NWIBRT

NWIBRT Safety Committee Meeting
2021-03-02 08:00 - 09:00, 2020-12-01 08:00 - 09:00, 2020-11-03 08:00 - 09:00, 2020-06-09 08:00 - 09:00, 2020-05-05 08:00 - 09:00, 2020-04-07 08:00 - 09:00 (America/Chicago) | Construction Advancement Foundation, 6050 Southport Road, Portage, IN, 46368, United States

Safety Awards Banquet Applications Close
2021-02-15 08:00 - 17:00 | IN
2021 applications will close February 15th, 2021!

Apply Now!

NWIBRT Safety Committee Meeting
2021-02-02 08:00 - 09:00, 2021-01-05 08:00 - 09:00 | Construction Advancement Foundation, 6050 Southport Road, Portage, IN, 46368, United States
This meeting will be virtual. Additional details will be sent out closer to the meeting.

Meet the General Contractor Webinar Series - Hasse Construction Co.
2021-01-20 11:30 - 12:00 | IN
Hasse Construction Co.

NWIBRT members will have a new way to connect with contractors and owners. The FREE web series called “Meet the Owner/General Contractor” will provide attendees a one-on-one platform to learn about NWI contractors, make new contacts, and learn about new projects. Participating is easy, convenient, and just might kickstart your next big idea.
Each session will be hosted by a different NWIBRT member contractor that will put together a panel of company leaders who will speak to their areas of expertise. Panels will be followed up with a live Q&A session. These sessions will be online (GoToWebinar) and will run 30 minutes beginning at 11:30am and ending at Noon.

The presentation will be provided by Hasse Construction Company.
Featured Panelists:
William A. Hasse, President – Introduction/History & Philosophy
John B. Hasse, VP of Construction – Safety Performance
Fred Armstrong, VP of Estimating – Estimating/Markets/Services
Bill S. Hasse, Project Manager – Construction/Project/Awards
Lynda Niaves, Office Manager – Conclusion

Contact NWIBRT today at info@nwibrt.org or call at 219-226-0300 to learn more about participating.
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Safety Awards Banquet Applications Open
2021-01-15 08:00 - 17:00 | IN
2021 applications will be available January 15th, 2021!
It’s time to celebrate the companies keeping construction and maintenance workers safe on the job site and elevating project quality and precision well beyond industry standards.
We’ve made filling out the applications much easier! We converted the pdf applications that required you email or physically mail in the applications to a convenient online app.

Apply Now!

Free Virtual Workshop: Communication, Respect and Workplace Culture
2021-01-13 13:00 - 14:00 | IN
Our friends at Perspectives are holding a virtual seminar this Wednesay January 13, 2021 at no cost to you! During this seminar, guest speaker Sterling Haukom Anderson will be discussing important topics that can take a toll on the workplace if not addressed properly!
Please use the register button towards the bottom of the flyer to sign up!
It’s a new year and time to assess your workplace. Are you and other organization leaders ready to engage team members and set them up for success? Or are you facing an uphill battle with ingrained cultural issues?
Michiana Employee Assistance Program (MEAP) has partnered with Perspectives Ltd to bring you this free, one-hour virtual workshop.
Did you know how much bias in the workplace may be costing your organization?

Bias reduces engagement. Employees at large companies who perceive bias are nearly 3 times more likely to be disengaged. Gallup estimates this costs U.S. companies $450 to $550 billion per year.
Bias impacts retention. Those who perceive bias are more than 3 times more likely to say they’re planning to leave their jobs within the year.
Bias impedes innovation. Those who perceive bias are 2.6 times more likely to say that they’ve withheld ideas over the previous 6 months.

Sterling Haukom Anderson will delve into bias and other cultural challenges. She has extensive experience developing training, including curricula on the subjects of diversity, inclusion and professional development. Don’t miss this session!
REGISTER NOW!

Meet the Owner Webinar Series - The City of Crown Point
2021-01-07 11:30 - 12:00 | IN
The City of Crown Point

NWIBRT members will have a new way to connect with contractors and owners. The FREE web series called “Meet the Owner/General Contractor” will provide attendees a one-on-one platform to learn about NWI contractors, make new contacts, and learn about new projects. Participating is easy, convenient, and just might kickstart your next big idea.
Each session will be hosted by a different NWIBRT member contractor that will put together a panel of company leaders who will speak to their areas of expertise. Panels will be followed up with a live Q&A session. These sessions will be online (GoToWebinar) and will run 30 minutes beginning at 11:30am and ending at Noon.

This session will be hosted by the City of Crown Point. They’ll be presenting on Economic Development in Crown Point: Residential & Commercial.
This week’s panelists include:
Mayor David Uran
Greg Falkowski – Chief of Staff
Anthony Schlueter – Planning Administrator
Joe Cash – Building Administrator

Contact NWIBRT today at info@nwibrt.org or call at 219-226-0300 to learn more about participating.
REGISTER NOW!

Meet the General Contractor Webinar Series - Advanced Engineering Services
2020-12-16 11:30 - 12:00 | IN
Advanced Engineering Services

NWIBRT members will have a new way to connect with contractors and owners. The FREE web series called “Meet the Owner/General Contractor” will provide attendees a one-on-one platform to learn about NWI contractors, make new contacts, and learn about new projects. Participating is easy, convenient, and just might kickstart your next big idea.
Each session will be hosted by a different NWIBRT member contractor that will put together a panel of company leaders who will speak to their areas of expertise. Panels will be followed up with a live Q&A session. These sessions will be online (GoToWebinar) and will run 30 minutes beginning at 11:30am and ending at Noon.

This week’s panel:
Akhtar (Art) Zaman – Principal Engineer
Jose Vargas – Project Manager
Caitlynn Hunt – Staff Specialist

Contact NWIBRT today at info@nwibrt.org or call at 219-226-0300 to learn more about participating.
REGISTER NOW!

Meet the General Contractor Webinar Series - ACMS Group
2020-12-02 11:30 - 12:00 | IN
ACMS Group

NWIBRT members will have a new way to connect with contractors and owners. The FREE web series called “Meet the Owner/General Contractor” will provide attendees a one-on-one platform to learn about NWI contractors, make new contacts, and learn about new projects. Participating is easy, convenient, and just might kickstart your next big idea.
Each session will be hosted by a different NWIBRT member contractor that will put together a panel of company leaders who will speak to their areas of expertise. Panels will be followed up with a live Q&A session. These sessions will be online (GoToWebinar) and will run 30 minutes beginning at 11:30am and ending at Noon.

This week’s panel:
Nicole Bilik – Why ACMS Group?
John Gogolak – ACMS over the past 25 years
Dave Poland – Grinder Safety
Ericka Fischer – The importance of having third party inspectors
Jim DePaoli, President – Will address the Q & A portion of the presentation.
Contact NWIBRT today at info@nwibrt.org or call at 219-226-0300 to learn more about participating.
REGISTER NOW!

DOT Supervisor Drug & Alcohol Awareness Training
2020-11-23 09:00 - 11:00 | Construction Advancement Foundation, 6050 Southport Road, Portage, IN, 46368, United States
Please see the attached flyer in regards to the upcoming BCRC/Perspectives DOT Supervisory Training being offered on November 23. The class starts promptly at 9:00 a.m. Supervisors training is encouraged, please try to attend!
With this being a tricky time for all trades, we want to ensure that everyone is keeping up with current BCRC policies and procedures. We will cover reasonable suspicion and the proper steps to follow to keep job sites safe. This is beneficial to Supervisors, Managers, Foreman, Business Agents, etc.
Please be sure to RSVP back to the BCRC Office by emailing: info@bcrcnet.com if you or anyone from your Company/Local would like to attend. Keep in mind this will be the last set of classes until next spring!
Space is limited! We want to make sure we have enough food for everyone!
11-23-20 DOT SUPERVISOR TRAINING FLIER
ALSO! There are still BCRC Banners available for job sites and the NEW BCRC Policy books if you haven’t gotten them already. Let us know what you need!
This seminar is provided at no cost to you in our continuing effort to keep you informed by BCRC and your (EAP) Employee Assistance Program.
TRAINING WILL BE HELD ON:
Monday Morning
NOV. 23, 2020 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Due to the recent changes in Porter County regarding COVID-19, we have created a Zoom meeting for the DOT Supervisor Training.
We will NOT be holding an in person session for the Non-DOT Supervisor Training or the DOT Supervisor Training since Porter County currently has a “red” status.
Check your inbox for the updated Zoom link for the meeting.
We apologize for the last minute change, but we hope that more people are able to attend since we will be doing this online. Any questions, let us know!

Meet the General Contractor Webinar Series - Larson-Danielson Construction Company
2020-11-18 11:30 - 12:00 | IN
Larson-Danielson Construction Company

NWIBRT members will have a new way to connect with contractors and owners. The FREE web series called “Meet the Owner/General Contractor” will provide attendees a one-on-one platform to learn about NWI contractors, make new contacts, and learn about new projects. Participating is easy, convenient, and just might kickstart your next big idea.
Each session will be hosted by a different NWIBRT member contractor that will put together a panel of company leaders who will speak to their areas of expertise. Panels will be followed up with a live Q&A session. These sessions will be online (GoToWebinar) and will run 30 minutes beginning at 11:30am and ending at Noon.

This week’s panel:
Tim Larson, President
Company overview/history, philosophy, and services
Tony Oss, Director
Design build services, preconstruction, review of recent projects
Jonathan Foglesong, Head of Estimating
Estimating department review, procedures, overall approach
David Merkel, Vice President
Project management, FSG and Safety
Contact NWIBRT today at info@nwibrt.org or call at 219-226-0300 to learn more about participating.
REGISTER NOW!

Non-DOT Supervisor Drug & Alcohol Awareness Training
2020-11-17 09:00 - 11:00 | Construction Advancement Foundation, 6050 Southport Road, Portage, IN, 46368, United States
Please see the attached flyer in regards to the upcoming BCRC/Perspectives Non-DOT Supervisory Trainings being offered on November 17. The class starts promptly at 9:00 a.m. Supervisors training is encouraged, please try to attend!
With this being a tricky time for all trades, we want to ensure that everyone is keeping up with current BCRC policies and procedures. We will cover reasonable suspicion and the proper steps to follow to keep job sites safe. This is beneficial to Supervisors, Managers, Foreman, Business Agents, etc.
Please be sure to RSVP back to the BCRC Office by emailing: info@bcrcnet.com if you or anyone from your Company/Local would like to attend. Keep in mind this will be the last set of classes until next spring!
Space is limited! We want to make sure we have enough food for everyone!
11-17-20 NON-DOT SUPERVISOR TRAINING FLIER
ALSO! There are still BCRC Banners available for job sites and the NEW BCRC Policy books if you haven’t gotten them already. Let us know what you need!
This seminar is provided at no cost to you in our continuing effort to keep you informed by BCRC and your (EAP) Employee Assistance Program.
TRAINING WILL BE HELD ON:
Tuesday Morning
NOV. 17, 2020 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Due to the recent changes in Porter County regarding COVID-19, we have created a Zoom meeting for the Non-DOT Supervisor Training.
We will NOT be holding an in person session for the Non-DOT Supervisor Training or the DOT Supervisor Training since Porter County currently has a “red” status.
Check your inbox for the updated Zoom link for the meeting.
We apologize for the last minute change, but we hope that more people are able to attend since we will be doing this online. Any questions, let us know!

Meet the General Contractor Webinar Series - The Pangere Corporation
2020-10-22 11:30 - 12:00 | IN
The Pangere Corporation

NWIBRT members will have a new way to connect with contractors and owners. Starting Thursday, October 22, NWIBRT will be premiering a new FREE web series called “Meet the Owner/General Contractor,” which will provide attendees a one-on-one platform to learn about NWI contractors, make new contacts, and learn about new projects.
Each session will be hosted by a different NWIBRT member contractor that will put together a panel of company leaders who will speak to their areas of expertise. Panels will be followed up with a live Q&A session. These sessions will be online (GoToWebinar) and will run 30 minutes beginning at 11:30am and ending at Noon.

This week’s panel:
Steve Pangere
President
Company overview and discussion of recent construction industry trends and transformations.
Tony Pangere
Vice President & Safety Director
An overview of operations, including pre-engineered metal building, structural, painting, and metal roofing, and siding divisions.
Don Hancock
Safety Manager
Corporate safety. Specific emphasis on healthcare subjects, including infection control, fire stopping, and door safety.
Mary Sola
Governance Officer
Administration of customer contract documents. Crucial contract requirements that have a significant influence on the outcome of a project for the general contractor and its subcontractors.
Debbie Carollo
Controller
How technology has integrated the construction process. Streamlining accounting functions and gaining efficiencies. How field personnel are helping to drive the process.
Contact NWIBRT today at info@nwibrt.org or call at 219-226-0300 to learn more about participating.
REGISTER NOW!

ConFLUsed: What are the differences between Covid-19 and the seasonal flu?
2020-10-09 12:00 - 13:00 | IN
With the flu season rapidly approaching it’s important to recognize the differences between the influenza virus and the COVID-19 virus.
About this Event
Join us for an informative webinar as Dr. Erica Kaufman West, Infectious Disease specialist at Franciscan Health, discusses the differences between the influenza virus and SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. She will review the geography and seasonality of the viruses, the symptoms as well as the prevention and treatment options.
The presentation will include:
Why seasonal influenza virus strains change each year
A review of the various prevention
techniques for influenza and SARS-CoV-2
Tips to help recover from both viral illnesses
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ERICA KAUFMAN WEST
Dr. Erica Kaufman West serves as the Director of the Franciscan Health COVID response team and the local principle investigator for the Eli Lilly BLAZE-1 trial, a study looking HIV.
Dr. Kaufman West earned her medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C. and completed her residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA.

The NWIBRT Hard Hat Charity Golf Outing
2020-09-18 07:00 - 09:00 | White Hawk Country Club, 1001 White Hawk Dr., Crown Point, IN, 46307, United States
One Stop, Twice the Benefits
Market your company, do some networking, have some fun, raise money for charity, and support safety education – all by sponsoring one event.
Two premier golf outings are joining forces for a day of business networking, charity, and fundraising for NWI safety initiatives: the NWIBRT Golf Outing and the Hard Hat Charity Golf Outing. This gives your company double the opportunity to stand out and support amazing nonprofits.
The outing will take place on Friday, September 18th at the White Hawk Country Club in Crown Point and is a joint effort between the Northwest Indiana Business RoundTable (NWIBRT), the Northwest Indiana Building and Construction Trades Council, and the Construction Advancement Foundation (CAF).
This event sells out fast!
Golfers will enjoy VIP privileges, good eats, and great drinks. Sign up now for access to the most entertaining business event of the year.

Registration begins at 7:00 A.M.
Shotgun Start is at 9:00 A.M.

NWIBRT Safety Committee Meeting
2020-09-01 08:00 - 09:00 | Construction Advancement Foundation, 6050 Southport Road, Portage, IN, 46368, United States
We had a Whoops moment yesterday and mistakenly sent the wrong location for the next NWIBRT safety meeting. We’re very sorry for the mix up. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me at 219-226-0300.

Construction & Maintenance Webinar
2020-08-20 11:30 - 12:00 | IN
REMEDIATING GROUND WATER AND WHAT’S NEW
If your construction projects ever need groundwater solutions, this webinar is a must-attend! This 30-minute webinar will help educate you on how to control the risks associated with construction dewatering, water treatment, and groundwater control.

Learn New Technologies & Methods
Common Contaminants Encountered
Temporary Treatment System
Question & Answers

Who should attend?
Owners | Contractors | Subcontractors
Engineers | Estimators | Project Mangers
Free for all NWIBRT Members
Webinar will be 30 min. Q&A included.

Non-DOT Supervisor Drug & Alcohol Awareness Training
2020-07-28 16:00 - 18:30 | Construction Advancement Foundation, 6050 Southport Road, Portage, IN, 46368, United States
This seminar is provided at no cost to you in our continuing effort to keep you informed by
BCRC and your (EAP) Employee Assistance Program.
TRAINING WILL BE HELD ON:
Tuesday Evening
July 28, 2020 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
CAF TRAINING BUILDING
6050 SOUTHPORT ROAD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
PLEASE CALL BCRC (219) 764-9500 to reserve your spot now.
Space is Limited!
Tacos will be served.

Reliability Committee Meeting
2020-06-09 10:30 - 12:00, 2020-05-13 10:30 - 12:00, 2020-04-08 10:30 - 12:00 | Construction Advancement Foundation, 6050 Southport Road, Portage, IN, 46368, United States
Interested in joining? Sign up here.

NWIBRT Education Committee Meeting
2020-04-16 08:00 - 17:00, 2020-03-19 08:00 - 17:00 | Construction Advancement Foundation, 6050 Southport Road, Portage, IN, 46368, United States

2020 Brackets & Brews Networking Event
2020-03-19 11:00 - 16:00 | Catch Table & Tap, 500 E 81st Ave, Merrillville, IN, 46410, United States
Catch Table & Tap
500 E 81st Ave, Merrillville, IN
Get to know more business leaders than ever as NWIBRT, CAF– and the RDC partner to bring together developers, business owners, financial institutions, economic development professionals and contractors for a day of networking, sports entertainment and good times. Food and drinks will be provided!
