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The Level Set - June 18, 2025

The Level Set - June 18, 2025

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June 18, 2025

 

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Updates & Events

How to Get Your Business AI-Ready

Wondering how to use AI in your business? This webinar breaks down real-world AI tools that are already delivering results in the LBM industry. Find out how to apply them across your teams and what to plan for next.

  • Learn where AI is delivering real ROI
  • Build a safe and practical AI roadmap
  • Understand how to track your AI readiness

Free for BLD Connection members. $49 for non-members.


Can’t make it live? No problem. Register and we’ll send you the recording.

AI Adoption
for Small Business

June 26
Online at 12:00 pm CST


 

ProDealer Summit Heads to Louisville

Presented by HBS Dealer and NLBMDA, this national event brings together LBM dealers, distributors and manufacturers for three days of learning, networking and industry insight. Join NLBMDA, BLD Connection and your fellow dealers and suppliers from around the country in the Bluegrass State as we celebrate another year of the LBM industry!


  • Yard tour at Falls City Lumber Company
  • Evening event at Louisville Slugger Museum
  • Sessions on market trends and leadership
  • Annual ProDealer & Independent Pro Dealer of the Year Awards Dinner

October 8–10
Louisville KY 


 

Confident Hiring Starts Here

Hire Power is your go-to online training for attracting qualified candidates and making confident hiring decisions—designed specifically for the LBM and building products industry.


  • Built for busy owners and team leaders focused on hiring and retention
  • Includes 8 on-demand modules with videos, worksheets, scripts, templates, and real-world examples
  • Use as a full recruiting guide or grab-and-go toolbox

BLD Connection members receive 10% off this comprehensive training led by recruiting expert Rikka Brandon. Whether you're hiring now or planning ahead, Hire Power gives you the tools and confidence to do it right.

 
 

Resource of the Month

Need Checks or Forms? We’ve Got You

From checks to computer forms to register tickets, BLD Connection can provide you with a no-obligation quote and fulfill your orders quickly. Provide us with a sample of the forms you currently use for a free quote. Send your sample or request a quote from Katie at katie@bldconnection.org.


Classifieds

TRUCK FOR SALE - PRICE REDUCED!  


2000 Sterling with 24' bed

372,000 miles

2002 Princeton PB50 Piggyback

$48,000 - PRICE LOWERED TO $42,000!


Contact Pete at (715) 748-4344 or pete@klingbeillumber.com.


 

CATERPILLAR FORKLIFT FOR SALE - PRICE REDUCED! 


1994 GPL40-G2 Caterpillar Forklift for Sale.

$12,500 - PRICE LOWERED TO $10,950!

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.

 

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

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