Member Engagement Program

Member Engagement Program

Dedicated to building a healthy future in our Union

The Member Engagement Program (MEP) was launched by the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners (UBC) in 2025 and marks a significant evolution of traditional member committees. This initiative brings all member engagement efforts together under a single, unified framework.

For the Northern Midwest Regional Council of Carpenters, MEP Committees will include all members from apprentices on. By bringing together our most active and committed members, we aim to:

  • Expand union membership and increase market share;
  • Protect good jobs, fair wages, and strong benefits;
  • Strengthen member connection, retention, mentorship, and growth;
  • Build greater collective power and organizing capacity;
  • Create more opportunities for community and political involvement; and
  • Remove barriers to member participation.

Together, we are laying the foundation for a more connected, empowered, and future-ready union.

Reach out to your Local Union office for more details on how to get involved!

Michigan MEP Contacts

Mike Davis

mike.davis@nmrcc.com

Traci Longenbarger

traci.longenbarger@nmrcc.com

Minnesota MEP Contacts

Aaron Hill 

aaron.hill@nmrcc.com


Amanda Heiser 

amanda.heiser@nmrcc.com


Edgar Duran 

edgar.duran@nmrcc.com

South Dakota MEp contact

Antuan Duran 

antuan.duran@nmrcc.com

Wisconsin MEP Contact

Shelley Karlik 

shelley.karlik@nmrcc.com