named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Emerging Leaders Event
Professional development program connecting rising industry professionals with experienced leaders through site tours and networking
Material Matters Magazine
Biannual publication providing technical information, industry news, and educational content for members and stakeholders
Producer Councils
Three industry-specific councils (Aggregates, Concrete, Asphalt) that address technical, promotional, and educational matters for member firms
Technical Conferences
Annual events covering advancements in concrete and asphalt technologies, sustainability, and regulatory updates for industry professionals
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Construction Industry Advocacy & Standards 4 activities
- Advancing Concrete in Building ApplicationsPromotes the use of concrete in a wide range of construction applications, including roads, walkways, homes, office buildings, skyscrapers, and architectural features.
- Development and Dissemination of Industry StandardsDevelops, classifies, and disseminates technical information on standards, specifications, and best practices for aggregate, concrete, and asphalt materials to promote quality and consistency across construction projects.
- Industry Advocacy and Government RelationsRepresents the construction materials industry before regulators and government entities, including the New York State Legislature and Executive Branch, through member-led committees and direct lobbying efforts.
- Industry-Specific Council ManagementManages the operational, technical, promotional, educational, and financial functions for the Asphalt Pavement Producer Council and the Concrete Producers Council, two specialized divisions within the association.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Production and Distribution of Industry MagazineProduces and publishes quarterly issues of Material Matters magazine, with recent editions released in Fall 2024, Spring 2025, Fall 2025, and Spring 2026.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Professional Development and Networking EventsOrganizes leadership and networking events such as the Emerging Leaders Event in Binghamton, including site tours of industry operations and a networking reception at Downtown by Chef Jay, to connect rising professionals in the aggregates, concrete, and asphalt industries.
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Community Recycling & Reuse Education 1 activity
- Promotion of Sustainable Construction PracticesSupports recycling in construction by reprocessing existing asphalt pavements for reuse in new projects and promotes the use of recycled construction materials through informational resources.
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Construction Industry Professional Development & Networking 1 activity
- Technical Education and Training ProgramsProvides technical education and guidance on the proper use of asphalt and concrete products to engineers, architects, contractors, and homeowners through conferences and outreach initiatives, including a technical conference on concrete (March 19, 2026) and one on asphalt (March 20, 2026).
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Publication of Industry Research and DataConducts and publishes research on the economic and material impact of the construction materials industry, including a report on the economic impact of mining and construction materials in New York State and statistics on per-capita consumption and usage in infrastructure.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.21M
Contributions & grants$780K64%
Program service revenue$413K34%
Investment income$7K1%
Other revenue$11K
expenses
Total expenses$1.19M
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$493K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.31M
Cash$1.42M
Investments$835K
Liabilities$40K
Net assets$2.27M
Liquid reserves22.8 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -1.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 4
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| RON EPSTEIN | PRESIDENT & CEO | 40 | $253K |
| BRUCE BARKEVICH | VICE PRESIDENT | 40 | $136K |
| DON STREETER | VICE PRESIDENT | 40 | $63K |
| EILEEN RENAUD | FINANCE/ACCOUNTING CONSULTANT | 40 | $8K |
board members · 19
- BETH GOULD — ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT
- BILL SCHMITZ — DIRECTOR
- BRIAN KIRCHMEYER — VICE CHAIRMAN
- CHRIS JANN — DIRECTOR
- DAN GATES — DIRECTOR
- DAN SILBA — DIRECTOR
- DYLAN NEUDECKER — DIRECTOR
- ERIC ALBRECHT — DIRECTOR
- ERIC WINTER — ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
- JEFF MANGANELLO — DIRECTOR
- MARYANN ASHWORTH — ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
- MATT CRUZ — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL WORDEN — ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
- MIKE MASTROPIETRO — SECRETARY/TREASURER
- PATRICK KIERNAN — ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
- PAUL DETWILER III — IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIRMAN
- PETER CERRETANI — DIRECTOR
- ROBERT GIBEAULT — DIRECTOR
- ROBERT WARRINGTON — DIRECTOR
relationships · 29
Who they work with
- ASTM-AASHTO Cement Harmonization Task Group Partner — Participation in joint standards development task group to harmonize cement specifications.
- Aggregates Producer Council Coalition — One of three Producer Councils representing a specific sector within NYMaterials.
- Asphalt Institute Partner — Engages with the Asphalt Institute on polymer-modified asphalt binders and performance.
- Asphalt Pavement Alliance Partner — Liaison relationship to coordinate industry efforts and technical initiatives.
- Barney & Dickenson Partner — Host site for the Emerging Leaders Event tour.
- Barre Stone Products Partner — Engages with Barre Stone Products on New York State’s PEM asphalt specifications.
- Broome Bituminous Partner — Host site for the Emerging Leaders Event tour.
- Cargill Partner — Collaborates with Cargill on understanding and applying rejuvenators in asphalt mixes.
- Clarkson University Partner — Collaborates with Clarkson University on concrete research related to alternative cements and supplementary cementitious materials.
- Couch White, LLP Partner — Provides legal counsel to NYMaterials on environmental and regulatory matters.
- Downtown by Chef Jay Partner — Venue for the networking reception during the Emerging Leaders Event.
- Eastern NY Chapter of ACI Partner — Membership in the local chapter of the American Concrete Institute to support technical education and industry networking.
- Empire State Concrete and Aggregate Producers Association Partner — Consolidated with the New York State Asphalt Pavement Association to form NYMaterials in 1999.
- Haulhub Technologies Partner — Partners with Haulhub Technologies on e-Ticketing systems for construction materials.
- Heidelberg Materials Partner — Collaborates with Heidelberg Materials on recycling concrete aggregates.
- Hot Mix Asphalt Producer Council Coalition — One of three Producer Councils representing a specific sector within NYMaterials.
- KLAW Industries Partner — Host site for the Emerging Leaders Event tour.
- NCAT Partner — Draws insights from NCAT on PEM (Performance Engineered Mixes) and sample preparation.
- NYSDOT Construction Government — Partners with NYSDOT Construction on e-Ticketing implementation.
- NYSDOT Materials Bureau Government — Collaborates with NYSDOT Materials Bureau on technical topics including concrete maturity and NYSDOT updates.
- National Asphalt Pavement Association Partner — Liaison for NYMaterials to represent and coordinate with the national asphalt pavement association.
- National Asphalt Pavement Association Partner — Works with the National Asphalt Pavement Association on sustainability in asphalt paving.
- National Ready Mix Concrete Association Partner — Liaison relationship to support the concrete producers council and coordinate national representation.
- New York State Asphalt Pavement Association Partner — Consolidated with the Empire State Concrete and Aggregate Producers Association to form NYMaterials in 1999.
- Official Media Guide Partner — Partnership for advertising opportunities in Material Matters magazine.
- Park Strategies, LLC Partner — Provides legislative representation and lobbying services for NYMaterials.
- Ready Mixed Concrete Producer Council Coalition — One of three Producer Councils representing a specific sector within NYMaterials.
- State Asphalt Pavement Association Partner — Liaison relationship to align state-level asphalt industry activities.
- Transportation Research Board Partner — Membership in TRB’s Materials Section and Transportation Infrastructure Group to contribute to transportation research and policy.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Member-Led Industry Advocacymethodology: industry_led_advocacyBy using member-led committees and frontline industry expertise, the organization shapes regulatory and specification decisions because lived operational experience produces more credible, effective policy influence.
- Standards and Research-Driven Technical Influencemethodology: standards_and_research_engagementBy engaging with national standards bodies and advancing technical research on materials (e.g., alternative cements, EPDs), the organization improves industry specifications and practices because evidence-based innovation leads to higher performance, sustainability, and regulatory acceptance.
- Sustainability Through Material Innovation and Reusemethodology: green_building_materialsBy promoting recycled content (e.g., RAP, fly ash), porous pavements, and Environmental Product Declarations, the organization advances sustainable construction because material-level environmental performance improvements enable compliance with green building standards and reduce ecological impact.