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Oct. 27, 2026

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IN THIS ISSUE

Advocacy Update:

BIA supports property tax rebate for new construction extension in Moorhead
Resources for Election Day

Fargo shares seasonal consideration notice for contractors

Photo Highlights:

BIA hosts 'Change Happens' with Express Employment Professionals

Member Orientation snapshots

Parade of Homes passport game winners

Your home could be our next showcase!

And the winner is... Kevin Gustman

 

Association and Foundation announce

top awards

Winners will be honored at the New Year Celebration Jan. 28

 

2027 Sponsorship & Advertising Opportunities booklet now available

Advocacy Update

BIA supports property tax rebate for new construction extension in Moorhead
Resources for Election Day

Fargo shares seasonal consideration notice for contractors
News from NAHB

Member Benefit: NAHB Member Savings

Oct. 29: Health & Safety Conference is this week

Hosted by Northern Region Association of Safety Professionals

 

OSHA class rescheduled to Nov. 11

Member Benefit: HBA Rebate

Photo highlights:

BIA hosts 'Change Happens' with Express Employment Professionals

Member Orientation snapshots

Parade of Homes passport game winners

 

Your home could be our next showcase!

 

October's New Members

Advanced Striping and Sealcoating

Tyler Anderson

President

(701) 388-4426

Concrete Inc

David Hahn

President

(701) 866-1484

Elev8 Enterprise, LLC
Darin Hersch
Owner/President
(701) 212-0011

OK Tire Store

Sam Grantham

Marketing & PR Specialist

(701) 237-6525

Plant Perfect Fargo

Kale McCollum

Owner

(701) 412-1349

Seamless Pro

Corey Janes

General Manager

(701) 707-8167

Steamatic

Alec Churness

Business Development Associate

(701) 232-4707

Wausau Supply

Collin Voeller

Market Development Manager

(701) 330-4664

Whisper Outdoor

David Kawasaki

Store Manager

(701) 707-0808

Know someone who would be a great fit for membership in the BIA-RRV?

Contact Jenna Kannegiesser at (701) 232-5846.

 

And the winner is... Kevin Gustman!

To celebrate our anniversary this year, we will test your BIA-RRV history knowledge with a trivia question and a throwback photo each month.
This month's challenge was:
Correctly name any two of these Association past presidents and be entered to win.
Answer:
Back row (l. to r.): Paul Kochmann, Gerald Eid, Dennis Olson, Vern Hanson, Ryan Hoss
Front row (l. to r.): Bob Footitt, Bob Kochmann, John Gunkelman
Our lucky winner is:
Kevin Gustman, Twin City Garage Door
He correctly named all the past presidents and will receive a BIA Backer Digital Sign company sponsorship valued at $250, plus a BIA-branded package of goodies!

2026 Very Invested Partners

DIAMOND

PLATINUM

GOLD

Interested in being a VIP? Contact Jenna Kannegiesser at (701) 232-5846.

Join an elite circle of member companies making waves in the building industry and the Fargo-Moorhead community. As a VIP, your brand stands out, aligned with BIA-RRV’s trusted name, showcased across events and marketing, and recognized for supporting advocacy and workforce growth.

Quick tips

Association programming tips and reminders to keep you in the know!

The BIA-RRV Pooled 401(k) Plan is a simple way to offer an all-in-one retirement plan.

Check out the details here.

Registration opens soon for Minnesota building contractor and power limited technician continuing education. Dates are in January and February. Click here to be notified.

We have a store! Browse branded BIA gear in all sorts of styles and colors.

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Upcoming Events

Education from our partners & members

 

NRASP Health & Safety Conference Oct. 29 BIA-RRV is a proud sponsor of this year's Health & Safety Conference. The morning keynote is Matt Skoy and afternoon keynote is Brandon Schoeder. Cost: $75. 

 

Breakfast Session: Top 10 OSHA Citations Nov. 11 (rescheduled from Oct. 28) This presentation will review each of the Top 10 citations, the common workplace hazards associated with them and why these areas continue to be a focus. Cost: $25. 

 

International Builders' Show (IBS) is heading to Vegas Feb. 2-4, 2027. Registration opened Sept. 1! Registration pricing and perks vary for members, non-members and dealers/distributors.

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