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MBNA Monument Matters

MBNA Monument Matters

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MBNA Monument Matters – a new podcast produced by the Monument Builders of North America for all things memorialization. MBNA is a 119-year-old association with the mission “to define and promote memorialization in a viable, innovative and diversified way for the membership, and to enhance awareness of memorialization by the general public and remembrance industry.” In that spirit of promoting memorization, the MBNA Marketing Committee is launching this podcast as an extension of our monthly magazine, MBNews. Each podcast episode features a discussion related to a magazine theme. Monument Matters podcasts invite everyone to listen and share.Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. Economía Gestión Gestión y Liderazgo
Episodios
  • Marking a Legacy: Honoring Timothy Jellow’s Monumental Impact
    Jul 15 2025

    In episode #8 of Monument Matters, host Mike Johns speaks with Brandon Billester of the Monument Lettering Center about a remarkable design initiative to honor industry pioneer Timothy Jellow—co-founder of the Spacerite Company and creator of the iconic Modified Roman font. Though Jellow revolutionized monument lettering, his own grave remains unmarked. The episode explores his innovations, their lasting impact, and MBNA’s upcoming design challenge to finally create a fitting memorial. Tune in for a blend of history, design insight, and a heartfelt call to action to recognize a man who shaped the way we remember others.

    Chapters
    • (00:00:08) - Monument Matters: Writing Monument Fonts
    • (00:01:58) - About the Monument Lettering Center
    • (00:05:01) - Marking the Grave of Timothy Jello
    • (00:10:33) - Between the Scrolls: Memorial Design and Printing
    • (00:17:09) - Timothy Jello's Modified Roman Alphabet
    • (00:24:41) - Timothy Jo's grave
    • (00:28:04) - Monument Builders in North America
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    29 m
  • Preserving Heritage, Inspiring the Future: Inside the Vermont Granite Museum
    Jul 1 2025

    In this special episode of Monument Matters, host Mike Johns talks with Scott McLaughlin, Executive Director of the Vermont Granite Museum, as it celebrates its 30th anniversary. Discover how this community-founded museum is preserving Vermont’s granite heritage, reviving local pride, and inspiring a new generation of artists and artisans. Learn about the challenges facing the museum, its educational outreach programs, and opportunities for monument builders to support and collaborate.

    Chapters
    • (00:00:00) - Monument Matters
    • (00:01:46) - Vermont Granite Museum
    • (00:05:11) - The Jones Brothers Granite Shed Museum
    • (00:11:22) - What's a typical day at the Central Rock Museum in Vermont?
    • (00:14:36) - The Norwich Museum's challenges
    • (00:22:10) - The Vermont Granite Museum's appeal for support
    • (00:26:05) - The Granite Festival Exhibit
    • (00:29:01) - Opportunities for Monument Builders and Retailers
    • (00:30:38) - The Granite Museum's mission
    • (00:32:45) - Monument Matters: Vermont Granite Museum
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    34 m
  • Strength in Membership: Scott Neal on Industry Growth, Challenges, and MBNA Community
    Jun 17 2025

    In episode #6 of Monument Matters, host Mike Johns talks with Scott Neal of Paradise Pictures about how MBNA membership has shaped his career and company success. They explore the value of conventions, peer connections, and industry trends, while reflecting on takeaways from the 2025 Monument Industry Show in Cleveland.

    Chapters
    • (00:00:08) - Monument Matters
    • (00:02:04) - How MB&A Membership has impacted your company's success
    • (00:03:30) - What's Your Most Valuable MBNA Resource?
    • (00:06:11) - MB&E Member Spotlight
    • (00:07:25) - MB and A: Inclusion and Participation
    • (00:10:31) - MBNA Cleveland 2025 Industry Show
    • (00:13:59) - Top Executives Discuss the State of the Industry
    • (00:15:39) - Winter continues to grip the Midwest
    • (00:16:53) - BNA President's Farewell Speech
    • (00:17:27) - Monument Industry Show 2019
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    19 m
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