As many of you know, last June BATC branded its advocacy program as Housing First Minnesota. We recognized that our name is incredibly important and that it should reflect the broader scope of our work. We quickly gained overwhelming acceptance as legislators, regulators, media and prospective members instinctively responded to this clear statement and our voice. Looking to the future, it only made sense to take the next step as an association and ensure all of our constituencies and audiences can clearly see our commitment to our industry. As of 2018, we are officially renaming our organization BATC-Housing First Minnesota. This new name lets us leverage the power of both our brands while clearly stating what we have known for some time, that BATC-Housing First Minnesota is
the leading voice for Minnesota’s builders, remodelers and the housing industry as a whole.
3 Things You Need to Know1. 481 New Homes and 63 Remodeled Homes! The Spring Parade of Homes will feature 481 homes and the Remodelers Showcase will feature 63. Who's excited for the tour? 2. Still time to book a booth! Don't miss the show. Book your BRS booth today. Details here >> 3. Member Benefit! Our Contractor University regular courses cost 20 percent less for BATC-Housing First Minnesota members. Details here >>
BATC-Housing First Minnesota News
BATC-Housing First MN Related HeadlinesA Construction Boom is Shaping Up for 2018
All signs indicate that 2018 will be a big year in the construction industry, CNBC staffer Diana Olick reports. Read more >>
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Now Recruiting For Our Ambassador Committee!
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The BATC-Housing First Minnesota Ambassador Committee (formerly the Membership Committee) is actively recruiting new members to serve with us. We are looking for individuals who are committed to serving and passionate about the benefits of a BATC-Housing First Minnesota membership. In order to join this committee, you must have held your membership for at least one year and have attended a minimum of three association events. Members with any questions about joining the Ambassador Committee can be directed to Member Services Manager, Heather Griffis, or Director of Membership, Kristina Mahler.
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Elliot's 2018 Economic Forecast
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Read Elliot Eisenberg's latest blog on what he predicts for the economy in 2018. "The combination of solid, widespread global growth; strong labor markets; low inflation; improving commodity prices; a slightly weaker dollar; and continued easy monetary policy from most central banks sets the stage for a good year." - Elliot Eisenberg, Economist
Hear more from Elliot at our Launch Party highlighted below!
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Launch Into 2018 With Us!Thursday, Jan. 18, 2018 | 4:30 pm | A’bulae Join us for the annual induction of our Board of Directors and the BATC Foundation Board of Directors, and hear about the future of the building industry from economist Elliot Eisenburg!
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Get Your CE Credits!MN CONTRACTORS • MN REALTORS • MN BUILDING OFFICIALS • WI CONTRACTORS If you are taking courses for continuing education credits, or just coming to learn, you’ll gain useful and practical knowledge that you can apply to your job or business. - 20+ classroom courses to Select - January to March
- New! Seven-hour online course
– take it any time!
- 20+e Instructors
- Reduced registration prices for BATC-Housing First Minnesota members
- Lunch Included with all full-day courses
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An Exclusive Fundraiser for the BATC-Housing First Minnesota Foundation!Saturday, Feb. 3, 2018 | 8:00 am–3:00 pm Spend the morning riding in a luxury motor coach to four spectacular homes in the Twin Cities followed by a special lunch and reception at the historic Lafayette Club in Minnetonka Beach hosted by NFL Alumni including Darrell Thompson, Matt Blair and Kurt Knoff. $200 per ticket | Proceeds benefit the BATC-Housing First Minnesota Foundation and NFL Alumni
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Are You Hiring? Need Workers?Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2018 | Mall of America Rotunda |12–4 PM Reserve Your Booth at the 6th Annual Housing Industry Career Fair! Get your booth now at this popular, highly visible and convenient location! Booth spaces are already 50 percent sold.
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Numbering All 481 New Homes and 63 Remodeled!
Home numbering for the spring Parade of Homes Twin Cities is an art and a science! Casey, our creative services & tech coordinator, takes regions, cities, neighborhoods and highways into consideration when numbering. Parade Builders and Remodelers: Check your inboxes for your home number assignments for this spring's tour!
Upcoming Calendar of BATC Events
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2018
January 10
- Local Government Issues Working Group
January 18
- Launch Party [Register]
January 23
- Designing and Building the Residential Exterior Wall Envelope [Register]
January 25
- Contractor University: EPA Lead Renovator Initial Course (7 hours) [Register]
January 30
- Contractor University: Seven hours of CE courses [Register]
February 1
- Contractor University: Exterior Envelope, Energy, Drones and More (7 hours) [Register]
February 3
- NFL Alumni Artisan Home Tour [Register]
February 6
- Contractor University: Seven hours of CE courses [Register]
February 27
- Designing and Building the Residential Exterior Wall Envelope [Register]
March 6
- Contractor University: Seven hours of CE courses [Register]
March 13
- Contractor University: Seven hours of CE courses [Register]
April 12
- Builders and Remodelers Show (BRS) [Details] For a complete list of events, visit our website at www.batc.org
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