• 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 14th year of the program, with a class of 24 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 2025 was the 11th year of the program, with 32 field leaders from BX member firms. Applications for the Class of 2026 are now being accepted. Click Here for more information.

For more information about BXLX or BXFlex, contact Deb Murphy.

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) provides your workforce with essential skills to identify and address mental health concerns at an early stage, creating a supportive work environment and reducing the long-term effects of mental illness on both individuals and the organization.

Much like how Standard First Aid and CPR prepare employees to handle physical emergencies, MHFA equips them with the tools to manage mental health crises and provide immediate support. In industries such as construction, where high levels of stress, anxiety and depression are common, it’s crucial to not only prioritize physical safety but also the mental well-being of your team.

By implementing MHFA training, you foster a culture of care, promote overall employee health, and improve job satisfaction, all while contributing to a safer and more productive workplace.

This course, taught by Paul Lawson (Paul Lawson Helps LLC), will provide the skills to recognize early signs of mental health issues in your team members, provide non-judgmental support and guide them toward appropriate professional help when needed. By equipping leaders and team members with the knowledge and confidence to handle these situations, we can create a safer and more supportive working environment.

For more information about this class, contact Ashton Chapman.

Mental Health First Aid
March 28 |  8 AM - 4:30 PM
Builders Exchange

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$249 BX Employees | $349 Non-members

Paul Lawson
(Paul Lawson Helps LLC)

With a bachelor’s degree from Cincinnati Christian University and over a decade of experience in ministry, Paul has channeled his passion for wellness into the construction industry in Columbus. He is currently the lead mental health advocate at Mid-City Electric / Technologies and the founder of Paul Lawson Helps LLC. He also serves as a risk management coordinator and oversees the Mid-City Electric / Technologies Drug-Free Safety Program. Paul is certified to teach VitalCog, QPR and Mental Health First Aid.

A claim has been filed against the surety bond on your project; what do you do next? What if YOU need to file a claim? If you’re not sure how to answer those questions, it’s time to learn more about bonds, project documentation and risk management.

Join a team of industry risk management experts from J.S. Held who will walk you through the basics of surety bonds and explore how bonding impacts a project.

Participants will discuss the claims process and discover:

• What to do if you need to file a claim
• What to expect if a claim is filed on your bond
• The most common reasons claims arise
• Why documentation is vital on every project

This course is ideal for anyone responsible for managing risk on a construction project – owners, contractors, subcontractors, legal and finance teams – from the foreman to the CEO.

For more information about this course, contact Deb Murphy.

Understanding Surety Bonds
April 3  |  8 - 10 AM
Builders Exchange

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$59 BX members | $69 Non-Members
When registering online, be sure to log into the member portal to receive the member rate.

Michael Margolius
(J.S. Held)

Seth Millam
(J.S. Held)

Dan Raglow
(J.S. Held)

Jim Roser
(J.S. Held)

Accurate surveying is essential in construction, ensuring that projects start on the right foot and stay on track. This interactive training helps develop the skills to spot problems and improve accuracy during the building layout phase, which can prevent further costs and/or delays.

Participants will have the opportunity to work directly with surveying equipment and layout tools, reinforcing key techniques used in the field.

For more information about this course, contact Kelly Stover.

Surveying for Construction
April 8 & 10 |  4 - 6 PM
Builders Exchange

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$270 BX members |  $370 Non-members
When registering online, be sure to log into the member portal to receive the member rate.

Eric Turner
(George J. Igel & Co., Inc.)

Kevin Wolfe
(Dugan & Meyers LLC)

Wellness in the construction industry is crucial for creating a healthier, more sustainable workplace. Positive change is possible, but taking the first steps can feel challenging. Companies are often at different stages of their well-being journeys, some may be just starting, while others are further along. However, it’s important not to let this variation discourage or hinder progress.

This discussion will explore strategic ideas and practical steps to promote a healthier work environment, regardless of where your company is on the wellness journey. Whether you’re just beginning or looking to expand your efforts, there are always actionable ways to move forward.

Topics covered will include how wellness initiatives can:

• Positively impact productivity
• Improve safety
• Reduce healthcare costs
• Decrease absenteeism
• Boost morale

Tiffany Kuck (McGohan Brabender) will lead this session, sharing her expertise in population health management. She will present actionable strategies for integrating wellness into the workforce, ultimately creating a safer, healthier and more productive construction industry.

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

BX Blueprints for Well-being Council Q2: Workforce Wellness Strategies
April 10  |  8 - 9:30 AM
Builders Exchange

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FREE BX members  |  $39 Non-members
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Q2 MEETING SPONSOR

Tiffany Kuck
(McGohan Brabender)

Tiffany brings a wealth of experience with 10 years as a Population Health Manager at McGohan Brabender, one of the nation's largest independent employee benefits brokers. In her role, Tiffany has worked closely with health and wellness programs, assisting entire families with their health needs, and demonstrating her broad experience in working with both children and adults. Her expertise spans several key areas, including marketing, communications, marketing strategy, management, training, and fostering a strong company culture. Tiffany’s combination of health management and strategic business skills makes her an invaluable asset in the employee benefits and wellness space.

If the keynote at last week’s Ohio Construction Conference has you wanting to learn more about working effectively across the generations, here’s your opportunity.

Dr. Adam Rapp (Ohio University/The Tyson Group) will share insights on the multiple generations in the workforce today and participants will complete a self-assessment of their individual work style. The discussion will explore why these preferences have developed over time, and you may discover your characteristics are typical of another generation!

After this half-day workshop, attendees will be able to:

• Flex your style to manage across all generations
• Understand changes in recruiting and onboarding due to a multi-generational workforce
• Hone your coaching and communication cadence dependent on generation
• Improve workforce cohesion through better generational understanding
• Create generational inclusivity within and across teams

For more information about this course, contact Deb Murphy.

Intergenerational Management
April 11  |  8 AM - NOON
Builders Exchange

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$359 BX members | $459 Non-Members
Group Discount: Send three members for $925

Dr. Adam Rapp
(Ohio University & Tyson Group)

Adam is the executive director of the Ralph & Luci Shey Sales Center and associate professor of sales at Ohio University. He has authored more than 70 peer-reviewed articles and three books. Adam was awarded the Ohio University Presidential Research Award in 2021-2024. Adam has trained and consulted with hundreds of companies in the sales and leadership space and is currently the vice president of research integration at the Tyson Group.

This hands-on course brings your new hires up to speed on the essentials of construction project workflow, boosting their productivity from the start. Structured around the lifecycle of an actual project and led by seasoned local construction professionals, this program offers a practical understanding of the construction process.

Perfect for anyone with a year or less of construction experience, Construction Basics 101 covers the roles and responsibilities of key players on a project and how they all work together to get the job done!

Topics include:

• Owner and design phase
• Estimating and bidding phase
• Planning, scheduling & procurement
• Administrative paperwork
• Review of an entire project from conception to close-out with visuals

For more information about this course, contact Kelly Stover.

Construction Basics 101
April 29 | 8 AM - NOON
Builders Exchange

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$225 BX members |  $325 Non-members
When registering online, be sure to log into the member portal to receive the member rate.

Paul Bryan
(MIELKE
Mechanical, Inc.)

Ed Keener
(Korda/Nemeth Engineering, Inc.)

Mike Kray
(Turner
Construction Co.)

Adrienne Sraver
(Barton Malow Builders)