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MBI Makes $250,000 Pledge To University of Northern Iowa ITC Center

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In This Issue...

Choose the Right Fire Extinguisher for Your Jobsite... 6 Meet Joe Melton........................................................................ 7 YBuilder Network Continues Growth in 2021............ 14 Did You Know - You Can Earn Rewards from MBI's Member Referral Program.......................... 16 Pre-Planning to Protect Your Construction Jobsite From Known Risks...................... 18 Where Have All the Mailings Gone?................................ 22

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MBI Makes $250,000 Pledge to Enhance Construction Management Program at The University of Northern Iowa

Master Builder Designation - Time to Enroll!.............. 27 Calendar of Events.................................................................. 32

Essential Partners Featured in this Issue NorthRisk Partners................................................................ 17

We are pleased to announce that construction leaders serving on both the MBI Board of Directors and the MBI-WORKS Endowment Board of Directors, have pledged a $250,000 gift to the University of Northern Iowa's new Industrial Technology Center (ITC) Project. The University of Northern Iowa was recently awarded funding by the Iowa Legislature to renovate and expand the ITC, which houses the vitally important Construction Management program on its campus.

Feature Articles

2 New Building Will Enhance MBI's Ability to Meet the Mission

9 Big Things Happening On the Workforce Front 12 Legislative Summary 20 VisionX - Iowa's Premier Construction Technology Expo

24 The Future of Training Arrives Today 28 Failure is Not an Option: Ensuring Success on Construction Projects

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CINDY ADAMS

Project Information Specialist 515-657-4388 CAdams@MBI.Build

LAURIE DELMOTT Chief Operating Officer 515-657-4383 LDelmott@MBI.Build

BEN HAMMES Director of Public Affairs 515-657-4401 BHammes@MBI.Build

JULIE KNUDSON Project Information Specialist 712-224-5553 JKnudson@MBI.Build

CHRISTY MILLER Accounting Manager 515-657-4397 CMiller@MBI.Build

BRANDON BLACK

CHELSEA DELMOTT

NICHOLE FRY

TOM FULCHER

CSSI Safety Consultant 515-657-4391 Brandon@IowaCSSI.com

Program & Events Coordinator 515-657-4386 NFry@MBI.Build

MBI STAFF JOE MELTON

Director of Safety Services & CSSI Director of Operations 515-657-4403 Joe@IowaCSSI.com

ALY MURPHY

Membership & Sales Associate 515-657-4380 AMurphy@MBI.Build

Communications Coordinator 515-657-4390 CDelmott@MBI.Build

Director of Education 515-657-4395 TFulcher@MBI.Build

CHAD KLEPPE President / CEO 515-657-4382 CKleppe@MBI.Build

MICHAEL MESSER CSSI Safety Consultant 319-572-3595 Michael@IowaCSSI.com

MARK WIELAND

WORKSAFE Manager & CSSI Safety Consultant

515-657-4392 Mark@IowaCSSI.com

New Building Will Enhance MBI's Ability To Meet The Mission

BY CHAD KLEPPE PRESIDENT/CEO

MBI has not had a change in its address since 1968.

Needless to say, it is probably time to look for an upgrade.

Besides extremely convenient parking for programs at the Iowa Events Center, the positive attributes of our current facility are limited and dwindling fast.

In order to better serve the MBI membership statewide, the MBI Board of Directors made the decision it was time to find a new home with a focus on expanded capabilities.

Built over 53 years ago, our current building has served the industry very well. However, like the downtown neighborhood where we are located, the industry has changed substantially. MBI must be better equipped to provide services to all MBI members, no matter where they are located. It is easy to have programs in Des Moines, but are we really serving the entire membership in the best possible manner? Taking a serious look at how our current building fits into this service equation is the first and most important step in creating an association that will continue to be a high performing organization that benefits all members equally.

The current strategic plan calls for the development and implementation of a plan to create a more functional, technology-friendly and accessible MBI headquarters.

As part of this process, a feasibility study was conducted this past year that included sessions with staff, the Board, as well as three separate focus groups consisting of representatives from the MBI membership. The locations 2

of the focus groups were Waterloo, Iowa City and Ankeny and brought in members from each of those vicinities.

We used the information gathered from these various listening sessions to craft a guidance matrix to guide our property search and we are confident that we will have a facility that provides the highest level of member engagement, no matter where a member is located.

Many thanks to the leadership of past Board Chairs Don Woodruff and Scott Ward and the current Chair Steve Lang, who realized that the time for studying had passed and that it was time for some action. A final real estate strategy was presented, approved and set in motion.

As of today, MBI has a signed purchase agreement for a property in West Des Moines. It is located off of I-235 and is a 10-minute drive from our current location. The project will include a complete interior remodel of its over 12,000 sqft., as well as exterior renovations. The facility will house a large classroom with state-of-the-art AV capabilities that will allow members from across the state to participate in programs, no matter where they are located. Likewise, the office will have more collaborative spaces and meeting rooms to enable members and staff to connect as we move forth with MBI’s mission of serving, and enhancing Iowa’s construction industry.

These are exciting times for MBI and we look forward to sharing highlights throughout the journey with our membership.

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BY CHAD KLEPPE PRESIDENT/CEO

MBI Makes $250,000 Pledge to Enhance Construction Management Program at the University of Northern Iowa We are pleased to announce that construction leaders serving on both the MBI Board of Directors and the MBI-WORKS Endowment Board of Directors, have pledged a $250,000 gift to the University of Northern Iowa's new Industrial Technology Center (ITC) Project. The University of Northern Iowa was recently awarded funding by the Iowa Legislature to renovate and expand the ITC, which houses the vitally important Construction Management program on its campus. The funding by the Iowa Legislature was $40.5 million over four years. As a part of that funding by the Iowa Legislature, the University of Northern Iowa had agreed to privately raise 10% in additional monies to support the technological upgrades that are needed.

The commercial construction industry in Iowa has changed greatly in the 40-plus years since the Industrial Technology Center was originally constructed. Built to educate shop teachers in 1974, students now need greater space for collaborative, hands-on learning with industry-standard equipment. The building's infrastructure is also in need of maintenance. With more than $10.1 million in deferred maintenance, the building systems are beyond their useful life and cannot support the department's technology-heavy equipment.

UNI's Department of Technology houses an umbrella of programs that educate students for management, manufacturing, construction, graphics and technology education fields - some of the fastest-growing sectors in Iowa.

The department attracts students seeking the technical know-how and management skills required to become industry leaders, and programs address the gap between two-year technical programs and specialized engineering programs.

The Iowa commercial construction industry relies on the graduates of the Department of Technology for its workforce, as the vast majority of graduates work in Iowa. In 2016, 95 percent of graduates found jobs within six months, and 90 percent of those jobs were in-state. Enrollment has also grown more than 20 percent, and through UNI partnerships with community colleges, transfer students are a majority of the new students entering the Department of Technology programs each year.

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The UNI ITC Project includes an extensive renovation of existing spaces and facility expansion. It is estimated that the modernization project will allow the department to boost enrollment by 40%, from 500 to 700 students by 2025, to help meet Iowa's workforce and construction workforce needs. The proposed three-year renovation/expansion project will modernize the building's current spaces and systems and expand the facility by 47,829 gross square feet (GSF). The updated 100,071 GSF facility will serve today's needs and ensure UNI's Construction Management program can prepare Iowa's construction industry leaders for tomorrow.

You will not find another group of leaders in our state that are more committed to solving future workforce issues for this industry.

MBI's pledge is the largest to date supporting the Construction Management portion of the project and naming rights on the Student Collaboration Space and other areas are being formulated as the project is being designed. This pledge of support positions MBI to be the entity in which future graduates of the Construction Management program look to for employment opportunities.

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Choose the Right Fire Extinguisher for your Jobsite

BY MARK WIELAND WORKSAFE MANAGER & SAFETY CONSULTANT

Portable fire extinguishers can save lives and property when a small, contained fire breaks out in your home or business.

But different types of fire extinguishers fight different types of fire – and using the wrong one may make the fire worse.

Would you know which to use? The following information can help you be better prepared in case of a fire.

Use the Right Fire Extinguisher for the Fire There are five classes of fire that could break out, each involving a different material.

Determine what type of fire extinguisher you own ahead of time by looking for the symbol on the label and match it to one of the descriptions to the side. Many homes and businesses use multipurpose fire extinguishers that are good for three classes of fires – A, B and C. If you already own a fire extinguisher, check the label to see what class of fire it is good for. Be on the lookout for these standard symbols.

If you see a red slash through a picture, it means that the extinguisher should not be used on that class of fire.

Fight or Flee Once you know what type of fire extinguisher to use, you will need to understand when to use it. You may only have moments to use it properly since small fires can grow into large ones in a matter of seconds. If you are not sure whether it is safe to fight the fire, you should leave the scene, call 911 and let the fire department control it.

If you chose to attack the fire, use the PASS Method: Pull the pin – by pulling the pin, the operating lever should unlock and allow you to discharge the extinguisher.

Aim low – point the extinguisher hose/nozzle at the base of the fire.

Squeeze the lever – this should discharge the extinguishing agent. Some extinguishers may have a button or other means of activation.

Sweep from side to side – while you are aiming at the base of the fire, you should sweep back and forth until the fire is extinguished. If the fire re-ignites, repeat the process.

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Meet Joe Melton MBI Director of Safety Services CSSI Director of Operations Having been a consultant and providing professional safety services for over 15 years, MBI’s new Director of Safety Services brings a wide array of experience and knowledge to the organization. Joe Melton will be wearing a couple of hats in which not only will he serve on MBI’s leadership team in helping to shape the direction of MBI going forward, he will also be charged with overseeing the operations of MBI’s preferred safety provider – Construction Safety Specialists, Inc. (CSSI).

In his role as Director of Operations for CSSI, Joe will be handling daily oversight responsibilities for its entire safety program, as well as guiding smart growth in building the business. Joe is excited to work with clients by showing their companies the importance of creating, building and maintaining a safety culture. Joe will also draw upon his diverse background in public speaking, training, education, and safety leadership to enhance the compliment of safety services to members and clients.

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BIG THINGS

Happening on

The Workforce Front

BY BEN HAMMES DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS

When you look at MBI’s three-year strategic plan, we have clear goals laid out to tackle our workforce challenges head on. We laid out goals like: • Provide students exposure to commercial construction to encompass a wider geographic coverage.

• Ensure the success of the MBI-WORKS Endowment.

• Reach new audiences to promote and enhance the image and careers in the commercial construction industry.

MBI and Build Iowa are taking a multi-dimensional approach to create opportunities that currently don’t exist and will change the landscape for our industry for generations. It’s hard to include everything happening, but here are some of the highlights.

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Build Iowa Virtual Reality Program As many businesses face an aging workforce, contractors need an effective way to recruit new employees. One of the ways to engage millennial job candidates is to include immersive recruitment options. Virtual Reality is one of the buzziest trends on the market. It’s already being used in our industry to improve design, safety, and training and help deliver a better product for the client. We’ve now made it possible for you to bring Virtual Reality to your next career fair, school visit, classroom presentation, or even that summer program you work with.

We can now offer a Virtual Reality experience with the Oculus Quest 2 headset to MBI members, and the students in their local communities, through school visits, career fairs, summer programs, or individual connections. Students can fully immerse themselves into ten different environments and study what a career in one of those trades looks like. Students will hear directly from individuals about what they do, what they like about their job, and how they got started in career fields. Environments have been created to explore Carpenters, Drywall Finishers, Electricians, Heavy Equipment Operators, HVAC Technicians, Ironworkers, Masons, Plumber/Pipefitters, Project Managers, and Superintendents. All of the experiences offer an indepth and realistic job shadow and we would love the opportunity to show you directly!

University of Northern Iowa ITC Center Renovation & Expansion As we mentioned on the cover story of this magazine, MBI construction leaders on the Board of Directors and the MBIWORKS Board of Directors have pledged to make a $250,000 gift to the University of Northern Iowa’s new Industrial Technology Center (ITC) project. We view this gift as positioning MBI to be the entity in which future graduates of the Construction Management program look to for employment opportunities. This also puts MBI in the driver’s seat for decisions as it pertains to education and curriculum development of the program.

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MBI-WORKS Endowment The MBI-WORKS Endowment creates a non-traditional approach to address our workforce needs and was launched in 2019 with the help of Gov. Kim Reynolds and Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg. MBI remains an active partner in the Governor's Future Ready Iowa initiative and the Endowment fits perfectly with her vision of establishing publicprivate partnerships to enhance workforce efforts. To summarize Gov. Reynolds at the launch, “my #1 priority since coming into office has been closing the skills gap and unleashing new opportunities for Iowans. I commend MBI for launching this bold initiative because it’s exactly the type of partnership that Future Ready Iowa was designed to attract.”

In those two years since launch, the Endowment has attracted and leveraged over $1.3 million in funding for workforce recruitment programs into the commercial construction industry. To say we have exceeded our initial expectations would be an understatement.

Most recently, 2020 saw the funding of 5 additional programs and $120,5000 was directly invested from the Endowment. In its first two years, the Endowment has funded 8 different programs across the state in communities like Sioux City, Forest City, Strawberry Point, Des Moines & Waterloo. We are excited to see what 2021 brings and are now announcing that this year’s Request for Proposal is available on our website at https://www.MBI.Build/ MBIWORKS. Please take this opportunity to consult with your local school district or non-profit in your community to see if they might be a good fit to partner with for project funding from the Endowment.

Build Iowa Career Fairs The Build Iowa Career Fair Circuit continued this year with stops in 5 different communities that included Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Mason City & Waterloo. In total, we had 72 MBI contractors and 429 students participate.

We received feedback afterwards that these connections resulted in direct hires, both full-time and part-time. This is why the Career Fairs were created!

For next year, we will continue our growth to a 6th community and will include stops in Ankeny, Sioux City, Cedar Rapids, Cedar Falls, Davenport and Fort Dodge.

As you can see, it’s an exciting time at MBI for workforce efforts. We are eager and ready to tackle these challenges and know we have the resources and tools to change the landscape for many generations in the future. If you have any ideas that you’d like to share, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Ben Hammes at BHammes@MBI.Build.

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Legislative Session Summary

BY BEN HAMMES DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS

While there were positive developments from the Iowa Legislature to the business community in general, this 2021 session will be marked as one of missed opportunities for Iowa's commercial construction industry.

MBI began the session with a very narrow agenda in order to focus on one issue that has left Iowa behind 48 other states in the country - giving public owners another option with authorizing an alternative delivery method.

But this is no time to give in. In fact, as you'll see later in the article, we are positioned to push even harder throughout the summer and fall to ensure that we see this issue over the finish line.

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Construction Manager At-Risk Legislation Original MBI Position: MBI will introduce legislation that will allow the CMaR delivery system for all public owners with the exception of the Department of Transportation. This legislation will mirror what was proposed last year that passed the Iowa Senate, but ultimately fell short of votes in the House.

The proposal is a compromise between construction-related associations.

FINAL OUTCOME: After many assurances that CMaR was a House priority, our legislation ultimately stalled. There are a number of reasons that House Republican Leadership and a small minority of rank-and-file Republican legislators resisted final approval. But without a doubt, absenses, politics, and fear of change played a part in preventing this needed change from happening. Our bill was part of the overall discussion until the very end at midnight. Unfortunately, taxpayers, contractors and the public owners we serve will have to wait another year for an alternative delivery method in the public sector.

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Sales Tax Exemption for Sister-Companies Original MBI Position: MBI will be pursuing an exemption of sales tax for companies that lease or rent equipment to another of their sister companies. We believe this was an unintended consequence of previous legislation and are working with the Department of Revenue to fix this issue. For example, a simple risk-management strategy businesses sometimes used is to put all equipment under one LLC for liability purposes.

Companies are faced with paying sales tax on the purchase of the equipment, and also the leasing or rental transaction. We believe these transactions amount to a double tax and need to be fixed.

On a positive note, Iowa Senate Republicans including Majority Leader Jack Whitver, Senate President Jake Chapman, Sen. Roby Smith and Sen. Chris Cournoyer are to be commended and thanked for their overall efforts. They made CMaR a priority, and demonstrated that support by approving the legislation at the very beginning of session.

MOVING FORWARD: Because 2022 will be the second year of the same general assembly, our bill will pick up where we left off and is immediately eligible for floor debate in the House. The Senate does not have to approve the bill again. That means, our work continues in the House and with members who rejected approval. If you'd like to know who these legislators are, please contact Ben Hammes directly at bhammes@mbi.build to collaborate on how to address the issue with them.

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FINAL OUTCOME: Legislators also rejected the idea of fixing this tax trap. Unfortunately, timing became an issue and the idea of fixing this in the Iowa Code needs to be vetted more with lawmakers. They were very focused on cutting property taxes while shifting the mental health levy and before commitments could be made to changing this sales tax, they needed to know the overall picture. We will spend time in the summer and fall and make this fix a priority again next year.

Protect RIIF Funds MBI Position: MBI has a long-standing principle of protecting precious RIIF (Rebuild Iowa Infrastructure Fund) dollars. These are gambling revenue dollars used for public vertical infrastructure. We will continue to be judicious and watch closely how the Legislature plans to spend these dollars.

FINAL OUTCOME: Like every year, the RIIF bill was not perfect. However, overall the dollars were spent on vertical infrastructure and we were pleased to see lawmakers use restraint from deviating from it's purpose.

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YBuilder Network Continues Growth in 2021

BY BEN HAMMES DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Forbes Magaine recently produced another "Top 10 Reasons" list that we've become so accustomed to reading online that was titled, "10 Reasons Why Networking Is Essential For Your Career". A few of those reasons stuck out over the others that included: GROWTH IN SELF-CONFIDENCE IMPROVE YOUR CREATIVE INTELLECT FOSTER A TRADE OF IDEAS TO SUSTAIN TRUST Without a doubt, the YBuilder Network can help you and your young employees grow in your business by concentrating on these items.

Networking is not only about trading information, but also serves as a conduit to create long-term relationships that will yield mutual benefits.

We've been able to hold events where you can see these connections happening first-hand. We've had a professional networking speaker address this group at the Winter Conference, held happy hours at Smash Park in West Des Moines and at Hatchet Jack's in Coralville, and an ICUBS outing and more happy hours (always a hit when MBI picks up the tab).

We've also been pleased to see the group grow in the short amount of time we have started. To date, we've seen the group accumulate to 80+members representing over 35 firms and companies both in and out of MBI. But we know that the opportunity to gain even more members will continue to be an area of growth for MBI. As we continue to grow this network for the remainder of 2021, I want to make a direct appeal to you to identify those in your company that you feel would benefit from this group. Make it a part of your onboarding plan, get them signed up, and watch those individuals grow into better employees. You can easily sign them up for the YBuilder Network by visiting our website and finding the "Get Involved" tab and clicking on the YBuilder portion. Or quite frankly, shoot Ben Hammes an email with name and contact information and he can get them signed up easily. No PAC solicitations or games with this group. We are simply trying to establish a long-term network with a solid foundation by which young professionals can gather and grow with one another. Come join us!

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Did You Know...

You can earn rewards from MBI's Member Referral Program?

BY BEN HAMMES DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Every month new companies are joining MBI after discovering us through the recommendation of a current member. MBI's Member Referral Program is designed to reward those recommendations, and encourage more engagement in this area from MBI member companies.

The program is based on individual and company awards, as well as impressive discounts for the companies you are referring. Rewards include $50 gift cards for individuals who successfully refer an Associate MBI Member.

In addition, the company with the most referrals throughout the year will receive a year-end reward of either a 32-person VIP suite at an Iowa Wild hockey game or $1,500 towards a company lunch provided by MBI. Furthermore, when you refer a company to MBI, that company receives either a 20% discount on their first year of membership dues (Associate Members) or $300 off their initial dues amount (General Contractor Members).

These discounts are designed to help you recommend an even stronger value proposition to the companies in your network.

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With more members, and more participation, MBI is able to enhance every one of your many service offerings.

This could be a wider array of educational offerings, more influence at the Iowa Capitol on issues affecting our industry, additional workforce recruitment opportunities for members, more networking events to grow your business, better rates on insurance plans, and a variety of other items. To put it plainly, the network that MBI members choose to invest their time and resources into will become significantly stronger with every company that joins our ranks.

To read more about the MBI Member Referral Program, or to submit a referral, vist www.mbi.build/ memberreferrals.

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North Risk Partners – Bearence Division specializes in strategic insurance solutions for businesses and individuals. Our advisors are committed to helping clients face risk head-on with right-fit insurance coverage and attention to opportunities for preventing avoidable losses. For businesses, we offer programming and compliance support in the areas of HR, safety, worksite wellness and more.

Master Builders of Iowa strives to be the essential resource for Iowa’s construction industry and a valuable component of that effort are those companies who support MBI’s programs and events. Through the exclusive “Essential Partners” recognition program, MBI strives to recognize our industry supporters, while adding value to those companies’ sponsorship dollars who take leadership roles in sponsoring MBI events and educational opportunities. The company listed has contributed over $3,000 in sponsorships to the Master Builders of Iowa in the past year. These companies are an important part of MBI’s success and we couldn’t do it without them! For more information on becoming an MBI “Essential Partner,” please contact Chad Kleppe at (515) 657-4382 / CKleppe@MBI.Build or visit www.mbi.build/essential-partners. MBI appreciates North Risk Partners’ gracious and continued support!

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PRE-PLANNING TO PROTECT YOUR CONSTRUCTION JOBSITE FROM KNOWN RISKS

BY MARK WIELAND WORKSAFE MANAGER & SAFETY CONSULTANT

Long after the workday ends, risks continue at construction sites, as fire, theft and water can cause significant property damage and can potentially delay project timelines and impact budgets. The presence of combustible materials, the lack of effective security controls and unstable structural elements can make sites more vulnerable to loss. Buildings under construction or renovation are particularly susceptible because they are unoccupied with portions unprotected from inclement weather. This increased risk, along with daily changes in construction activities and building progress, presents a unique challenge to those in charge of managing site protection.

Fire Risks and Controls As mentioned above, buildings under construction have a greater potential for significant property damage from fire, especially before fire alarm systems are installed and operational. Secure site access by fencing the area to avoid vandalism and other losses.

Here are suggested practices to help mitigate this risk: •“Hot work” – cutting, welding and grinding. Many construction fires are caused by the improper use of torches for cutting, soldering, roof-work, blazing and welding. Contractors should develop and enforce a formal, written, hot-work permit system with all trades and subcontractors based on NFPA 241, Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations.

•Smoking. Careless smoking is a leading cause of fires. To reduce the chance of fire, smoking should be prohibited inside any building, outside in the vicinity of combustible materials and fuel storage, and strictly enforced. ”No Smoking” signs should be posted at all points of entry. If smoking is allowed, it should only be permitted in designated areas.

•Temporary electrical writing and temporary lighting. Many fires are started by improperly installed or maintained temporary electrical systems. Temporary electrical wiring and equipment for light, heat or power purposes should be installed in accordance with the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70® National Electrical Code and inspected regularly by a qualified electrician.

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•Fire extinguishers. Fire extinguishers can be the first line of defense for combating a fire on a construction site. Mount fire extinguishers suitable for the conditions and hazards in conspicuous positions, on each floor at each usable stairway and train staff in their use.

•Poor housekeeping practices contribute to fire hazards on many construction sites. Waste material and rubbish should not be stored or allowed to accumulate within buildings or the immediate vicinity, and should be removed from the premises on a daily basis. Keep dumpsters a safe distance from structures.

Water Damage Risks and Controls Damage caused by water, whether it is from a pipe leak, weather event or act of vandalism, has become the most common cause of loss on building construction projects. Conduct a job site-specific assessment to identify all the possible sources of water, and develop a water damage prevention plan.

•Prevention. The best way to avoid loss from water damage is to prevent unwanted water from entering the building. Residential buildings, especially high-rises, present a great risk for water issues InsideMBI

vandalism) in the area. This review will assist in the development of the various layers of theft prevention needed to secure a site.

•Physical barriers. The front line of defense for a construction site is establishing effective physical barriers and access control to prevent trespassers from accessing the site. This can include full perimeter fencing, locked access gates, interior and exterior lighting and warning signs.

•Electronic surveillance systems. Continuously monitored motion-activated detection systems, when installed properly, can help to ward off intruders and prevent losses. In addition to the building under construction, you should monitor structures such as office trailers and materials storage areas and containers. Other types of sensors and alarms can be added to many systems such as temperature, water flow, glass break and electrical service.

because they include more plumbing and bathrooms, making them predisposed to an increase in water damage losses without the proper controls. Potential sources of unwanted water include temporary roofs, balconies, domestic water service, HVAC and fire suppression piping systems. Follow construction specifications, quality control testing and conduct periodic inspections as part of planning to prevent water damage.

•Detection. Early detection of uncontrolled water inside a building can limit the amount of damage should a leak occur. In addition to instructing workers to report potential leaks to site management, electronic flow/leak detection systems or security guard services can aid in early detection and response.

•Response. A water damage response plan, including equipment, should be readily available to identify and arm resources with a swift-response guide to help address the water issue before it spreads.

Theft, Vandalism & Unauthorized Entry

•Security guard service. A qualified and insured security guard service should be used be on construction sites to provide an on-site presence during non-working hours, particularly in high crime areas or where values warrant. An effective security service should document periodic rounds of the site, monitor all access points and conditions with clear response and notification procedures to local authorities and site management.

•Project materials management. Material and equipment is often delivered to construction projects well before the building is even closed in and weather-tight, making it an easy target for thieves because it can be quickly converted to cash from an unsuspecting buyer. Plan for just-in-time delivery of materials if possible, and store them in a secure location to reduce the risk of theft.

If your jobsite needs assistance with developing or evaluating the preparedness planning, contact your Construction Safety Specialists Inc. (CSSI) representative or email info@iowacssi.com.

Construction sites are prime targets for theft, vandalism and other unauthorized entry, which can lead to the loss of or damage to work in progress, equipment and materials on the site. Contractors and developers can address this exposure by putting a crime/theft prevention plan in place. A crime/theft prevention plan starts with understanding the potential for crime (theft, burglary, arson and Summer 2021

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something is important enough, "When you do it even if the odds are not in your favor. "

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VISIONX

IOWA’S PREMIER CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY EXPO This is a quote from famed innovator Elon Musk, but I would be hard-pressed to find another thought that so adequately expresses technological advancement in the construction industry. Some of the tools being widely implemented in the world of construction today would have seemed like magic only 20 years ago. Who would have thought it would be possible to put on a VR headset and walk through a building that hadn’t even broken ground yet? Or fly a drone over a jobsite and immediately calculate the volumes and materials on-site? I could list dozens more examples here but the point is this: the odds have been against advances in technology like this since the beginning of time, but the advancements never stop.

As amazing as the last 20 years have been, the next 20 are sure to be even better and that is what VisionX – Iowa’s Premier Construction Technology Expo is all about.

VisionX is designed to inspire Iowa’s construction industry with not just what has been, but also with what is possible in the future.

This event will include technology thought leader Scott Klososky as keynote speaker, and he will be discussing just how far the industry might be able to take technology over the next 10-20 years.

In addition, eight different educational sessions will be offered on topics such as Practical Ways Leaders Can Leverage Technology, Implementing Virtual Reality, Big Data & Predictive Analytics in Construction, and others.

Another significant part of VisionX will be the many exhibitors who attend with the intention of showing off how their technology-focused products and services can have positive impacts on companies and individuals throughout the industry. It is also worth noting that for this event every exhibiting company will be allotted a very generous amount of floor space to create inviting atmospheres for attendees to be educated and inspired.

Whether your company is looking for ways to improve business operations, streamline customer communications, enhance safety practices, or just about anything else, VisionX will be showcasing the latest in construction technologies to help you do just that. MBI is excited to be leading the way in providing networking, education, and inspiration in the state of Iowa for a topic as significant as this and we hope you join us September 1-2, 2021.

For more information on VisionX visit www.VisionX.build.

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Where Have All the Mailings Gone?

BY LAURIE DELMOTT CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

As you may have seen, MBI is working hard to transform the ways in which we communicate to our membership. It is important to us that when we send communications, that we are reaching the right individuals.

MBI recently sent an electronic communication form to each MBI member company asking that it be completed with the direct contact for certain aspects of membership. An example of one of the items on the questionaire would be how would you like to receive invoices? The answer from most would be electronically, but in order to send electronically, we need to know where and to whom we send.

Another example --- MBI has created a member only Job Board for members to post job openings at no cost. To ensure that members are able to utilize, a person has to be authorized by MBI to post. One of the questions on the form is who is the right person to authorize to have full access to the job board.

MBI has also created a new publication – MBI Weekly News! This new communication platform takes the place of all other emails and mailings and is delivered to all MBI member employees every Monday morning. It encompasses – MBI News, Education, Safety Information, Workforce Communications, Upcoming Events and Your Up-to-the-Minute Legislative Headlines (during session). We hope you tune in weekly to catch up with all things MBI. Contact Chelsea Delmott to receive your weekly newsletter at CDelmott@MBI.Build.

If your company has not yet completed this form, we encourage you to do so at your earliest convenience.

To obtain a copy of the form, please contact Nichole Fry – Nfry@MBI.Build.

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Beginning in September 2020, these 20 individuals dedicated two days a month, for six months, to the betterment of themselves and their companies. This time included the completion of "The Leaders Course" presented by Ken Bradford, which helps participants sharpen their public speaking and presentation skills, as well as class sessions with Matt Bruinekool discussing personal leadership, and Alex Dorr discussing team leadership and the importance of emotional intelligence.

Nov. 30 - Dec. 5, 2021

Tom Anania - The Weitz Company Michael Beck - Brockway Mechanical Logan Brinkman - Henkel Construction Company Ken Edwards - Downing Construction Inc. Ben Gannon - DCI Group Jeremy Harder - The Hansen Company, Inc. Darin Hooker - Woodruff Construction Ben Hull - W.A. Klinger Brandon Jensen - US Metal Builders, Inc. Michael Johnson - Bush Construction Company

Grant Mast - Lang Construction Group Jack Meyer - Hy-Vee Construction Ty Murray - Baker Group Kelli Paskert - Skold Companies Jake Pietrok - WRH, Inc. Chad Reineke - Elder Corporation Seth Rooker - Holmes Murphy & Associates Louis Ruggio - Rinderknecht Associates, Inc. Rory Wiebel - Russell Construction Nate Womble - Heartland Companies

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CLASS OF 2022 - NOW ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS If you are interested in nominating someone for the 2022 class of MB EYE on the Future, download the nomination form at www.MBI.Build/Education Nominations are due by Friday, May 21, 2021.

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The Future of Training Arrives Today Kerry smith CHalkbites - CEO It was seemingly just another day of training on the job site. With the partially completed construction site, the trainees stepped forward with their veteran trainer. As the conversation shifted to safety, the trainer looked at the students assembled and pointed to a girder on the second floor, “See that girder, I’m going to jump up there and I want all of you to follow me. Then we’ll talk about harness safety.”

With that the trainer did his best Superman impression and jumped to the second floor. Very shortly the rest of the trainees figured it out and began following with an effortless jump to the second floor.

After hands-on instruction about harness safety, the trainer asked everyone if they liked the movie Ant Man? The trainees looked at each other puzzled.

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Steve Grubbs Chalkbites Founder & Chairman “Okay, I’m going to miniaturize all of you and we are going to take a walk through the HVAC ductwork above us.”

With that, the world got dim and when it brightened, the trainers and his assembled students found themselves about one inch tall walking through the ductwork listening to the finer details of HVAC craftsmanship.

This scenario seems like a cinematic dream, but in fact, this is a training scenario Master Builders of Iowa, through a partnership with ChalkBitesVR, could potentially be offering members in the very near future.

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Through this partnership, MBI-members can eliminate expensive travel and more easily and efficiently transport their employees into a state-of-the-art virtual reality training center with nothing more than the effort required to put on a VR headset.

While some people look at the modern crop of virtual reality headsets and imagine a new gaming platform, companies like Facebook, Microsoft, HP, Qualcomm, Intel and HTC are spending billions of dollars to win the workplace training market with their headsets, chips and software.

The team at MBI is looking at providing members an early advantage against their competitors with jobsite training that is both effective and retained.

Just take a look at the PricewaterhouseCoopers’ (PwC) study and their findings. Those who learn in VR are: • 275% more confident acting on the information they learn • Learn the information they are being taught 4x faster than traditional classroom learning • 4x more focused on the information than traditional learners, and • 3.75x more emotionally connected to the information they learn than classroom learners

Once in a virtual “training center”, employees will find themselves with an experienced trainer in topics such as OSHA safety, human resources, fire safety, jobsite productivity and many other topics relevant to a productive and safe environment.

The employee will join in a virtual raining room with others from member-firms across the state as they learn from subject matter experts in their field. More importantly, the learning is not passive. Participants learn by doing. In certain instances, participants not only listen to the expert about a machine, but they step inside the machine experiencing it in a way never before possible.

And a point that should not be lost in this discussion is that the participant’s focus, concentration, and retention of content and material is unparalleled. When employees put on a headset, they aren’t looking at their phones; they’re not talking to their neighbor; and they aren’t staring out a window. One of the reasons they retain more information is simply because they are solely focused on the subject matter at hand.

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Imagine this scenario: you sign up your employee for forklift training. They start by putting on their virtual reality headset and meeting the training expert in the warehouse. The OSHA expert spends time explaining all the key parts of the forklift and especially the safety features and cautions.

After a thorough question-and-answer session and a chance for everyone to walk around and sit on their own personal forklift, the trainer sends all the users to the forklift simulator where they spend the afternoon training on their own forklift with specific tasks and goals.

Think of it like a flight simulator used by the US Air Force. Those pilots go from classroom learning to a simulator to the real thing. MBI member employees can do the same with forklifts: VR classroom learning to simulator training to the real thing.

While MBI and ChalkBites are just at the beginning of an amazing training journey, what is clear today is that this technology is ready for primetime and it’s surprisingly affordable. A business-level virtual reality headset will cost between $700 and $1300 and it can be used every day for years. MBI is in the midst of negotiating quantity pricing with ChalkBitesVR so that members have access to the most advanced training in the world at a cost that is affordable for all.

Just like the transition from office phones to smartphones, the next revolution is upon us and it’s companies on the East and West coast have no advantage over those in the middle of the country. This time, the next revolution in training is here in Iowa and it starts today.

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Master Builder Designation TIME TO ENROLL!

BY TOM FULCHER DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION

We are right around the corner from the start of the 2021-22 training season that will provide ample educational opportunities for industry professionals looking to further develop their leadership, safety, HR, and project management skills.

One of the benefits that comes with attending MBI training events (other than webinars) is the opportunity to earn Master Builder Designation credits in the areas of Project Management, Leadership, Safety, Ethics, and Ecological Construction. These credits are all applied toward the ultimate goal of capturing the Master Builder Achievement Award that is presented each year at the Annual Winter Conference.

The Master Builder Designation program was launched in 2012 and MBI currently has nearly 700 industry professionals enrolled in the program and has awarded the Master Builder Achievement Award to 33 individuals.

The ultimate goal of the Master Builder Designation program is to provide individuals with a tool to track their development toward becoming well-rounded employees that will culminate with presentation of the Master Builder Achievement Award.

MBI members who currently employ Master Builder Achievement Award recipients.

• A.J. Allen Mechanical Contractors, Inc. • Baker Group • Bush Construction Company, Inc. • Cardinal Construction, Inc. • Conlon Construction Co. • Dean Snyder Construction • Eick & Day Construction, LLC • Elder Corporation • HPC, LLC Summer 2021

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Halbrook Excavating, Inc. Hubbell Construction Services, LLC Hy-Vee Construction J.E. Dunn Construction Lang Construction Group, Inc. Russell Construction Co., Inc. The Hansen Company Woodruff Construction

For additional information about the Master Builder Designation program or to enroll, please contact MBI Director of Education, Tom Fulcher at TFulcher@MBI.Build 27 or (515) 657-4395.

FAILURE IS NOT AN OPTION:

ENSURING SUCCESS ON CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

BY KENDALL JONES CONSTRUCTCONNECT

For commercial contractors, both general contractors and trade contractors, a successful project is one completed on time and within budget.

The client is happy with the finished product and the contractor walks away with a tidy profit—everybody wins.

When a project fails, it’s typically due to conflicts and issues that cause cost overruns and delays in the schedule.

When projects aren’t properly managed it eventually leads to going over budget and blowing past the scheduled date for substantial completion. Going over budget eats into the contractor’s profit, not to mention being hit with liquidated damages for every day past the agreed upon completion date. It can also impact upcoming and concurrent projects if a contractor’s workers and equipment are tied up trying to finish up a failing project.

So, what causes construction projects to fail? Any number of factors can lead to project failure, but most of the time it boils down to how well the project manager or project management team performs overseeing the project. Even the most difficult, issue-laden projects can be successful if properly managed.

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INADEQUATE PLANNING Poor planning leads to poor execution. The more time and effort put into planning out the project, the better off you’ll be when work gets underway. This starts by carefully reviewing and fully understanding the plans, specifications, scope of work, and client expectations. Good planning involves working with the client, architect, subcontractors, and suppliers to establish construction schedules and project milestones.

Planning goes beyond just creating a construction schedule. Additional items include conducting a risk assessment and management strategy, developing site-specific safety plans, establishing contingency plans, site logistics, and lining up the delivery of materials and equipment. Keep in mind that the plan and schedule are living documents that will have to be updated and adjusted as work on the project progresses.

FAILURE TO COMMUNICATE Good communication is crucial to delivering a successful construction project. When communication among stakeholders breaks down or is mishandled, it can lead to delays, accidents, costly rework, and unhappy clients. Keeping everyone up to date on changes to the work or schedule goes a long way in preventing major problems from developing that cause projects to fail.

Develop a communication plan and establish document control procedures. Designate a main point of contact that all communication will flow through. All communication should be documented and shared with the appropriate stakeholders. These include meeting notes, requests for information, invoices, daily reports, change orders, and submittals.

All correspondence, whether it’s emails, phone calls, or in-person conversations should be documented and saved. This goes a long way in settling any disputes or disagreements that might arise throughout the course of the project.

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The flow of communication affects the flow of a construction project. Problems and delays occur when people stop communicating or responding to inquiries. Projects run smoother and get completed on time and within budget when everyone is communicating and collaborating effectively.

AVOIDING SCOPE CREEP & MANAGING CHANGE ORDERS Scope creep is the continuous expansion or changes to the project’s initial scope beyond what was initially intended. Factors that lead to scope creep include poorly defined scope, incomplete plans and specifications, poor communication, mismanagement of change orders, and clients changing their minds about what they want.

Change orders are similar in that they involve changes to plans outside of the original scope.

Change orders differ from scope creep because they can involve both additions and deletions from the original scope. They can also be initiated by the owner, but general contractors and trade contractors can also request change orders. Change orders don’t have to be a bad thing and they don’t always result in additional costs or deadline extension.

Obviously, contractors shouldn’t take on a project with a poorly defined scope or incomplete plans and specs. Construction methods, finishes, and materials should be determined long before you sign a contract and begin work. This will also help avoid having to spend unnecessary time value engineering a project to fit the client’s budget and expectations.

The construction contract should clearly state how any work outside of the original scope should be requested and documented. No additional work should commence until a written change order has been executed and authorized by the client.

Additional costs and timeline extensions should be determined and agreed upon during this process.

Don’t forget to work with your subcontractors to determine how change orders might impact their schedule before signing off on additional work.

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DEALING WITH PRODUCTIVITY ISSUES & DELAYS We’ll ignore delays caused by events, such as natural disasters, that can’t be controlled by any of the parties involved. These excused delays are handled under force majeure clauses in construction contracts and protect the contractor from having to paying damages due to not performing or completing the project on schedule.

Project schedules are based on productivity expectations. Each task or job requires a certain number of man-hours to complete and are used to determine how many workers you will need to complete each one within a given amount of time.

When workers don’t show up, get injured, or goof off on the job, it can lower your productivity levels, cause delays, and throw your schedule out of whack.

This could force you to bring in additional workers or subcontract out more work, which in turn lowers your profit margins.

Labor shortages and fewer skilled workers have only made the problem of productivity worse over the past several years. Newer workers don’t have the skills and confidence to complete tasks at the same speed as experienced veterans on your crew.

Understanding the capabilities of your workers is vital when determining your project schedule.

to perform their job. Assign specific roles and responsibilities so that everyone knows what they should be doing each day. Equip your workers with the proper tools and equipment needed to complete tasks efficiently. Work with your subcontractors to determine whether they have the workforce available to perform their contracted work as scheduled.

IGNORING RED FLAGS When projects are running smoothly, it’s easy to ignore early warning signs that trouble may be brewing. Little issues can quickly snowball into major problems if left unchecked, causing projects to fail. This can be caused by workers failing to report issues or not monitoring projects closely.

These minor issues are often put on the back burner while dealing with other aspects of the project.

All problems should be prioritized and handled accordingly when they arise.

Project managers should be able to analyze and troubleshoot issues as early as possible to avoid delays. Quick thinking and good decision making are what sets great project managers apart from good ones.

Conduct background checks and provide training to your employees to ensure they have the skills

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August 9 MBI-PAC Construction Golf Classic & Smoker For many years, the Smoker has brought together construction leaders from throughout the state of Iowa, and provided a unique opportunity to mix business with a fun-filled day of golf.

We're excited to once again be hosting this year's MBI-PAC Construction Golf Classic & Smoker on Monday, August 9th, 2021 at Wakonda Club in Des Moines.

August 10 Understanding The OSHA Control of Hazardous Energy Standard & Lockout/Tagout Do you work with stored energy? Do you know what COPTHEM means? This webinar will cover the requirements to develop and implement an energy control program, or lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) for the protection of workers while performing servicing and maintenance activities on machinery and equipment.

During this webinar, we’ll review types of hazardous energy, detecting hazardous conditions, implementing control measures as they relate to the control of hazardous energy, developing and implementing energy control programs including written isolation procedures, training of authorized and affected employees, and periodic inspection of energy control procedures using the OSHA Control of Hazardous Energy Standard.

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September 1-2 VisionX - Iowa's Premier Construction Technology Expo VisionX is Iowa's premier construction technology expo. Hosted

by Master Builders of Iowa, this event will bring together dozens of exhibitors and break-out sessions to educate and inspire construction professionals with the most impressive technology available in today's fast-moving construction industry.

September 8 Controlling Health Care Costs - MBI Plus is Exclusive for MBI Members Health insurance premiums continue to increase and is one of employers most costly employee benefits. MBI has created one of the state’s first Association Health Plans (AHP) that is exclusive to MBI members. MBI embarked on this venture with the goal of providing members with an alternative solution in controlling their employee benefits costs. The MBI Plus AHP is insured by Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, providing a strong and reputable partner. In this webinar, you will learn about the newest program offerings. We will review recently added competitive plan offerings based off members feedback. You will also learn more about the long-term planning of MBI Plus and how --- with member participation --- MBI Plus will grow into an even more competitive option for members.

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(MBI-LIVE) EOS Self-Implementer Master Class: Vision Shared by All

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You’ve completed your V/TO™, now what? This session, designed for self implementers will address the important distinction between Vision Shared with All and Vision Shared by All. How many times do you have to repeat your vision before it’s really heard? The answer is more often than you think! Attendees will learn the steps that follow the V/TO™, in order to get your team rowing in the same direction. The V/TO is only the beginning!

Use these next steps to get your vision Shared by All.

MBI-PAC Sporting Clay Builders' Classic MBI hosts two Sporting Clay shoots every year in an effort to bring together industry colleagues for a day of construction camaraderie while demonstrating your skills with a shotgun. The format is typically teams of 5 that compete against others while shooting on 12-15 stations and seeing how many clay pigeons you can hit with 100 targets.

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August 19 (MBI-LIVE) Accountability For Better Results Do people get things done in your organization? Or do you find yourself wondering, not only how, but IF the job will be done the right way the first time. What is the cost of people not living up to commitments and how can you help people do exactly that.

There are reasons we don’t hold people accountable. From fear to know how, this no longer needs to be true. How do you do all this from miles away on a computer screen? This content rich session will help you hold people accountable and improve team performance.

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U.S. & Iowa Construction Challenges: Costs, Delays & Worker Shortages Although the U.S. economy overall is rebounding well from the pandemic, construction activity remains uneven. At the same time, contractors are coping with the triple challenges of soaring materials costs; long and uncertain lead times and delivery delays; and difficulty filling open positions. AGC of America’s chief economist will provide an up-to-date assessment of the situation nationally and in Iowa, along with his fearless forecast of conditions in the year ahead. He will discuss steps that contractors and AGC are taking to inform owners and policy makers, mitigate the damage, or share the pain. He will also cover how possible federal action on infrastructure, tariffs, and labor law could affect the outlook.

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Making Your Messages Memorable - It's Not Just What You Say, It's How You Say It!

MBI-PAC Sporting Clay Builders' Classic MBI hosts two Sporting Clay shoots every year in an effort to bring together industry colleagues for a day of construction camaraderie while demonstrating your skills with a shotgun. The format is typically teams of 5 that compete against others while shooting on 12-15 stations and seeing how many clay pigeons you can hit with 100 targets.

Waukee, IA (New Pioneer Gun Club) in September.

This program offers attendees a tremendous opportunity to continue their path of success and become more involved as current and future leaders of the construction industry in Iowa. It introduces participants to MBI, while focusing on communication and stepping outside of your comfort zone.

September 23-24, 2021 | Dubuque October 14-15, 2021 | Cedar Falls November 18-19, 2021 | Cedar Rapids December 9-10, 2021 | Mason City January 6-7, 2022 | Quad Cities February 3-4, 2022 | Des Moines

Whether you realize it or not, your communication skills are constantly being judged by others, often subconsciously. How you communicate in everything from casual conversations to toolbox talks to formal presentations can be the difference between success and failure. Don’t miss what is often your only opportunity to connect and leave a lasting impression. This highly interactive, hands-on webinar teaches construction executives, managers and field personnel effective ways to communicate their messages to a wide variety of audiences they deal with every day, including owners, employees, subcontractors, partners, boards of directors, and many others.

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