Arrowhead Builders Association

05/21/2026

Get your business in front of local builders, subcontractors, and industry leaders! Sponsorship opportunities are open for our two biggest signature events of the year!

Partnering with the ABA puts your brand directly in view of the region’s building industry professionals while helping us support the future of the trades.

We are currently booking sponsors for:

DuWayne Lenius Golf Classic
-Date: August 6th, 2026
-Location: Black Bear Golf Course
-The Crowd: A full field of local builders and associate members for a day of networking on the greens.

Shoot for the Future Clay Shoot
-Date: September 16th, 2026
-Location: Old Vermilion Trail Hunting Preserve & Shooting Clays
-The Crowd: Our annual fall event bringing together industry professionals and community members for a competitive day on the range.

Sponsorship tiers range from single-hole/station sponsors to major event partners, spots have already been filling up, so act fast!

Ready to secure your spot? Visit the event page on our website and select the event you want to sponsor to view the complete list of sponsorships available!

www.abamn.org/events/

05/19/2026

We are incredibly excited to announce the recipients of the 2026 Rachel Manley Scholarships!

To be honest, we were thrilled just looking at the pile of applications this year. Over the last few years, the number of applicants had started to thin out, so seeing such a strong surge of interest for 2026 is fantastic news. We hope this is a clear sign that young people are recognizing the building trades for what they are: stable, rewarding, and highly viable career paths.

To support that momentum, we are awarding three future tradespeople with $1,000 each to help cover their education and training costs.

Please join us in celebrating this year’s recipients:

Parker Samarzia (Holyoke, MN)
Parker will be attending Lake Superior College, pursuing a degree in Industrial Controls.

Wyatt Tyminski (Britt, MN)
Wyatt will be heading to Minnesota North College, focusing on Electrical Maintenance.

Natalee Walker (Silver Bay, MN)
Natalee will be attending Lake Superior College, working toward her career in Welding.

Congratulations to Parker, Wyatt, and Natalee! Our industry’s future depends on the next generation stepping up, and we are proud to support these three as they begin their journey into the trades!

05/18/2026

Mark your calendars for the ABA Night Out on Thursday, June 18th!

Join us, and our host, Economy Garages USA, Inc., to help them celebrate a massive milestone—50 years in business! Stop by between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM to connect with local builders, talk shop, and celebrate five decades of local history.

ABA Night Outs are completely free to attend. Whether you are a long-time member or a non-member looking to see what our network is all about, everyone is welcome.

We look forward to seeing you there!

www.abamn.org/events/economy-garages2026

05/14/2026

Such a great turnout last night at ABA Night Out! Thank you to everyone who stopped by! Thank you to The Hermantown Area Chamber of Commerce and Centricity Credit Union for hosting us!

We've been noticing increased attendance at these events, which is amazing-it reflects an engaged association, which means a STRONG association.

If you're a builder in the Arrowhead region, or a business owner who supports our building industry, and are not yet a member, there has never been a better time to join! To learn more about the benefits of membership, follow the link below!

www.abamn.org/benefits

05/13/2026

We’ve got a packed house tonight at the Hermantown Area Chamber of Commerce as they, along with Centricity Credit Union host our ABA Night Out!

We’ll be here until 6, swing by to learn more about their organizations and make some strong connections!

05/10/2026

Behind every strong home there is a mother who helped build the foundation. 🏠🛠️

Happy Mother’s Day from the Arrowhead Builders Association! Today, we celebrate the women in the trades, the moms who make our houses feel like homes, and those who support the next generation of builders here in the Northland.

Whether you’re spending the day on a DIY project or finally relaxing in the home you love, we hope your day is filled with appreciation for all the hard work you do.

Thank you for building a better future for all of us! 💐✨

05/07/2026

The premier networking event of the summer is back!

Registrations and sponsorships are now open for the 24th Annual DuWayne Lenius Golf Classic. This is more than just a day on the course—it’s a gathering of the region’s top builders, subcontractors, and industry partners.

Whether you’re looking to get your brand in front of the Northland’s building leaders or you’re ready to reclaim the trophy with your crew, now is the time to secure your spot. Don't wait for the "Sold Out" sign—lock in your sponsorship or team registration today!

Register your team or sponsor the event here: https://loom.ly/b-RaRdo

05/06/2026

Time is running out! 🚨 Register for the ABA Night Out on May 13th!

Our hosts at the Hermantown Area Chamber of Commerce and Centricity Credit Union are getting everything ready for a premier night of local networking, and we need your head counts in by the end of the day.

Don’t miss this chance to connect with the Northland's building community and our partners in Hermantown. If you’ve been meaning to sign up, this is your reminder!

Register: www.abamn.org/events/hermantown-area-chamber-of-commerce

05/04/2026

Check out NAHB's Monday Morning Briefing - lots of great info to be shared!

Here are the top stories from the NAHB Monday Morning Briefing for May 4, 2026. Read more housing industry news at http://nahb.org/blog.

05/01/2026

Big news! The Arrowhead Builders Association has officially packed up and headed to a new home.

We have moved from our Maple Grove Road office to our new location at:

📍 5161 Martin Road, Suite 201
Duluth, MN 55811

Whether you’re a member stopping by for a meeting or just looking for resources on local building and remodeling, we can’t wait to welcome you to our new space!

Please update your records and make sure to swing by and see us soon!