Yolanda McIntosh, AGC's Director of Organizational Wellbeing & Culture, is certified in Construction Gatekeeper Training, a curriculum by VitalCog. This training is the first nationally-recognized certified training program in suicide prevention in the workplace designed specifically for the construction industry. VitalCog in Construction Gatekeeper Training is designed to cultivate a construction industry community of employees who aspire to eliminate the devastating impact of suicide within their companies. To date, AGC of Minnesota is the only entity certified in Minnesota that offers this training.
Contact Yolanda if you would like to have your employees take this crucial training.
Member Testimonials
"Yolanda recently presented VitalCog training to RJM's field leaders during Construction Suicide Prevention Week and did an incredible job. She is an animated and engaging speaker who leverages her own personal story that hits home to everyone in the audience. Her work is having a positive impact on the heavy mental health challenges faced by our industry - just ask anyone who has had the opportunity to listen to her story!" - Kale Fischer, Safety Director (RJM Construction)
"Yolanda, thank you again for taking the time to speak with our team today. Such a powerful message! We are so grateful that you shared your story with us all..." - Anna Ingemann, Marketing Coordinator (RJM Construction)
"In honor of Construction Suicide Prevention Week, we had the privilege of hosting Yolanda Y McIntosh from the Associated General Contractors of Minnesota for an impactful discussion on mental health. Her powerful message reminded us that safety extends beyond the job site—mental well-being is just as critical. A supportive team culture can make all the difference. Thank you, Yolanda, for the incredible work you do! Let’s keep the conversation going!" - RJM Construction LinkedIn post