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Happy New Year!


Wishing our members a safe, successful and prosperous New Year. Thank you for your continued involvement and commitment to strengthening the construction industry. We look forward to building another great year together.


The BX will be closed Dec. 31 - Jan. 1.

Meet Our Leadership Program Participants

 

Clarence Cottrell (Heath – Newark – Licking County Port Authority) headshot Clarence Cottrell
Senior Project Manager
Years in the Industry: 30
Heath-Newark-Licking County
Port Authority

BXFlex |

Stephen Hamilton (Thompson Concrete, Ltd.) headshot Stephen Hamilton
Foreman
Years in the Industry: 8
Thompson Concrete, Ltd.

BXFlex |

Shaun O’Donnell (Miles-McClellan Construction Co., Inc.) headshotShaun O'Donnell
Executive Superintendent
Years in the Industry: 18
Miles-McClellan
Construction Co., Inc.

BXLX  |

 

 


  • The BX Executive Leadership Experience (BXLX) is a nine-month program that accepts a small group of senior-level construction professionals who are educated and coached by nationally recognized experts in construction leadership and business development. This is the 15th year of the program, with a class of 27 local industry leaders.

  • The BX Field Leadership Excellence Series (BXFlex) is a five-month, eight-session program designed to transform top field force managers into high-impact leaders. The Class of 2026 is the 12th year of the program, with 34 field leaders from BX member firms.

    For more information about BXFlex, contact Deb Murphy.

Be Prepared to Act in an Emergency

 

First aid care can be critical in the event of an emergency. The skills and knowledge learned in this class can save lives.

Medical science is constantly changing, so it is important to stay up to date on the recommended care that first aid providers need to know. Class attendees should leave this training feeling confident in their ability to provide help if an emergency occurs. Topics covered include:

  • Basic first aid skills
  • Bandaging and wound care
  • CPR skills with hands-on practice
  • How to use an AED

Upon successful completion, participants will receive an Emergency Care & Safety Institute (ECSI) certification card, valid for two years.

For more information about this class or to schedule a company-specific session, contact Ashton Chapman.


Standard First Aid/CPR/AED Training
Jan. 14 | 8 AM - 12:30 PM
Builders Exchange

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$90 BX members | $120 Non-members
$80 BX Workers' Comp Group members
When registering online, be sure to log in to receive the member rate.

 This course is part of the BX Certified Superintendent Program.

BX CPR Class photo

 

At the Breaking Point?

 

Construction consistently ranks among the highest industries for injuries and long-term pain, making the link between physical strain and substance use an important, but often misunderstood issue. This session will explore industry data, real-world observations and clinical insights to examine how pain management, jobsite culture and performance expectations can combine to increase the risk of substance usage in the workforce.

Dr. Jody Hurt (CompDrug) will explain how demanding work conditions in construction, including long hours, heavy lifting, repetitive motion and injuries, intersect with the emotional realities of the job such as pride in workmanship, reliability and the pressure to push through pain. Together, these physical and emotional factors can influence addiction in the workforce and limit help seeking behavior.

This session will cover:
  • Opioid trends and addiction risks in construction
  • How pain and workplace pressure intersect
  • Early warning signs and effective responses
  • Building stronger well-being and safety culture
  • Practical tools for managing pain and stress

For more information about this workshop or the BX Blueprints for Well-being Council, contact Ashton Chapman.



BX Blueprints for Well-being Council
Q1 Mtg.: How Construction's Culture Can Lead to Addiction
Jan. 15 | 8 – 9:30 AM
Builders Exchange

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$39 BX members |  $59 Non-members
When registering online, log in to receive the member rate.

MEET THE PRESENTER:

Dr. Jody Hurt (CompDrug) headshot

Dr. Jody Hurt
(CompDrug)

Pucks, Pints & Professional Connections


Join BX Young Professionals (and the young at heart) for a night where networking meets game-night excitement. Kick things off with a pregame happy hour at Hansen Distribution Agency before heading to the arena to watch Columbus take on Dallas.

Connect with industry peers, build new relationships, and enjoy an unforgettable evening of hockey and camaraderie. Your registration includes a game ticket, two drink tickets and heavy appetizers at the pregame happy hour.

For more information about this event, contact Kelly Stover.



Jan. BXYP Event: 
Columbus Blue Jackets Game + Happy Hour
Jan. 22 

  • Pregame Networking | 5 - 6:30 PM
    Hansen Distribution Agency
    383 N. Front St. (43215)
  • Game | Begins at 7 PM
    Nationwide Arena
    2300 W. Nationwide Blvd. (43215)

REGISTER NOW

$75 BX Members | $85 Non-Members
When registering online, be sure to log in to receive the member rate.

PLATINUM SPONSOR &
HAPPY HOUR HOST

 

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Do Your Estimating & Bid Preparation Skills Measure Up?

 

Wishing you knew what goes into creating an accurate estimate and how to prepare bids for a project? The BX course Estimating and Bid Preparation will provide the basics including organizational tools to help you meet today's short deadlines, reduced margins for error and ongoing competition.

Experienced industry estimators share the fundamentals of job cost estimating – from beginning to end – and cover the steps needed to prepare a clear bid. The course includes an interactive simulation bid-day, putting your course work into action!

For more information about this course, contact Kelly Stover.



Estimating & Bid Preparation
Feb. 10, 12, 17 & 19 | 4 – 6 PM
Builders Exchange

REGISTER NOW

$399 BX members |  $499 Non-members
When registering online, be sure to log in to receive the member rate.

 

MEET THE INSTRUCTORS:

David Ault (Elford, Inc.) headshot
David Ault
(Elford, Inc.)

Amanda Bocchinfuso (MA Design) headshot
Amanda Bocchinfuso
(MA Design)

 

Michael Chadwick (Valley Interior Systems, Inc.) headshot
Michael Chadwick
(Valley Interior Systems, Inc.)

Molley Coen (Miles-McClellan Construction Co.) headshot
Molley Coen

(Miles-McClellan Construction Co.)

Dexter Housman (Elford, Inc.) headshot
Dexter Housman

(Elford, Inc.)

Ed Keener (Korda/Nemeth Engineering, Inc.) headshot
Ed Keener

(Korda/Nemeth Engineering, Inc.)

Mark Setterlin (Setterlin Building Company) headshot
Mark Setterlin

(Setterlin Building Company)

Jan. SCGC Meeting Reminder

Jan. 2026 Safety Council of Greater Columbus monthly meeting