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Celebrating Achievement and Meaningful Work
Recognizing accomplishment is a gift that validates excellence while providing inspiration and passion for others to set and attain goals. Today, I am filled with pride to announce that AGC of Minnesota was honored this week by our peer chapters across the country to receive the national AGC of America 2023 Chapter Diversity & Inclusion Excellence Award. It is a gross understatement to say that we are thrilled and humbled for this recognition, but we acknowledge that our work in this space has only begun.
| AGC of America President Les Snyder (left) presents the 2023 Chapter Diversity & Inclusion Excellence Award to (L-R): Yolanda McIntosh, Tim Worke, and 2023 Board Chair Brent Wilber. | |
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Just four short years ago, our board of directors made a commitment to elevate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) as a strategic initiative for the association and set us on a course to build a more inclusive and welcoming AGC member experience. Central to the challenge was onboarding a top talent to the AGC staff who could both lead and inspire the commitment necessary to change our industry culture. Yolanda McIntosh has stepped into the DEI role with an energy that has challenged convention, inspired action, and transformed the association.
Today, we pause to acknowledge and celebrate the many gifts and talents Yolanda shares as a DEI resource to our members. We also proudly accept the recognition this award brings to the chapter and how it validates the meaningful work necessary to implement change. Thank you to all our members who have taken the Culture of CARE pledge; created and implemented a DEI plan; onboarded diverse talent; or undertaken any host of intentional actions to help drive inclusivity into our industry culture. Today, we celebrate those accomplishments. Tomorrow, we re-commit to the cause.
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Recognizing Industry Leaders and Industry-Leading Accomplishments:
AGC Honors
Just as we are honored to be recognized for our work, we look forward to honoring individuals and companies among our membership who exemplify excellence in the Minnesota construction industry.
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.
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 (one week left to get the extra early bird registration rate).
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 DEI Award | |
Nominate your firm for a Jeff Jensen Memorial Construction Safety Excellence Award | |
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Nominate a bridge project for a joint MnDOT/AGC Bridge Award
(see below for details)
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2023 AGC Bridge Award Nominations are Open!
As the construction season winds down, or speeds into the finish line, it is time for the 22nd Annual Bridge Construction Awards nominations. MnDOT, MnDOT State Aid, and the AGC Bridge Committee want to recognize high quality bridge construction projects that have been opened to traffic in 2022 and 2023. AGC member Contractors, suppliers, and others are encouraged to discuss project merits with the owner to receive consideration. The MnDOT project engineer or local agency owner and the contractor must both endorse the submittal.
Contractors should contact the District and/or District State Aid Office to discuss submitting a nomination form for one or more bridge projects completed in 2022 or 2023. County or other publicly owned bridges also qualify. The nomination form, plus narratives and photos are due to the MnDOT Bridge Office by October 17th, 2023.
Award Categories:
MnDOT or local agency bridges constructed by an AGC Contractor
1. Bridges costing less than $1.5 million
2. Bridges costing between $1.5 and $5.0 million
3. Bridges costing over $5.0 million
Please note that award submittals will only be accepted for bridge projects completed by AGC member contractors
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Compact Construction Equipment: The Key Step to Optimize Your Budding Business
Compact construction equipment, once considered support equipment, is now more sought after because of its proven capabilities, flexibility, and lower cost. Many operators now prefer these machines to get work done. Read more about compact construction equipment’s impact on a contractor’s bottom line.
John Weber has worked in the construction equipment industry for more than seven years. As the General Manager of RDO Equipment Co. in Dayton and Sauk Rapids, Minnesota, he helps contractors build in rural and metropolitan areas.
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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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The CHASE program began in 2003 as a partnership between Minnesota OSHA and AGC of Minnesota. Twenty years later, it is still the longest-running partnership with MNOSHA. The program is designed to recognize AGC member contractors for their safety programs and performance, while providing incentives for partnership.
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!
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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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ONE WEEK to Save on Registration!
The Minnesota Construction Summit is the industry event of the year, bringing together contractors, public owners, suppliers, service providers, and legislators for two days of education, inspiration, and networking.
Attendees can save a bundle by registering before September 30 for the extra early bird rate!
Coming Soon: session and speaker lineup
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Rochester Area Member Networking + Expansion Plans Update
Networking opportunities are among the benefits AGC provides to members!
AGC members (and prospective members) are invited to join us for a networking event at Somerby Golf Club in Byron on October 12.
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Thanks to Mayo Clinic's $4 billion expansion announcement this year, Destination Medical Center will hit its goal to bring $5.6 billion in economic development to downtown Rochester by 2033.
Come mingle with your industry peers and hear about the latest expansion plans in Rochester from Patrick Seeb, Executive Director of Destination Medical Center (DMC) Economic Development Agency.
The DMC is the state’s largest public-private economic development initiative, which aims to transform Rochester into a global destination for health and wellness.
Register to join us!
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Register for STP Classes!
Supervisory Training Program classes are in full swing at the AGC office and online!
Students who complete all six units (in any order) receive a graduation certificate through AGC of America. Registration is now open for all upcoming 2023 classes.
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AGC of Minnesota is pleased to announce that applications are being accepted for the next Executive Circle series. Now in its third year, this Executive Circle is an executive leaders’ development program.
If you, or someone in your firm, is charged with making decisions or influencing decisions on behalf of the firm, this program is a must. Participants explore various aspects of transformational leadership over six sessions with Tina Nazier, Wipfli’s National Construction and Real Estate Organizational Performance Strategy Leader. The 2024 program begins January 25 and concludes May 16. Application deadline is November 17, 2023 and is available to AGC member firms only. No more than 14 people will be accepted.
The program adheres to the AGC of Minnesota Antitrust Policy.
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2024 Construction Summit:
REGISTRATION OPEN!
Registration is open both to attendees and sponsors/exhibitors for the 2024 Minnesota Construction Summit (January 17-18)!
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ATTENDEES: Take advantage of the Extra Early Bird discount by registering before September 30!
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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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Don't Miss These Events!
Register now for these upcoming AGC events:
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