FROM THE PRESIDENT

include entry to a VIP reception, preferred seating, and a glass of champagne at the show. Don’t wait to pick yours up!

March Networking Night is coming up next week on Tuesday (3/28) from 4-6pm and will be hosted by Tulip Tree Studios at their office in Stewartville. Thanks in advance to Tulip Tree for hosting. I encourage everyone to bring a colleague or a friend to attend and enjoy some hors d’oeuvres and refreshments as we network and celebrate Tulip Tree turning 10!

Thanks to those members who took time out of their day to represent us at the Builder Day at the Capitol on March 8th. It sounds like they had productive meetings and met with new legislators in the RAB territory who may not know who we are. It’s a great way for elected officials to meet with constituents in our industry so they know who to reach out to when they have questions.

Happy Spring everyone! It’s nice to finally see the snow receding and days getting longer as we look towards an active and prosperous construction season. The Spring Showcase of Homes is an exciting time of year for our builders to highlight their talents and the hard work they put in during the winter months. As a reminder, this year’s Spring Showcase will be two upcoming weekends; April 15-16, and April 22-23 from Noon – 5 pm. If you’re interested in more information on this year’s entries, information is available on the RAB website, or you can contact Elizabeth at the RAB office.

Also, right around the corner is Studs, Struts & Stilettos which is scheduled April 20th. Tickets are available now and can be purchased on RAB’s website. It’s a great event, designed to showcase the creativity of our members and our community, while raising funds to support Two Rivers Habitat for Humanity. This year, all designs will be inspired by a Broadway production – I’m looking forward to seeing everyone’s creativity on display. If you really want to make a night out of it, consider picking up some VIP tickets which

Our job shadow program with the Kasson Mantorville carpentry class has been a huge success over the years. Our next opportunity to host a student (or multiple students) is Wednesday, March 3rd from 8:45am – 11:45am. If you are interested in sharing more about the industry and specifically your line of work with a potential hire down the road, contact Rebekah and she’ll set you up.

On a personal note, my wife and I are now one month away from our due date and anxiously awaiting the arrival of our first kiddo! If you don’t see me at some of the upcoming events, it’s probably because I’m adjusting to all of the new changes coming my way, but I hope to be back to regular attendance soon!

Jason Scrimshaw, P.E. Kimley-Horn

2023 RAB President