February 5, 2025

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

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Time is running out to register for the February Estimating 1-2-3 Workshop in Inver Grove Heights, MN!

• Learn job costing and estimating techniques.
• Gain insights from industry experts.
• Build skills to improve profitability.

Estimating 1-2-3 is also available March 18–20, 2025, in Appleton, WI. Details and registration for Appleton are availablehere.

Estimating 1-2-3 - Minnesota

February 25–27, 2025
Inver Grove Heights, MN

BLD Connection’s LumberTech Professional Development Programs offer tailored, industry-specific training to help your team thrive.

Estimating 1–2–3: Learn blueprint reading, construction techniques, and material take-offs.

• Feb. 25–27 – Inver Grove Heights, MN
• Mar. 18–20 – Appleton, WI

Advanced Operations: Optimize yard layouts, daily processes, and leadership skills.

• Mar. 25–26 – Minnesota

Intro to Building Material Sales: Gain foundational knowledge for industry newcomers.

• Mar. 25 – Lincoln, NE
• Mar. 27 – Kansas City, MO
• Apr. 8 – Wisconsin Dells, WI
• Apr. 10 – Minnesota

Don’t miss out – pre-registration closes Friday, February 7, at noon!

• Attend seminars, including topics such as Mastering Consultative Selling, Team Excellence and How AI Will or Won’t Change your Life
• Network during the Membership Luncheon and Brews and Bites Evening Reception.
• Discover innovations in the Exhibit Hall and Speed Showcase.

Questions? Email Jodie Fleck at jodie@bldconnection.orgor call (763) 595-4058.

BizCon South

February 18–19, 2025
Altoona, IA

Ready to simplify your 401(k) and focus on growing your business? With BLD Connection’s group 401(k) MEP, you can reduce your administrative load while giving your team a benefit they’ll appreciate. We handle the heavy lifting, so you can stay focused on what matters most – your business.

Whether you’re starting a plan or improving an existing one, this could be the solution you've been looking for. See how easy it can be by watching our 401(k) Informational Video.

For personalized advice, reach out to Dan Gardner at (612) 743-4961 or dgardner@osaicwealth.com. Let’s get started!

CATERPILLAR FORKLIFT FOR SALE

1994 GPL40-G2 Caterpillar Forklift for Sale.

$12,500 . Original Owner. 7785 Hours. 8300#, Triplex 168/85 Mast,

78" x 48" Carriage, 48" x 8" x 1-1/2" Forks,
4.3l 6 cyl Gas.

Good Condition. Service & Tune up in June 2024 .

Email: scbp57@gmail.com
Bob Halleland

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.

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