Master Builders of Iowa

Jerod J. Engler, Bush Construction Company. A chapter is only as strong as its members. This program strengthens everyone.

John Martin, Graham Construction. Builds both the company and chapter succession plan. Keeps organizations not just alive but vibrant!

Keefe Gaherty, Conlon Construction. Leaders are first and foremost, communicators. If our members can’t speak effectively, how can they lead effectively? This program dramatically raises communication skills and confidence to a whole new level.

Daniel Pottratz, Newman Brothers. Now, our industry has 24 more professional managers.

Ross Dix, Ball Construction. Propels members into leaders! It also sets a good example for non-members and makes them think, “I wanna join!”

Chad White, Russell Construction. Great program for the chapter. It improves individual communication skills and fosters better communication skills across a broad spectrum of the industry.

Brandon Scholborg, Cardinal Construction. Makes you think about how you can serve/lead within the chapter, which keeps the organization strong.

Chris Smith, Carl A Nelson & Company. Grooms the future leaders of our industry. Prepares members for volunteer leadership opportunities.

Steve Wilson, McComas-Lacino Construction. Assures that our future industry leaders have the essential tools for success. Actual training, not just covering topics.

Paul Kalb, Conlon Construction. I pull out the small pocket booklets at stop lights! This was a fun and interesting class.

Justin Grager, Russell Construction. I have gained new confidence speaking in front of groups. I’m a better listener now. I can remember names and hopefully have become a better leader to those around me. Great teambuilding at the dinners.

Jason Ceretti, Edge Construction. Showed me how to creates positive relationships faster and think better under pressure.

Alyssa Bowman, Star Equipment. Now I know how to manage and control any anxious feelings while leading groups. One important aspect is being better able to relate to people. I found that the advice on small-talk was helpful.

Chad Halupnick, The Weitz Company. Taught me some great skills to hone my leadership skills. It also helped me recognize areas I didn’t use very well. I really enjoyed all the interaction too.

Patrick McClain, Northwest Steel Erection. Makes a huge positive change in our work and our personal lives.

Kevin Hodgen, WA Klinger. Issues develop where there is poor communications. These leadership techniques are critical to workplace morale, organization and effectiveness.

Tony Schmalz, Redstone Painting. Helped me slow down and be a better listener. Also helped me not be so direct and commanding. So much more can be done with leadership skills than dictating.

Joel Veenstra, Baker Construction. The once a month schedule with assignments gave me time to absorb and reflect on the material. The topics were basic but unique to other leadership courses I have taken. I think polishing the basics was what I needed to improve my leadership style.

Steve Watson, Henkel Construction. Wonderfully organized. Each session reinforced and built on the previous one. Undoubtedly the best training our chapter ever offered.

Mike Yilek, Cedar Valley Steel. This class I believe was the best course I have ever taken.  I have told so many people about this class.  I feel that I have truly benefited from attending.  I have made some new friends and learned some great techniques to help myself along my career.  It makes me want to become more involved with our chapter.

Ryan Hoenicke, MBI. Showed me how to be a better speaker and lead groups. Built 24 new relationships with people that will one day be running their current company or their own.

Dave Peterson, Ball Construction Services.  Life changing.  Professionally, but more importantly on a personal level.  Confidence grows each session with the activities.  Exercises are applicable every day.  I will never be the same person again.  The skill set I have now is something that has positively affected me but also those I touch daily.

Amy Fetters, The Weitz Company. The program opened my eyes to my weaknesses and strengths.  It offered me great insight and opportunity to work on those weaknesses.  Last but certainly not least, the friendships and relationships I have developed by learning who and what our association truly is and the comradely developed will carry me into the future. Thanks for offering this opportunity.

Jim O'Brien, Heartland Finishes, Inc. It's unfortunate I can only express the need for this program in a few sentences. This changed my professional lifestyle. Anybody that does NOT take this program will be leaps and bounds behind their competition.           

Kirk Conklin, Seedorff Masonry, Inc.  Leaders are built, just like buildings, from the ground up.  This program allowed me to garner the skills necessary to become a leader.  I will use these skills for personal and professional advancement.  Thank you AGC!

Mark Hasek, Graham Construction. I left the class with a great deal of respect for the little gold card principles. I've learned to respect people more, leading them, not pushing. Very constructive feedback that is so good and helped each individual improve.

Chad Bunner, Neumann Brothers, Inc.  Ken Bradford is a true scholar in the topic of listening, speaking and human relationships. The ability to care as truly and thoughtfully as Ken has with this group over the past five months is a testament to this course.  I would recommend this to all up and coming chapter leaders, as well as current long-term experienced members.  Thank you Scott for bringing Ken to the class and Ken for teaching me all that you have.  This course will last a life time and surely bring reoccurring tactics and principles to our daily lives.

Dave Leonhart, Cardinal Construction Inc.  Far and away the best group learning session I have been involved with.  A great opportunity to meet with and learn from a group of industry peers.  Ken Bradford took everyone’s speaking and leadership skills to a new level.

Jeff Stickfort, Vieth Construction Co.  This is a “must have” course for entry to upper management. This thought provoking class lets us step aside from the daily grind and review/ learn the small things that allow us to be better leaders, managers, communicators and chapter leaders.

Mike Welter, Story Construction Co.  I became a student of “leadership”.  Leadership is a subject that bombards us daily.  Through the program I have honed skills and acquired tools that have helped me grow both as a leader as well as a person.

Casey Port, Hubbell Construction.  After completion of this class, you will be able to think on your feet and speak to any group with complete confidence.  You will gain friendships and expand your communication strengths, both professionally and personally.  You will not be disappointed --- this class is worth your time.

Kendall Meyeraan, Welker Construction Company, Inc.  This course was very beneficial!  It has improved my self-confidence, communication skills, and help me recognize (and pull-out) my leadership abilities.  The value of this course cannot be understated.  Ken Bradford not only taught us, he truly cares about us and believed in us.
          
Brad Best, Peters Construction Corporation. I do not think I can briefly explain what I got out of this class. I do not know if you can honestly measure the impact. It is a must for present and upcoming leaders who could benefit from increasing their speaking skills, leadership skills, and overall capabilities.

Tom Quinn, Builders Sales & Service. Challenged me to be my best. I can state in no uncertain terms that the skills I learned during this program will stay with me for many years to come.
                                              
John Taylor, Hubbell Construction. Excellent. It pushes you to a new level of professional and personal development.

 Melissa Driskell, Regency Commercial Services. I gained techniques and skills that I now use daily. I can more effectively run meetings and collect information specifically pertaining to agendas. I developed the confidence to get 'out of the box' when speaking. Thank you!

Jamie Rochleau, Story Construction Co. A real confidence builder!                           

Nate Carney, Dean Snyder Construction. No matter how comfortable you think you are with public-speaking, you will become even more so with this class.
           
Eric Simon, The Weitz Company. Helped me become a better listener and I'm on my way to becoming an excellent listener! I've also learned to consider silence before criticizing or complaining.
                                              
Tug Denotter, Allied construction Services. Enough time to improve your life personally and professionally. I feel more confident. I recommend this class to anyone trying to get ahead.
                       
Brad Axdahl, TrueNorth. Excellent techniques and tools that will be valuable to me personally and professionally.
                                                                            
Kory Carty, Cardinal Construction, Inc. Taught me that being a good leader comes from being a very effective listener. This program will make anyone a better person, not only at work but in their personal life.
                                            
Kevin W. Clemens, Neumann Brothers, Inc. I wish I would have had these tools earlier in my career.
                                     
Joel Purcell, Russell Construction. The Best (of several) leadership courses I have ever participated in, by far. Very open honest communications. Also, huge camaraderie developed through the program.

Nate Burgood, Architectural Wall Systems. Great for getting people out of their shell and becoming much better at leaders.
                                             
Steve Marso, Whitfield & Eddy. I did not know what to expect. I had the idea this leadership class would be a waste of time. It was extremely helpful and made me realize that traits I thought were unalterable we’re skills that you learn through practice and concentration. I came into this class nervous and hesitant and walked out confident.          
                                                   
Mike Ernster, Russell Construction. Goes a long way towards moving someone beyond what they learned in school to being a leader - someone who can not only do but who can lead, teach and persuade.