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The Level Set - March 18, 2026

The Level Set - March 18, 2026

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March 18, 2026

 

Updates & Events

Reel, Toss, and Tee Off at Swing Into Spring

Pack your clubs, practice your cornhole toss, and maybe brush up on your fishing skills. Swing Into Spring returns April 29–30 in Osage Beach, Missouri at Margaritaville Lake Resort and The Oaks Golf Course.

  • Fishing on Lake of the Ozarks (limited spots available)
  • Corn Hole Tournament
  • Steak and Chop Fry with open bar
  • Golf Tournament at The Oaks Golf Course

Dealers may choose All-Inclusive or À La Carte registration. Supplier partners must sponsor the event to attend.


Discounted room block at Margaritaville Resort expires on March 30th and registration closes on April 10th!

Swing Into Spring
April 29–30, 2026
Osage Beach, MO

 

Elevate Women in LBM Conference Launches This May

BLD Connection is launching Elevate, a new professional development experience designed for women across the lumber and building materials industry.

  • Leadership and communication training led by Dena Cordova-Jack
  • Meaningful connection with women across the LBM industry
  • Open to BLD members and non-member retail dealers

$299 per person | $250 each for 4+ from the same company


Thank you to Presenting Sponsor Do it Best.

View invite from Dena!

Video

Elevate: Women in LBM Conference
May 7–8, 2026
Minneapolis, Minnesota

 

Pull Up a Chair at the Table

BLD Roundtable Groups bring together non-competing peers from across the LBM industry to share ideas, tackle challenges, and learn from one another. With professional facilitation and trusted peer conversation, participants gain practical insights and lasting industry connections that help move their businesses forward. Interested in joining a group? Let us know and we’ll follow up with details. Contact Connie for more details at (763) 595-4045 or connie@bldconnection.org.

 
 

Resource of the Month

Forklift and Material Handling Equipment

RION Equipment is our endorsed forklift and material handling equipment vendor in ND, SD, MN, IA, NE, MO, & KS. For more than 50 years, RION Equipment has been your resource for forklifts sales and service.


At RION you will find the right brands, parts & service. It is our local-regional focus, combined with our entrepreneurial spirit, that has set us apart & satisfied thousands of our customers. Please contact us at sales@rionequpment.com or online at rionequipment.com.

Classifieds

 

FOR SALE


Victory 16” 5HP Radial Arm Saw

(Requires 3 phase wiring)
1 - 8’ Roller Ext. Wing
1 - 10’ Roller Ext. Wing
Can crate it for shipping, buyerwill pay freight to their location.
$1500.00


Contact Ron or Brian Carlson
(712-623-5121)
Red Oak Do it Center
502 N Broadway
Red Oak, Iowa 51566

 

Lumberyard Property - FOR LEASE


221 South Street, Pella, Iowa
$3,200/month + taxes & insurance

Over 3 acres with multiple buildings, secure indoor/outdoor storage, loading docks, drive-in doors, and ample parking. Ideal for warehouse, light manufacturing, or distribution use.


Property Highlights:

  • 9,000+ SF Office/Showroom
  • Multiple warehouse buildings (1,500–4,900+ SF each)
  • Flexible space, excellent visibility, and access

Click HERE to view flyer with full details.

 

Classified ads are available to retail members. To place an ad, contact Melanie at melanie@bldconnection.org or call (763) 595-4050.


Suppliers/Associate members - for advertising opportunities contact Erica Nelson at (763) 497-1778 or erica.nelson@ewald.com.

 

Northwestern Lumber Association and Mid-America Lumbermens Association are now BLD Connection. Read About Our Transformation!

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