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.
In addition to this suicide prevention training, Yolanda is also certified to offer Suicide Postvention Training, as well as Substance Misuse and Recovery Friendly Workplaces Training.
Contact Yolanda if you would like to have your employees take any of these crucial trainings.
Member Testimonials
"VitalCog Gatekeeper Training was one of the most impactful trainings I have attended. Yolanda McIntosh delivers critically important content in a way that is both engaging and memorable. Her training style encourages participation and creates a safe environment for meaningful conversations about mental health and suicide prevention. What sets Yolanda apart is her willingness to share her personal experiences. Her authenticity and vulnerability bring the content to life, helping attendees connect with the material on a deeper level. The real-world perspectives she provides make the training more relatable, powerful, and actionable. Yolanda’s passion for the subject, combined with her expertise and engaging facilitation, leaves a lasting impression on participants and reinforces the vital role we all play in recognizing warning signs and supporting those who may be struggling. I highly recommend this training to anyone looking to build confidence and competence in having these important conversations." - Amanda Olson, HR Manager (Martin Marietta)
"On behalf of our entire team, we want to extend our sincere gratitude for taking the time to present the VitalCog training on this important topic of suicide prevention in the workplace. Thank you for sharing not only your expertise and insights, but also your personal experiences and stories. Your openness, honesty, and willingness to discuss your personal experiences helped create a powerful and impactful learning experience for everyone in attendance. The stories you shared from your time working with us added a unique perspective and made the discussion especially relatable and memorable. Your presentation reminded us of the importance of supporting one another, recognizing the signs that someone may be struggling, and fostering a culture of care and compassion. Suicide prevention is a topic we take very seriously, and we greatly appreciate your commitment to helping educate and raise awareness among our team and the entire industry." - Lunda Construction Team
"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