Committees

Driving Impact. Strengthening the Merit Shop. Protecting Our Industry.

At ABC Minnesota/North Dakota, our committees are where strategy becomes action. Through focused leadership, industry insight, and member collaboration, our committees help shape advocacy, workforce development, safety, business growth, and member engagement across Minnesota and North Dakota.

Legislative and Government Affairs Committee
Government Affairs

Legislative & Government Affairs Committee

Protecting the Merit Shop. Advancing Pro-Business Policy.

Leadership
Committee Chair
Penny Lindblom
Dorglass, Inc.

This committee monitors and responds to local, state, and national legislative issues affecting the construction industry. Members:

  • Track regulatory and labor policy changes
  • Engage elected officials
  • Protect open competition
  • Advocate for fair and merit-based construction practices

The committee works to ensure ABC members' voices are heard in legislative decisions that impact their businesses.

Safety Committee
Safety

Safety Committee

Building a Culture of Safety Excellence.

Leadership
Committee Chair
Paul Baer
Schwickert's Tecta America, LLC
Co-Chair
Clay Bollin
Holmes Murphy Construction
Board Liaison
Andy Larson
Larson Building, Inc.

This committee develops programs and services that elevate safety awareness and procedures throughout the construction industry. Key focus areas include:

  • Safety training and compliance resources
  • STEP® Health and Safety Management System engagement
  • Safety Day programming
  • Total Human Health initiatives

The committee helps members lead safer, stronger jobsites.

Education and Workforce Development Committee
Education & Workforce

Education & Workforce Development Committee

Building the Next Generation of Craft Professionals.

This committee develops educational programming and workforce initiatives that support contractor growth and industry sustainability. Focus areas include:

  • Apprenticeship programs
  • Continuing education
  • Competent Person and compliance training
  • Industry career promotion

The committee ensures members have access to the training and talent needed to compete and grow.

Membership Development Committee
Membership

Membership Development Committee

Growing Stronger Together.

Leadership
Committee Chair
Kyle Johnson
Lyon Contracting, Inc.

Aligned with ABC's strategic goal of expanding and delivering value to a diverse and committed membership, this committee:

  • Supports member recruitment and retention
  • Develops relationship-driven engagement opportunities
  • Identifies chapter growth strategies
  • Uses data-informed decision making

Through a grassroots, trust-based approach, this committee strengthens chapter vitality.

Events and Excellence Committee
Events & Excellence

Events & Excellence Committee

Elevating Members. Celebrating Excellence.

Leadership
Committee Chair
Jake Pribnow
JA Price Agency

This committee selects the format and content of networking events and social functions. It also oversees:

  • Excellence in Construction (EIC) Awards
  • Accredited Quality Contractor (AQC) promotion
  • Chapter awards and recognition initiatives

The committee ensures events drive meaningful business development and member connection.

Human Resources Peer Group
HR Peer Group

Human Resources Peer Group

Shared Solutions for Shared Challenges.

This group brings together HR professionals from member companies to:

  • Exchange best practices
  • Address workforce challenges
  • Discuss compliance updates
  • Share recruiting and retention strategies

Members gain real-world insight from peers facing similar issues.

Interested in Serving on a Committee?

Contact us to learn more about getting involved.

Jeni Ankeny

952-941-8693

[email protected]