Renew Today and Keep Building Together with BLD Connection |
The 2025-26 Membership Year begins October 1. BLD Connection is more than membership. It is about mutual support, shared expertise, and building stronger businesses together.
“ The educational opportunities, online and in-person, have been instrumental in helping our employees grow.” — Jim McGrew, Suburban Lumber Company
- Participation and sponsorship create lasting connections
- Members benefit from advocacy, resources, and networking opportunities
- Professional development and educational resources available year-round
Your renewal form has been mailed to you, and you can also log into the Member Info Hub to pay your invoice. Renew by October 31 to avoid any interruption in your benefits. Renew today, stay connected, and keep building together. |
Call our office at (888) 544-6822 for assistance with your renewal. |
Build Confidence and Community With Women in the Industry |
BLD’s Women in the Industry Lunch and Learn offers a supportive space to grow together, focusing on leadership that goes beyond authority to influence, confidence, and connection. Join facilitator Dena Cordova Jack as we continue building community and impact across the LBM industry. |
- Lead effectively across departments and generations
- Claim your seat at the table, no matter your title
- Apply influence tactics to drive impact without authority
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Women in the Industry Lunch and Learn
October 21, 2025
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Virtual | Open to BLD members |
BizCon Registration Opens Next Week |
Registration for the 2026 BizCons opens next week. These two-day events bring Retail and Associate Members together for education, networking, and partnership building that strengthen our shared community.
- Membership Luncheon with new rapid-fire idea sharing format
- Educational seminars, exhibit halls, and exhibitor speed sessions
- Networking, Brews & Bites Reception, contests, and prizes
Register for your badge and/or booth next week and be part of the connections that keep us moving forward. |
January 20–21, 2026
St. Cloud, MN |
February 3–4, 2026
Altoona, IA |
Get the Tools You Need to Hire with Confidence |
Struggling to find great candidates or get your job offers accepted? Hire Power is an online, on demand training built for the LBM and Building Products industry. Designed for busy owners and team leaders, it delivers everything you need to start hiring smarter, quickly. With 8 engaging modules packed with tools, scripts, templates, and real-world examples, you'll be ready to recruit with confidence in just a few hours.
Learn more and access your BLD member discount. Click HERE. |
CLARK FORKLIFT FOR SALE
2022 Clark S35L forklift in excellent condition $30,000 .
• Full cab with heat – perfect for year-round use.
• Lift capacity: 6,300 lbs.
• Low hours: 671 (still in service, so hours will go up slightly).
• Well-maintained and ready to work.
• Fork positioner
• Sideshift
This forklift is dependable, comfortable, and powerful enough for heavy lifting jobs. Ideal for warehouse, yard, or industrial use.
Call Isaac Rutten for details
(218-535-1453
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CATERPILLAR FORKLIFT FOR SALE - PRICE REDUCED!
1994 GPL40-G2 Caterpillar Forklift for Sale. $12,500 - PRICE LOWERED TO $10,950!
Original Owner. 7860 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. Tune Up in June 2024. Serviced 6/27/2025.
Email: scbp57@gmail.com
Bob Halleland |
LUMBERYARD PROPERTY FOR LEASE
221 South Street, Pella, Iowa
$3,200/month + taxes & insurance
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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