The Mid-America Regional Fund, Nebraska Scholarship Fund and Wisconsin Lumber Dealers Education Foundation (WLDEF) scholarship programs are open and provide support for both students and employees pursuing education in the LBM industry. College scholarship applications are due March 1, and employee scholarships can be used to help offset the cost of upcoming LumberTech classes.
These programs are a great way to invest in future talent while supporting current team members through hands-on training and professional development.
College scholarships available through March 1
Employee assistance available for LumberTech classes
Sharpen your skills and strengthen customer relationships at the Sales Development Workshop in Sioux Falls. This one-day program is built for contractor and project sales team members who want practical tools they can use right away.
You will learn how to:
Build and analyze customer relationships
Improve negotiations and margins
Manage projects, time, and prospecting
Led by industry veteran Bryan Rice. Lunch and handouts included. Register by December 30 to save your spot.
Sales Development Workshop January 14, 2026 Sioux Falls, SD
Gain a High Performance Edge at Wisconsin Connection Conference
Dr. Cindra Kamphoff is the featured keynote at the Wisconsin Connection Conference on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, during the Membership Lunch, Awards Banquet, and Keynote from 11:15 am to 1:00 pm.
Author of Beyond Grit: Ten Powerful Practices to Gain the High Performance Edge
Mental performance coach for elite teams, including the Minnesota Vikings
Shares practical tools to manage stress, boost energy, and navigate challenges
Join peers for a powerful learning experience that strengthens both your work and personal life. Come early for some fun networking at the pre-conference happy hour on February 23.
Wisconsin Connection Conference February 24, 2026 Wisconsin Dells, WI
BLD Connection partners with Federated Insurance to offer members industry leading insurance solutions tailored to the needs of retail lumber and building supply businesses. Federated provides specialized programs that include Property and Casualty coverage, Workers’ Compensation, Risk Management support, and Estate and Succession Planning services.
To explore how Federated Insurance can support and strengthen your business as a BLD Connection member, visitwww.federatedinsurance.com or contact Cody at cody@bldconnection.org or 763-595-4052.
Classifieds
Classified ads are available to retail members. To place an ad, contact Melanie at melanie@bldconnection.orgor call (763) 595-4050.
Suppliers/Associate members - for advertising opportunities contact Erica Nelson at (763) 497-1778 or erica.nelson@ewald.com.
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