Think the topic of buying or selling a construction business doesn't apply to you? Think again... half of all business exits are unplanned. Learn more now so you can more confidently expect the unexpected. This is a great event for owners as well as senior managers!
Christmas Party Tickets Now on Sale
Members Only | Early Bird Pricing | Limited Tables Available
Become a Sponsor To Support Construction Industry Education
Sponsor the Construction Industry Education Foundation (CIEF) Holiday Basket Auction at our Christmas party! Your sponsorship and all proceeds from the auction will provide direct financial support to the next generation of construction professionals as they embark on their education and training. Different sponsorship tiers are available. Learn more and buy them now with your event registration.
Join the RISE UP Mentorship Program
Applications Due Nov. 1
Only a third of construction companies make it past five years in business. The RISE UP program is here to make sure you're one of them.
Open to construction businesses operating for 10 years or less
Pairs companies with one-on-one mentors and educational resources
Program lasts one year and culminates in graduation at ConEx's Annual General Member meeting
Only 10 companies will be selected for this transformational experience. Apply today!
Reminder: Healthcare Costs for Construction Employers Could Rise Over 10% in 2027
... And this is actually the lowest average approved healthcare insurance rate increase since 2022. But an increase is an increase, so it could have an impact on construction employer budgets while the industry already faces higher operating costs and workforce shortages.
Orchard Park's Fox Run Community Expansion Nears Halfway Mark
A communications specialist is working closely with construction teams and community members to manage concerns and celebrate milestones. Read more from Buffalo Business First.
NYS Department of Labor (DOL) announces systems update, November 2 blackout
The New York State DOL will shut down all unemployment insurance services for nine to 12 days starting November 2 to replace its 50-year-old processing system. Learn more on RochesterFirst.com.
NYS DOL Contractor Registration Reminder
After December 1, 2024, all public works contractors in New York were required to register with the NYS DOL every two years. This means the contractors who registered in early 2026 are due to renew soon. Contractors are receiving an email from the DOL reminding them to renew, but it is easy to miss. And the DOL requires renewal at least 90 days before the expiration of your current registration. Login here (https://dol.ny.gov/how-register-contractor-and-subcontractor-registry) to check your registration expiration date and renew.
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