes. I would like to challenge each of you to say “yes” to getting involved, “yes” to meeting new people and forging new relationships within our Association, “yes” to serving as leaders on the Board or in task force groups, and “yes!” to joining us at our next CFA gathering. I guarantee that if you say “yes” and engage with others, your personal and professional life will be impacted positively like mine has been and like so many others before me have experienced.

There is no better time to make these relationships and learn from others than at our annual summer convention. CFACON24 didn’t disappoint! We were blessed with an incredible atmosphere in Puerto Rico. The speaker lineup was excellent, and the participation and support from our National Associate members was terrific. One of the highlights for me was the speed dating event with each of them! Let me not forget to acknowledge all our members who took time out of operating their businesses to be part of and create the atmosphere for sharing, learning, and networking. This is what our Association is built upon. If you were unable to make it this year, then say “yes” and make plans for our 50th next year. You will not regret the investment madein yourself and your business to be present for this gathering.

As we look forward to celebrating our 50th anniversary as an Association at CFACON25 in Deadwood, South Dakota, I must look back at our past. I would like to personally thank Jason Ells for his leadership as our past president for the last two years. His vision and efforts as presi

dent will be felt by the Board of Directors for years to come. Additionally, I would like to thank all our current and past board members. Your dedication to the CFA, our industry as a whole, and to your individual craft, has created an atmosphere in our Association that I look forward to being a part of for the next many years.

President

Concrete Foundations Association