Upcoming MBNA Events
The MBNA office updates our list of events regularly, so please check this page frequently. For more information about any of these events, please contact the MBNA Office by phone at (800) 233-4472 or by emailing info@monumentbuilders.org.
Below our MBNA events, we have added a list of industry-wide monument builder events. Are we missing an upcoming industry event? Let us know by emailing us the event details!
**Important Update – Webinar Registration Has Changed!**
MBNA has moved webinar registration into the member portal. To register for our webinars, you will have to log-in to the MBNA Member Portal and access our “Upcoming Webinars” tab.
Here is a step-by-step guide to logging in and registering for the event!
First time logging in? If you haven’t already made an account, you’ll need to create an account before registering. Use our account creation guide first, then follow the webinar registration instructions above.
June 6 - 14, 2026
WinMBNA's Virtual 5K
Join WinMBNA for a virtual 5K taking place between June 6–14, 2026. Open to both men and women, this event is all about prioritizing health, wellness, and community—whether you walk, run, or jog your way to the finish. Registration is free, and all participants will receive a bib number and participation certificate. Be sure to register by June 1 to receive your bib in time!
After registering, participants will receive details to order an optional event t-shirt and instructions for submitting their completion time to be included in official rankings. We encourage everyone to share photos and celebrate their progress in the WinMBNA Facebook group throughout the week.
Top finishers will be recognized in person at the WinMBNA reception in Mobile, so lace up, get moving, and be part of the fun from wherever you are!
August 18, 2026
Effective Strategies for Recruiting, Training & Retaining Skilled Staff
Join MBNA at 2 PM ET and learn practical, field-tested strategies for recruiting, training, and retaining skilled staff in the monument industry. The session will provide actionable tools including alternative recruiting sources, structured onboarding frameworks, and retention strategies designed to build long-term workforce stability.
As a result of this webinar, attendees will learn how to:
- Apply proactive recruiting strategies to attract and secure qualified candidates.
- Design and implement retention strategies that effectively reduce employee turnover.
- Develop a long-term workforce strategy that supports organizational growth and sustainability.
Our Speaker:
Daylon Caldwell is the Regional Sales Manager for Matthews Granite. He is also a former COO in the mortuary industry.
Monument Industry Events
The following list of upcoming events are industry-wide events, and they are NOT hosted or affiliated with MBNA. We provide this list as a service to those in the monument industry. Please check with their event organizers for the most up-to-date information.
Monument Builders of The Great Lakes - June Meeting
Join MBGL on June 19, 2026, for an in-person gathering hosted at US Metalcraft. The day begins at 11:00 AM with lunch and social time—an opportunity to connect with peers, share ideas, and enjoy time together with others in the industry. From there, you’ll get an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of US Metalcraft’s facility, offering a closer look at their operations, products, and capabilities.
Following the tour, they’ll come together for our official association meeting to share updates, discuss current initiatives, and explore opportunities to continue growing MBGL. They’ll wrap up the afternoon with a raffle, including a membership door prize and baskets generously provided by board members—our way of celebrating one year of connection and collaboration as an association.
View the full schedule.
View the save the date.
The Monument Builders of the Great Lakes is an official Regional Partner Association of MBNA. This event is independently organized by MBGL and is not affiliated with or hosted by MBNA.
Southern Monument Builders Association - 2026 Workshop
Join SMBA for an industry tour and workshop at ColdSpring! They will have plant, foundry, and quarry tours. This event will occur July 19 – 22, 2026. Arrive July 19, have tours 20-21, and head home July 22.
More Information: SMBNA Workshop
SMBA is an official Regional Partner Association of MBNA. This event is not affiliated with or hosted by MBNA.
2026 Monument Builders of Carolinas
Join the MBOC for their biennial event in Myrtle Beach, SC. They will be hosted at the Embassy Suites Oceanfront Resort at Kingston Resorts from September 10-12, 2026.
More Information: MBOC Event Page
This event is not affiliated with or hosted by MBNA.
The EGA Training Institute - Monument Retailers Course 2026
Join the Elberton Granite Association in Elberton, GA from October 12-15, 2026 for a four-day hands-on training course for monument retailers covering industry history, safety, tours, demonstrations, and classroom instruction. Participants will gain practical knowledge of quarry operations, product handling, and retail best practices.
Cost: $450 (payment required to EGA to register)
More Information / Registration: EGA Website
This event is not affiliated with or hosted by MBNA.