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The 2025 Igel Anniversary Scholarship winners, Music Thornton (center) and Zada Ortlieb (right)—both civil engineering majors at The Ohio State University—pictured with Joe Igel (George J. Igel & Co., Inc.).
The commercial construction industry has much to be grateful for as we conclude 2025! You have an opportunity to pay it forward by supporting our industry’s future and contributing to the BX Foundation.
This year, 58 area high school seniors and current college students received a record total of $190,000 in scholarships to pursue industry-related degrees — an amount that increases each year. Because the Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, corporate and personal donations are tax-deductible.
The BX Foundation manages 28 Named Fund scholarships in addition to the general fund. Established in 1999, the Foundation supports professional development of future — and current — employees in the local construction industry through:
A contribution to the Builders Exchange Foundation is an excellent way to support the future of the construction industry!
Click Here to contribute online
The 2026 scholarship applications will be available online beginning today, Dec. 1. For more information about the Builders Exchange Foundation or creating a Named Scholarship, contact Mary Tebeau.
When: Wednesday, March 18 | 7 AM – 5 PM
Who: Industry leaders from the commercial construction community – owners and facility managers, architects and engineers, contractors and suppliers, and service providers
What: A local professional development and networking event with a mix of programs exploring cutting edge construction trends and practical applications
Where: The Ohio Union | Archie M. Griffin Grand Ballroom
1739 N. High St., Columbus (43210)
The Conference features a full day of programming that will include general and breakout sessions examining the latest trends impacting the industry, and best practices being adopted locally, regionally and nationally. Detailed program information and online registration will be announced soon.
For more information on the Conference, or the remaining sponsorship opportunities, contact Deb Murphy.
Randy Flugge
Superintendent
Years in the Industry: 40
Lehman Daman Rudolph
Libbe Group
| BXFlex |
Steve Mendera
Foreman
Years in the Industry: 12
Mid-City Electric / Technologies
| BXFlex |
Kyle Thum
Assistant Fleet Operations
Years in the Industry: 8
Anderson Concrete Corporation
Emergencies can happen when you least expect them, having up-to-date response skills can make all the difference. Certifying your team in first aid ensures you will be ready to act at a moment’s notice.
Standard First Aid/CPR/AED topics covered include:
Don’t let your lifesaving skills expire; refresh your training today and continue to be the person others can count on when every second matters.
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
$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.
Company-specific classes are a great way to get your entire company trained in one day. These classes can be at your facility or at the BX.
A well-crafted project schedule is essential for seamless project execution and represents a significant challenge for the jobsite team.
Scheduling 101 will equip your employees with the skills to develop and manage effective schedules, ensuring project timelines are met with efficiency. Ideal for project administrators, engineers, managers and superintendents, this course is open to anyone interested in mastering the art of project scheduling.
Course topics and scheduling methods to be discussed include:
For more information about this course, contact Kelly Stover.
Scheduling 101
Jan 20 | 3 - 6 PM
Builders Exchange
$199 BX members | $299 Non-members
When registering online, be sure to log in to receive the member rate.
This course is part of the BX Certified Superintendent Program.
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Bill Stranahan
(Superior)