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Welcome to the first issue of the Construction Business Institute (“CBI”) monthly newsletter. Here we’ll share information on our contractor-designed continuing education seminars, business development opportunities, and news from our most trusted partners in the construction industry.
We invite you to visit our website and social media pages to learn more about how we provide practical, on-the-go resources for the Kansas City construction community.
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Becoming a Tier 1 and 2 Contractor
Thursday, February 23rd, 5:30-7:30 pm
Scaling a construction company to a Tier 1 and 2 company requires organization, consistency, and trust-based relationships. Come hear industry experts from JE Dunn, Turner, and Alexander Mechanical share how they recruit, measure performance, and develop long term relationships with their subcontractors. These experts will also share information on how to view and bid on their upcoming opportunities.
The cost to attend the class is $25 per person in advance and $30 at registration. Registration and dinner will be available at 5:00 pm and the seminar will start promptly at 5:30 pm.
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Collection Essentials: Understanding Mechanic's Liens
Thursday, March 23rd, 5:30-7:30 pm
Learn how to utilize mechanic's liens as a collection tool in your business. Join us as we articulate the importance of preserving lien and bond rights and the purpose of lien waivers, as well as identify and give examples of problem lien waivers and relevant contract language. Participants will gain a practical understanding of the role that lien and bond rights play in the construction process, become more proficient at analyzing lien waivers and preserving rights.
The cost to attend the class is $25 per person in advance and $30 at registration. Registration and dinner will be available at 5:00 pm and the seminar will start promptly at 5:30 pm.
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"I have been waiting on a specialized program to help me work through the business challenges I face with my construction company and for mentors to serve as hands on accountability partners. I look forward to staying involved in CBI; I'll probably be at every class!"
-- Marcella G.
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Stay Tuned!
Stay tuned for the launch of our website, where contractors can register for classes, access business videos, and view and post office space and job opportunities.
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AltCap's Diversified Contractor Growth Fund
The Diversified Contractor Growth Fund is specifically designed to assist M/WBE certified contractors in the commercial construction industry. Loans provided through the DCGF are meant to increase M/WBE's financial capacity to bid on and perform public and private contract work. Complete a Company Profile to determine your eligibility.
For more information about criteria or applying for a DCGF loan, contact Davin Gordon at (816) 216-1851, ext. 2 or email him here.
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Turner Advanced School of Construction Management
The Turner School of Construction Management is a free, nationally recognized education and community outreach program designed for Small, Disadvantaged, Minority-Owned, Women-Owned, and Veteran-Owned businesses in the commercial construction industry. Initiated in 1969, the program has become a trusted opportunity for firms to improve their economic viability by enhancing their managerial, technical and administrative skills, as well as develop strategic business relationships throughout the industry. For 10 years in a row, Turner has awarded over $1 billion annually to minority- and women-owned business nationally, and locally, Turner-KC has awarded well over $350 million to minority and women owned business in the metro area. Register for one of the last five remaining seats here!
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U.S. Dept. of Transportation Bonding Education Program
Register for the US Department of Transportation (DOT) Bonding Education Program (BEP) 1 1/2 day seminar on February 16-17, 2017. This is an opportunity designed for certified contractors in need of obtaining and/or increasing their bond capacity and obtaining project lending.
This is a free seminar and continental breakfast(s) and lunch will be provided. To RSVP and for more information, visit the registration page here.
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Thank you to the CBI Partners!
  
 
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