Less Than Two Weeks to Member Networking in Duluth!

AGC members (and prospective members) are invited to join us on July 11 for drinks, networking, and axe throwing at Blacklist Brewery & Taproom in Duluth! Come mingle with your industry peers, and help us honor former Senate Majority Leader Tom Bakk as we present him with the Legislative Award of Distinction!

AGC Member Webinars

Contact Laura Ziegler if you would like the recording or slides for any of the recent AGC member webinars:

• Get a Sense for the Dollars and Cents: 2023 Legislative Overview for the MN Construction Industry
• Getting Into the Weeds: Navigating Cannabis Legalization in Minnesota
• A Dive into Paid Leave, Safe & Sick Time, & Contractor Liability for Wage Theft

Preparing for the Legalization of Marijuana

Starting on August 1, 2023, Minnesotans 21 and older can legally use and possess marijuana. The legalization of marijuana has broad implications for the workplace and creates an interesting interplay with Minnesota’s Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace Act (“DATWA”). As August 1st approaches, employers should ensure their policies and procedures comply with DATWA and the new law. Learn more

Beth LaCanne is an attorney at the law firm Bassford Remele, P.A. Beth focuses her practice in the areas of employment litigation, advice and investigations, professional liability, and general liability. She can be reached at blacanne@bassford.com.

Fair Chance Employment: Let’s Get to Work!  June 21, 2023

Solving the Worker Shortage and Empowering Individuals

Powered by Repowered, Ramsey County and Workforce Innovation Board of Ramsey County.

This dynamic workshop brought together employers to tackle the challenges and opportunities of re-entering the community and the world of work after serving time in the criminal legal system.

We gained insights into the legal, social, and economic considerations surrounding second and fair chance hiring as a means to address local worker shortages. We Explored proven resources, best practices, and solutions that support successful workforce reintegration. We networked with like-minded leaders, exchange ideas and built valuable connections. We came together to create an inclusive and vibrant workforce, revitalizing lives, and strengthen communities. 

Center for Economic Inclusion 

2023 Powering Inclusion Summit - June 22, 2023

The Center for Economic Inclusion is an organization committed to closing racial employment, income, and wealth gaps, and building racially inclusive and equitable regional economies. This years' Summit was titled: From Gaps to Opportunity: Building Legacy Wealth in Black & Brown Communities.

In addition to Activator Labs and networking sessions, the Center for Economic Inclusion, Founders First CDC, and NEOO Partners selected grants, program scholarships, forgivable loans, and redevelopment support finalist. We are proud and wish to congratulate two of our members; Babette Buckner of Moltron Builders as a finalist for an unrestricted grant and Wendy Sullivan of Wenrich PD Construction as a finalist for a forgivable loan.

Babette Buckner

Wendy Sullivan

2024 Construction Summit:

REGISTRATION OPEN!

Registration is open both to attendees and sponsors/exhibitors for the 2024 Minnesota Construction Summit (January 17-18)!

• ATTENDEES: Take advantage of the Extra Early Bird discount by registering before September 30!
• EXHIBITORS: Register early to get your preferred location!
• SPONSORS: The earlier you register, the more exposure you'll receive!

Thanks to our latest sponsors!

RFP for speakers and contractor input!

AGC is still soliciting input from contractors and speakers for the Construction Summit!

If you have a presentation you would like to propose for an educational session, OR if you are a contractor with a suggestion for the kind of education you'd be interested in attending, please take this brief survey!

STP Classes: Coming this Fall!

Development and leadership training are key components of employee retention, and strengthen your team! Register your employees for these upcoming Supervisory Training Program classes. Students who complete all six units (in any order) receive a graduation certificate through AGC of America. Registration is now open for the first four sessions.

• Unit 2: Communication (September/October)
• Unit 3: Planning & Scheduling (September/October)
• Unit 1: Leadership & Motivation (October/November)
• Unit 5: Improving Productivity/Managing Project Costs (October/November)
• Unit 4: Contract Documents (November/December)
• Unit 6: Risk Management & Problem Solving (November/December)

Save the Date!

Mark your calendar for the following upcoming AGC events:

• Golf Tournament: August 4, 2023 (Keller Golf Course)
• AGC & MBEX Saints Game: August 9, 2023 (CHS Field)
• Sporting Clays Fundraiser: September 13, 2023 (Minnesota Horse & Hunt Club)
• Holiday Reception: December 6, 2023 (Quincy Hall)
• 2024 AGC Honors: January16, 2024 (St. Paul Event Center)
• 2024 Minnesota Construction Summit: January 17-18 (St. Paul RiverCentre)

.........Get the Extra Early Bird discount by registering to attend before September 30!