
Thursday, September 11, 2025 | 3:00 – 5:00 PM | Smash Park
Behind the Build: Smash Park Project Panel & Happy Hour
Join us for a dynamic panel discussion featuring key project team members behind the Smash Park project in Roseville, MN, one of the region’s most exciting new entertainment and hospitality builds. This is a unique opportunity to hear firsthand from the GC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing partners who brought the vision to life—sharing insights on collaboration, field coordination, project challenges, and lessons learned. Whether you’re in project management, estimating, field operations, or business development, this session offers practical takeaways on how to better align across trades and deliver successful outcomes in fast-paced, high-visibility commercial projects.
After the panel, stick around for a happy hour to meet new faces, reconnect with industry friends, enjoy drinks, and have FUN!
Cost: Members – $15 | Nonmembers – $25 | Students – Free
Location: Smash Park, 1721 County Road C W, Roseville, MN 55113
Schedule: 3:00 pm – Check-in & Networking | 3:15 pm – Program | 4:15 pm – Happy Hour
Registration & Sponsorship
Panelists

Matt Bergmann, Laketown Electric Corporation (Moderator)
Matt is the CEO of Laketown Electric Corporation.

Joe Barblen, B&D Plumbing – Plumbing
B&D Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning has been a family-owned business since 1982, and Joe has been a dedicated member of the team for over 32 years. He began his career as an installer in the Commercial Plumbing Department and, after six years, was promoted to his current role as Commercial Plumbing Project Manager/Estimator and Vice President. Under Joe’s leadership, the department has grown significantly and now includes 16 installers, a second Project Manager/Estimator, and a General Labor Manager. Joe’s experience, vision, and long-standing commitment have been instrumental in driving the department’s continued growth and success.

Steven Fox, Rochon – General Contractor
Steven is a Project Manager at Rochon.

Lewis Johnson, Allan Mechanical – HVAC
A licensed Professional Mechanical Engineer and Master Warm Air/Ventilation license holder with experience in HVAC design build and project management. Lewis has experience in designing HVAC systems for manufacturing cleanrooms, general manufacturing, commercial offices, healthcare facilities, medical office buildings, industrial/agricultural facilities, and retail spaces.
Lewis has 14 years of experience and has been with Allan Mechanical for 7 years.