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Barb Smith knows the difficulties women face entering construction fields. Smith, the CEO of Roselawn steel fabrication company Journey Steel, has spent nearly three decades working for local companies before founding her own firm in 2009. For about the same amount of time she has heard from critics of her skills, intellect or ability to manage large projects.

Visit http://www.cincinnati.com/story/money/2016/08/05/labor-shortage-solution-adding-women/88282906/ to view the full article online.

New Stores and Restaurants Coming to Colerain

With the construction beginning soon on the Kroger Marketplace, officials say Colerain Township is set to once again have a banner year in economic development. Frank Birkenhauer, economic development director, said there was a great deal of interest in Colerain Township at the annual International Council of Shopping Center’s RECon in Las Vegas in May. The convention has more than 35,000 attendees and is one of the largest retail real estate events in the world.

Visit http://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/local/colerain/2016/07/22/new-stores-restaurants-coming-colerain/87436884/ to view the full article online.

Membership

Membership Appreciation Boot Camp Luncheon

Attend Boot Camp to empower yourself with information to grow your business by utilizing ACI's Mission of networking, advocacy, education and safety. Determine the best times and ways to network, how to utilize member discount programs and opportunities to get your company's name in other members hands.

Visit https://alliedconstructionohassoc.wliinc26.com/events/aci-membership-boot-camp-luncheon-81716-8915667/details?dnh=true to view the full article online.

ACI Networking and Brewery Tour

ACI Networking and Brewery Tour is coming this August! Join 200 ACI members in networking and enjoying some great beer and appetizers while also taking a tour of Braxton Brewery.

Visit http://bit.ly/ACINetBraxtonBrewery to view the full article online.

Social Media & Dues Information

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ali-nwl/articles/index.asp?aid=394326&issueID=50802 to view the full article online.

Plan Room

5 Easy Ways to Increase Responses and Bids from Subcontractor

Getting responses to bid invitations is an issue all general contractors struggle with. This article by Ed Hagge of The Blue Book Network’s ONETEAM provides advice on how to get better coverage. (ONETEAM)

Visit http://blog.oneteam.build/index.php/2015/10/12/5-easy-ways-to-increase-responses-and-bids-from-subcontractors/?inf_contact_key=79973b7748d8a084ca30e080ad67b4c21c71e4de7f11df9887cbda153deb4cc4 to view the full article online.

Get the First Look at UC’s New $120M College

The University of Cincinnati is working on building a new Carl H. Lindner College of Business, and the Business Courier got the first look at the design for the $120 million facility. UC shared preliminary renderings for the Lindner College of Business, which was designed by internationally renowned Henning Larsen Architects with Cincinnati-based KZF Design as the architect of record. The four-story building has glass facades, a grand atrium and lobby, open workspaces, a courtyard, a large café, lecture spaces, a teaching lab and other features. (Cincinnati Business Courier)

Visit http://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2016/08/05/get-the-first-look-at-uc-s-new-120m-college.html to view the full article online.

ACI's Construction Connection Helps You Find the Projects You Need

Did you know the top search bar on the Bid Calendar or Construction Connection can be used to filter projects not only by Project ID, but also by using a part of the project title or even the bid date? For more information on these valuable services, contact Dan Wright at dwright@aci-construction.org.

Visit http://www.aci-construction.org/project_leads/Construction_Connection.aspx to view the full article online.

ACI-YP

ACI - YP Upcoming Calendar

Check out ACI - YP's upcoming calendar.

Visit http://www.aci-construction.org/External/WCPages/WCWebContent/WebContentPage.aspx?ContentID=9204 to view the full article online.

Lessons Learned

Don’t miss your opportunity to get face-time with Steve Eder, Vice President, Cincinnati Regional Leader at Messer Construction Co. With the industry changing year after year, it is vital for the millennials to understand how the construction industry got to where it is today and what they need to be successful. The second Lessons Learned is on September 7th.

Visit http://www.aci-construction.org/events/Lessons-Learned-Steve-Eder%2c-Messer-Construction-8915703/details to view the full article online.

UC Tailgate

Bring your family and friends to the ACI-YP Tailgate on Saturday, October 1st for the UC vs. USF game! The day will start off with a tailgate hosted by ACI-YP and the UC Construction Student Association, followed up by the game at Nippert Stadium. This is a great opportunity to network with industry professionals that are making a difference at ACI, UC, in the community and at their companies! All are welcome to attend!

Visit https://alliedconstructionohassoc.wliinc26.com/events/uc-tailgate-8915749/details?dnh=true to view the full article online.

Industry Partner Events

23rd Annual NKSPE Golf Outing

There is still time to sign up for the Northern Kentucky Society of Professional Estimators Golf Outing at Triple Crown Country Club on August 22. Sponsorship opportunities are available as well. Proceeds support engineering scholarships.

Visit http://www.aci-construction.org/External/WCPages/WCWebContent/WebContentPage.aspx?ContentID=9187 to view the full article online.

Spirit of Construction Celebration of Construction 2016 Gala

Come honor Jack Albrecht, Tonya Beesley, B. G. Danis, William Teepe, and Raymond Viox at the 2016 Gala on October 15 at the Northern Kentucky Convention Center. Contact Tony Brunsman at (513) 382-4315 or tbrunsman@SpiritofConstruction.org for event or reservation questions.

Visit http://www.aci-construction.org/External/WCPages/WCWebContent/WebContentPage.aspx?ContentID=9186 to view the full article online.

2016 Construction Law Institute

October 20, 2016: The Campbell House, Lexington, Kentucky. In cooperation with the Construction & Public Contract Law Section of the Kentucky Bar Association, there will be an all-day seminar held directed towards both construction lawyers and non-lawyer construction professionals.

Visit http://128.163.184.63/ukcle/Construction/2016/Construction16_Brochure.pdf to view the full article online.

The Blue Book Building and Construction Network

August 31, 2016 (9 a.m.-12 p.m.)—Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities "Windmill Training"

This interactive, custom training will enhance awareness of cultural diversity, examine personal attitudes and biases toward people with disabilities and provide information to better understand the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Visit http://www.aci-construction.org/events/OOD-Windmills-Training--8915734/details to view the full article online.

AGC’s 2016 Build Ohio is open for entries

Visit http://agcohio.com/buildohio to view the full article online.

Employment

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Send resume to info@orourkewrecking.com or www.orourkewrecking.com, or apply in-person at 660 Lunken Park Drive, Cincinnati, OH.

Visit http://www.aci-construction.org/External/WCPages/WCWebContent/WebContentPage.aspx?ContentID=9233 to view the full article online.

Mid-level Planner/Scheduler

Brasfield and Gorrie: please follow link to apply online.

Visit https://jobs-brasfieldgorrie.icims.com/jobs/2858/mid-level-construction-planner---scheduler---louisville%2c-ky/job?mode=view&mobile=false&width=694&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-360&jun1offset=-300 to view the full article online.

Business Development and Accounts Manager

Sizemore & Company: please follow link to apply online.