contributions to the industry on both the local and state association level are admirable and he deserves to be recognized as the Andrew J . Mayts Award winner .
Mitch Ellington Award
Kevin McLaughlin , the General Manager for Rowland , Inc ., was nominated for this year ’ s Mitch Ellington Award for his unwavering dedication to the underground utility industry . Since joining the Board of Directors for SUCA in 2013 , Kevin has consistently demonstrated his commitment to the organization ’ s mission . Having held various positions , including Secretary , Treasurer , Vice Chairman , Chairman , and now Immediate Past -Chairman , Kevin ’ s leadership and strategic insights have significantly shaped SUCA ’ s success .
To illustrate his extensive involvement , Kevin has served in the following capacity :
* Chair of the SUCA SLAM Fishing Tournament 2021 & 2023
■ Chair of Trade Scholarship 2022 -Present ( New Committee & Scholarship formed by Kevin )
■ Chartered Fishing Trip Committee 2014- Present
■ Holiday Banquet Chair 2021 & 2022
■ Legislative 2014-Present
■ Safety & Training 2014- 2020
■ Sawyer Memorial Scholarship 2013 – 2017 ; and the
■ Executive Committee 2015-2023
Furthermore , Kevin ’ s involvement extends beyond SUCA . Serving on the NUCA National Board for 2022 and 2023 , as well as being an alternate on the NUCA of Florida Board since 2022 , he has showcased his passion for industrywide development and collaboration . Kevin ’ s active participation in legislative trips , such as the NUCA of Florida Legislative trip ( attended five times ) and the Washington Summit trip ( attended four times ), highlights his commitment to advocating for the industry ’ s interests .
One area where Kevin has truly made a difference is in his dedication to safety training , education , legislation , and scholarship programs . His relentless efforts have been instrumental in the establishment of the OSHA Alliance , which emphasizes the industry ’ s safety and education standards . Moreover , Kevin ’ s visionary thinking led to the creation of the SUCA SLAM Fishing Tournament , an event that not only promotes camaraderie within the industry but also contributes to the Trade School Scholarship program initiated in 2022 .
Kevin ’ s exceptional leadership , tireless work ethic , and genuine passion for the betterment of the industry make him an ideal candidate for the Mitch Ellington Award . His unwavering commitment to safety , education , and advocacy serves as an inspiration to his peers and has undoubtedly left a lasting impact on the industry as a whole .
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