The Emerging Professionals Group (EPG) is where the next generation of industry leaders meet to identify and pursue untapped opportunities to expand the market through social media, professional expertise, and workshops.
EPG is headed to Milwaukee, WI on September 10-12. Join us for 1.5 days of team-building activities, networking opportunities, entertaining guest speakers, and off-site tours, including at our host Mixer Systems, Inc.
Registration
This event is designed to foster collaboration, inspire new ideas, and strengthen professional relationships. Reserve your spot today and be part of this enriching experience!
Hotel Information
CMHA has secured a discounted room block for our event at The Ingleside Hotel at $99/night which will be available through September 2. This hotel is a short commute from our workshop location at Mixer Systems – reserve your room today!
Boating Networking Activity
Day two of EPG’s Workshop will conclude with a boating networking activity on Pewaukee Lake. Join us for an evening of fun and fellowship as the group takes to the waters followed by dinner near the lake.
Schedule of Events
Tuesday – September 10
- Arrive in Milwaukee, WI
- 1:00 pm: Arrival/Welcome at Mixer Systems
- 1:30 pm: Workshop: Marketing Trends and Social Media with Joey Peters, Lead Account Strategist, Venveo
- 2:30 pm: Break
- 3:00 – 4:00 pm: Workshop Roundtable: Get to Know the Market – Cast Stone and MSV Producers (Emcee: Steve Nelson, Mixer Systems)
- Josh Hessel, Owner, Norse Building Products, Inc.
- Domenico Vezina, Owner, Les Pierres Royales
- Chad Bouwman, President, Terry’s Precase
- GregGildner, President, Cheboygan Cement
- 5:30 pm: Social at hotel
- 6:30 pm: Group dinner
Wednesday – September 11
- 9:00 am: Light breakfast at Mixer Systems
- 9:30 am: Workshop: Orientation on Plant Management – Sights and Sounds of Running a Plant with Darvin Siebert, Service Manager, Mixer Systems
- 10:30 am: Break
- 10:45 am – Noon: Tour #1 at Mixer Systems
- 12:15 – 1:15 pm: Lunch (off-site)
- 1:30 pm: Travel to Tour #2
- 2:00 – 3:00 pm: Tour #2 at Norse Building Products
- 3:00 pm: Return to hotel
- 5:00 pm: Boating Networking Activity
- 6:30 pm: Group dinner
Thursday – September 12
- Depart Milwaukee, WI
Guest Speakers
Marketing Trends & Social Media
Joey Peters, Lead Account Strategist, Venveo
Joey Peters has over 17 years of experience in building materials marketing, working with products from bagged concrete to architectural software. At Oldcastle APG, he launched Echelon Masonry and led the award-winning “Ditch the Sand Pile” campaign for Amerimix, establishing market share and challenging traditional marketing approaches. He then moved into composite decking with MoistureShield and served as Mohawk’s Director of Marketing for Builder + Multifamily. After a brief tenure with Best Block, he now works as a Lead Account Strategist for Venveo, a premier digital marketing agency in the building materials industry.
Orientation on Plant Management – Sights and Sounds of Running a Plant
Darvin Siebert, Service Manager, Mixer Systems
For several decades, Darvin has operated plants in numerous masonry product applications. As an industry expert, he will provide a framework of common plant and product issues and the applications for best industry practices in this insightful discussion on Plant Management.
Roundtable Guest Speakers
Get To Know The Market – Cast Stone and MSV Producers
Emcee: Steve Nelson, Mixer Systems
Josh Hessel
Owner, Norse Building Products, Inc.
Josh has operated plants in a number of masonry product applications over several decades. Offering a wealth of industry experience, Josh adds expertise to our roundtable discussion on the commonalities of masonry products in the industry.
Chad Bouwman
President, Terry’s Precast
Chad is a lifelong producer and second generation cast stone producer. Providing input from the cast stone perspective, Chad will also share insight on how it fits into the catalog of masonry products.
Greg Gildner
President, Cheboygan Cement
Cheboygan Cement has been a staple in Northern Michigan for generations. Producing block, ready mix, bagged concretes, along with a variety of tools and products for concrete contractors, masons, and landscapers, Greg will deliver a comprehensive perspective on diversifying to serve your market.
Domenico Vezina
Owner, Les Pierres Royales
Domenico made his name working alongside his father where he gained experience making, selling, and installing vena tumblers. Now, he runs his own MSV company and offers an outlook as an expert in the trade and the masonry market.
Thank You To Our Host
My involvement in CMHA has expanded my professional network, provided access to valuable resources and educational programs, and kept me updated on the latest industry trends, which has helped me both personally and professionally.
Need more information? Contact Melissa Betts and Bryan Horr.