Summer Webinar Series Spotlight: Leveraging LEAN and AI to Optimize Your Yard |
Discover how two powerful tools, LEAN principles and artificial intelligence, can help improve efficiency, reduce waste, and elevate service in your yard operations. What you'll learn: - Ways to identify and eliminate operational inefficiencies
- How AI can support productivity and decision-making
- Practical strategies to improve yard performance and customer service
With Jeff Tweten, WorkSafeWorkSmart.com LLC and Lumber Buddy, Inc. |
Leveraging LEAN and AI to Optimize Your Yard August 6 | Online
12:00–12:40 PM CDT
BLD Members: Free
Non-Members: $49 |
Thank you to LBM Advantage for sponsoring this webinar series and supporting professional development opportunities for our members. |
Host a LumberTech Class at Your Location |
Are you looking for a way to support industry education while bringing valuable training opportunities closer to BLD Connection members? Consider hosting a LumberTech class at your facility. |
Benefits of hosting include: - Supporting professional development within the lumber and building materials industry
- Building relationships with dealers and industry professionals in your region
- Showcasing your facility and company to engaged BLD Connection members
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If your company has a large private meeting room and would like to learn more about hosting a future LumberTech class, contact Connie at (763) 595-4045 or connie@bldconnection.org. |
Last Chance to Tee Up in Wisconsin |
Registration is closing soon for the BLD Connection Wisconsin Golf Outing on Tuesday, July 28 at Trappers Turn Golf Club in Wisconsin Dells. Join fellow dealers and suppliers for a day of golf, networking, and friendly competition at one of Wisconsin's premier courses. - 12:00 PM shotgun start at Trappers Turn Golf Club
- On-course contests, prizes, and networking opportunities
- Dinner and awards following play
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Don't wait. Final spots are filling quickly. |
Wisconsin Golf Outing Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Trappers Turn Golf Club Wisconsin Dells, WI
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Staples Business Advantage |
We’ve partnered with Staples Business Advantage, which means you too can take advantage of discounted prices on office and business supplies for only $40 annually!
They can help with all your supply needs like: Office Products, Janitorial Supplies, Break room Supplies, Technology, Furniture, and Shipping & Packaging Supplies. Call (888) 544-6822 or email Katie at katie@bldconnection.org to participate. |
Join Our Team at Lloyd Lumber!
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Lloyd Lumber in North Mankato MN is on the lookout for dedicated individuals to join our family! We're looking for two motivated Contractor Sales People to help our clients bring their projects to life. We offer competitive wages along with a robust benefits package that includes a 401(k), health insurance, paid time off, employee discounts, health savings accounts, and life insurance. If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive environment, apply today!
Reply to Kory@lloydlumber.com or 507-625-4500. |
Fiberboard Sheathing - FOR SALE
1156 sheets of 4x9-1/2” Blue Ridge Fiberboard Sheathing.
In great condition! Asking $5.00 per sheet or best offer.
Glenbrook Building Supply, North Hudson, WI.
Contact Tim @ 612-363-7336 or timkoeller@glenbrooklumber.com |
Forklift - FOR SALE
2006 Hyster H80XM 6614 Hours Perkins Diesel 48" ADJ. Lumber Forks $15,000
Contact Scott at scowger@sprintlumber.com. |
Lumberyard Property - FOR LEASE
221 South Street, Pella, Iowa
$3,200/month + taxes & insurance Over 3 acres with multiple buildings, secure indoor/outdoor storage, loading docks, drive-in doors, and ample parking. Ideal for warehouse, light manufacturing, or distribution use.
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. |
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