AGI Construction Solutions

09/15/2026

Registration Live Now!!
dfo313 Presents Build Ops Bootcamp

🚨 CONTRACTORS. BUILDERS. JOIN OUR TRUSTED NETWORK. 🚨

You’re already doing the work.
You’ve got projects. You’re generating revenue.
Now it’s time to build the business behind the work.

DFO313 BUILD OPS BOOTCAMP.

No fluff. No textbook theory. Industry experts.
Just real talk + practical tools from people who understand the construction business.

We’re talking about the things that actually matter when you’re ready to grow and more importantly grow with a trusted network:

❋ Getting beyond owner-operator
❋ Understanding the industry sectors + opportunities
❋ Getting your numbers right + improving profitability
❋ Building a vision and mission
❋ Getting financing-ready
❋ Building the capacity and team to take your business to the next level

GCs. Electricians. Plumbers. HVAC. Carpenters. Concrete. Specialty trades. Community builders.

If you’re already in the game and ready to grow ~ sign up.

🔥 ONLY 15 SEATS. LINK IN COMMENTS

BuildingOpportunity WeBuildForTheNextGen

08/19/2026

PROJECT SPOTLIGHT | IDEAL SHIELD BUILDING B OFFICE

This one hit a little different.

This space, located at the Hispanic Manufacturing Center, is where Tanya had her first corporate job right out of high school, working for Carmen Muñoz at Muñoz Manufacturing. It was where she was mentored by another strong Latina woman making her mark in a male-dominated industry.

So, coming back into this space 30+ years later as the general contractor to help transform this space felt pretty special for the team.

This project challenged us in different ways. Working within an industrial environment required us to operate on another level, think differently, adapt, and problem-solve at every turn. With each project, we strengthen, sharpen, and learn from the challenges.

We are grateful for the opportunity with Jesse Venegas and The Ideal Group Group family. Truly family.

From an empty shell to a bold, functional workplace ~Building B at Ideal Shield is just about complete. 🏗️✨

We were proud to bring together OTHER WORK Architecture, Engineering, local trades, a few small subcontractors, and gave Xavier Ali hands on project management experience to deliver this build-out.

The finished space brings together open work areas, private meeting spaces, new openings, bathrooms, custom millwork, collaborative areas, and some pretty unforgettable design details, including the cool yellow ceiling installation made from their bollard material. 💛

This project is about more than the finished space. It’s about a full-circle, mentorship, creating opportunities for local talent, and building spaces that carry forward the stories of the people who came before us.

Another project in the books. 📚

07/24/2026

Thank you for supporting the La Norteña revitalization project!

06/11/2026

🎓 Contractor Spotlight: David Orozco | Beast Construction

Congratulations to David Orozco, owner of Beast Construction, on successfully completing the first DFO313 Estimating & Blueprint Reading Pilot Cohort! 👷🏾‍♂️👨🏽‍🎓🏗

As a dedicated concrete contractor, David invested in strengthening his skills in project estimating, basic blueprint interpretation, and business fundamentals to better position his company for growth and larger opportunities.

We are committed to helping contractors build the knowledge, confidence, and capacity needed to compete and thrive in today's construction industry.

Building Skills. Building Businesses. Building Detroit.

06/11/2026

Development + Construction = 🔥
Please join Luis Ali, AGI President for a an exciting panel conversation.
Thursday, June 11 @ 6:00 pm

Join READ and DFO313 for State of Construction 2026, where developers, contractors, and industry professionals will come together for a candid conversation on what's happening in today's market and how to navigate it successfully.

Hear insights from:

🏗️ Jason Jones, Developer
🏗️ Derric Scott, Developer
🔨 Luis Ali, AGI Construction
💡 Justin Turk, Constrat AI

Topics include:

📈 Construction Market Outlook
💰 Labor & Material Cost Trends
📋 Project Budgeting & Estimating
🤝 Developer + Contractor Relationships
🏢 Joint Venture Opportunities
💡 Technology & AI in Construction

Whether you're planning your first project, actively developing, or looking to grow your network, this event is designed to provide practical insights you can apply immediately.

The best partnerships, projects, and opportunities often start with a conversation. This is where those conversations will happen.

📅 Thursday, June 11
🕕 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
📍 1600 East Grand Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48211

🎟️ RSVP link in the comments.

Tag a developer, contractor, or industry professional who should be in the room.

05/27/2026

5.27.26
Wrapping up the last of our work on the East Warren Farmer Market building er****on and geo thermal scope at .

Geothermal heating (using ground-source heat pumps) uses the Earth's stable subsurface temperature to heat your building in the winter and cool it in the summer. It is highly energy-efficient and drastically reduces utility bills, though high upfront installation costs are a major factor.

How It WorksThermal Exchange:

While outdoor air temperatures fluctuate widely, the temperature just a few feet below the Earth's surface remains relatively constant (typically between 45°F and 55°F) year-round.

The Loop System: A fluid-filled pipe system (ground loop) is buried either horizontally or vertically in your yard.The Heat Pump: In the winter, the fluid absorbs the Earth's heat and pumps it into your home. In the summer, the process reverses: the system pulls warm air from your house and dumps it into the ground.

Energy Efficiency: Rather than creating heat (like a gas furnace), the system simply moves heat, making it up to 3 to 5 times more efficient than traditional HVAC systems.

04/27/2026

Your business is growing, but behind every successful project is a strong operational foundation.

For those doing the work day-to-day, the real challenge isn’t just building—it’s building internal processes and systems that sustain and scale your business.

This Real Talk panel, Construction Through the Lens of Operations, brings together Diana Goode (Executive Director, TechTown Detroit Ops Plus) and Andres Valbuena (VR Homes) currently a City of Detroit Government Contractor for an honest conversation about what it takes to run a construction business that lasts.

https://www.dfo313.org/events/real-talk-with-dfo313-construction-through-the-lens-of-development-tnge6-rf8xw

04/13/2026

📢DFO313 Builder Workshop:
Building Smart Insurance, Real Estate & Legacy Protection
📅 Thursday, April 23, 2026
⏰️6:00 PM 8:00 PM
📍The Design Build Green Hub
1326 18th StreetDetroit, MI, 48216United States (map)

Presented By: Jose Miguel Rodriguez

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

• Business Insurance essentials tailored to General Contracting (liability, workers comp, auto, audits)
• How to invest in residential real estate (ROI, BRRRR method, structuring deals)
• Protecting your legacy (wills, trusts, life insurance, estate planning)

Back to All Events Builder Workshop: Building Smart Insurance, Real Estate & Legacy Protection Thursday, April 23, 2026 6:00 PM 8:00 PM The Design Build Green Hub 1326 18th Street Detroit, MI, 48216 United States (map) Google Calendar ICS Registration Quick Link Building Smart: Insurance, Real E...

04/07/2026

From blueprint to bids = Real Results. 🔥

Mario Flores of M&D DRYWALL LLC tapped into the DFO313 Blueprint & Estimating Pilot Class and walked away with more than knowledge—he gained confidence to price his work with clarity and compete at a higher level. No more leaving money on the table!

“This class changed how I see the numbers and my business.”

We’re building more than skills—we’re building capacity and revenues for our contractors. 💪🏽

Sponsored by
Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation
Ideal Group

04/03/2026

Proud to support the DFO313 Real Talk Series. Check out the EL CENTRAL Hispanic News Match coverage featuring ShaWanna Gajewski and D'Marco Ansari " Construction Through The Lens of Affordable Housing " Thanks for co-hosting Invest Detroit .