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Training is scheduled for May 1, 2026 in the West Bend area. This program helps contractors train the competent person and workers. Although the responsibility for designating a competent person is
Training is scheduled for May 1, 2026 in the West Bend area.
This program helps contractors train the competent person and workers. Although the responsibility for designating a competent person is the sole responsibility of the contractor, this program is designed to simplify the task by providing participants with the information and training needed to become a competent person.
The program covers:
Attendees will receive training materials relating to the Excavation Standard. Attendees successfully completing this course will receive a wallet-sized certification card.
Location will be secured once the minimum attendance numbers are reached. Confirmations will be sent out at that time. Class can be cancelled up to 2 weeks prior due to low registration numbers.
West Bend Area
tue05may2:30 pm4:00 pmCrew Dynamics: Building Better Teams$499.0015 Tickets Left
Back by popular demand! An online, four-part virtual series. Understanding and successfully managing team dynamics is critical for success in today’s environment. This four-part virtual series will provide participants with the
Back by popular demand! An online, four-part virtual series.
Understanding and successfully managing team dynamics is critical for success in today’s environment. This four-part virtual series will provide participants with the tools needed to navigate the complexities of team interactions and will provide insights on how to foster a positive team culture. Each interactive session will dive into the characteristics, challenges, and strategies associated with each stage of team development (Forming, Storming, Norming and Performing), providing practical tools to enhance team collaboration and effectiveness. The virtual, Zoom sessions are outlined below. This will be an interactive course; participation will be encouraged and expected. To fully participate in each course, you will need to be at a computer or device that allows cameras to be on and audio enabled for group interaction.
Who Should Attend: Crew Leaders | Foreman | Project Supervisors | Project Managers | Office Managers
Cost: $499 per person
Session 1: Forming: Define the current state & uncover the best path forward.
Team members come together, establishing the groundwork for their collaboration and setting the structure for future work. In this session, participants will learn about the key traits and behaviors of team members while building awareness of common team and business challenges, such as uncertainty, lack of trust, and differing expectations. They will also explore strategies to address these challenges and lay the foundation for a positive team culture.
Date: May 5, 2026
Time: 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. CDT
Session 2: Storming: Unify your team. Not everyone thinks or acts the same – which, is your biggest advantage.
Session two will identify common conflicts and power struggles that arise from differing personalities and perspectives, which can affect team dynamics. They will explore effective conflict resolution strategies to help teams navigate challenges and disagreements, and discuss ways to create an open environment that promotes communication and collaboration.
Date: May 12, 2026
Time: 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. CDT
Session 3: Norming: Activate the behaviors that bring you to the next level.
In session three, participants will work on increasing cohesion, trust, and collaboration among team members. They will reinforce the importance of shared norms to strengthen team strategy and explore techniques for encouraging new perspectives, ensuring that all team members feel valued and engaged.
Date: May 19, 2026
Time: 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. CDT
Session 4: Performing: Sustain a highly performing team.
In the final session, participants will examine the key traits of high-performing teams—such as effective communication, mutual support, and shared accountability—and understand how these traits contribute to achieving team goals. They will also identify strategies for sustaining momentum and fostering continuous improvement within the team, with a focus on goal-setting, feedback mechanisms, and celebrating successes.
Date: June 2, 2026
Time: 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. CDT
fri08may7:30 am3:00 pmForeman Fundamentals 2026$225.0023 Tickets Left
Construction foremen play a critical role in successful construction sites. They act as leaders and managers on complex construction sites; provide communications between the field and the home office and
Construction foremen play a critical role in successful construction sites. They act as leaders and managers on complex construction sites; provide communications between the field and the home office and are often on the front line with the customers. Being a successful foreman requires skill. This person is an individual who not only produces a high-quality final product, but also one who is profitable, productive, and personable.
Who Should Attend:
What You Will Learn:
This course counts for 7 hours of Unpaid Related Instruction (URI)!
Course Session Time: 7:30 – 3:00 p.m.
Instructor(s): Bill Rozga, Trade Talk LLC
Refreshments and lunch will be provided.
Registration Fee: $225 Members & Apprentices
Trade Talk, LLC
ABC of Wisconsin
5330 Wall St., Madison, WI 53718
fri15may5:30 pm2026 Apprenticeship Graduation Banquet
Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin is proud to announce the graduation of more than 350 apprentices for 2025 and will celebrate with an in-person graduation banquet on Friday, May
Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin is proud to announce the graduation of more than 350 apprentices for 2025 and will celebrate with an in-person graduation banquet on Friday, May 15, 2026 at the Glacier Canyon Conference Center in Wisconsin Dells.
Apprentices are trained through a combination of on-the-job-training and classroom instruction. ABC of Wisconsin is a statewide construction association representing more than 1,100 construction companies, material suppliers, manufacturers and other construction-related firms.
Glacier Canyon Conference Center
45 Hillman Road, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
wed20may2:30 pm3:30 pmThree Profit Killers in Construction (and how to fix them)$25.00 Ticket Left
What You’ll Learn Sales are up. Jobs are coming in. But there’s still not enough money left over. Many construction companies grow bigger… but
Sales are up. Jobs are coming in. But there’s still not enough money left over.
Many construction companies grow bigger… but lose profits. Cash feels tight. Stress goes up. Owners work longer hours.
The solution isn’t working harder, getting more jobs, or trying harder.
In this webinar, you’ll learn:
And most importantly — what to do about it that you can implement right away.
If you want steady profit, less stress, and a business that doesn’t feel out of control, this session is for you.
DAAXIT
Online
wed27may7:00 am1:00 pmQualified Rigger & Crane Signal Person Training (Green Bay)
This 6-hour class: – Meets OSHA qualification standard for rigging and signal person – Includes written and practical training and testing – Qualification compliance card issued upon successful completion Facility will
This 6-hour class:
– Meets OSHA qualification standard for rigging and signal person
– Includes written and practical training and testing
– Qualification compliance card issued upon successful completion
Facility will be secured once minimum attendance number is reached. Confirmations will be sent out at that time to all registered attendees.
Green Bay Area
Green Bay, WI
