Leadership
Upstate Masonry Institute was established to open communication between design professionals, engineers, spec writers, suppliers and mason contractors. We offer masonry introductory classes to high school students across New York State, and continuing education for architects. Contact us to learn how a partnership with UMI will benefit your organization!
UMI Leadership
Director of Marketing & Business Development - Bailey Reid
UMI Executive Board
- President - Andrew Sciocchetti, AJS Masonry, Inc.
- Vice President - Brian Casler, Casler Masonry, Inc.
- Treasurer - Scott Lupini, Lupini Construction, Inc.
- Lew Houghtaling, Debrino Caulking Associates
- Managing Director - Todd Helfrich
UMI Advisory Board
- David Biggs – Biggs Consulting Engineering
- Nick Carparelli – Executive Director, NYS Concrete Masonry Association
- Earl Hall- Construction Employers Association of CNY
- Pat Tirino – Vice President Bricklayers Local #2
Did You Know?
"Hot and cold weather delays masonry too much." As an industry, updated all-weather practices such as the All-Weather Council's "Recommended Practices and Guide Specifications for Cold Weather Masonry Construction" have resulted in a much greater construction season without fear of weather damage or delay. The old practice of closing down during the winter months becomes obsolete.