Jason Blenker

Jason Blenker

Wausau-Stevens Point Area
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Jason Blenker is a cowboy and a visionary who finds the edge of the frontier a…

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  • My Heroes Don't Wear Capes.

    My Heroes Don't Wear Capes.

    My son is fascinated with superheroes, all of them. Superman, Batman, Spiderman, Mutant Turtles, the list goes on.

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  • Are trade associations going to die?

    Are trade associations going to die?

    Growing up in a family construction business, I learned a lot of both what to do and what not to do from my parents who…

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Experience

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    Wysocki Family Farms

    Bancroft, Wisconsin, United States

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    Amherst, Wisconsin, United States

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    Amherst, WI

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    United States

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    Campbellsport, Wisconsin, United States

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    Amherst, WI

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    Amherst, WI

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    These United States of America

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    Washington D.C. Metro Area

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    Chesapeake, VA

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    Menomonie, WI

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    Plover, WI

Education

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    UW-Stevens Point MBA

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    The UW-Stevens Point MBA is not like other MBAs. The focus is skill development. It’s not just theory; it’s practical, useful, and career-ready. Classes are developed by educators with industry experience to meet employers’ needs. Skills in the most sought-after areas of business including analytics, communication, economics, finance, leadership, management, and marketing.

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    Activities and Societies: UW-Stout Student Construction Association president 1998 & 1999. Member of the NAHB, ABC, AGC, and MCAA

    Aside from working 2 jobs, having an occasional beer, a girlfriend or two, and building houses with the student construction association; I also went to class (most of the time). And graduated (in 4 yrs... with a minor).

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    Activities and Societies: Life's lesson's the hard way.

    Failed, sometimes miserably, but always got back up, dusted off, and tried again.

Licenses & Certifications

Volunteer Experience

  • President

    Little Britches Rodeo of Wisconsin

    - Present 5 years 6 months

    Children

    Youth rodeo association 5 year olds thru graduating seniors. Coaching, mentoring, and guiding kids to be high performers and good citizens.

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    Coordinator, Donor, Laborer

    Operation FINALLY HOME

    - 8 years

    Economic Empowerment

    Operation FINALLY HOME is a national, non-profit organization with a unique network of experienced builders, suppliers, and supporters dedicated to building homes for wounded, ill or injured veterans, surviving spouses and their families. We bring together homebuilders, the military and communities to build custom mortgage-free homes for our heroes, providing a strong foundation to help them move forward with their lives. It is our honor to unite all of those who respect and value the sacrifice…

    Operation FINALLY HOME is a national, non-profit organization with a unique network of experienced builders, suppliers, and supporters dedicated to building homes for wounded, ill or injured veterans, surviving spouses and their families. We bring together homebuilders, the military and communities to build custom mortgage-free homes for our heroes, providing a strong foundation to help them move forward with their lives. It is our honor to unite all of those who respect and value the sacrifice of America’s troops and their families. I have been blessed with the opportunity to be a part of several build projects and the honor to work with many deserving families whom have been the recipients of these homes.

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    Material Donor & Framer

    Habitat for Humanity

    - Present 13 years

    Economic Empowerment

    http://www.bcmcbuild.com/about2011.php

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    2017 & 2020 Campaign Drive Chair

    United Way of Portage County

    - Present 8 years 9 months

    Poverty Alleviation

    Helped to raise a record-breaking $3MM for the United Way of Portage County, which helps to partially fund or support over 40 different programs throughout the community

  • Long Range Planning Committee Memeber

    Tomorrow River School District

    - Present 8 years 9 months

    Education

    Assist the school district with long range planning needs. Think big.

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    Volunteer

    Habitat for Humanity International

    - 4 years 1 month

    Human Rights

  • Member Board Of Directors

    Amherst Area Foundation

    - Present 16 years 9 months

    Civil Rights and Social Action

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    Member Board Of Directors

    National Association of Home Builders

    - Present 11 years 9 months

    Education

  • Wisconsin Builders Association Graphic

    Member Board Of Directors

    Wisconsin Builders Association

    - Present 16 years 9 months

    Education

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    Student Chapter Committee

    Associated Builders and Contractors

    - 7 years 1 month

    Education

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    Executive Committee Member

    SBCA: The Voice of the Structural Building Components Industry

    - Present 13 years 9 months

    Education

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    Construction Advisory Board Member

    University of Wisconsin-Stout

    - Present 21 years 9 months

Publications

  • Home Design: No Limits Panelized Design

    Professional Builder

    Savvy builders know that a panelized building system is the one of the most efficient ways to build a home. Computer-aided design and factory fabrication ensure that everything is straight, true, and level, and greatly reduce the potential for errors in the field. The result is a high-quality home that will retain its beauty and functionality for decades to come.

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    • susan brady
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  • How BIM can work for small Builders

    Professional Builder Magazine

    Until recently, building information modeling has been the domain of big builders. But small- and mid-sized firms are now starting to realize the benefits of using BIM software tools.

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    • Jeff Zagoudis
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  • Professional Builder 40 under 40

    Professional Builder Magazine

    An alligator hunter, break dancer, horse trainer, and former professional basketball player are among home building’s young superstars to be named 40 Under 40 winners for 2012 by the editors of Professional Builder magazine.

    The 40 professionals featured in the following pages represent the next
    generation of leadership and innovation in home building, and they’re all under the age of 40. We proudly present our 40 Under 40 class for 2012.

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  • A Project of Epic Proportions

    Structural Building Components Magazine

    An exciting project we had the pleasure to be involved in. Truly a one of a kind home, built in a beautiful setting. A project our whole company was involved in and proud to be a part of!

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  • Silo Suite

    Structural Building Components Magazine

    Some times thinking outside the box means it's not a box at all...

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  • Jason Blenker Honored with Patriot Award

    Community Spirit

    Dedicated employee nominates Jason Blenker for the high honor of the ESGR's Patriotic Employer award.

    Other authors
    • Steve Ellingbo
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  • Wall Panel Success Is All About the Customer

    Structural Building Components Magazine

    Success in wall panel manufacturing, or any other business for that matter, centers around great people and products.

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  • Blenker Building Systems: Customer Service from the Inside Out

    Structural Building Components Magazine

    Customer focused Blenker Building Systems offers a healthy mix of expertise, product solutions, and execution to deliver value in the building industry.

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Courses

  • Construction Engineering

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  • Construction Management

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  • Electrical Systems

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  • HVAC

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  • Legal Aspects of Construction

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  • Management of Construction

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  • Organizational Leadership

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  • Structural Systems & Engeineering

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Honors & Awards

  • Professional Builder 40 under 40

    Professional Builder Magazine

    The 40 professionals featured in the following pages represent the next
    generation of leadership and innovation in home building, and they’re all under the age of 40. We proudly present our 40 Under 40 class for 2012.

  • Patriotic Employer - ESGR

    Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve

    Support of our Military men & women who serve in the Guard and Reserve units.

  • President's Award

    Golden Sands Home Builder's Association

Organizations

  • National Association of Home Builders

    Chairman of the Building Systems Council, Executive Board

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  • National Framers Council

    Founding Member

    - Present

    The National Framers Council (NFC) will develop and implement best practices to help ensure framers leave the jobsite each day in the same health as they arrived. Mission Statement NFC will develop standards for framing field operations and management to be used as industry best practices, nationally. Our Purpose NFC membership will develop and implement best practices to: Help ensure all framers leave the jobsite the same way they arrived in the morning. Standardize jobsite safety…

    The National Framers Council (NFC) will develop and implement best practices to help ensure framers leave the jobsite each day in the same health as they arrived. Mission Statement NFC will develop standards for framing field operations and management to be used as industry best practices, nationally. Our Purpose NFC membership will develop and implement best practices to: Help ensure all framers leave the jobsite the same way they arrived in the morning. Standardize jobsite safety practices and create common sense based best practice approaches to framing. Develop training tools to increase understanding of all the details necessary to end each project with a quality framing job. Groom industry professionals and create an environment where framing is viewed as a valuable career with professional growth opportunities. Increase knowledge about business management practices and benchmarks.

  • Building Systems Council - NAHB

    Chair, Board of Trustees

    - Present

    The Building Systems Councils (BSC) is the leading resource for the concrete, log, modular, and panelized home building industries. Whether you are a manufacturer, builder, vendor, or consumer, the BSC is here to serve your needs. Target a specific council, or explore general systems-built home information. The BSC aims to educate and inspire through consumer-friendly documents and interactive learning tools. All members of the BSC are active members of NAHB via their local HBA or NAHB…

    The Building Systems Councils (BSC) is the leading resource for the concrete, log, modular, and panelized home building industries. Whether you are a manufacturer, builder, vendor, or consumer, the BSC is here to serve your needs. Target a specific council, or explore general systems-built home information. The BSC aims to educate and inspire through consumer-friendly documents and interactive learning tools. All members of the BSC are active members of NAHB via their local HBA or NAHB International.

  • Amherst Area Foundation

    V.P., Board of Directors

    - Present

    Amherst, WI Area Association is responsible for overseeing the Lettie Jensen Center, a local community center that is committed to supporting Tomorrow River area residents of all ages by providing cultural, social, academic, business, recreational and health-related activities

  • Structural Building Components Association - SBCA

    BCMC Chair, BCMC Build Chair, BCMC Programs Chair

    - Present

    Established in 1983, SBCA has become the only international trade association representing manufacturers of structural building components. Its growing membership also includes truss plate and original equipment manufacturers, computer engineering and other service companies, lumber mills, inspection bureaus, lumber brokers and distributors, builders and professional individuals in the fields of engineering, marketing and management. For more information on the structural building components…

    Established in 1983, SBCA has become the only international trade association representing manufacturers of structural building components. Its growing membership also includes truss plate and original equipment manufacturers, computer engineering and other service companies, lumber mills, inspection bureaus, lumber brokers and distributors, builders and professional individuals in the fields of engineering, marketing and management. For more information on the structural building components industry, see SBCA's Newsroom http://www.sbcindustry.com

  • UW-Stout Construction Advisory Board

    Board of Directors

    - Present

    The University of Wisconsin-Stout Construction Program is committed to excellence in teaching and service for the construction industry. Objectives and purposes of the Construction Program Industry Advisory Board are to: a. Promote and improve the construction profession by education and development of the body of construction knowledge. b. Advance and support the highest quality faculty, educational facilities, and program for students enrolled in the Construction Program. c. Provide liaison…

    The University of Wisconsin-Stout Construction Program is committed to excellence in teaching and service for the construction industry. Objectives and purposes of the Construction Program Industry Advisory Board are to: a. Promote and improve the construction profession by education and development of the body of construction knowledge. b. Advance and support the highest quality faculty, educational facilities, and program for students enrolled in the Construction Program. c. Provide liaison between the Construction Industry and the Construction Program. d. Develop and implement innovative programs that will benefit the construction Program and better serve the Construction Industry. e. Offer advice, counsel, and provide vision for the Construction Program.

  • Golden Sands Home Builders Association

    Board of Directors

    - Present

    Central Wisconsin's local home builder's association serving Stevens Point, Plover, Waupaca, Amherst, Iola, and all of central Wisconsin Communities. Golden Sands Home Builder's Association is the voice of the builders and a source for home buyers.

  • Wisconsin Home Builders Association

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    - Present

    Wisconsin Builders Association is the advocate for home builders, custom home builders, and re-modelers throughout the state of Wisconsin. Educational, leadership, and management opportunities are abundant within the Wisconsin Home Builders Association

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