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About MBI

The Master Builders of Iowa is the recognized leader of the construction industry in the State of Iowa. Founded in 1912, the MBI is one of over 100 chapters of the Associated General Contractors of America, the most influential and widely respected construction association in the country. MBI's 2300 plus members perform the majority of the state's commercial, industrial and public works building projects. The Association provides its members with a comprehensive array of educational, safety, environmental, labor, legal, and professional development and legislative services.

Master Builders of Iowa has been the recipient of the Large Chapter of the Year Award presented by the AGC of America. This is the most prestigious award that the National AGCA bestows upon the Chapter that best exhibits the tenets of the AGGA: skill, responsibility and integrity. Applications are judged by a National Committee of judges comprised of AGCA Executive Committee members, National Officers and Chapter peers. The competition for the award is always very rigorous among the 98 Chapters of the AGCA, located in every state of the Union, including Puerto Rico.

Mission Statement
MBI's mission is to be the essential resource for improving member performance and promoting a business environment favorable to the construction industry.

The year 2012 marks the 100th anniversary of the Master Builders of Iowa. A century of individuals have guided our Association with a firm commitment to the industry and vision for the future. The years have developed a strong tradition of MBI members giving of themselves to contribute their time, talent and energy to the Association. This tradition of dedicated leadership and time honored commitment to the industry is the cornerstone of our organization.

To acknowledge and recognize this milestone, a compilation of one-hundred “Did You Know” facts and accomplishments over the course of a century are presented in this publication. Our sincere thanks and gratitude to all the members, who over the course of time, have shaped and molded this Association into what it is today and what it continues to be for generations to come. CLICK HERE to read the 100 year publication.

2012 Board of Directors

  • Alan Koch, Henning Construction, Chairman of the Board
  • Jim Russell, Russell Construction Co., Vice Chairman
  • Scott Friauf, Rinderknecht Associates, Treasurer
  • Steve Hauschilt, Graham Construction Co., Secretary
  • Mike Gawley, Oakview Dck, Immediate Past Chairman
  • Matt Davis, Neumann Brothers, Inc., MB EYE on the Future Representative
  • Steve Ferguson, Breiholz Construction Co.
  • Chuck Follett, Allied Construction Services, Inc.
  • Tim Seibert, Carl A. Nelson & Company
  • Steve Skold, Skold Construction Services
  • Steve Swanson, Swanson Construction Co.
  • Gary Schmit, Henkel Construction Co.
  • Mike Simpson, Neumann Brothers, Inc. 

2012 Associate Council  

  • Chuck Follett, Allied Construction Services, Inc., Chair
  • Craig Breitbach, Cedar Valley Steel, Inc.
  • Marte Cook, Stetson Building Products Inc.
  • Jim Giese, Jim Giese Commercial Roofing, Inc.
  • Doug Kumm, Baker Group
  • Steve Marso, Whitfield & Eddy, PLC
  • Cliff Mohling, Pospisil Painting Inc.
  • Shaun O’Tool, Northwest Steel Erection Co., Inc.
  • Devin Pipkin, TrueNorth Companies, L.C.
  • Ron Shannon, Forrest & Associate Inc.
  • Steve Skold, Skold Construction Services Inc.