Our member-exclusive events offer member companies and their employees the perfect opportunity to further establish their network within the construction industry.
These social and networking events represent a huge added benefit to membership, with exciting and varied events to participate in and show your support for MBEX.
All of our events are sponsored in part by The Builders Group (TBG). Thank you, TBG!
All construction professionals, regardless of working in the field or in the office, must know how to read blueprints, specs, and construction plans.
• DATES: Tuesday, February 18 & Wednesday, February 19
• TIME: 10:30AM - 12:30PM CST
• LOCATION: Online
• INSTRUCTOR: Troy DeGroot with UChapter2
• PRICING: MBEX Members - $329* | Non-MBEX Members - $460
Please be registered by noon on Monday, February 17.
Designed to quickly familiarize students with the basics of reading and understanding construction documents, this 2-part online program is perfect for: apprentices, entry-level tradespersons, project coordinators, assistant project managers, new project managers, estimators, specialty sales representatives, entry-level architectural or engineering designers, or anyone in career transition looking for a refresher.
From navigating title block information to combing through specification documents, participants will learn how to navigate a project and understand the material and construction requirements. Learning objectives include an introduction to construction documents, understanding industry document standards, drawing navigation, and the importance of specialty plans.
*Work for a Member Company? That makes *you* an MBEX member and qualifies you for the member pricing. Not sure if your company is an MBEX member? Email Ashlee and she can verify your company's status.
Meet the Instructor
With over 20 years in the industry, Troy DeGroot has cultivated a deep understanding of the requirements of customers, the needs of end users, common goals of management, and the capacities of the technology. He had led many companies through successful software implementations and training. Having served as the BIM Manager for a large multi-discipline engineering firm, he provides a broad understanding of the industry and the evolution of technology. Read Troy's full bio
Join MBEX, The Builders Grou(TBG), the Minnesota Concrete Council and the Electrical Association for a casual gathering with food, drinks, and networking with great company.
DATE: Tuesday February 18
TIME: 3:00pm - 6:00pm
LOCATION: Mr. D's Bar and Grill (5622 Grand Ave, Duluth, MN 55807)
COST: Free!
Invite colleagues, members and non-members alike, to learn how we serves the commercial construction sector, what membership entails, and meet staff.
While this event is 100% free, we do request that attendees register so we have an accurate head count for food and drink orders.
WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND
Our Partners
Join us for a free live online walk-through of our digital platform to learn the basics, refresh yourself on its offered tools, or to explore if our plan room would benefit your business.
DATES:
• Thursday, February 20 - Registration is now open!
• Thursday, March 20
• Thursday, April 17
• Thursday, May 15
TIME: 9:00am - 10:00am
COST: Free
LOCATION: Online via Zoom
From the Deskpad to setting up filters, to project information to bidders lists, this is a one-hour session is a great introduction to our Online Plan Room. There will be time at the end of the presentation for question and answer. Registrants must be signed up by 3:30pm the day before (Wednesday, February 19) to receive Zoom link and other information.
ABOUT THE MBEX ONLINE PLAN ROOM
MBEX's modern and innovative online plan room is designed to bring its members the latest in Minnesota's commercial construction project news and bidding opportunities as well as projects from Iowa, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota. MBEX's team of reporters work hard behind-the-scenes to post complete project details along with viewable files (dependent on a members' level of access). They coordinate project details with the architects, engineers, project owners, and construction managers to create a smooth viewing process for members. Once posted, bidders can easily access the project scope, view plans, specs and addenda, download files, order prints and download needed documents. Bidders can also manage email notifications for timely notices of newly posted projects, new filter results, and addenda notifications on tracked projects.
Join MBEX, The Builders Group (TBG), the Minnesota Concrete Council and the Electrical Association for a casual gathering with food, drinks, and networking with great company.
DATE: Tuesday, February 25
TIME: 3:00pm - 6:00pm
LOCATION: Midtown Tavern (2223 Center Ave, Moorhead, MN 56560)
COST: Free!
Invite colleagues, members and non-members alike, to learn how we serves the commercial construction sector, what membership entails, and meet staff.
While this event is 100% free, we do request that attendees register so we have an accurate head count for food and drink orders.
WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND
Our Partners
Join MBEX, The Builders Group (TBG), the Minnesota Concrete Council and the Electrical Association for a casual gathering with food, drinks, and networking with great company.
DATE: Tuesday, March 4
TIME: 3:00pm - 6:00pm
LOCATION: Crooked Pint Ale House (58 Division St, Waite Park, MN 56387)
COST: Free!
Invite colleagues, members and non-members alike, to learn how we serves the commercial construction sector, what membership entails, and meet staff.
While this event is 100% free, we do request that attendees register so we have an accurate head count for food and drink orders.
WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND
Our Partners
An annual social, this MBEX event provides members the opportunity to mingle, network, and deepen their connections with other industry professionals.
• DATE: Wednesday, April 16
• LOCATION: Golden Valley Country Club (7001 Golden Valley Road, Golden Valley, MN 55427)
• SCHEDULE: 3:00pm - Doors open, drinks & networking | 5:00pm - Program, raffle winners & door prizes
• TICKETS: $50 per person
• SPONSORSHIPS: Become a Platinum, Gold, Silver, or Bronze sponsor of the event! Other opportunities include sponsoring the Wine & Spirits Pull and door prizes. View further details inside the registration form.
Registration will open in early March
ABOUT THE EVENT
An afternoon out with other local construction business owners, executives, and industry professionals, and gain several chances to win exciting door prizes or indulgent bottles of wine or spirits.
SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER
We will also be joined by special guest speaker, who is TBD.
WINE & SPIRITS PULL
Back by popular demand at this year's Spring Social is our Wine & Spirits Pull!
Attendees can purchase a mysteriously-wrapped package where inside they'll find either a bottle of wine or spirits that is potentially of much greater value than the purchase price. All funds from the Pull go to support the MBEX / TBG Construction Scholarship.
50/50 RAFFLE
We will also have our traditional 50/50 cash raffle where the winner takes home half of the winnings and the other half goes directly into the MBEX Scholarship Fund. Remember, we give out ~$20,000 to students annually through out scholarship program!
From college students, graduates and interns, to those just getting started within the construction industry, the MBEX Young Professionals Network will create a forum for emerging young professionals, providing resources to connect and begin networking.
• DATE: Wednesday, May 7
• LOCATION: The Rusty Bumblebee (10950 Club W Pkwy NE, #160, Blaine, MN 55449)
• SCHEDULE: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
• COST: $20 per person (includes 1 free drink and appetizers)
Registration will open in March
Limited space available, don't wait to purchase your tickets!
>Who + What:
Individuals ages 35 and under who are involved in the construction industry. The MBEX Young Professionals Network (YPN) seeks to join together construction professionals at the early stages of their career.
Sponsorship Opportunities:
If you're interested in showcasing your company's products or services and gaining exposure to a targeted audience, consider becoming a sponsor of this event. Sponsorships can be added to your order within the registration form.
$100+ - General Sponsor | $50+ - Door Prize Sponsor