About
A Legacy of Leadership in Pavement and Sports Construction
Since 1965, McConnell & Associates has been setting the standard in pavement maintenance, sports construction, and premium pavement maintenance products throughout the Midwest. What started as the first company to introduce sealcoating to Kansas City has grown into a trusted, employee-owned team serving schools, commercial businesses, municipalities, and institutions across Kansas City, St. Louis, and beyond.
Rooted in our values— Safety, Service, Innovation, Stability, and Quality—we approach every project with the same commitment to performance, reliability, and client care.
Wherever you walk, park, or play, MAC is the first call for quality-driven pavement maintenance services and sports construction and maintenance. From high-performance sealers to multi-color recreational courts and walking trails, we bring the tools, expertise, and follow-through you need to get the job done right.
MAC History: From Local Roots to Regional Reach
From the first asphalt sealcoating job in Kansas City to becoming a regional leader in pavement maintenance and sports construction, the story of McConnell & Associates is one of steady growth, innovation, and service. Every milestone we have experienced reflects a commitment to safety, quality, and long-term value. As we’ve expanded across the Midwest, one thing has remained constant: our dedication to the people and communities we serve.
1960
Burton McConnell supervises the first asphalt parking lot sealcoat job in Kansas City as superintendent for Kissick Construction Company.
1962
Mrs. Patricia Lorenz’s pavement maintenance company, Jennite Products Applicators, opens for business. The business is operated by Burton and Troy McConnell.
1965
Burton and Troy McConnell buy Jennite Products Applicators for $20,000. The business is operated out of “the warehouse” at 1220 Gentry in North Kansas City, MO.
1968
Troy and Burton McConnell convert Jon Hubbard from a weekend warrior to a full-time employee. Jon continued to serve as Troy’s right hand man for 40 plus years before retirement.
1970
As the tennis boom takes off, MAC begins building and maintaining tennis courts across the Midwest. Over the next five decades, we will become a regional leader in sports construction.
1971
The business moves to 1225 Iron in North Kansas City and applies more than 100,000 gallons of sealer.
1974
Joe Hackett becomes General Manager of the St. Louis branch which opened the prior year.
1978
McConnell & Associates purchased the building at 701 E. 12th in North Kansas City and begins producing MAC-52 asphalt pavement sealer in-house. Phil McConnell joins the company to lead manufacturing operations, a role he held until his retirement in 2008.
1984
McConnell and Associates develops a relationship with Star Inc. and reaches the 25 employee mark. Scott McConnell joins the team, and MAC produces more than 1 million gallons of sealer for the first time.
1986
Scott McConnell and Greg Lucas open the Denver, Colorado branch, expanding MAC’s footprint further west.
1987
Roger Henderson joins the McConnell & Associates team full-time. He served in many roles over the years, specializing in sales and estimating, and retired in 2011.
1988
Rob McConnell joins McConnell & Associates, bringing a strong work ethic and a forward-looking approach that has supported MAC’s continued growth. Over the years, he served in many roles, but his leadership in expanding the sports construction and maintenance division helped establish it as a cornerstone of the company’s success.
1993
McConnell and Associates grows to 50 employees and purchases well-respected sealcoating contractor, Clayton Industries out of Tulsa, OK.
1999
MAC opens a second asphalt sealcoat manufacturing plant in Pevely, MO, to better serve growing demand in the St. Louis market. MAC also reached a milestone of 75 employees.
2000
Chris Hanson joins McConnell & Associates as Chief Financial Officer and head of the Estimating Department. Since 2022, Chris has served as the company’s Chief Operating Officer, helping lead day-to-day operations and long-term strategy.
2005
MAC begins building and maintaining running tracks, expanding our sports construction capabilities and laying the groundwork for future growth in athletic facility development. This same year, McConnell reached a milestone of 100 dedicated employees.
2012
MAC begins performing concrete work in-house, expanding our self-perform services and increasing control over quality, scheduling, and project delivery.
2013
MAC acquires Midwest Asphalt Coatings’ Kansas City operations, joining forces to create one of the region’s largest providers of asphalt, sealcoating, and concrete services.
2017
MAC begins manufacturing our own tennis and pickleball court coatings, streamlining efficiency and quality for color coating projects.
2018
As project demands grow, MAC adds a dedicated grading division to further control quality.
2020
MAC continues to grow—reaching 150 employees dedicated to delivering dependable service and lasting results across the Midwest.
2021
MAC becomes a 100% employee-owned company (ESOP)—strengthening our commitment to accountability, quality, and long-term success.
2024
MAC surpasses 200 employee-owners, reflecting steady growth across all service lines. To support our expanding contracting operations, we opened additional office space—ensuring our teams have the resources to continue delivering top-tier service and solutions.
Trusted Service, Backed by Innovation
Today, MAC is the preferred partner for schools, contractors, facility managers, property owners, and public agencies who demand both precision and performance. Our core services include:
- Grading and Drainage
- Concrete Repair
- Asphalt Repair
- Sealcoating and Asphalt Maintenance
- Sports Construction and Maintenance
- Concrete Paving
- Asphalt Paving
- Storm Drain Maintenance and Construction
In addition to our service capabilities, we also formulate and manufacture premium pavement maintenance products—including MAC 52, MAC Pro-Blend, and MAC Micro-Pave—trusted by contractors and property owners throughout the region.
Our team stays on the cutting edge with advanced training and tools. the latest equipment and technology, combined with innovative techniques, to ensure the best outcomes and reduce disruption. Whether you’re managing an office complex campus, a city park, a large distribution facility, or a multi-family apartment building, MAC brings unmatched reliability to every project we take on.
The MAC Method: How We Work
We don’t just complete projects—we solve problems, anticipate challenges, and support long-term success. From solution-driven design and advanced project planning to highly qualified project managers and highly-trained, safety-focused crews, our method delivers dependable service and lasting results.
Meet the Team That Makes It Happen
At McConnell & Associates, our people are our greatest strength. Each of our 200+ employee-owners plays a direct role in delivering the safety,service innovation, stability, and quality that define our work. As a 100% employee-owned company, we value responsibility in ownership—and it shows in everything we do.
Wherever you walk, park, or play, our team is here to ensure your projects stand the test of time.
Safety Is Our Standard
For us, safety is more than a compliance checklist—it’s a cornerstone of our culture. Every employee is OSHA-certified (OSHA 10), and all supervisors carry OSHA 30 certification. Our crews are background checked, CPR trained, and extensively educated in safe driving, jobsite protocols, and emergency response.
To ensure standards are upheld on every job, our safety professionals work alongside project teams to oversee compliance, support training, and reinforce on-site safety practices. But safety isn’t just one team’s job—it’s part of our ownership culture. Every MAC employee-owner works to hold each other accountable for maintaining the highest standards of quality and care.
Commitment You Can Count On - Let’s Build the Future Together
Whether you’re paving a new parking lot, maintaining an existing one, or building something for the next generation to play on, MAC delivers more than just great results—we deliver trust, consistency, and peace of mind.
Backed by our core values and powered by a 100% employee-owned team, we hold ourselves accountable to every detail and every outcome.. That ownership mindset—and decades of proven performance—make us a proven partner that communities across the Midwest continue to count on.
