Educational Offerings

Overview

The Leadership Experience is a leadership training program that addresses the areas of communication, collaboration, culture, and customer. These four areas are critical in all levels of leadership and attendees are challenged to take the learning of previous leadership classes to the next level. Becoming an effective leader requires an understanding of people, personalities, attitudes, goals, and more. The Leadership Experience stresses to attendees that the most important person they will ever lead is themselves.

In addition to the classroom training, attendees receive one-on-one executive leadership coaching from our Executive Coach, David Rabiner. Becoming a great construction leader does not boil down to what you know technically, nor is it about who you know. It is about you, your character; your ability to lead yourself and others; your influence in good times and bad; and your individual career journey as a leader – through both triumphs and challenges. This program changes individuals on multiple levels as leaders in their company, home and community.

For additional information about this program, please contact Tara Rinehart at TRinehart@MBI.Build or at (515) 657-4395. 

The Leadership Experience Partnership Opportunities

Program Details

Class of 2025

Justin Aanrud, Wendler Inc.
Branson Bachman, The Hansen Company, Inc.
Cory Bolsinger, Bolsinger Rebar Inc.
Ray Breeding, Graham Construction - A 3G Company
Eric Bridgewater, Baker Group
Bill Evans, Hawkeye Paving Corporation
Andrew Feldermann, HRTLND Companies
Nick Foster, Estes Construction
Rebecca Galvan, Henning Companies
Andrew Gatto, Elder Corporation
Kyle Glenn, Midwest Alarm Services
Brent Magg, McAninch Corporation
Erin Marsh, Russell
Gregg Miller, Woodruff Construction
Brandon Norton, Todd & Sargent, Inc.
Erik Pingel, ISG
Chris Roderick, Baker Group
Dakota Simonsen, Boomerang
Colton Singbeil, WRH, Inc.
Zach Smith, The Weitz Company
Shawn Swygman, Elder Technology Group
Greg Wolfkill, McAninch Corporation
Eric Wos, Baker Group

Overview

Laying the Groundwork for Effective Field Leadership

This field leadership development program is designed to provide attendees with a host of tools and information to help them excel as leaders in the areas of leadership, risk management, communication, and personal effectiveness. Leading a team, crew, or group of individuals in a commercial construction project environment takes an exceptional person with the right skill set and personality, along with construction knowledge and awareness. Leaders in the field must be able to manage time, equipment, materials, and most importantly, people. This program will provide the tools and help develop the skills of attendees in becoming successful leaders.

The audience for this program are individuals who show promise as a potential field leader, or those who are currently in a leadership role and would like to improve in the areas of leadership, risk management, communication and personal skills, such as time management, prioritizing, and goal setting.

For information about the 2026 Foundations of a Field Leader  program, please contact Tara Rinehart at TRinehart@MBI.Build or at (515) 657-4395.

Best class I’ve ever taken-very informative and helpful. Very interactive and insightful.  - Matt Hensley, Estes

The training provided is once again, INVALUABLE!! I continuously take away so many things that continue to progress my professional and personal life. - Justin Kingkade, Elder Corporation

I thought I would just listen in on this course BUT I found myself listening, learning, and identifying better approaches to coaching and changing behaviors. - Eric Bryant, Northwest Steel

“Nic is a wonderful presenter. Very engaging and fun to learn from. -  Kevin Stewart, Dean Snyder Construction

For more information about this program, please contact Tara Rinehart at TRinehart@MBI.Build or at (515) 657-4395.

Foundations of a Field Leader Partnership Opportunities

Program Details

Class of 2025

Brad Benischek, Hawkeye Paving Corporation
Josh Blades, The Weitz Company
Charlie Broeker, Skold Door Company, Inc.
Eric Bryant, Northwest Steel Erection Inc.
Jared Corder, Woodruff Construction
Adrian Diaz, Hawkeye Paving Corporation
Taylor Engel, W. A. Klinger, L.L.C.
Austin Flynn, Woodruff Construction
Matt Hensley, Estes Construction
Carter Hertel, Wendler Inc.
Joe Holland, J B Holland Construction Inc.
Brady Huff, The Hansen Company, Inc.
Ethan Jasa, Dean Snyder Construction
Justin Kingkade, Elder Corporation
Marcos Lara, W. A. Klinger, L.L.C.
Patrick Lemkuil, Russell
Quinton Liebl, J B Holland Construction Inc.
Chad Long, Wendler Inc.
Logan Marsden, Pirc-Tobin Construction, Inc.
Austin McNamara, Reilly Construction
Tanner Murphy, Dean Snyder Construction
Emily Orth, Cardinal Construction Inc.
Nate Parmenter, Gee Asphalt Systems Inc
Chad Rinehart, Neumann Brothers, Inc.
Sydney Schafer, The Hansen Company, Inc.
Matt Shapard, Estes Construction
Dakota Steuri, Boomerang
Kevin Stewart, Dean Snyder Construction
Nick Thompson, Pirc-Tobin Construction, Inc.
Brett Vanderheiden, Reilly Construction
Tad Walker, Wendler Inc.
Sawyer Wild, Russell
Cameron Williams, The Weitz Company

Overview

Building Quality Construction Workflow Skills 

Level up with this immersive multi-day training series built specifically for Project Engineers. From mastering strategies for submittals and RFIs to navigating contracts, scheduling, procurement, pay apps, and change management - you’ll gain practical tools and industry-proven strategies that drive project success. Bonus content includes techniques for sharpening your communication skills, tips on building your personal brand, and understanding the mindset required for long-term success.

For information about the 2026 program, please contact Tara Rinehart at TRinehart@MBI.Build or at (515) 657-4395.

Program Details

Class of 2025

Parker Badding, McGough
Andrew Bell, The Hansen Company, Inc.
Lukas, Bluhm, Performance Contracting Inc.
Tyler Cox, Dean Snyder Construction
Brenden Hannah, Notch & Nail
Joe Hovick, Henkel Construction Co.
Ryan Huizer, Dean Snyder Construction
Magdelina Laham, Performance Contracting, Inc.
Cari Ludwig, W.A. Klinger, L.L.C.
Jacob Macvey, DCI Group
Taylor Olson, Dean Snyder Construction
Brady O'Neil, Russell
Joey Recker, Portzen Construction, Inc.
Sydney Schafer, The Hansen Company, Inc.
Logan Schumacher, Baker Group
Joshua Slaubaugh, Wendler Inc.
Jake Voss, Conlon Construction Co.
Garrett Willey, Russell
Nick Yeast, Elder Corporation
Andrew Zimmerman, Baker Group
Ashlee Zimmermann, Tjaden Electric Company, LLC
Noah Zuercher, Portzen Construction Inc.

Overview

A Solid Foundation for Construction Professionals

This construction leadership development program is designed to introduce attendees to several facets of the commercial construction industry, while providing them with a wealth of valuable information and priceless resources. A solid understanding of the topics included in this program are vital to the success of every commercial construction company, therefore also critical for the success of the employees who are part of these firms. This is an excellent opportunity to see a detailed overview of many important aspects of the commercial construction industry, as well as receive fundamental information. 

Topics may include: Insurance; finance; safety; construction ethics and law; human relations; workforce issues; influential leadership; environmental issues; leadership; project management technology; industry education; and public affairs. Presenters include industry experts who have a wealth of knowledge, experience and understanding, based on years of working in Iowa’s construction industry. Each presenter provides the group with recommended resources to assist attendees with building a comprehensive supply of reference materials for future use.

For additional information about the 2026 program, please contact Tara Rinehart at TRinehart@MBI.Build or (515) 657-4395.

The Cornerstone Academy course hits a homerun for leaders at their companies to attend with the variety of classes that you need in the construction industry for today. Every speaker leaves their contact information so you can reach out to them whenever you want to ask questions, to have instructors do this is really great because everyone is busy, and they are willing to take their time to help you out is something special. Meeting other leaders out in our industry at this course is truly awesome and have made a lot of new friends and great people to keep in touch throughout my life! - Chuck Danner, Hy-Vee Construction, LC

Cornerstone Academy provides a lot of valuable information from very good presenters who are knowledgeable and keep the sessions interactive.  The program also provides a great opportunity to meet a lot of good people and resources while also being a lot of fun. - Todd Langel, Cedar Valley Steel

“The MBI Cornerstone Academy was a great forum for professional growth, networking, and creating industry relationships.  I recommend this program to anyone trying to further their industry community reach.” - Mike Norris, A. J. Allen Mechanical Contractors, Inc.

Cornerstone Academy Partnership Opportunities

Program Details

Class of 2025

Tyler Albracht, US Erectors, Inc.
Cole Amstutz, ServiceMaster by Rice
Josh Asplin, Henning Companies
Natalie Baker, Turner Construction
Tony Battleson, HRTLND Companies
Isaac Brandt, Rinderknecht Associates Inc.
Trevor Brown, Ryan Companies US, Inc.
Logan Conary, Cardinal Construction Inc.
Chandler DeWees, Rinderknecht Associates, Inc.
Ian Fletcher, Dean Snyder Construction
Dave Freiburger, Conlon Construction Co.
Pierce Gelhause, Neumann Brothers, Inc.
Jordan Graham, Wendler Inc.
Jon Hapke, Skold Door Company, Inc.
Carter Hertel, Wendler Inc.
Matt Hironimus, Keen Project Solutions, LLC
Camden Johnson, DCI Group
Sara Johnson, HRTLND Companies
Dean Lee, Seedorff Masonry Inc.
Chad Long, Wendler Inc.
Daniel Lounsbrough, Turner Construction
Brad Matt, Baker Group
James McNaughton, Neumann Brothers, Inc.
Jacqui Morris, Graham Construction - A 3G Company
Keaton Mullins, The Hansen company, Inc.
Justin Page, DCI Group
Grant Reimers, Woodruff Construction
Luke Roland, Cardinal Construction Inc.
Logan Schumacher, Baker Group
Tyler Shatek, Russell
ShanaLynne Smith, Keen Project Solutions, LLC.
Kate Stalder, Russell
Jon Swenson, Dean Snyder Construction
Braiden Vrzak, Keen Project Solutions, L.L.C.
Tad Walker, Wendler Inc.
Heidi Warren, The Hansen Company, Inc.
Michael Weaver, Koester Construction Company, Inc.
Cody Williams, Koester Construction Company, Inc.
Nick Woodard, The Weitz Company
Andrew Zimmerman, Baker Group

Overview

This is more than just a training series—it’s an opportunity for your project teams to grow, align, and thrive together through a shared experience that builds stronger leaders and more successful projects.

Success of a construction team, project or company often boils down to a few key components that, if carefully combined, can lead to great accomplishments where everybody wins. Employees, companies and customers can all win with the proper combination of teamwork, leadership, communication, accountability, personal responsibility, budgeting and quality control on every project, every day. A large portion of the responsibility for these areas fall on the project’s leadership team of Project Managers and Project Superintendents.

This interactive leadership program will challenge members of the project team to understand project budgets, elevate individual and team performance, understand customer dynamics, and even have a little bit of fun in the process. This is an outstanding opportunity to put members of your project team in a teamwork atmosphere of learning and professional growth.

For information regarding the 2025 PMPS program, please contact Tara Rinehart at TRinehart@MBI.Build or at (515) 657-4395.

Project Managers and Project Supervisors Partnership Opportunities 

Program Details

Class of 2024

Austin Adams, Reilly Construction
Wade Beck, Reilly Construction
Eli Berry, Graham Construction - A 3G Company
Ian Brandt, Architectural Arts Millwork
Tim Culler, Dean Snyder Construction
Kacey Davis, Baker Group
Eric Detert, Woodruff Construction
Jeff Doty, Basepoint Building Automations
Nick Dreckman, Reilly Construction
Max Erpelding, Russell
Rodney Fairchild, Reilly Construction
Kyle Glenn, Midwest Alarm Services
Morrison Kennedy, Reilly Construction
Josh Kobriger, Reilly Construction
Calen Lehman, Reilly Construction
Jacob Lossing, The Weitz Company
Jevin Manderscheid, Woodruff Construction
Michael Martin, Keen Project Solutions, LLC.
Austin McNamara, Reilly Construction
Christine Nelson, Basepoint Building Automations
Cory Nelson, Basepoint Building Automations
Brad Oja, Wendler Inc.
Cameron Pearson, Architectural Arts Millwork
Servando Perez-Garcia, Keen Project Solutions, LLC.
Samuel Pilcher, Estes Construction
Cameron Rogers, Wendler Inc.
Logan Smith, The Weitz Company
Zach Smith, The Weitz Company
Jace Snyder, Dean Snyder Construction
Jared Spence, Reilly Construction
Scott Starmer, Basepoint Building Automations
Joel Stolley, Midwest Alarm Services
Nate Timmons, Graham Construction - A 3G Company
Ty Van Wyk, Midwest Alarm Services
Brett Vanderheiden, Reilly Construction
Kolton Wagaman, Dean Snyder Construction
Nick Woodard, Mission Critical - The Weitz Company
Jeff Wray, Modern
Kayla Youngblood, Baker Group
Ginger Zenor, Rinderknecht Associates Inc.

Overview

Building Future Leadership

This program offers attendees a tremendous opportunity to continue their path of success and become more involved as current and future leaders of the construction industry in Iowa. 

Participants will develop the skills to take their leadership influence to the NEXT LEVEL. Attendees are invited to go on a 6-month professional development journey that will equip them with skills necessary to get better results for themselves and their team. 

PROGRAM OVERVIEW: 

• In person interactive sessions with national and state leaders 
• Leadership Book Club & Active Discussions 
• Networking with other ambitious leaders at evening activities 
• Recommended additional resources and homework to assist in skill dvelopment 
• 1:1 Coaching 
• Authentic, experiential learning through work-based projects 

All participants will also have the opportunity to demonstrate professional skills in a capstone culminating project of all skills learned. 

PROGRAM CONTENT will INCLUDE:

• The importance of self-leadership and creation of a personal development plan 
• Professional networking skills 
• Building trust and buy-in from team members 
• Casting a compelling vision 
• Clear communication & presentation skills 
• Giving effective feedback 
• Ethics & ethical leadership practices 
• Managing vs Leading 
• The Self-Aware Leader 
• And Much More

MB EYE on the Future is the only program that MBI offers that has an application process, which requires an employer recommendation and selection procedure. Participants are nominated by their company’s executive management and complete an application for consideration in the program. Careful consideration of all nominations and applications is then made by a selection committee.

For additional information about this program, please contact Tara Rinehart at TRinehart@MBI.Build or (515) 657-4395.

MB EYE on the Future Partnership Opportunities

Program Details

Class of 2026

Ericka Dunn, 1st Interiors
Alex Wolf, Baker group
Joe Skow, Basepoint Building Automations
Richard Henning, Bush Construction
Tyler Roy, Cedar Valley Steel
Adam Byrne, DCI Group
Olivia Breitbach, Design Build Structures
Kayle Frese, Elder Corporation
Reed Festing-Smith, Estes Construction
Trey Seiser, Henkel Construction
Andrew Feldermann, HRTLND Companies
Colton Miller, Hy-Vee construction
Jason Wells, JE Dunn Construction
Abigail Heston, JE Dunn Construction
Matt Moore, Keen Project Solutions
Zach Koester, Koester Construction
Drew Stemper, McGough
Ian Grabarkewitz, Mortenson
Bo Black, Mortenson
Holly Seley, Neumann Bros.
Elias Schroeder, Rinderknecht Associates
Jason Fahrenkrog, Russell
Sam Joerger, Schumacher Elevator
Alex Steffen, Seedorff Masonry, Inc.
Keith Searcy Story Construction
Tyler Ward, The Weitz Company
Nathan Pals, Turner Construction
Brad Van Alst, Turner Construction
Colton Singbeil, Wendler Inc.
Kay Oskvig, Whitfield & Eddy Law Firm
Zach Hansen, Woodruff Construction

Overview

Designed to help enhance the safety culture within a company by empowering managers and safety leaders, Building a Safety Champion is MBI’s newest leadership development program. This program will attract those individuals who are not only safety conscious for themselves and every member of their team, but who are also in a position to create fundamental changes with their company. The curriculum for this program will guide attendees through subject matter that will enhance and change their approach to individual and company-wide safety practices.

For additional information about this program, please contact Tara Rinehart at TRinehart@MBI.Build or (515) 657-4395.

Building a Safety Champion Partnership Opportunities

Program Details

Class of 2024

Mike Alfstad, The Hansen Company, Inc.
Andy Bennett, DML Construction Services
Jade Burns, Larson Construction Co., Inc.
Jeremy Dyvig, The Weitz Company
Justin Fischer, Graham Construction - A 3G Company
Ryan Gamble, Estes Construction
Ryan Gustin, Estes Construction
Dustin Halterman, Estes Construction
Lance Howard, Neumann Brothers, Inc.
Matthew Jensen, W. A. Klinger, L.L.C.
John Jolley, Wendler Inc.
Jeffery Lowe, Skold Door Company, Inc.
Chris Mundt, Graham Construction - A 3G Company
Danny Myers, Thompson
Phill Nieman, Schumacher Elevator Company
Shawn Osterloh, Koester Construction Company, Inc.
Kurt Owens, The Weitz Company
Nicholas Pardekooper, DML Construction Services
George Perez, EPI Power
Len Reid, Hy-Vee Construction
Mike Shanahan, EPI Power
Andrew Smith, Dave Schmitt Construction Co., Inc.
Tyler Tomlinson, Estes Construction
Joe Valadez, Graham Construction - A 3G Company
Sean Warner, Hubbell Realty Co.
Nader William, EPI Power
Matt Wuebker, Elder Corporation
Pasquel Yanelur, W. A. Klinger, L.L.C.

Overview

This is more than just a training series—it’s an opportunity for your project teams to grow, align, and thrive together through a shared experience that builds stronger leaders and more successful projects.

Success on the jobsite—and across the construction industry—hinges on a few essential elements that, when intentionally combined, create powerful outcomes where everyone wins: employees, companies, and customers alike. At the core of this success are critical attributes like teamwork, leadership, communication, accountability, personal responsibility, budgeting, contracts, implementing change and quality control. And standing at the center of it all is the leadership partnership between project managers and superintendents.

This interactive leadership series is built to strengthen that partnership. Through engaging, hands-on sessions, participants will deepen their understanding of project budgeting, elevate both personal and team performance, and gain insight into customer expectations—all within a collaborative and growth-minded learning environment.

This is more than just a training series—it’s an opportunity for your project teams to grow, align, and thrive together through a shared experience that builds stronger leaders and more successful projects.

For more information about the 2026 program, contact Tara Rinehart at TRinehart@MBI.Build. 

Project Managers & Project Superintendents Partnership Opportunities

Program Details