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The Level Set - December 3, 2025

The Level Set - December 3, 2025

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December 3, 2025

 

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Stop By Next Week’s Tabletop Displays at the Conferences

Even if you are not pre-registered, you are invited to stop by next week and visit the tabletop displays at both conferences from 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm. Check in first at the registration desk to have a badge made and then check out the new display & products, meet suppliers, and connect with peers.

  • Free access to tabletop displays
  • Connect with suppliers and members
  • Discover product solutions for 2026

Meals/receptions must have been registered for in advance and may not be available to walk-ins.

Mid-America Connection Conference
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Tabletop Session: 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Embassy Suites | Olathe, KS

Nebraska Connection Conference
Thursday, December 11, 2025
Tabletop Session: 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Embassy Suites | La Vista, NE

 

Learn Blueprint Skills Together in Fargo

Blueprint Reading and Material Take Off returns January 7 to 8, giving your team two days of hands-on learning with Casey Voorhees. Strengthen skills, grow together, and join a supportive community where learning is shared. “Casey makes complicated topics simple” according to a past workshop attendee.

  • Build confidence with real take off practice
  • Learn together in a supportive, hands-on setting
  • Help us plan ahead by registering by December 17

Blueprint Reading

January 7 & 8, 2026

Fargo, ND

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

 

Final Seats For Estimating 1-2-3 St. Joseph, MO

Time is running out to register for the Estimating 1-2-3 class in St. Joseph. Help your team improve accuracy, build confidence, and streamline the estimating and take off process.

  • Learn practical construction and estimating techniques
  • Improve blueprint reading and takeoff skills
  • Based on your skill level, choose from day 1 & 2; day 2 & 3 or all three days

Estimating 1-2-3
December 16-18, 2025
St. Joseph, MO
REGISTER BY THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4

 
 

Resource of the Month

Protect Your Business with Federated Insurance

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, visit www.federatedinsurance.com or contact Cody at cody@bldconnection.org or 763-595-4052.

Classifieds

 

CLARK FORKLIFT FOR SALE 


2022 Clark S35L forklift in excellent condition

$30,000 


• Full cab with heat – perfect for year-round use.
• Lift capacity: 6,300 lbs.
• Low hours: 671 (still in service, so hours will go up slightly).
• Well-maintained and ready to work.
• Fork positioner
• Sideshift

This forklift is dependable, comfortable, and powerful enough for heavy lifting jobs. Ideal for warehouse, yard, or industrial use.


Call Isaac Rutten for details
(218) 535-1453

 

LUMBERYARD PROPERTY FOR LEASE 


221 South Street, Pella, Iowa
$3,200/month + taxes & insurance


Property Highlights:

  • 9,000+ SF Office/Showroom
  • Multiple warehouse buildings (1,500–4,900+ SF each)
  • Flexible space, excellent visibility, and access

Click HERE to view flyer with full details

 

Classified ads are available to retail members. To place an ad, contact Melanie at melanie@bldconnection.org or call (763) 595-4050.


Suppliers/Associate members - for advertising opportunities contact Erica Nelson at (763) 497-1778 or erica.nelson@ewald.com.

 

Northwestern Lumber Association and Mid-America Lumbermens Association are now BLD Connection. Read About Our Transformation!

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