Yard and Delivery Playbook- Des Moines, IA

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 9:00 AM - Wednesday, November 18, 2026 3:00 PM (CST)

Description

We’re busy… but we’re not as efficient or profitable as we should be.

Take your yard and delivery operations to the next level with this newly enhanced leadership workshop designed for owners, managers, and operations leaders.  Yard & Delivery Playbook focuses on the systems, leadership, and operational disciplines that improve efficiency, reduce costly mistakes, and protect margins.

Through interactive discussions, real-world scenarios, and peer collaboration, participants will leave with practical strategies they can implement immediately to strengthen their yard and delivery operations.

Key Learning Points:

  • Operational Excellence -Systems that drive safety, speed and consistency
  • Safety Culture -Forklift, PPE, inspections and OSHA compliance
  • Leading Today’s Workforce -Clear expectations and accountability that reduce turnover
  • Inventory Shrinkage – Causes, costs, and prevention strategies
  • Receiving, Load Building & Delivery Performance -Improving accuracy, securement and OTIF
  • Controlled Returns Management -Preventing returns from becoming hidden loss
  • Customer Service Handling the challenging moments that matter

Note: This workshop is a restructured and enhanced version of BLD Connection's Yard & Delivery Workshop with expanded content designed for leaders and decision-makers. While some concepts will be familiar to previous attendees, the emphasis is on leadership, systems, and operational improvement.

Registration Deadline: Register at least 21 days before the start date. Minimum attendance levels are required to ensure quality group interaction and to be sure the program is able to move forward as scheduled.


About the Instructor

Emily Overson is an accounting professional and founder of Emily Overson Consulting who has spent more than 20 years serving the lumber and building materials industry in management and finance roles. She understands the operational challenges facing independent dealers and is passionate about helping businesses implement practical solutions that strengthen their operations and profitability.

Pricing

Price per person

Member- $625 or $595 for 3 or more attendees

Non-Member- $1125

Your registration fee includes the class workbook along with lunch each day.

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Des Moines, IA United States


Attendees are responsible for booking their own hotel room.   

Event Contact
Katie Carlson
(763) 595-4055
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Tuesday, November 17, 2026 9:00 AM - Wednesday, November 18, 2026 3:00 PM (CST)

Day 1: 9:00am - 5:00pm Day 2: 9:00am - 3:00pm

Registration Deadline: 10/27/2026

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