Marmomacc 2015 to Hold Stone Industry Leadership Reception

The Marble Institute of America (MIA) announced that it will host a Stone Industry Leadership Reception, along with Stone World magazine and Informa Exhibitions, at Marmomacc 2015 in Verona, Italy. The reception is Oct. 1 at the Verona Exhibition Center. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with stone professionals … Read more

Marble Institute and Building Stone Institute Seek 2-Year Consolidation Agreement

The boards for the Marble Institute (MIA) and Building Stone Institute (BSI) voted to ask the memberships to consolidate their operations for two years. A vote is anticipated toward the end of the year. This action concludes a year of discussion between the two organizations about their similarities and duplication … Read more

Marble Institute and Building Stone Institute Seek 2-Year Consolidation Agreement

The boards for the Marble Institute (MIA) and Building Stone Institute (BSI) voted to ask the memberships to consolidate their operations for two years. A vote is anticipated toward the end of the year. This action concludes a year of discussion between the two organizations about their similarities and duplication … Read more

MIA Extends Deadline for 2015 Pinnacle Awards

In light of Vitoria Stone Fair-Marmomacc Latin America sponsoring the “Kitchen of the Year” and “Bath of the Year” categories for the 2015 Pinnacle Awards, the Marble Institute of America (MIA) has extended the entry deadline to August 12. The winner for each category will win a free trip to … Read more

MIA Extends Deadline for 2015 Pinnacle Awards

In light of Vitoria Stone Fair-Marmomacc Latin America sponsoring the “Kitchen of the Year” and “Bath of the Year” categories for the 2015 Pinnacle Awards, the Marble Institute of America (MIA) has extended the entry deadline to August 12. The winner for each category will win a free trip to … Read more

Deadline for 2015 MIA Natural Stone Scholarship Approaches

For those interested in applying for the 2015 Marble Institute of America’s (MIA) Natural Stone Scholarship, the deadline is quickly approaching. Applications must be received no later than July 17. This scholarship is open to aspiring fabricators, installers and administrative apprentices who have less than five years’ experience in the … Read more

Deadline for 2015 MIA Natural Stone Scholarship Approaches

For those interested in applying for the 2015 Marble Institute of America’s (MIA) Natural Stone Scholarship, the deadline is quickly approaching. Applications must be received no later than July 17. This scholarship is open to aspiring fabricators, installers and administrative apprentices who have less than five years’ experience in the … Read more

MIA ‘Stone Craftsman of the Year’ Named

Stefano Follega of Grazzini Brothers & Co. in Egan, Minn., was named the Natural Stone Craftsman of the Year. The Marble Institute of America (MIA) award honors excellence in craftsmanship. Follega, a native of Rome, Italy, learned the craft from his father and uncle. He also worked with top architects … Read more

MIA ‘Stone Craftsman of the Year’ Named

Stefano Follega of Grazzini Brothers & Co. in Egan, Minn., was named the Natural Stone Craftsman of the Year. The Marble Institute of America (MIA) award honors excellence in craftsmanship. Follega, a native of Rome, Italy, learned the craft from his father and uncle. He also worked with top architects … Read more

MIA Announces Pinnacle Award Winners

The Marble Institute of America (MIA) announced the winners of the it annual Pinnacle Awards competition, which recognize excellence in commercial, residential and renovation/restoration of natural stone projects worldwide. Projects selected as winners must demonstrate exceptional beauty, creativity, ingenuity and craftsmanship in the use of granite, marble and other natural … Read more