Wichita, KS -- (ReleaseWire) -- 02/06/2019 -- Build-Pride, a non-profit organization that advocates for and educates Kansans about careers in construction, brings on new partner REW Materials to join the movement.

REW Materials serves 21 states distributing interior and exterior construction products throughout most of the United States. The company emphasizes value-added approaches in offering both specialty and commodity products to commercial and residential building product markets. REW Materials' primary goal is to become the preferred supplier of building materials by providing the highest quality products and services in markets in which they compete.

As a supplier of materials in the construction industry, REW Materials continues to see the demand to drive talent into the industry across many job disciplines within the industry.

"Attracting and training quality employees for any and every career path in the construction trades is vital for the continued success of our own company and the companies we serve," says Buck Morris, Wichita Area Manager for REW Materials. "We're honored to support Build-Pride's engagement with students, parents, educators and veterans all across Kansas, sharing stories of the opportunities that careers in construction provide."

Build-Pride was born in 2016 when a group of construction industry leaders recognized the looming threat they faced in recruiting enough talent to meet forecasted growth in their industry. Together, leaders at Zernco Inc., Hi-Tech Interiors, Harbinger Concrete and Mahaney Roofing provided the seed funding that created Build-Pride, and began a program of reaching out to students, parents and educators across Kansas to create better understanding of the lucrative opportunities provided by a career in the construction trades.

"We are much stronger when we consolidate our efforts and are excited to have REW Materials jump on board to help Kansas move forward in solving this common problem that everyone in our industry faces," says Jason McCracken, COO of Hi-Tech Interiors.

Members of the Board of Directors include:

Ashley Thill- Zernco, Inc.- CEO
Jason McCracken- Hi-Tech Interiors- Chief Operations Officer
Ben Walker - Capital Tile, LLC.- CEO
Scott Ludwick- Harbinger Concrete- CEO

Build-Pride Founding Partners are Zernco Inc., Mahaney Roofing, Hi-Tech Interiors and Harbinger Concrete. Associated Partner companies include Cornejo & Sons, Capital Tile, LLC., and IMA Corporation.

More information about Build-Pride can be found at Build-Pride.com

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Topeka, KS -- (ReleaseWire) -- 10/22/2018 -- October 2018 is Careers in Construction Month!

Joining more than 30 other States, Kansas Governor Jeff Colyer has proclaimed October "Careers in Construction" Month.

The proclamation was made in Topeka on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2018 at the request of BUILD-PRIDE, a Kansas non-profit. In attendance at the signing were Jason McCracken (Hi-Tech Interiors) and Damon Young (Mahaney Roofing).

Both McCracken and Young, along with Ashley Thill (Zernco) and Scott Ludwick (Harbinger Concrete), are the founding members of BUILD-PRIDE. They are all proud members of the Kansas Association of General Contractors and are community leaders that dedicate their time to workforce development and retention within the construction industry.

According to BUILD-PRIDE's Treasurer, Jason McCracken, "BUILD-PRIDE was formed to help tell the story of all the excellent careers available in the construction industry and to connect Educators, Counselors, Parents and Students to those careers."

BUILD-PRIDE Board Member Damon Young added, "We, as an industry, need to partner together to 'tell our story' of the transformative power of hard work and the ways that Careers in Construction can set our students and young adults on a path for a great future. In my opinion, it is all hands on deck to tell the construction story."

To learn more about careers in Construction go to Build-Pride.com or contact the BUILD-PRIDE team at Build-Pride.com/Contact

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Construction Career Advocacy Organization Continues To Gain Momentum To Fill Critically Needed Roles In Kansas Construction Industry

Wichita, KS -- (ReleaseWire) -- 10/22/2018 -- Build-Pride, construction career advocacy organization, continues to gain momentum with the addition of Cornejo & Sons as an Associated Partner Company.

Cornejo & Sons and all their subsidiaries are dedicated to providing quality services and materials to the construction industry in Kansas and throughout the Midwest. Exceeding their customers' expectations and providing resolutions for their construction projects is a top priority for Cornejo & Sons.

"Attracting and training quality employees for a career in the construction trades is vital for the continued growth of Cornejo & Sons," says Jacob Wayman, Business Development Manager at Cornejo & Sons. "We're excited to join our colleagues in supporting the work that Build-Pride is doing to engage students all across Kansas and showcase the opportunities to build a rewarding career in Construction right here in Kansas."

Build-Pride was born in 2016 when a group of construction industry leaders recognized the looming threat they faced in recruiting enough talent to meet forecasted growth in their industry. Together, leaders at Zernco Inc., Hi-Tech Interiors and Mahaney Roofing provided the seed funding that created Build-Pride, and began a program of reaching out to students, parents and educators across Kansas to create better understanding of the lucrative opportunities provided by a career in the construction trades.

"It's exciting to see a leader in the construction industry like Cornejo & Sons join us in the Build-Pride movement," said Ashley Thill, CEO of Zernco Inc. and Board Member at Build-Pride. "When leading construction companies band together, our resources are more effective in solving a common challenge to our industry."

Members of the Board of Directors include:
Ashley Thill- Zernco, Inc.- CEO
Damon Young- Mahaney Roofing- Vice President
Scott Ludwick- Harbinger Concrete- CEO
Jason McCracken- Hi-Tech Interiors- Chief Operations Officer
Michael Greenlee- Retired Sergeant First Class- Build-Pride Chief Ambassador

Build-Pride Founding Partners are Zernco Inc., Mahaney Roofing, Hi-Tech Interiors and Harbinger Concrete. Associated Partner companies include Cornejo & Sons and Diversified Construction.

More information about Build-Pride can be found at Build-Pride.com

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Construction Career Advocacy Organization Connects Students & Other Targeted Groups To Critically Needed Roles In Kansas Construction Industry

Wichita, KS -- (ReleaseWire) -- 08/27/2018 -- Build-Pride has been granted tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code, making contributions donated to Build-Pride fully tax-deductible. Build-Pride is also now eligible to apply for government and foundation grants, which will further broaden its access to resources. This change in status further strengthens Build-Pride's ability to fulfill its mission of connecting talented people to lucrative and fulfilling career opportunities in the construction industry.

Build-Pride was born in 2016 when a group of construction industry leaders recognized the looming threat they faced in recruiting enough talent to meet forecasted growth in their industry. Together, leaders at Zernco Inc., Hi-Tech Interiors and Mahaney Roofing provided the seed funding that created Build-Pride, and began a program of reaching out to students, parents and educators across Kansas to create a better understanding of the lucrative opportunities provided by a career in the construction trades.

"We saw a major disconnect between the perception we encountered with students and the reality of personal and financial success we saw every day in our industry," said Ashley Thill, CEO of Zernco Inc. "Along the way we've encountered many other organizations and individuals who have expressed interest in supporting our cause, so becoming a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization made a lot of sense."

Members of the Board of Directors include:

Ashley Thill- Zernco, Inc.- CEO
Damon Young- Mahaney Roofing- Vice President
Scott Ludwick- Harbinger Concrete- CEO
Jason McCracken- Hi-Tech Interiors- Chief Operations Officer
Michael Greenlee- Retired Sergeant First Class- Build-Pride Chief Ambassador

The Build-Pride Tax Identification Number (EID) is 82-3682464. The IRS letter granting Build-Pride its 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status is available upon request. Donation inquiries can be sent to shobbs@build-pride.com.

More information about Build-Pride can be found at https://Build-Pride.com.

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