Published every two weeks
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Formerly the HBA Happenings e-newsletter
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IN THIS ISSUE
International Builders' Show registration opens today
Access resources for Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave
August golf highlights: Despite the drizzle, the fun never fizzled!
BIA staff attends Association Management Conference
Sept. 9 - 13: Professional Women in Building Week
BIA welcomes Maddy Stuvland as communications intern
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It's time to appreciate our Associate members!
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Associate members (those awesome people pictured above) make up over 75% of the BIA-RRV's membership base. Since 1981, September has been designated as the National Association of Home Builders' Associate Member Appreciation Month — an annual celebration of Associate member contributions to the NAHB Federation and the building industry.
Sept. 19, BIA-RRV will host an open house 7:30 - 9 a.m. exclusively honoring Associates! Say "hi," grab breakfast and a coffee and be entered in a drawing to win a free breakfast for your office. We also have surprise visits planned each week to deliver Sandy's donuts to randomly selected Associate member companies!
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International Builders' Show registration opens today
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The National Association of Home Builders' Show (IBS) is heading to Vegas Feb. 25 - 27. Registration opened today, Sept. 3! Registration pricing and perks vary for members, non-members and dealers/distributors.
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August golf highlights:
Despite the drizzle, the fun never fizzled
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Rain or shine, our August Golf Outing was a hole-in-one! Special thanks to our tournament sponsor, Forest Products Direct, and all the other amazing supporters, sponsors and volunteers who made it an unforgettable day!
Next up: our third and final golf outing, Sept. 12, at Hawley Golf Club! There are still a few team spots available: click the link below to register.
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BIA staff attends Association Management Conference
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Last month, BIA Chief Executive Officer Bryce Johnson, Marketing & Events Manager Janna Koble and Education and Public Affairs Specialist Elizabeth Kosel attended the National Association of Home Builders Association Management Conference in Salt Lake City.
They had the opportunity to take in educational sessions and connect with other builders association staff across the country to exchange ideas. Click the link below to read about the takeaways and experiences they brought back to continue building toward the future!
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Sept. 9-13: Professional Women in Building Week
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NAHB Professional Women in Building Week Sept. 9 - 13 is an occasion to celebrate women as an important component of the residential construction industry.
The BIA-RRV's newly founded Professional Women in Building Council has some special things planned. Stay tuned!
Interested in joining our local council? Click the links below to join the council and/or check out their next meeting. Also, be sure to join the official Facebook group!
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BIA introduces Maddy Stuvland as communications intern
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The BIA-RRV recently welcomed Maddy Stuvland to the team as the new communications intern.
She is a full-time student at Minnesota State University Moorhead pursuing a degree in communication studies.
Maddy is excited to meet the BIA-RRV’s members and explore a new role where she can utilize her communication skills and creativity.
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Association programming updates and hints to keep you in the know!
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- Open registration for the 2025 Red River Valley Home & Garden Show has begun! Don't wait to secure your prime space.
- BIA-RRV members receive discounts on exhibit space. Use code "BIAMEMBER."
- Early registration rates end Oct. 14.
- Show dates are Feb. 28 - March 2 at the Fargodome.
- The High Noon Shootout is coming Sept. 23.
- This is one of our fastest-growing events catering to our members who enjoy trap shooting! Learn more and register.
- Did you know that Sept. 16 - 20 is Construction Appreciation Week?
- Take this opportunity to express gratitude for construction workers, your employees and our industry as a whole.
- Oct. 23, build bird feeders with 3rd - 5th graders! It's an opportunity to do something good for the community and promote careers in construction to area youth.
- Special thanks to Lowe’s for providing the bird feeder kits and mini hammers!
- Deadline to register is Oct. 4.
- Bye, summer hours! BIA-RRV office hours have returned to 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday.
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Do you have good news?
New hire? Promotions? Fun facts? Opportunities?
We want to know: email your good news to Maddy Stuvland.
We will share it here.
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Thank you to our
2024 Very Invested Partners!
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Interested in being a 2024 or 2025 VIP?
Contact Janna Koble at (701) 232-5846.
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Education from our partners
*In-person or Virtual
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Sept. 10 Moorhead City Council Candidate Forum Please join us as we get to know the candidates hoping to serve as councilmembers for Moorhead.
This is your chance to learn about their perspectives as they relate to the housing and building industries. Registration is free and includes lunch.
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Sept. 12 BIA Golf Outing It's our final date for our most popular member event. It's brought to you by Forest Products Direct!
Limited team spots and sponsorships are available. You can put your name in front of hundreds of building industry members. Contact Janna Koble at (701) 232-5846.
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Sept. 19 Associate Appreciation Open House Calling all Associate members of the Building Industry Association: We want to treat you! Stop by between 7:30 - 9 a.m. Sept. 19. Say "hi," grab breakfast and a coffee and be entered in a drawing to win a free breakfast for your office.
Cost is free!
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Sept. 23 High Noon Shootout Join us for this fun, unique networking event! The High Noon Shootout will consist of two rounds of trap shooting followed by dinner, socializing and prizes.
We will end the event with an Annie Oakley competition. Cost is $100.
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Oct. 10 BIA Happy Hour Your favorite networking event of the fall is back! Presented in partnership with Floor to Ceiling Carpet One, we’ll celebrate a successful Parade of Homes!
It will be an evening filled with priceless networking, delicious food and cold drinks. Best of all, it’s FREE for BIA members.
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Oct. 17 BIA 401(k) PEP Plan Introduction You are invited to our 401(k) PEP Plan Introduction.
BIA-RRV is proud to partner with Investment Consulting Services to bring this exciting opportunity to all BIA members. This member benefit will reduce work and maximize your fiduciary protection as an employer. Cost is free for this virtual informational session.
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Oct. 23 Bird Feeder Construction Day Home Builders Care of F-M Foundation and your BIA-RRV, in partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs, is coordinating a second date to conduct a hands-on bird feeder construction activity 3-4:30 p.m. with 3rd to 5th graders.
Special thanks to Lowe’s for providing the bird feeder kits and mini hammers! Deadline to register is Oct. 4.
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Building Industry Association of the Red River Valley
(formerly Home Builders Association of F-M)
1802 32nd Ave S | Fargo ND 58103
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