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Contact: Annie Nommensen, Event & Education Manager, 262-436-1122

MBA Announces Educational Courses Offered During June

 (Waukesha, WI) – May 23, 2008 – In today’s competitive business climate, it is critical for developers, builders, remodelers, and those affiliated with the construction industry to be able to separate themselves from the competition. That’s why the MBA introduced our Certified Construction Professional program in 2004. A CCP designation speaks to an individual’s dedication to continuing education as well as his or her dedication to the customer and the home building industry. Educated professionals are more likely to educate their customers on the latest technologies available in the home building industry. Professionals who are constantly learning and challenging themselves are not afraid to share new techniques and applications with their customers. The MBA is proud to report that in the third year of the CCP program, over 600 MBA members are well on their way to certification.

In the month of June, the following courses are available to MBA members and other professionals:

* Unless otherwise noted, all classes are held at the Metropolitan Builders Association, N16 W23321 Stone Ridge Dr., Waukesha

June 5th – Codes, Regulations, & Safety: Part I of III
Presented by:  Joe Wendelberger, J. Anthony Construction, Inc., Everett Wood, Siesennop & Sullivan, Attorneys at Law
This session will review the construction process (addressing remodeling and new home construction aspects) implementing single family code references, DATCP regulations, and safety references.
Cost: $50 MBA member/$75 non-member/$150 for all three classes MBA member/$225 for all three classes Non-member  Class Time: 9:00 a.m. ­ 1:30 p.m. CCP Credit Hours: 4.5 hours in the Construction Development Series/ Approved for the Commerce 12-hour initial qualifier and continuing education credits

June 12th  – Contracts & Speculations: Part II of III
Presented by: Brad Dagen, Rose & De Jong Law Firm; Carol Samsa, Bayer Homes, Inc.; Ed Miller, E.Miller & Associates, Inc.;  Rob Bultman, Veritas Land Development, LLC
This session will review the official building contract and remodeling agreement that is commonly used in the industry.  Both contracts implement state regulations, such as the Right to Repair law and DATCP 110.  This session will also review the official trade contractor agreement contract, which is 2 pages in length and covers project description/location; contract price; changes; authority to contract for the work; default prior to start of construction; project time; lien notice; signatures; enforceability; entire agreement; acceptance; and any special provisions. This session will review in detail the general building specifications form.
Cost: $50 MBA member/$75 non-member/$150 for all three classes MBA member/$225 for all three classes Non-member  Class Time: 9:00 a.m. ­ 1:30 p.m. CCP Credit Hours: 4.5 hours in the Business Practices Series/Approved for the Commerce 12-hour initial qualifier and continuing education credits

June 19th – Theft by Contract, Lien Processes, & Warranties, Part III of III
Presented by: Brian Pfeil, McNally, Moloney and Peterson, Francisco Vasquez, Hurtado S.C
This session will review Lien Law, the sale or construction of a property for closing; discuss the standard one-year warranty; and understand in detail the regulations associated with theft by contract.
Cost: $50 MBA member/$75 non-member/$150 for all three classes MBA member/$225 for all three classes Non-member  Class Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. CCP Credit Hours: 4.5 hours in the Business Practices Series/Approved for the Commerce 12-hour initial qualifier and continuing education credits

June 26th – SMC Roundtable:  Networking Tips
Think networking is about standing around in the same cliques, handing out stacks of business cards and getting stuck in boring conversations?  Think again.  In today’s marketplace, successful businesspeople focus on building strong relationships and that starts with effective networking.  This session will open your eyes to the new rules of networking, meeting the right people, making the right impression and creating powerful connections. 
Cost: $10 MBA member/$20 non-member Class Time: 7:45 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. No CCP Credit Hours.