About MAPA
WE ARE 100% ASPHALT.
MISSION AND VISION
To be the voice of the asphalt industry, serving MAPA members to the benefit of their customers.
We are 100% Asphalt.
We strive to accomplish this mission by acting as a liaison to state and local agencies, providing technical assistance to members to provide a quality product, and keeping our membership informed of new technologies and training.
MEMBER VALUE PROPOSITION
For asphalt producers, paving contractors, and industry partners seeking a strong consortium, we offer a community of leadership, advocacy, training, technical support, and opportunities to build relationships with key partners and influencers.
OUR VALUES
INTEGRITY
QUALITY
LEADERSHIP
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
SPECIFIC | MEASURABLE | ATTAINABLE | REALISTIC | TIMELY
1) Quality Improvement & Training
- Partnering with MnDOT on certification training
- Developing a level 2 Asphalt 201 program
- Incorporating new technical information in training(s)
- Exploring potential partnerships with other industry professionals
2) Advocacy
Maintain a healthy industry by advocating at the state and local legislative level for highway funding, roadway safety, and other defined interests of the MN asphalt industry by:
- Advocating at the city and county level through various lunch & learn trainings
- Working with MnDOT, legislators, and counties to provide needed funding for warm mix additives
- Promoting a good business environment and practices within the private sector
3) Workforce Development
- Promote the profession to high school students by developing an outreach program that highlights industry benefits and the various industry roles
- Strengthen the existing program and relationships with technical programs and colleges
- Collaborate with various industry professionals on trainings
4) Environmental
Promote industry environmental benefits by:
- Reactivate the Environment and Sustainability Committee
- Market advanced technologies within the industry (Warm mix, recyclability, additives, etc.)
- Engage in discussions and decision making with aligned organizations and policy makers
Provide education and research on environmental product declarations (EPDs) by:
- Partnering with the legislature and MnDOT to work towards best outcomes during EPD development
- Increasing knowledge sharing amongst industry professionals surrounding EPDs
5) Technical Assistance & Partnerships
Increase MAPA’s brand recognition by:
- Developing a communications plan surrounding MAPA’s strategic objectives
Augment specification partnerships by:
- Hosting technical meetings three to four times annually
- Continually explore partnership opportunities
Continue providing quality technical assistance by:
- Addressing issues as requested and providing guidance on dispute resolution