Northwestern Lumber Association and Mid-America Lumbermens Association are now BLD Connection. The Level Set is our weekly bulletin. Watch for this email every Wednesday to bring you up to speed on the latest events, education, and time-sensitive information. |
- February 21-22, 2024 – BizCon South, Altoona, IA
- March 21, 2024 – Wisconsin Connection Conference, Baraboo, WI
- April 9-19, 2024 - NLBMDA Spring Meeting & Legislative Conference
- May 1-2, 2024 - Swing Into Spring, Osage Beach, MO
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Call (888) 544-6822 with questions about the show or registration. |
Unwind & Connect at the Wisconsin Connection Conference Reception! March 21, 2024
Ho-Chunk Gaming Wisconsin Dells
Baraboo, WI |
Treat yourself to a much-deserved night out – book your room at Ho-Chuck Gaming before Feb. 19 to receive the BLD Connection discount.
After participating in the day’s educational events, stick around and enjoy an evening of fun with friends – old and new. The Networking Reception includes complimentary beer, soda, and appetizers and a friendly game for prizes. After the reception, try your luck at one of the casino tables or slots while connecting with your peers.
The discount hotel room block at Ho-Chunk expires on February 19. Reserve your room today by calling 800-746-2486 and reference: BLD Connection; Block ID #13247. The discounted room rate is $119 + tax & fees.
Click HERE to view the full schedule and register for the 2024 Wisconsin Connection Conference. |
Join Us at the Annual Swing Into Spring! |
Join your fellow dealers and suppliers in Osage Beach, Missouri at the Margaritaville Lake Resort and The Oaks Golf Course for: - Fishing on Lake of the Ozarks
- Annual Corn Hole Tournament
- Steak/Chop Fry with Open Bar
- Swing Into Spring Golf Tournament
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Upcoming Classes & Webinars |
- March 5-6 – Yard & Delivery Operations Workshop, Tomah, WI
- March 7-8 – Yard & Delivery Operations Workshop, Eden Prairie, MN
- March 18 – 19 - Blueprint Reading & Material Take-Off, Sioux Falls, SD
- March 21 – 22 - Blueprint Reading & Material Take-Off, Fargo, ND
- March 26 – LBM Inventory Management, Kansas City, KS
- March 27 – Improving Profits, Kansas City, KS
- March 26-28 – Estimating 1-2-3, Inver Grove Heights, MN
- April 23-25 – Estimating 1-2-3, Inver Grove Heights, MN
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Click on dates for links to registration and full details. |
Yard & Delivery Operations Workshop with Emily Overson |
Are you looking for ways to improve efficiency and reduce product damage around your yard? Sign up today for the Yard & Delivery Operations Workshop! |
Attendees will be challenged to evaluate your company’s processes to gain efficiency and improve your bottom line. Group roundtable discussions provide added insight into what other operations are doing.
The workshop will conclude with a walk-through at a host retail location. Students will be asked to perform a Yard & Delivery Workshop Challenge for their company. |
This popular workshop provides 2 full days of instruction and discussion on residential construction methods, blueprint reading, and material take-off. Learn basic blueprint reading by identifying lines, symbols and details while developing an understanding of elevations, floor plans, framing and sectional views. Students will be introduced to various residential construction methods and estimating formulas while working on a basic single level home with a trussed roof. |
Blueprint Reading & Material Take-Off with Casey Voorhees
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LBM Inventory Management For your business to run smoothly, you must be diligent with your Inventory Management system. |
This course will discuss the importance of accurate inventory management, explain the costs involved with mis-managed inventory and best practices that companies can use to have an accurate accounting that will benefit all areas of the business. There will be a strong focus on making sure companies are using whatever system (ERP-QuickBooks-etc) to the greatest capability. |
Devoting time and attention to the details will truly make a difference in the long term for your organization’s success. During this one-day workshop, we will discuss tools you can use to move towards your business goals and a healthy bottom line including ensuring proper cashflow, budgeting, inventory controls, keeping score, monthly financial cycle and more!
Walk away with greater understanding and a fresh desire to tackle the elements which will reap large rewards for your organization. |
Improving Profits Accomplish your business goals by gaining a better understanding of your financials and ways to increase profitability. |
“Whether it’s a simple fix or a major new process, Emily will break down the solution sensibly and methodically so everyone can benefit in their own way.” Will
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Estimating 123 These classes sell out quickly so register early! |
On Day 1, attendees will learn basic blueprint reading by identifying lines, symbols and details while developing an understanding of elevations, floor plans, framing and sectional views. Day 2 introduces the class to various residential construction methods and estimating formulas while working on a take-off of a basic single level home with a trussed roof. Day 3 moves into the more advanced areas of a material take-off including irregular layouts, doors, windows and millwork.
“Casey is an amazing instructor and simplified things. This really will help do estimates more efficiently.” Jacob |
Thinking of Ways to Maximize Tax Savings?
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If you’re thinking through ways to mitigate taxes for your business, consider a quick conversation with Daniel Gardner to learn how the BLD Connection 401k program can work for you. |
Visit with Daniel Gardner at BizCon South at booth 406! Or you can contact him at (612) 743-4961 or dgardner@osaicwealth.com to find out more about how the BLD Connection 401k program can work for you. And check out this video to learn more about the value of group 401(k) plans. |
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