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10/14/2026

Yesterday's COLAB Breakfast brought together leaders and partners across the construction industry for a morning of connection, collaboration and learning. ☕️🏗️

Co-hosted by The Builders, AltCap, Heartland Black Chamber Of Commerce, Home Builders Association Of Greater Kansas City, International Institute for Women in Construction, KC NAWIC, National Institute for Construction Excellence (NICE), Prospect Business Association KC, Scaffold & Access Industry Association, Strategic Workforce Development Inc and Unified Contractors of Kansas City.

The event featured breakfast, networking and a resource fair focused on building a more inclusive industry. The panel highlighted case studies on equitable access to construction careers and the future of our industry.

Thank you to our emcee Gretchen Gagel with the International Institute of Women in Construction and moderator Eva McDorman with The Builders, as well as panelists April Adams, Kansas City Public Schools, Corben Eppley, Liberty High School, Josh Jacobs, Liberty High School and Ariana Tormes, IBC Carpentry LLC and to our sponsors, vendors and attendees who made the event possible! 👏

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10/12/2026

🦺 REINFORCED: ELEVATING SAFETY EXPERTISE

The Midwest Construction Safety Conference returns March 4–5, 2027, bringing together construction safety professionals, contractors and industry leaders committed to building a stronger and safer industry.

Two days. Industry experts. Practical takeaways. New connections. One shared commitment to advancing construction safety.

📍 Stoney Creek Event Center | Independence, Missouri
📅 March 4–5, 2027

Attendee registration, exhibitor booths and sponsorship opportunities are open now. Secure your spot at MCSC 2027 today!

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10/09/2026

The Builders was well represented in Washington, D.C., last week! 🏛️

Our Board Chair Steven Levy, Vice Chair Keith Dorrian, Builders President Lance Claiborne and Government Relations Director Allen E. Dillingham spent time at the Associated General Contractors of America National Construction Leadership Conference, connecting with industry leaders and learning more about the issues facing construction and the paths forward for our industry.

Thank you for representing our members and bringing the voice of our local construction community to the national level!

10/07/2026

October is here, and it’s already time to get ahead for 2027!

In this month’s e-News, Builders Membership and Marketing Vice President Angela Crawford shares a look at our 2027 Annual Sponsorship Packages, now available for members looking to maximize their visibility and involvement with The Builders in the year ahead.

Plus, October is packed with opportunities to connect! Our COLAB Breakfast is next week, Oct. 13, and there are still a few spots available. Register today to secure your seat.

🎥 Watch the full October e-News below for all the latest updates.

👉 bit.ly/4qChfrg

10/06/2026

The Builders Holiday Party tour is back for 2026! 🎄

Celebrate another great year in construction with fellow members at your region’s 2026 Holiday Party. Secure your spot today — and check out available sponsorship opportunities to put your company in the holiday spotlight!

🎁 Central Region Holiday Party | Dec. 2
🎁 Kansas City Holiday Party | Dec. 10
🎁 Southern Region Holiday Party | Dec. 15

Three regions. Three celebrations. One great way to wrap up 2026. ✨

Registration is LIVE — reserve your spot today: bit.ly/4qChfrg

10/05/2026

Seats are still open for the 2027 Construction Outlook: Policy, Economy and What’s Ahead!

Hear from Associated General Contractors of America Chief Economist Ken Simonson as he breaks down how midterm elections, global developments and policy shifts are shaping the outlook for contractors nationally and right here in the Kansas City region.

Bring your questions and perspectives for an interactive conversation about what could be ahead for the construction industry.

📅 Thursday, Nov. 12 | 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
📍 The Builders | Kansas City, Mo.

Space is limited — reserve your seat today!

REGISTER: bit.ly/4hsNp6g

10/01/2026

As we begin National Disability Employment Awareness Month, The Builders celebrates the opportunity for a year-round commitment to breaking down barriers to employment, celebrating inclusion and increasing accessibility for all. Together, we create a stronger, more equitable workforce!

10/01/2026

October is , a time to stand together in the fight against breast cancer. Susan G. Komen is dedicated to spreading awareness, offering resources and interactive tools to help raise awareness and provide social support for women and men afflicted with breast cancer. Click the link below to learn more. 💓

Learn more: bit.ly/3LGAKfQ

09/30/2026

Happy International Podcast Day! 🎙️

Our Construction Leadership Council recently sat down with the Kansas City Business Journal to talk about how CLC is helping build the next generation of construction leaders in Kansas City.

Nik Bergstrom with JE Dunn Construction, along with The Builders Matt Eberle and Annie Perez, shared more about CLC’s professional development opportunities, community impact, growing membership and plans to bring the national CLC conference to Kansas City in 2027.

🎧 Listen to the full episode below to hear what’s ahead for CLC!

Full podcast: bit.ly/4rGiQh5

The Construction Leadership Council is growing rapidly as it develops future construction leaders in Kansas City. Learn how the organization supports professional growth, gives back to the community and prepares to host the national CLC conference in 2027.

09/28/2026

🎤 CALL FOR PRESENTERS: MCSC 2027

Have safety expertise, strategies or real-world lessons that could help strengthen the construction industry? We are seeking educational, practical and engaging sessions for the 2027 Midwest Construction Safety Conference (MCSC).

This year’s theme, Reinforced: Elevating Safety Expertise, will bring together safety professionals, contractors and industry leaders committed to building a stronger and safer industry.

📅 March 4–5, 2027
📍 Stoney Creek Event Center | Independence, Missouri

Share your expertise and help provide attendees with actionable ideas they can take back to their teams and jobsites. Submit your proposal today!

Submission form: bit.ly/47fETBQ