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AGC Members Hear from Destination Medical Center on Expansion Plans
Thank you to all the members and prospective members who joined us yesterday at Somerby Golf Club for networking! Thanks as well to Patrick Seeb and Wafa Elkhalifa of Destination Medical Center (DMC) for their presentation on expansion plans in Rochester.
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2024 Minnesota Construction Summit
Have you seen the lineup of sessions at the 2024 Minnesota Construction Summit? From transition planning to tech innovations, and underground mapping to mental health, there's something for everyone at the Summit!
See all the Summit sessions.
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Keynote Speaker: Dr. Thom Mayer, Medical Director at the NFL Players Association
We work in turbulent times, where job stressors rise and resilience falls. It’s time we realize that all of us-at every level, on every team, at every job site are leaders, creating our own cultures by our actions. With lessons from his personal experience the speaker will weave lessons from 9/11, the NFL, and Ukraine to challenge and inspire you to lead all day-every day-in everything you do!
Come hear Dr. Mayer's message, "Leadership is Worthless, but Leading is Priceless: Changing Your Culture to Improve Your Team's Physical and Mental Health" on the first morning of the Summit!
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We need to hear from you in the Minnesota Construction Industry Assessment Survey!
Reminder: the 2023 construction industry assessment survey is only open until November 3, and your response is vital!
The 2023 AGC of Minnesota Construction Industry Assessment Survey yields a unique look at the entire spectrum of the Minnesota construction industry from the design and engineering phase all the way through to project completion and close out. The survey link is sent to our primary contact(s) at all AGC member firms, and through our partners at AWC, AIA, and ACEC. If you have not seen a link, please let Renee know!
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Your participation gives us rich and insightful data on trends regarding market conditions, equipment purchases, remote work policies, sourcing of workforce, retention strategies, and so much more. This data is vital to AGC's ability to effectively advocate for the industry.
View previous Industry Assessments
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The survey will close on November 3, 2023. One response per firm, please.
If you are a contractor, supplier, service provider, architect, or engineer and would like the link to the survey for your firm, please contact Renee Horsman.
All firms that complete the survey will be entered into a drawing for a delivery of delicious AGC cookies for your entire staff!
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Let's Talk Rental Attachments
We’re entering fall, marking the peak of landscaping season. This brings a checklist of necessary items, particularly attachments. Renting equipment offers a smart solution for acquiring non-standard attachments, enabling you to tailor your machines to your project’s requirements. Our rental equipment boasts an extensive array of attachments, saving you from purchasing items you might rarely use. Read more
by Taylor Kelenic, Ziegler CAT
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ESST 301: Advanced Answers to ESST Law Questions Webinar
Thank you to all the members who joined us this morning for a deep dive into Earned Sick and Safe Time! Special thanks to Martin Kappenman of Peters, Revnew, Kappenman & Anderson, P.A for lending his expertise.
If you would like the slides or webinar recording, please contact Mike.
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20-Year CHASE Recognition Event
The Construction Health and Safety Excellence (CHASE) program is celebrating its 20th year with a special event to honor the participating contractors whose stellar safety records continue to lead the Minnesota construction industry!
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Join us at Ames Center on November 8 to celebrate the achievements of these contractors in the past year, and hear an inspiring safety message from renowned speaker Garrison Wynn - "Influencing Safety: What the most successful leaders do differently."
Whether you are trying to reduce your number of recordables or prevent a good safety record from creating complacency, this entertaining, safety leadership session will get you laughing, learning and motivated to create a culture of safety while maintaining productivity.
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AGC Honors
Each year, AGC of Minnesota solicits nominees to be recognized for career contributions and personal accomplishments that have elevated the industry beyond the boundaries of their respective firm or business. This year, honorees for the AGC Lifetime Achievement Award, Skill Responsibility, and Integrity (SRI) Award, the Jensen Safety Awards, the DEI Awards, and the joint MnDOT/AGC Bridge Awards will be celebrated during an exciting evening of recognition and live entertainment at the 2024 AGC Honors on January 16.
The event promises to be a memorable and fun evening that has been purposefully scheduled the night prior to opening the 2024 Minnesota Construction Summit.
We encourage all AGC members and industry friends to join us in celebrating these truly amazing individuals and firms while also enjoying some great music entertainment provided by renowned Twin Cities musical talent Mick Sterling and his band.
Click the images below to nominate an individual, firm, or project for one of the awards to be presented at the 2024 AGC Honors!
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Nominate an individual for the
Lifetime Achievement or SRI Award
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Nominate your firm for a Jeff Jensen Memorial Construction Safety Excellence Award | |
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Culture of CARE Supports Construction Inclusion Week: October 16-20
Further your commitment to Culture of CARE by participating in the 2023 Construction Inclusion Week, October 16-20, 2023! Each day there is a theme for your company to plan activities around. Culture of CARE is supporting Construction Inclusion Week by offering Culture of CARE-specific resources for pledged companies to utilize each day. Additional resources for your company to utilize during the 2023 Construction Inclusion Week can be found at www.constructioninclusionweek.com.
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Boys & Girls Club Twin Cities to Open 13th Location
Boys & Girls Club Twin Cities (BGCTC) will open its 13th location at the V3 Health and Community Center in North Minneapolis. The V3 Center is scheduled to open in Spring, 2024. We were provided a “sneak peek” of construction in progress ahead of its grand opening. To my surprise, one of our members, RJM Construction, is the general contractor. For more information about the V3 Health and Community Center, and its importance to the Minneapolis Northside and our state, check out the Center’s website.
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Save the Date:
2nd Annual Summit on Mental Health in Construction
The Minnesota Construction Coalition for Mental Health is proud to announce its 2nd Annual Summit on Tuesday, November 28. The agenda will feature subject matter experts and members of the Minnesota construction community discussing substance use and mental health in construction. More details here.
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Expand the Toolbox Presents:
Addressing the Construction Skilled Labor Shortage - International Professionals
Tuesday, October 24
International Institute of Minnesota
This event will provide insight and access to opportunities for contractors to learn about the variety of areas where they can legally employ international students & workers who are skilled and ready for the construction industry. By attending this event you will learn about the opportunities, process, timelines, and strategy when incorporating and accommodating international students and graduates within your organization.
This event is for construction contractors/employers, HR professionals and senior leadership who are currently embracing this opportunity or looking to be a champion of this work within their own company or the industry.
Learn more and Register
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AGC 2023 DEI Awards
Applications for the second annual AGC DEI Awards are now open! These awards recognize member businesses for their initiatives in the diversity, equity, and inclusion space, and are presented in four categories:
All applicants must be members in good standing with AGC of Minnesota for at least one year, and must sign the Culture of CARE Pledge. Submissions must relate to activities or initiatives conducted in the past 12 months.
Entries are judged by the AGC of Minnesota Diversity & Inclusion Judging Committee, based on the information provided in the application. Judges are non-members who are business owners, or work in educational institutions, government entities, and community-based organizations that work in tandem with the construction industry.
The 2023 Awards will be presented at the AGC Honors event on January 16, 2024 | St. Paul Event Center
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CPP Open House
Join AWC and the City of Saint Paul for the Construction Partnering Program (CPP) Open House on Tuesday, October 24 from 3:00 - 5:00 PM at McGough's Headquarters. This FREE Open House will give attendees the opportunity to learn more about the program, meet current partners and more! Register here. Registration will close on Friday, October 20 at 5:00 PM.
This event is for contractors and subcontractors interested in mentoring smaller W/MBEs. Please note that you do not need to be an AWC Member.
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2024 Construction Summit
Registration is open both to attendees and sponsors/exhibitors for the 2024 Minnesota Construction Summit (January 17-18)!
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ATTENDEES: Save $50/person by registering before December 3.
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EXHIBITORS: Register early to get your preferred location!
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SPONSORS: The earlier you register, the more exposure you'll receive!
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