Build Reuse Affinity Groups (BRAG) are an opportunity for Build Reuse members to get together, ask questions and learn from each other. The Reuse Operations BRAG focuses on managing day-to-day operations, including reuse retail, deconstruction, sourcing/receiving materials and any other aspect of business operations. It is intended for COOs, directors of operations, reuse center, deconstruction, donation/material and other managers.

Salvage, Soft-Strip, Skimming…aka, the removal of reusable, non-structural materials from commercial or residential spaces slated for remodel or demolition. Kitchen cabinets, doors, architectural elements, flooring…we’ve all experimented with salvaging different types of materials. When is it worth it to invest labor to pull materials, both from a economic and mission perspective? Can we charge for these services and when does it make sense to pay for the opportunity to salvage. This conversation will be a chance to hear from others who salvage materials, what they salvage and why they do it.

BRAGs are limited to 10 attendees per meeting. If a meeting reaches capacity, an additional BRAG may be added for that month. Attendees must be Build Reuse members in good standing. Non-members may attend one meeting per year.

To register, email membership@buildreuse.org and indicate which BRAG you would like to attend.