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METALCON Names 2025 Advisory Council

Industry Experts Drive Innovative Programming

METALCON, the metal construction industry’s only global event dedicated to the application of metal in construction and design, introduces its 2025 advisory council. Comprising leading experts across all facets of the industry, the council is dedicated to bringing new educational programming, hands-on skills training, clinics and demos and networking opportunities at this year’s event in Las Vegas this October.

“We are excited to announce the 2025 METALCON Advisory Council, a distinguished group of industry leaders representing contractors, architects, manufacturers, metal building and roofing experts, panel specialists, media consultants and industry associations,” says Judy Geller, METALCON’s Vice President of Tradeshows.

“This group is critical to shaping METALCON’s comprehensive, world-class education offerings, ensuring we meet the evolving needs of the industry. Their expertise, time, and innovative ideas are what make METALCON the premier event for the metal construction industry.”

New council members for 2025:
• Darren Cocca, Contractor, Hamburger Contracting
• Jared Hamburger, Owner, Helix Metalforming
• Michelle Kettering, CEO, LTD Exteriors
• Marcy Marro, Brand Manager, MillerClapperton
• Robert Tiffin, President, Silvercote & President, MBCEA
• John Trifonoff, Vice President, East Coast Metal Systems

Returning council members:
• Liam Beal, E.I.T. Structural Design Engineer, Package Steel Systems, Inc.
• Tony Bouquot, General Manager, MBMA & VP at Thomas Associates, Inc.
• Paul Deffenbaugh, Chief Content Officer, Deep Brook Media
• Steven Gaynor, Principal Consultant, Pivoth Corp.
• Todd Miller, President, Isaiah Industries, Inc.
• Alan Scott, Director of Sustainability, Intertek Group plc

“These leaders bring a wealth of expertise and fresh perspectives to create new and diverse programming,” added Geller. “Their unwavering commitment ensures METALCON continues to deliver relevant, high-quality education to our attendees each year. We’re incredibly grateful for their support.”

METALCON 2025 takes place from Tuesday, Oct. 21 – Thursday, Oct. 23 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Registration opens in April.

About METALCON
Established in 1991, METALCON is the only annual tradeshow and conference devoted exclusively to the application of metal in construction and design. Produced by PSMJ Resources, Inc., in partnership with the Metal Construction Association, METALCON’s success is based on a dynamic exhibit hall, extensive educational programs and interactive learning opportunities. This is the event’s seventh time in Las Vegas. For more information or to register, visit www.metalcon.com.

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