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The Level Set - September 23, 2026

The Level Set - September 23, 2026

The Level Set

September 23, 2026

 

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Updates & Events

Estimating 1-2-3 Returns to Minnesota 

One of BLD Connection’s most popular workshops is coming to Inver Grove Heights, October 20-22. Led by national trainer Casey Voorhees, Estimating 1-2-3 gives estimators, sales staff and design personnel practical training in blueprint reading, residential construction and material take-offs.


Registration deadline: September 29. Don’t miss your opportunity to sharpen estimating skills and improve accuracy, efficiency and profitability.


A special thank you to Simpson Strong-Tie for hosting this year’s Minnesota workshop.

Estimating 1-2-3 

October 20-22, 2026

Inver Grove Heights, MN

 

Women in LBM: What Are You Waiting to Do? 

Say no. Ask for help. Speak up. Take credit for your work. Pursue an opportunity. Sometimes we know exactly what we need to do, but still find ourselves waiting for someone else to tell us it’s okay.


Join Dena Cordova-Jack for the next Women in LBM Lunch & Learn on Thursday, November 12, from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM CST. The Permission Problem will explore how approval, perfectionism, fear of disappointing others and our own expectations can hold us back.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Recognize where you may be waiting for approval you don’t need
  • Separate thoughtful decision-making from fear and self-doubt
  • Give yourself permission to ask, act, change or simply say no

Women in LBM Lunch & Learn

Tuesday, November 12, 2026

Online

 

Last Call for Tees & Tastings

Two favorite fall events are almost here, so don’t wait to register!

Sunflower Shootout Golf Outing
October 14

Sand Creek Station Golf Course


Enjoy golf, contests, prizes, dinner and a fun day with fellow dealers and suppliers.

Wine & Whiskey Outing
October 17

Des Moines, IA


Visit Iowa Distilling Company, Covered Bridges Winery and West Hill Brewing Company, with tastings, lunch, snacks and prize drawings along the way.

 
 

Resource of the Month

Classifieds

 

Warehouse Team Member at Banowetz Lumber

Seeking an individual with general knowledge of building materials, valid driver’s license.


Email office.manager@banowetzlumber.com for information.

 

Design Home Center Full Time Hiring Sales Associate


Design Home Center in New Ulm, MN, is seeking a friendly, motivated Sales Associate to join its team.


Design Home Center offers competitive pay, training and growth opportunities, and a supportive, family-oriented workplace. For full details,click here.

 

Design Home Center Hiring Full Time Delivery Driver


Design Home Center is seeking an outgoing, energetic team member to deliver building materials to contractors and customers. Responsibilities include loading and unloading trucks, organizing materials, and some heavy lifting.


For full details,click here.

 

 Join Our Team at Lloyd Lumber!


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.

 

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.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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