BLD Connection

BLD Connection We Believe in Building...Community! AR, IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD, Upper MI, and WI.

Advancing the lumber & building material industry in the Upper Midwest and strengthening members through education, networking, advocacy, and resources.

📣 BLD Connection members are making their voices heard in Iowa!Our Iowa members are actively meeting with state Senators...
08/27/2026

📣 BLD Connection members are making their voices heard in Iowa!

Our Iowa members are actively meeting with state Senators and Representatives to discuss the issues impacting the lumber and building materials industry and the independent businesses and communities we serve.

As part of these conversations, members are also distributing Iowa Lumber Political Action Committee (ILUMPAC) PAC checks to help strengthen relationships and ensure our industry has a voice at the State Capitol.

Thank you to our members who continue to show up, advocate, and help move our industry forward!

Great connections, valuable education and plenty of opportunities to build your network are ahead! Mark your calendars f...
08/25/2026

Great connections, valuable education and plenty of opportunities to build your network are ahead! Mark your calendars for these upcoming BLD Connection Conferences & BizCons!

Whether you're joining us for education, discovering new products and services, reconnecting with industry friends or making brand-new connections, there’s something for everyone at BLD Connection events.

Save the dates and make plans to join us! More details and registration information coming soon.

🔨 BLD Connection — Your Network of Support.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for The Leadership Playbook: Building Teams That Stay and Perform!A special thank yo...
08/20/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for The Leadership Playbook: Building Teams That Stay and Perform!

A special thank you to Michele Burger and April Murray of Misura Group for sharing practical insights on strengthening leadership, improving communication, building trust, and creating teams where employees can thrive.

And thank you to our webinar sponsor, LBM Advantage, for supporting this valuable educational opportunity!

⛳ Thank you to everyone who joined us at Trappers Turn Golf Club in Wisconsin Dells for another fantastic BLD Golf Outin...
08/13/2026

⛳ Thank you to everyone who joined us at Trappers Turn Golf Club in Wisconsin Dells for another fantastic BLD Golf Outing! We had a great day on the course and loved seeing so many dealers and supplier partners come together.

If this looks like your kind of event, don't miss our final golf outing of 2026 - the Sunflower Shootout at Sand Creek Station Golf Course in Newton, KS!

📅 Wednesday, October 14
📍 Sand Creek Station Golf Course, Newton, KS

Scan the QR code to register and join us for another fun-filled day of golf, networking, and friendly competition!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the latest BLD Summer Webinar Series session with Jeff Tweten!We hope you walked...
08/10/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the latest BLD Summer Webinar Series session with Jeff Tweten!

We hope you walked away with practical ideas for using LEAN principles and AI to improve yard efficiency, reduce waste, enhance safety, and strengthen your operations.

A special thank you to Jeff for sharing his expertise and real-world insights from more than 25 years in the LBM industry, and to our webinar sponsor, LBM Advantage, for helping make this educational opportunity possible.

We appreciate everyone who attended and look forward to seeing you at our next Summer Webinar!

Thank you to the 40 women who joined us for another inspiring Women in LBM session with Dena Cordova Jack!We appreciate ...
08/05/2026

Thank you to the 40 women who joined us for another inspiring Women in LBM session with Dena Cordova Jack!

We appreciate Dena for sharing practical strategies on avoiding burnout, setting healthy boundaries, and leading with confidence. Thank you as well to everyone who participated and made the discussion so engaging.

We're grateful to have such a supportive community—we look forward to seeing you at the next Women in LBM event!

📘 The New BLD Connection LumberTech Catalog Is Here!Whether you're a yard Team member, salesperson, estimator, owner, ma...
08/04/2026

📘 The New BLD Connection LumberTech Catalog Is Here!

Whether you're a yard Team member, salesperson, estimator, owner, manager, or part of the office Team, LumberTech is your go-to resource for training and professional development in the retail lumber industry.

Browse the online catalog to explore the courses and learning opportunities available:
🔗 https://bldconnection.growthzoneapp.com/ap/CloudFile/Download/Lqgz8qmp

Prefer a printed copy? Watch your mailbox—printed catalogs will begin arriving in mid-August!

⛳ Thank You for a Great Day at Trappers Turn! ⛳A huge thank you to the golfers who joined us for a sunny, hot, and fun-f...
07/29/2026

⛳ Thank You for a Great Day at Trappers Turn! ⛳

A huge thank you to the golfers who joined us for a sunny, hot, and fun-filled day at our BLD Golf Outing. It was a fantastic day of golf, networking, and camaraderie!

A special thank you to our sponsors for your generous support in helping make this new event such a success. Your partnership helps strengthen the BLD community and create meaningful opportunities for our members to connect.

We appreciate everyone who joined us and look forward to seeing you at our next event!

Please join us in congratulating Connie Johnson, Vice President and Director of Education at BLD Connection, on being na...
07/29/2026

Please join us in congratulating Connie Johnson, Vice President and Director of Education at BLD Connection, on being named a 2026 Top Women in Hardware & Building Supply Business Excellence winner!

Connie will be recognized at the Top Women in Hardware & Building Supply Awards event in Chicago, November 2-3, 2026. We are proud of the knowledge, dedication and genuine care she brings to BLD Connection and our members every day.

Congratulations, Connie! This recognition is so well deserved.

Learn more: https://hbsdealer.com/hbsdealer-salutes-top-women

Are you doing too much?Join our next Women in LBM Lunch & Learn as Dena Cordova-Jack shares practical strategies to reco...
07/27/2026

Are you doing too much?

Join our next Women in LBM Lunch & Learn as Dena Cordova-Jack shares practical strategies to recognize overload, prevent burnout, and protect your effectiveness without sacrificing your impact.

📅 Wednesday, August 5, 2026
🕦 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. CDT
💻 Online

🔗 Register: https://bit.ly/women-aug5

Know a woman in the industry who would benefit? Share this post!

Thank you to Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Company for sponsoring the 2026 Women in LBM Lunch & Learn series.

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