St. Louis Council of Construction Consumers (SLC3)

Love, coffee, and networking were in the air this Valentine's Day! ❤️ ☕ This morning’s 2nd Friday Coffee Networking at SLC3 Headquarters was full of meaningful connections, lively conversations, and plenty of AEC industry love! Thank you to everyone who joined us to share ideas, build relationships, and make this event another fantastic success! #Networking #AECCommunity #SLC3 #2ndFridayCoffee #BuildingConnections #ValentinesDay Renee La Bruyere, Zia (Zagarri) Gant, Kelly Hardy, Mike Lander, Dave Meglio, John Stackpole, W. Kenneth Menke III, Collin Beffa, Brad Lauritsen, PE, Vassil Petrov, Julia Michael, Virginia Pankey AIA,LEED AP, EDAC, Wendy Needham, MBA, Kristie Gabel, Megan Baris, Kelly Jackson, Lydia Meyer, Evan Frey

💖 Happy Valentine's Day from SLC3! 💖 Today, we’re celebrating our incredible members who build, innovate, and collaborate to shape a better future for the St. Louis region! 🏗️❤️ We appreciate each and every one of you—because great things happen when we work together! Wishing all of our members a day filled with connection, appreciation, and maybe a little chocolate. 🍫 #slc3 #aecstl #HappyValentinesDay #SLC3Community

✨ AI, unlocked—and minds, blown! 💥 This morning’s AI Unlocked: How to Make AI an Executive Priority was nothing short of electric! If you weren't there, you missed out. A huge thank you to Ashley Pyle, who delivered a powerhouse session packed with real-world insights on leveraging generative AI to drive business innovation. From HR strategies to construction workflows, our audience walked away with actionable tools to revolutionize their work—both personally and professionally! 💡Key takeaways: ✅ Spotting AI opportunities across industries ✅ Securing tech infrastructure for AI readiness ✅ Upskilling teams to drive AI implementation ✅ Fear vs Hype: "AI won't replace humans - but humans with AI will replace humans without AI" Special thanks to Vince Nutt, CHC, FMP for serving as our fantastic emcee—keeping the energy high! A shoutout to Rion Kolosieke as well for joining Ashley during the "fireside chat" Q&A. Their discussion was packed with valuable insights, and their knowledge and passion for AI stole the show and kept the conversations flowing! The energy, engagement, and curiosity in the room were unmatched. This is what happens when leaders come together to unlock the power of AI! 🚀 #slc3 #aecstl #trainingandeducation #AI #GenerativeAI #Leadership #Innovation Kelly Jackson, Lydia Meyer, John Prather, Taryn Pulliam, Kelly Hardy, Len Madalon, Christy Johnson, Jack Gamby, PMP, CWI, Matthew Jeans, Dala Beekman, Michele Chapman, Ryan Grass, Kyle Wilson, AIA, CM-BIM, Lydia Pye Huston, CFRE, Abdalla Ahmed, Stephen Stremlau, Jeff Evans, Jaime Schneider, Jason Stone, David Charles, CSI, Eli Knight, Nicholas Walker, AIA, Jennifer Walls, SHRM-SCP, Elijah Candela, Kristie Gabel, Ryan Perryman, W. Kenneth Menke III, Mark Bohr, Jeff Hoevelmann, Sean Kilian, Erik Hankins, Daniel Bax, PE, MBA, PMP, Celine Khashram, Allie Terbrock, Zia (Zagarri) Gant, Evan Frey

ATTENTION ALL SAFETY PROFESSIONALS! THIS PROGRAM IS FOR YOU! 🚧 Safety Forum 2025: Serious Injury & Fatality Prevention in Work Zones 🚧 Work zone safety is more critical than ever—are you prepared? Join us for an eye-opening discussion on cutting-edge technology that’s revolutionizing traffic control and protecting workers. Experts Dave Martineau & Dominique Tanchez (Site 20/20) will showcase innovative safety technology, including the Guardian Smartflagger, Guardian Cone, and more designed to reduce risks. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of industry trends, network with safety professionals, and discover solutions that can make a real impact in work zones! Unfortunately, Bill McDonald is unable to speak as OSHA is not allowed to participate right now. HOWEVER! We can't wait to hear from our expert speakers and have an open discussion on all things Health & Safety! 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/gfk583Hp Charles Twellmann MS, PE, PMP, Jason Wernex, CSP, Michael Mccormick, Michael Hargrave, M.A., BRANDON ANDERSON, Kirby Kraft, Nick Espolt, CSP, CUSP, Jack Gamby, PMP, CWI, Keith Bleile, Steve Arff, Trey Patterson, CSP, David Gatchel, Joe Shryock, Anna Christensen, Rob Miller, CSP, OHST, CUSP, CSC, CIT, David Forseth, Christopher Fleming, Carly Carmosino, Ricky Reams, Treinnea Russell, Ryan Wehrle, CHST, CSP, CRIS, Eli Knight, Sonja Lemmie, Mark Boehms, Neil Williams, Nathan Bibb, Jason Unwin, Jennifer Walls, SHRM-SCP, Jeremy Wirsche, Austin Cichon CSP, ASP, CHST, Steven Richardson, John Davis, Bo Cooper, CSP, Christopher Wolf, Jeff Montgomery, SMS, CHST, CRIS, Daniell Hill, Kelly Jackson, Jeff Stark, Marianne Biangardi, MS, BFA, #slc3 #aecstl #SLC3SafetyForum2025 #WorkZoneSafety #ConstructionSafety #InjuryPrevention

🚨 BIG #SLC3EVENTS COMING UP – DON’T MISS OUT! 🚨 Read this week's newsletter here! https://conta.cc/41aNbsk - Awards Gala – Get ready to celebrate the best in the industry! Nominees & honorees will be announced soon! - Golf Tournament – Our BIGGEST networking event of the year! Spots are filling fast—secure yours before it’s too late! - Safety Forum – A MUST for safety leaders. - Technology Program – Stay ahead of industry innovations. - Women’s Leadership Lunch – Empowering connections & conversations. - Owner’s Chat – Exclusive insights for Owner Members. #slc3 #aecstl #slc3newsletter

Thank You to our Renewing Associate Member, Tarlton Corporation! Tim McCoy, CPA, Roslyn Croft, Allie Terbrock, Nina Elsperman, and the rest of the team, your continued support fuels our mission and strengthens our community. Together, we achieve more! hashtag #slc3 #aecstl #member #thankyou

Thank You to our Renewing Associate Member, Enterprise Fleet Management, Matt Heininger! Your continued support fuels our mission and strengthens our community. Together, we achieve more! hashtag #slc3 #aecstl #member #thankyou

Thank You to our Renewing Associate Member, Duggan Contracting Corporation, Grant Sharp, Becky Claas, Corey Dreher, Brad Duggan, and Ryan Duggan! Your continued support fuels our mission and strengthens our community. Together, we achieve more! #slc3 #aecstl #member #thankyou

Black History Month is a time to reflect, celebrate, and honor the achievements and contributions of African Americans throughout history. Let’s use this month to learn, grow, and commit to building a more inclusive and equitable future. Together, we can carry forward the stories that inspire progress and change. "We must never forget that Black History is American History. The achievements of African Americans have contributed to our nation's greatness." – U.S. Representative Yvette Clarke of New York #slc3 #slccc #blackhhistorymonth #aecstl 

GUESS WHAT?! IT'S SLC3 TEE TIME! ⛳️  Registration is NOW OPEN for our 39th Annual Golf Tournament!  This isn’t just a golf tournament—it’s THE networking event of the year, drawing over 500 attendees! Whether you’re a golf enthusiast, a networking pro, or both, you won’t want to miss this incredible day. Let’s make this year’s tournament unforgettable! Who’s ready to hit the greens? Drop a ⛳️ in the comments if we’ll see you there! 🔗 Don’t wait—register your team and grab your sponsorship today! https://lnkd.in/gRtMvPvR 🌟Want to put your brand front and center? Sponsorships are available —but they'll sell fast! Gain maximum visibility with options ranging from Title Sponsorship to Hole Contests and even Swag Bag Contributions. Don't wait! Thank you to our early bird sponsors, Putting Green Sponsor: TJ Wies Contracting, Inc., Doug Lakey, Dean Lakey | Food Tent Sponsors: S. M. Wilson & Co., Amanda Bohnert, CPSM, Jennifer K. (Saxton) Hasamear, CPSM, & PARIC Corporation, Kurt Gildehaus, STEPHANIE Jeffries! Kelly Jackson, Rebecca Hale, Tom Estrel, David Kehm, Chris Arb, Todd Jacobs, Jeff Baumgartner, Kyle D. Becker, Justin Bocek, Lisa Jury, Ron Covarrubias, John Davis, Andrew Grosman, Diane Grossenheider, Mike Hanner, Matt Heininger, Mark A. Hubbs, MMgt., Scott Johnson, Jim Klein, PE, Collin Lanam, PMP, Ken Naumann, John Stackpole, Stephen Stremlau, Mike Werdes, Mark Winschel, Michele Chapman, Courtney Dickerson, Marianne Biangardi, MS, BFA, Jeff Stark, Gina Walton IIDA, NCIDQ, RDI, Renee La Bruyere, Michael Wild, Jeremy Wirsche #SLC3 #39thAnnualGolfTournament #SLC3Networking #RegisterNow #SponsorshipOpportunities