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Do you know someone who exemplifies long-term, outstanding service and commitment to the local construction industry and the community? Nominate them for the 2025 BX Cornerstone Award!
Eligible nominees will be evaluated by the BX Cornerstone Review Committee on the following criteria:
volvementIf chosen as a semifinalist, the nominator will be contacted to provide further details. The committee will forward their final recommendations to the BX Board of Directors for confirmation of the 2025 Cornerstone Award winner.
For more information on nominating someone for this prestigious award, contact Pam Austin.
Joe Daft
Foreman
Years in the Industry: 15
Barnhart Crane & Rigging
| BXFlex |
Darren Herring
Superintendent
Years in the Industry: 6
Lehman Daman Rudolph
Libbe Group
| BXFlex |
Tom Sylvester
Field Engineer
Years in the Industry: 3
Thompson Concrete, Ltd.
For more information about BXFlex, contact Deb Murphy.
Your membership dues are an investment in both your company and your employees that yields a return every day of your membership. The BX appreciates your participation in 2024 and is looking forward to helping your business prosper in 2025!
The BX membership year runs from Dec. 1 through Nov. 30. If you haven’t already, today is a great day to renew your BX membership before the $100 late fee kicks in on Jan. 1, 2025.
If you have not seen your invoice or need another copy, contact Sean Cooper.
You may also access and pay your dues through the member portal at www.bx.org.
There are just a few sponsorships available for 2025!
Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your company’s presence within the BX membership and the central Ohio construction community.
The BX website has been visited more than 131,000 times this year, and the weekly eNewsletter is sent to nearly 2,400 individuals each week – just think of all the visibility and web traffic for your company!
Sponsor benefits include your company logo prominently featured with a live link on the BX homepage, online newsletter and resource page of the BX website. Your logo will also be featured in the weekly eNewsletter, again with a live link to your website.
Sponsorships available:
Contact Sanda Elkins with questions or to reserve your sponsorship today. These limited sponsorships are sold on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Start the year off right by learning comprehensive nutrition strategies that will help keep your workforce healthy for years to come!
Nutrition plays a vital role in the performance and well-being of construction workers. With physically demanding tasks that require strength, endurance and focus, it's essential to fuel the body with the right nutrients needed to perform at its best.
Join us for an engaging session focused on nutrition and wellness in the construction industry. Lindsay Badertscher (OSU Health Plan Solutions) will share actionable insights to help you foster a healthier and more resilient workforce. This is a unique opportunity to connect with Ohio State’s wellness team, explore valuable resources and take practical steps toward supporting your team’s well-being. Program topics include:
For more information about the BX Blueprints for Well-being Council or this program, contact Ashton Chapman
Q1 Mtg. - Nutrition & Well-being
Jan. 9 | 8 - 9:30 AM
Builders Exchange
FREE BX members | $35 Non-members
When registering online, be sure to log into the member portal to receive the member rate.
Q1 MEETING SPONSOR
Increase your company's visibility within the safety community.
The BX Blueprints for Well-being Council’s purpose is to gather construction leaders who want to build a healthy culture at their companies. By meeting quarterly, participants will share best practices and learn from speakers who are experts in well-being topics, with the goal of normalizing help-seeking behavior in our industry.
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Lindsay Badertscher
(OSU Health Plan Solutions)
Lindsay graduated from the University of Dayton with a bachelor’s degree in dietetics and is certified in adult weight management levels I and II through the Commission on Dietetic Registration. Lindsay has extensive experience working with people in behavioral change weight loss programs as well as with new parents in the Health Plan’s Buckeye Baby Program. She enjoys cooking and working out and is always up for a fun new adventure with her friends and family. Lindsay believes everyone has what it takes to make major health changes and loves the “ah-ha” moments when people experience that themselves. She can help you find the small steps, sense of adventure, and confidence that make your health goals motivating and manageable.
Looking for a fun and engaging way to grow your network? Join the BX Young Professionals (and the young at heart) for an exciting evening at Pickle & Chill!
Whether you’re a seasoned pickleball pro or curious about this fast-growing sport, this is one event you won’t want to miss – simply choose the registration that “serves” you best!
Your registration includes one (1) drink ticket and appetizers.
For more information about this event or to become a sponsor, contact Kelly Stover.
Jan. BXYP Event:
Pickleball "Net"working
Jan. 16 | 3:30 - 6 PM
Pickle & Chill
880 W. Henderson Rd. (43214)
Tournament Play:
$75 BX Members | $85 Non-Members
Beginners Play:
$75 BX Members | $85 Non-Members
Networking Only
$55 BX Members | $65 Non-Members
When registering online, be sure to log into the member portal to receive the member rate.
Sponsor Opportunities
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Enhance your safety skills with the BX Standard First Aid/CPR/AED course. You'll learn crucial techniques to handle emergencies, from treating injuries to performing life-saving CPR. Participants will receive hands-on training and their skills will be tested throughout the class. Don’t leave safety to chance!
Enroll now to ensure you and your team are prepared for any situation on the jobsite. Topics covered include:
Upon successful completion of this course, 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
Jan. 21 | 8 AM - 12:30 PM
Builders Exchange
$90 BX members | $120 Non-members
When registering online, be sure to log into the member portal to receive the member rate.
According to the CDC*, construction workers die from suicide six times more frequently than from OSHA's fatal four. The construction industry has the second highest rate of suicide out of every American industry.
This class, taught by Paul Lawson (Mid-City Electric / Technologies), is tailored to the construction industry and focuses on the early warning signs of suicide. Attendees will learn how to properly engage in this potentially life-threatening situation to help people going through a mental health crisis.
For more information about this class or to schedule a company-specific session, contact Ashton Chapman.
Suicide: Prevent the Next Statistic
Feb. 4 | 8 - 10 AM
Builders Exchange
$50 | per person
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Paul Lawson
(Mid-City Electric / Technologies)
With a bachelor’s degree from Cincinnati Christian University and over a decade of experience in ministry, Paul has brought his passion for wellness and infused it into the construction industry in Columbus. After joining Mid-City Electric in 2019, he soon began building their mental health program from the ground up. He now serves as their risk management coordinator, working alongside safety and overseeing their Drug-Free Safety Program. As lead mental health advocate, Paul has spoken about mental health at many construction events, including OSHA Safety Day and Safety Council of Greater Columbus. Paul is a certified VitalCog instructor that regularly trains on suicide prevention, both in office settings and out in the field.