february 2012 houston builder

Builder H O U S T O N

FEBRUARY 2012

The Official Magazine of the Greater Houston Builders Association • www.ghba.org

Also in this issue:

Realtor Corner: Why MLS Makes Sense for New Construction

Meet the 2012 Board of Directors

Chesmar Homes and NewQuest Properties Break Ground on 'Home for Good'

Jobsite sAfety"It Just Makes Sense"

Dotzour's 2012 forecast A Texas homebuilder’s perspective on the economy

opportunity CAlls!GHBA Launches Young Professionals Committee

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FEATURES

February 2012|Volume 25|Number 2The Official Magazine of the Greater Houston Builders Association

Departments6 President’s Message8 Government Affairs28 Education Calendar30 New Members & Renewals31 New Member Profiles34 HOME-PAC Roster36 Sales & Marketing Council36 Housing Activity Survey 38 Associate Council39 Custom Builders Council39 Montgomery County Division40 Remodelors Council42 Sustaining Associate Members43 Bay Area Builders Association47 Calendar of Events

Upcoming Events11 International Builders Show 12 Chili Cookoff16 GHBA Spring Golf Tournament35 Million Dollar Circle Awards21 HomeAid Houston Charity Golf31 Speed Selling Event

6 president’s Message: safety, it's Just Common senseA serious injury at your job site may seem unlikely, but it is actually pretty common. When these horrific events occur, not only is it very expensive, but also ruins someone’s life. When worst happens, one has to ask himself if everything reasonable was done to prevent the accident.

8 business & investing in a World of exogenous shockDr. Mark G. Dotzour, chief economist for the Texas A&M Real Estate Center, offers a homebuilder’s perspective on the economy. Learn how global and national trends are influencing the normal growth and prosperity of the Texas economy.

14 strong leadership = A strong AssociationMeet the newest members of the 2012 GHBA board of directors. This is part two of a two-part series profiling the association leadership.

18 benefit homes updateChesmar Homes and NewQuest Properties are preparing to break ground on the first GHBA Benefit Home for 2012. Chesmar Homes will be constructing its 3,400 sq. ft. Apollo Plan in the NewQuest community of The Reserve at Brazos Town Center.

20 We love our spikes!Top membership recruiters are the heart and soul of the GHBA. The association would like to recognize the individuals who reached a major SPIKE milestone in 2011.

21 GhbA launches young professionals CommitteeThe newly formed Young Professionals Committee will offer educational, networking and career growth opportunities for young professionals in the homebuilding industry. Spread the news and encourage your employees to get involved!

24 "take a Minute" for homeAid houston newsHomeAid Houston was joined by Legend Homes/Princeton Classic Homes at the ground breaking of a 7,400 sq. ft. residential facility to be built for Gracewood.

26 realtor Corner: Why post new homes on the Mls?You might think, "I already have my own website. Why use MLS?" Why not piggy back on a site that consumers and Realtors already use extensively to increase your exposure, and drive even more traffic to your site!

Advertising/Editorial Information:Contact Brittany Feldmann at (832) 215-7232 or [email protected]. Houston Builder encourages members to submit articles for publication. Articles should relate to members and to the homebuilding industry. For questions or to submit a letter to the editor, email [email protected].

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Greater Houston Builders Association MissionTo provide advocacy, education, and meaningful services to benefit its members and the housing industry.

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CounCil presiDents & CoMMittee ChAirsAmbassador Committee – Judy Crain-BonicaAssociate Council – Tony BoilekBenefit Homes Committee – Don KleinCodes & Standards Committee – Dave YelovichCommunity Developers Council – Ed TaravellaCustom Builders Council – Scott Sage, GMBEducation Committee – Brandon ButlerGovernment Affairs Committee – Lisa ClarkGreen Built Gulf Coast – Bruce Okruhlik & Nicole KeownHOME-PAC – Jim HolcombHomeAid Board President – Mark WelchMembership Committee – Denny PattersonPast President’s Council – Mike Dishberger, GMBRemodelors Council – John Gillette, CGR, GMB, CAPSRetention Committee – Brian HagenSales & Marketing Co. – Lona ShippVolume Builders Committee – Jeff DyeYoung Professionals Committee – Lawrence Dean

GhbA Division presiDentsBay Area Builders Association – Ron MartinMontgomery County Division – Susan Severa

GhbA stAff MAIN PHONE: (281) 970-8970

Executive Vice President and CEO Toy Wood, JD, CAE, CGA, CGP - ext. 150 [email protected] Operating Officer Joshua Dick - ext. 140 [email protected] Affairs & Communications Specialist Maggie Yancey - ext. 142 [email protected] Affairs Coordinator Donna Buenik - ext. 141 [email protected] - Print & Web Brittany Feldmann - (832) 215-7232 [email protected] Director Lisa Pepitone - ext. 110 [email protected] Coordinator Vilma Bonilla - ext. 111 [email protected] Events Director Melvina Audain - ext. 130 [email protected] & Councils Director Karen Krenek - ext. 171 [email protected] and Career Services Director Peggy Means, CGA - ext. 161 [email protected] Lisa Gentry, CPA - ext. 120 [email protected] Accountant Lincoya Ferguson - ext. 121 [email protected] Area Builders Association Manager Liz Newman, CGB, CGP, GMB - (281) 889-0124 [email protected] Manager Janet Todd - ext. 100 [email protected] Relations Director Terry Swenson - (281) 382-9977 [email protected] Houston Executive Director and CEO Bette Moser, CAPS, CGP, CGA - ext. 145 [email protected] Director of Marketing & Special Events Lea Pipitone - ext. 170 [email protected] Administrative Assistant Judith Drummond - ext. 199 [email protected]

presiDentiAl Appointees

Will holDerPRESIDENT

MiKe DishberGer, GMb PAST PRESIDENT

John MADsen, CpATREASURER

toy WooD, JD, CAeExECUTIVE VP & CEO

Rocky Flores, Datasmart / Duncan SecurityJim Lemming, Partners In BuildingKathleen Stadler, Eric L. Davis EngineeringKeith Rodgers, CGA, CSP, CGP, J Williams StaffingJim Wyatt, MasterBrand Cabinets

GhbA boArD of DireCtors

GhbA’s tAb DireCtorsAdam Bakir, P.E., GMBLisa ClarkKC Cox, CGA, CAPS, CGPMike Dishberger, GMBRussel Garrison Suzi Haynie, CGA, CSP, CGBWill Holder Jeff Hunt, GMB, CGR, CAPS, CGPBarry KahnHarry Masterson Bill Shaw, CGR, GMB, CAPSKathleen Stadler

tAb AlternAte DireCtorsKevin Frankel, CGP Scott Frankel, CGB, GMB, CGP, Master CGPAllen Griffin, CGR, GMB, CAPS, CGP Stephen Hann, CGR, GMB, GMR, CGPKathy HowardKeith Rodgers, CGA, CSP, CGP Ron Rohrbacher Scott von Gonten, CGA

tAb life DireCtorsRandy Bayer, GMB Randy Birdwell Ronny CarrollJonathon Casada, GMB, CAPSJim Frankel, GMB Mike KarmCharlie Leyendecker Andy LoydEmilio Silvestri

GhbA’s nAhb DireCtorsRandy Bayer, GMBLisa ClarkKC Cox, CGA, CAPS, CGPMike Dishberger, GMBSuzi Haynie, CSP, CGA, CGBWill HolderJeff Hunt, GMB, CGR, CAPS, CGP Barry Kahn Harry MastersonBill Shaw, CGR, GMB, CAPSScott von Gonten, CGADavid Walton

stAte nAhb representAtiveEddie Martin, JD, CPA, GMB

nAhb AlternAte DireCtorAdam Bakir

nAhb life DireCtorsJonathon Casada, GMB, CAPSStephen Hann, CGR, GMB, GMR, CGPMike Manners Tom Richey, MIRM, CMP

nAhb senior life DireCtorsRandy BirdwellEmilio Silvestri

hArry MAstersonVICE PRESIDENT

Tony Boilek, The Sherwin Williams Paint Co.Jonathon Casada, GMB, CAPS, Jonathon Custom Estate HomesBill Dalton, Darling HomesDavid Daniels, GMB, CGR, CAPS, CGP, 3D Builders, LLCLawrence Dean, CDS Market ResearchMike Dishberger, GMB, Sandcastle Homes, Inc.Clayton Farmer, HERS, LEED AP, GBV, GBE, CEA, LEED-H GR, IECC, GBI, Bluegill Energy ManagementKevin Frankel, CGP, Frankel Building GoupJohn Gillette, CGR, GMB, CAPS, Craftsmanship By John, Inc. Stephen Hann, CGR, GMB, GMR, CGP, Hann BuildersWill Holder, Trendmaker HomesJeff Hunt, CGR, GMB, CAPS, CGP, Heritage Construction ServicesLeslie King, Greymark Construction Company / Greymark ExpressJohn Madsen, CPA, Parmet, Chapman & Madsen, PCRon Martin, Grand View BuildersHarry Masterson, Cernus Development LLCMike Moody, Newmark Homes David Ondrasek, BMC Building MaterialsDenny Patterson, Airtron HoustonMickey Pizzitola, Triumph Homes Keith Rodgers, CGA, CSP, CGP, JWilliams Staffing Scott Sage, GMB, Sage Built HomesSusan Severa, The Johnson Development CompanyLona Shipp, BridgelandEmilio Silvestri, Silvestri Investments, Inc.Ed Taravella, TARACORPSean Vitelli, CGA, GMB, CGP, Bonded Builders Home Warranty Jim Wyatt, MasterBrand Cabinets

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True professionals have the right equipment to perform the work for which they were hired. Sounds simple, and it is.

If a man is only as good as his tools, and the quality of our homes is only as good as the subcontractors we hire, then we better hire some good men with some good tools.

No builder would knowingly hire a subcontractor with old ladders with the feet broken off, tattered extension cords, saws with raggedy old blades or any rigged tools with some of the manufacturers’ designed-in components broken off.

Or would we?

If a builders stands on his job site and watches the people he hired trying to do their work with old, broken down equipment, then guess what Sergeant Schultz, the “I know nothing” approach to safety translates itself throughout the quality of the home.

The builder sets the standard for professionalism on the job site. There are lots of ways to set that standard. We expect our subcontractors to have the proper insurance, to arrive on the agreed day with experienced crew members and the proper equipment to work efficiently, and to leave the job clean when finished.

I have found a direct correlation between the professionalism and preparedness of our subcontractors and the quality of the home built. The best subcontractors know how to do their job, and they know what they need in order to do the job well. Hire true professionals

and safety is easy, it comes naturally.

A serious injury at your job site may seem unlikely, but it is actually pretty common. Permanent and debilitating injuries, as well as deaths, can and do occur on homebuilding job sites. I can give personal testimony to this fact. When these horrific events occur, not only is it very expensive, but also ruins someone’s life. When worst happens, one has to ask himself if everything reasonable was done to prevent the accident. If you are Sergeant Schultz, the answer is NO.

At Trendmaker, where I work, we promote a culture of safety, a culture of common sense. We expect our subcontractors to be as professional about their careers as we are about ours. If they use a ladder to do their work, then the ladder should have both feet on it and be in good condition. If they are painting, then they should use the appropriate breathing mask for a painter. If they are cutting brick with a masonry saw, then they need to wear protective eye wear. If they are going to climb 20 feet in the air on scaffolding and load it with 1,000 pounds of brick, then the scaffolding should be erected correctly.

We not only expect the subcontractor to work professionally, but if we see them doing otherwise, we speak out and tell them. Our subcontractors are gaining understanding of this,

and every day it gets a little bit easier to have clean and safe job sites.

I b e l i e v e s a f e t y is an indicator of p r o f e s s i o n a l i s m , and I believe that professionals build better homes. It is just that simple. It’s just common sense.

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On Tuesday, January 10, Dr. Mark G. Dotzour, chief economist for the Texas A&M Real Estate Center, offered a homebuilder’s

perspective on the economy at GHBA’s annual Forecast Luncheon. Nearly 700 members were in attendance to learn how global and national trends are influencing the normal growth and prosperity of the Texas economy.

Dr. Dotzour summarized his economic model stating homebuilding is likely to increase modestly in 2012. The Houston landscape facilitates such growth due to our quality job growth, low mortgage rates, affordable houses, sustained rent increases in apartments, and foreign investors buying homes to park money in America.

He further emphasized a need for the business community to assess what he calls ‘exogenous shocks’ hindering an economic rebound. At this stage in the recession, Americans should be seeing substantial job growth and a robust recovery, Dotzour explained. But this is not the case.

Dr. Dotzour articulated that it’s agreed that an area lacking in the economy is single-family housing, and in particular new residential. Construction

jobs from residential housing are a key trigger for an economic rebound.

“Everyone agrees that it’s housing,” he said, “but no one wants to do anything about it except modify delinquent mortgages.” He explained that it’s the only plan that has been in motion and it hasn’t been successful and doubted any future success.

Exogenous shocks come out of nowhere. No one can plan for them, and they have unknown repercussions, Dotzour explained. Under stable conditions you can plan, execute and profit. “Our Congress’s job is to create an environment for business that is stable,” he adds.

“And what happens when you live in an environment where there are continuous exogenous shocks?” Dr. Dotzour asked. “Nothing, and you hoard cash.” Currently there is $2 to $3 trillion in business balance sheets.

Profits are up and the Houston region is boasting job growth, cheap mortgage money and positive home price appreciation. (There is no price appreciation but no declines either and no declines on the horizon.) This provides a strong

By MAGGIE YANCEY, GHBA Government Affairs and Communications Specialist

You Have a Voice with GAC!

If you have questions about this article or would like to get involved on the Government Affairs Committee, call (281) 970-8970, ext. 142 or email Maggie at [email protected].

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business & investing in a World of exogenous shock

The 2012 forecast by Dr. Mark G. Dotzour


economic outlook. And according to Dr. Dotzour’s economic model, he says he should be telling the building industry they would be selling enormous amounts of homes in 2012.

“But the economic reality is that we have created an environment of lightning bolts in Washington, D.C. that are scaring people off, and the economic models aren’t working so well right now.”

He then outlined an agenda of things demanding the attention of the building industry that limits the construction of new homes.

Mortgage lenders have voiced fear of penalties and misunderstanding under the Dodd-Frank laws as reasons for holding loans even though buyers qualify. Under normal conditions, individuals with an FHA minimum FICO score of 630 qualify for loans. However, most banks are only giving loans to individuals with a FICO score of 730. Under the Dodd-Frank, if the bank makes a $50,000 to $100,000 FHA loan that goes bad, the FHA can fine the banks up to $30,000.

“That means there are a lot of people with a little impaired credit who are not getting a loan who could do it by the guidelines,” said Dr. Dotzour. “The trick is finding out how to get some of these land mines out of the system so that we can at least sell

houses to people who are qualified to buy them.”

Right now, he explained, the Federal Reserve only knows how to keep making rates cheaper. “The problem is, with all of those lightning bolts and uncertainties, you can have interest rates at one percent and I’m not sure people would buy a house right now,” said Dr. Dotzour.

"The cool thing is only 11 banks out of 587 in the State of Texas are now over their limit of their capacity to make real-estate loans,” said Dr. Dotzour. “That is the best good news you’re going to hear today, because you must have capacity.”

However, in order for the building industry to start building homes again we must address our huge excess of 4.5 to 6 million homes that need to be foreclosed on or purchased by investors for rental property. Dr. Dotzour said our government would do us a favor by clearing the housing market by incentivizing the purchase of foreclosed homes such as they did in the early 1980s. “Until your government cleans up the foreclosed housing market in this country, no one is going to want to buy a house," he added.

Dotzour emphasized these factors are

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why we are not in a big economic recovery, and must be addressed before we can grow and expand in this country. “It is up to the men and women who represent you in Washington D.C. to create an environment that will allow for businesses to thrive and compete in a global economy," he emphasized in closing. (For Dr. Dotzour’s full presentation, please visit: bit.ly/dotzour2012.)

Your involvement and voice are essential for the building industry’s political engagement. Please consider the many opportunities you have at the GHBA to get your voice heard.

Make your voice heard

The GHBA is actively engaged in government affairs at the local, state and federal level of government, and including the surrounding Houston municipalities and counties.

GHBA’s political action committee, HOME-PAC, directs financial support of the homebuilding industry and is committed to protecting housing affordability and consumer choices. Through your contribution to HOME-PAC, we are able to pool our resources and unite to support the best-qualified, pro-housing candidates for local and state office.

As an added benefit, HOME-PAC Trustees and Sustaining Members are invited to join their elected officials at special events throughout the year at no additional cost. These events provide an exclusive opportunity to meet face to face with the decision-makers in the greater Houston area and have some of these hard conversations about the issues important to the livelihood of the industry.

The GHBA’s Government Affairs Committee works closely with the Texas Association of Builders (TAB) on state issues and has direct contact with our elective delegation. Although the program's primary focus is at the state and local levels, the committee monitors and provides input on federal legislation and agency activity directly to our federal officials and through the National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB).

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CORRECTION

In the January 2012 issue of Houston Builder, we incorrectly identified one of our "Adopt-a-Family" Project elf sponsors.

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The GHBA releases calls to action throughout the year, and your prompt response and attention to these items are crucial to our legislative well-being. To find out who represents you, please visit: www.fyi.legis.state.tx.us/. This upcoming November 2012, there will be an election for many seats including: presidential, congressional, State Senate and Representative, and some additional statewide seats. Register to vote today, if you have not already, at https://webservices.sos.state.tx.us/vrapp/index.asp.

Curbing Metal theft

The Volume Builders Committee has continued its efforts to alleviate the monstrous metal and copper issue in the Houston region. It is not only impacting the building industry, but also the telecommunications industry and everyday citizens.

The GHBA will work with Harris County and other surrounding counties to implement a program similar to the City of Houston to the county commissioners. Please contact Donna Buenik at [email protected] or 281-970-8970 ext. 141 if you would like to learn more.

If you become aware of an issue or item of interest, please contact Maggie Yancey, GHBA Government Affairs and Communications Specialist at [email protected] or call (281)-970-8970 ext. 142.

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PHOTO BELOW: Jay Guerro, U.S. Senator John Cornyn’s

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COMPANY:_______________________________________Team Name: ____________________________________________

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The Best Red Chili,The Best Green Chili,The Best Salsa (Team Cost: $250) AND:The Best Homemade Ice Cream benefiting HomeAid® Teams Cost: $50

THANK YOU TO OUR CURRENT SPONSORS

• RED HOT CHILI PEPPER SPONSORWrist Band Sponsor — SOLD!Suncoast Post-Tension

• WATERING HOLE SPONSORBeverage Sponsor — SOLD!Builders Post-Tension

• CHUCK WAGON SPONSORJudging Area Sponsor — SOLD!The Stevenson Group

• WRANGLER SPONSOR — SOLD!BMC

• PONY EXPRESS SPONSOR — SOLD!Perfection Wholesale

• BANDANA SPONSOR — SOLD!BISON

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Feb. 16th

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Greater houston builders Association – building a better future | houston builder | februAry 2012 13 832-491-6800

DESIGN BY:

Awards:1st Place2nd Place3rd Place

in each catagoryTICKETS:

$10Pre-sale

$15 at thedoor

FLOORS,INC.

6450 BINGLE RD.

HOU., TX 77092

FIRE UP YOUR TEAM NOW!

Thurs., Feb. 16th • 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

FAX THIS REGISTRATION WITH PAYMENT TO (281) 970-8971 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT PEGGY MEANS AT (281) 970-8970 X-161 or [email protected]

COMPANY:_______________________________________Team Name: ____________________________________________

Team Captain: ____________________________Emaill: _______________________________Phone: ____________________

Team Members: 1.________________________________________ 2. ______________________________________________

3.________________________________________ 4.______________________________________________

PLEASE CHECK THE CATAGORIES YOU WISH TO ENTER: Red Chili Green Chili Salsa Homemade Ice Cream

INDIVIDUAL TICKETS $10 each (pre-sale): Number of tickets: ________ at $10 ea. = _________TOTAL [Tickets are $15. at door.]

TEAM ENTRIES DUE NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2012

Check Enclosed Charge my Credit Card: AMEX VISA MC

Card #_______________________________________________ Exp: ____________

Name on Card: ______________________________________Signature: ____________________________________

The Best Red Chili,The Best Green Chili,The Best Salsa (Team Cost: $250) AND:The Best Homemade Ice Cream benefiting HomeAid® Teams Cost: $50

THANK YOU TO OUR CURRENT SPONSORS

• RED HOT CHILI PEPPER SPONSORWrist Band Sponsor — SOLD!Suncoast Post-Tension

• WATERING HOLE SPONSORBeverage Sponsor — SOLD!Builders Post-Tension

• CHUCK WAGON SPONSORJudging Area Sponsor — SOLD!The Stevenson Group

• WRANGLER SPONSOR — SOLD!BMC

• PONY EXPRESS SPONSOR — SOLD!Perfection Wholesale

• BANDANA SPONSOR — SOLD!BISON

NEW EVENT DATE:

Feb. 16th

Exclusive Sponsorships still available!Contact Peggy Means at:

[email protected] 281-970-8970

Contact Peggy Means for more info at: [email protected] or 281-970-8970

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The strength of the association is a direct reflection of its leadership. As

we look forward to 2012, GHBA would like to introduce you to some of its key members—the incoming board of directors. These professionals come from all sectors of the building industry. Together they volunteer countless hours to the association, helping shape policy, drive growth, and lead the charge for education and advocacy.

The GHBA board of directors is comprised of 30 members, each with unique strengths and points of view to contribute. Here we will profile the new members joining the board. We invite you to get to know your leadership, starting here.

This is part two of a two-part series.

tony boilekTony Boilek is the account executive fo r t h e S h e r w i n -W i l l i a m s P a i n t Company, Houston Homebuilder Market. Having worked for the Sherwin-Williams Company for 22 years,

he is accomplished in store management and outside sales. His current job title allows him to be focused on market specific products, marketing and training programs for Houston and Texas area homebuilders.

Tony has been involved with the GHBA for 10 years. During that time he has had the opportunity to serve on a variety of committees and boards including: Education Committee, Ambassador Committee, Green Building Committee, HomeAid board of directors (5 years), Bay Area Builders Association, GHBA Executive Committee (2012), and GHBA Associate Leadership board (current president).

Tony’s involvement with the GHBA has allowed him to be not only successful in the business world, but more importantly in the development of lifelong relationships with those in this great organization.

Tony and his wife Julie are blessed with five children (yours, mine and ours): Heather, 25; Amber, 23; Taylor,19; Brittany,16; and Ryan, 7. The Boilek family remains active in church, community and with the attitude that, “We only go around once so make the best of it.” Sports is a big part of the family including NASCAR, football (Roll

Tide Roll #1), S.E.C., the Texans and fishing. The Boilek family makes their home in Quail Valley, Missouri City Texas.

bill DaltonBill Dalton, vice president Land at Darling Homes, h a s b e e n a c t i v e l y involved with GHBA for many years. He is an avid supporter of HOME-PAC, and serves o n t h e Co m m u n i t y

Developers Council and the Volume Builders Council, volunteering for task forces on a regular basis.

Dave ondrasekDave Ondrasek has been in the home building industry for 40 years, and has worked with builders, architects and designers in the Houston area for 30 years. Dave currently serves as BMC

Building Materials’ market manager for Houston and is also the vice president of all of BMC’s 20 millwork operations located in nine states. He is a longtime

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supporter of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (HLSR), sitting on the Rodeo Group Ticket Sales Committee for 18 years and serving on the Armed Forces Committee for the last three.

Mickey pizzitolaMickey Pizzitola is co-founder and co-president o f Tr i u m p h H o m e s, a production builder active in several master planned communities in the greater Houston

area. Prior to founding Triumph Homes, Mickey served as the South Texas region president of Meritage Homes Corporation. When originally hired by Legacy Homes in 1998, the Houston division was in a start-up mode. During his tenure, he grew the region from one community and 40 sales in his first year, to 46 communities and sales of 1,650 units in 2006. Mickey

successfully managed the integration of Hammonds Homes Houston operations as a result of this 2002 acquisition by Meritage Homes. Prior to working for Meritage Homes Corporation, Mickey was the founder and president of Legend Home Corporation, the division president of the Northwest Division for Royce Homes, the division manager for Trammel Crow Company, and an area production manager for Westbury Homes.

Mickey has been a member of the GHBA since 1988 and served as the association’s president in 2002.

Jim WyattJim Wyatt, MasterBrand Cabinets, has been active with the GHBA for several years in many capacities.

“I have found the time

to be both fulfilling and rewarding to me, not only professionally but personally as well,” he says of his membership.

Jim is currently a member of the Volume Builders Committee and was also a 2011 Executive Committee appointee. A past president of the Associate Council, he currently sits on the board and also chairs the council’s annual Barbeque Cookoff Committee.

He was a Custom Builders Council board member in 2009, and has been an active member of HOME-PAC for several years. He also enjoys volunteering time helping with membership drives and attending events from SMC networkings to RMC functions.

“ I am truly passionate about my involvement with the Associate Council, Volume Builders Council and the Executive Committee, and am honored to continue in a leadership capacity in 2012,” he adds.

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5,000 PUTTING CONTEST SPONSOR - $500 (SOLD OUT) Thank you to: Perfection Supply

DRIVING RANGE SPONSOR - $500 (Exclusive)Company name on Driving range

DOOR PRIZES!Premium Golf GiftCompany recognized as a SponsorOpportunity to attached business card to raffle item

HOLES SPONSORSHIPS:Each Hole Sponsorship include signage and the opportunity for a representative from your company to spot the hole.

• $30,000 HOLE IN ONE SPONSOR - $700 (SOLD OUT) Thank you to: Suncoast Post-Tension

• $15,000 HOLE IN ONE SPONSOR - $500 (SOLD OUT) Thank you to: The Stevenson Group

• LONGEST DRIVE SPONSOR: - (1 Avail.)Thank you to: Builders Post-Tension

• STRAIGHTEST DRIVE SPONSOR: - $350 (1 Avail.)

• CLOSEST TO THE PIN: - $350 (SOLD OUT)Thank you to: PPG Pittsburg Paints , Custom Electronics

• TIGER DRIVE SPONSOR: - $350 (SOLD OUT)Thank you to: Kwikset / Baldwin

• INDIVIDUAL HOLE SPONSOR: - $300 (Unlimited)Thank you to: BMC Building Materials, Davey Resource Group,Huber Engineered Woods, Icon Real Estate, Morrison Supply, HomeTeam Pest Defense

Our idea of Drive time.

“Mahalo” (Thank you) to all our

current sponsors!

GOLF CARTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR RENTAL. SPONSORS MUST PROVIDE THIER OWN TENTS AND CHAIRS.

All sponsorships offer inclusion in all promotional materials, signage at the event, listing on the Associates page of www.GHBA.org, listed in Houston Builder magazine post event and inclusion of items (provided by company) in the golfer’s goodie bags. Tents & chairs are provided by company.

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2012 Spring Golf Tournament: PLEASE RESPOND NO LATER THAN TUESDAY, MARCH 1, 2012 FOR SPONSORSHIP.

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______YES, PLEASE RESERVE A CART FOR ME ($25) _______NO, I WILL NOT NEED A CART.

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Wed., Mar. 7, 2012

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LUNCH SPONSOR - $1,000 (Exclusive)Opportunity to speak to all attendees. Lunch sponsor will speak before the awards program

BEVERAGE CART SPONSOR: - $500 Thank you to: Masco Environments for Living, StrucSure Home Warranty, The Bath & Kitchen Showplace

CART SPONSOR: - $500 (SOLD OUT)Thank you to: Datasmart/Duncan Security, Roy O. Martin Lumber Co.

5,000 PUTTING CONTEST SPONSOR - $500 (SOLD OUT) Thank you to: Perfection Supply

DRIVING RANGE SPONSOR - $500 (Exclusive)Company name on Driving range

DOOR PRIZES!Premium Golf GiftCompany recognized as a SponsorOpportunity to attached business card to raffle item

HOLES SPONSORSHIPS:Each Hole Sponsorship include signage and the opportunity for a representative from your company to spot the hole.

• $30,000 HOLE IN ONE SPONSOR - $700 (SOLD OUT) Thank you to: Suncoast Post-Tension

• $15,000 HOLE IN ONE SPONSOR - $500 (SOLD OUT) Thank you to: The Stevenson Group

• LONGEST DRIVE SPONSOR: - (1 Avail.)Thank you to: Builders Post-Tension

• STRAIGHTEST DRIVE SPONSOR: - $350 (1 Avail.)

• CLOSEST TO THE PIN: - $350 (SOLD OUT)Thank you to: PPG Pittsburg Paints , Custom Electronics

• TIGER DRIVE SPONSOR: - $350 (SOLD OUT)Thank you to: Kwikset / Baldwin

• INDIVIDUAL HOLE SPONSOR: - $300 (Unlimited)Thank you to: BMC Building Materials, Davey Resource Group,Huber Engineered Woods, Icon Real Estate, Morrison Supply, HomeTeam Pest Defense

Our idea of Drive time.

“Mahalo” (Thank you) to all our

current sponsors!

GOLF CARTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR RENTAL. SPONSORS MUST PROVIDE THIER OWN TENTS AND CHAIRS.

All sponsorships offer inclusion in all promotional materials, signage at the event, listing on the Associates page of www.GHBA.org, listed in Houston Builder magazine post event and inclusion of items (provided by company) in the golfer’s goodie bags. Tents & chairs are provided by company.

Spend the day networking while playing golf with your associates!

832-491-6800

Contact Peggy Means at [email protected] or 281-970-8970 for more info.

2012 Spring Golf Tournament: PLEASE RESPOND NO LATER THAN TUESDAY, MARCH 1, 2012 FOR SPONSORSHIP.

I would like to participate as a __________________________________________SPONSOR for $ ________________NAME: ________________________________________________________________________________________PHONE: ____________________________________ EMAIL: ____________________________________________Company Name: ________________________________________________________________________________

(EXACTLY AS YOU WOULD LIKE IT TO APPEAR ON SIGNAGE)

______YES, PLEASE RESERVE A CART FOR ME ($25) _______NO, I WILL NOT NEED A CART.

Check Enclosed Charge my Credit Card: AMEX VISA MC Card #_______________________________________________ Exp: ____________Name on Card: ________________________________________________________Signature: ____________________________________________________________

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Chesmar homes and newQuest properties team up for 2012 benefit homes project

BENEFIT HOMES PROJECT"Home for Good"

Chesmar Homes and NewQuest Properties are preparing to break ground on the first Greater Houston Builders Association Benefit Home for 2012.

The Benefit Homes Project (BHP) is a charity sponsored by the GHBA.

Chesmar Homes will be constructing its 3,400 sq. ft. Apollo Plan in the NewQuest community of The Reserve at Brazos Town Center in Rosenberg. This is the fourth home that Chesmar Homes has built for the Benefit Homes Project.

“Chesmar has been a huge supporter of the GHBA and this fundraiser,” said Don Klein, president of Chesmar Homes. “I began my involvement with the fundraiser with the first home we built. From there, I became the Benefit Homes Project chairman and the entire Chesmar team stepped

up to help without hesitation. They also contributed their time during the years we didn’t build a home, a true reflection of their shared vision that defines the Project. We are looking forward to working with NewQuest in their growing community, The Reserve at Brazos Town Center.”

Each year two luxury homes are built for the Benefit Homes Project with materials and services that are donated by GHBA members. The homes are sold at market value and the proceeds are donated to four worthy local organizations—Texas Children’s Cancer Center, the Alzheimer’s Association, HomeAid Houston and your very own Greater Houston Builders Association. Since the Project began 32 years ago, more than $7 million has been raised. Chesmar Homes is donating the construction management and NewQuest Properties donated the homesite.


Chesmar homes

Chesmar Homes began sales in August of 2005 with only five home plans. The home offering was a starter entry into a market on the brink of difficulty. Under veteran industry professional Don Klein's leadership, the company has grown to include sales of six product series with more than 45 home plans. The homes range in price from the $150s to the $350s, in 15 communities all around Houston. The company also introduced a Central Texas division in 2009 based in San Antonio.

Chesmar, an Energy Star builder since inception, has become recognized for building high performance into its homes, calling it new home MPG [Modern Design - Performance Guaranteed - Green Certified]. Each Chesmar home undergoes at least 12 third party inspections to achieve the Energy Star 3.0, as well as Environments for Living-Platinum, and Green Certifications.

Locally owned Chesmar Homes recently celebrated its 2,000th closed home, received two GHBA Houston's Best awards and was ranked among the top 100 builders in 2011 by Builder Magazine.

the reserve at brazos town Center

The Reserve at Brazos Town Center is a master planned, 546-acre development, with approximately 3,200 feet of frontage on Highway 59 in Rosenberg, Texas.

The Reserve at Brazos Town Center is a “Life Essential Town Center” integrating 100 acres of retail with approximately 620 high-end multi-family units, 150 townhomes, 251 patio homes, 443 single family homes, and a medical/professional office park—all interconnected with parks, trail systems, lakes and fountains.

This unique development is strategically positioned as the “gateway” to the rapidly growing towns of Rosenberg and Richmond, with more than 36 new subdivisions and 19,000 platted lots in development.

Residents enjoy close proximity to local entertainment, dining, shopping and office centers. Amenities enjoyed by residents are a children's playground, Recreation Center with a clubhouse, meeting room and full kitchen as well as a junior Olympic pool (pictured above).


We Love Our SpikesTop membership recruiters honored at Forecast Luncheon

SPIKE CLUB

Top membership recruiters are the heart and soul of the Greater Houston Builders Association. We would like to recognize the following individuals who reached a major SPIKE milestone in 2011. SPIKES were honored at the association's January 10 Forecast Luncheon. These are people who have given their time and shared their talents in the

true spirit of teamwork to strengthen and grow our association. Because of their hard work and recruiting efforts throughout the year, we have strengthened the GHBA network and we have a stronger more influential voice.

Thank you to all of our members who help recruit and work to grow the GHBA. For more information on becoming a SPIKE, contact the Membership Department at 281.970.8970, ext. 110.

q red spike (100 to 149 spiKes)Mike Dishberger, GMB – Sandcastle Homes

p royal spike (150 to 249 spiKes)Randy Bayer – Bayer Homes (right)pictured with Denny Patterson, Life Spike (left); and Suzi Haynie, Green Spike (center)

q super spikes (250 to 499 spiKes)Keith Rodgers, CGA, CSP, CGP, JWilliams Staffing (photo left, pictured with 2012 GHBA President Will Holder) and Kathleen Stadler, Eric L. Davis Engineering (photo right)

By LISA PEPITONE, Membership Director, GHBA

2011 Membership spike of the yearJonathon Casada, GMb, CAps, Jonathon Custom estate homes (not pictured)

t 2011 retention spike of the yearCurtis southard, Airtron houston (left)


p blue spikes (6 to 24 spiKes)Judy Crain-Bonica – Mainland Custom Marble (pictured)Pattie Huey – Prudential Gary Green RealtorsLeslie King – Greymark Construction (pictured)David Daniels, GMB, CGR, CAPS, CGP – 3D BuildersBrian Hagen – The Stevenson Group (pictured)Clint Childress, CGR, GMB – Advanced ConstructionJohn Gillette, CGR, GMB, CAPS – Craftsmanship by JohnRon Hammonds – Grason CommunitiesRon Martin – Grand View Builders (pictured)Arno Ruether – HomeTeam Pest Defense (pictured)Scott Stevens – Stoecker Corporation

Green spikes (50 to 99 spiKes)Rob Hellyer, CGR, GMB, CAPS – Premier Remodeling & ConstructionSuzi Haynie – J Kyle HomesAllen Griffin, CGR, GMB, CAPS, CGP – Gryphon Builders

The GHBA is happy to announce 2012 is the inaugural year for

the GHBA Young Professionals Committee! The group will establish an environment for educational, networking and career growth opportunities for Young Professionals aff i l iated with the developer, remodeling and homebuilding industr ies through quar ter ly educational and social events.

We need your help to spread the news and encourage your employees to get involved! The first event is planned for Spring 2012 and more details will soon follow. There will be a panel featuring industry executives about their experience, success and word-of-the-wise in the industry.

As many of the young professionals at your organizations do not receive GHBA correspondence, it's VERY important for you to forward on this information. You can also have

the interested individual contact us to update our correspondence list to ensure they receive necessary notifications for events.

Find more information at www.ghba.org/committees-and-councils/young-professionals. We look forward to seeing your company represented!

Meet the Committee!

CHAIRMAN: Lawrence Dean, CDS Market Research (pictured left)

DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE: Scott Burrer, Beazer Homes (center) Jordan Mack, Cernus Development LLC (right)

It's free to join! For membership and sponsorship information or to join the mailing list for YP Committee event notifications, contact Maggie Yancey at [email protected].

G H B A L A U N C H E S N E W C O M M I T T E E

David Hodges, CGA – CraftmastersStephen Hann, CGR, GMB, GMR, CGP – Hann BuildersBreck Powers – LBJ Construction

life spikes (25 to 49 spiKes)Denny Patterson – Airtron HoustonKevin Frankel, CGP – Frankel Building GroupCurtis Southard – Airtron HoustonWarren Clark – BMC Building MaterialsJames Holcomb – Holcomb PropertiesDebbie Page – 1st Infiniti Construction ServicesDavid Walton – Trendmaker HomesGraham Gamble – Whitestone BuildersScott Sage, GMB – SageBuilt HomesColleen Ellison, CMP, CSP, MCSP – Digital Map Products


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WHAT THE EVENT IS ABOUTPresented by the GHBA’s Sales and Mar-keting Council (SMC), the Million DollarCircle awards is a Nationally-recognizedprogram that spotlights industry salesprofessionals on a yearly basis, recogniz-ing new home sales achievements of SalesPersons, Sales Managers, and this yearREALTORS® (Brokers, Broker-Associates,Sales Associates), in Houston for 2011closed NEW home sales.

WHO CAN APPLYBuilder must be a member of the GHBAand the applicant must be a current SMCmember to apply. See Award ApplicationForm or Request Yours Today. Applica-tion Deadline is Tuesday, February 14,2012! Get yours in now!

Awards will be presented on Tuesday,February 21, 2012 at the Million DollarCircle Awards Dinner.

HOW MUCH TO ATTENDCost per applicant- $65.00 - includes aMillion Dollar Circle award certificate,recognition in Houston Builder Magazineand admission to the awards dinner.Cost per attendee- $60.00 – includesadmission to the awards dinner.

SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE:Hurry to have your company’s namerecognized too!

Contact: Call Mel Audain at GHBA,(281) 970-8970 x130 [email protected] for applicationforms and details, to register and forsponsorship information. Visitwww. GHBA.org for more details.

WHO ARE WE? The Sales and Marketing Council (SMC) is under the umbrella of the GreaterHouston Builders Association (GHBA), and a part of the national Sales and Marketing Council (NSMC)under the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). The council consists of GHBA members whoare dedicated to the professional sales or marketing-related disciplines of the industry, including newhome sales and those who support the activity of new home sales. The SMC includes employees ofhome builders, developers and associate members. The SMC is committed to the education, motiva-tion and growth of its membership – those who represent the epitome of professionalism in marketing,merchandising, and sales of new homes. The Sales and Marketing Council is responsible for the Hous-ton’s Best Awards each year, which help promote builders and developers to the public as well as re-ward them for their stellar performance in the industry. Our activities include: Meetings, Dinners,Awards, Seminars, Charity Work and Fun Events.

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• Company logo displayedon all photos taken atevent along with thePhotography Sponsor’s logo


Photography Sponsor $1,250 (Limit 2)This sponsorhip includes:• 6 Tickets to

awards program




• Company logo displayedon all photos taken atevent along with theTitle Sponsor’s logo

• Signage in thePhotography Area

Beverage Sponsor $1,250 (Limit 2)This sponsorhip includes:

Million Dollar Sponsor $750 (Unlimited)This sponsorhip includes:




• Company logo on cocktailswizzle sticks or cocktailnapkins (sponsor’s choice)

• Company logo printed ondrink tickets






*Event details and sponsorshipavailabilities are subject to

change without notice.Visit www.GHBA.org

for full details.

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Awards

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Tuesday, February 21, 20126:30 pm

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presented by

S TA N D U P A N D B E R E C O G N I Z E D

WHAT THE EVENT IS ABOUTPresented by the GHBA’s Sales and Mar-keting Council (SMC), the Million DollarCircle awards is a Nationally-recognizedprogram that spotlights industry salesprofessionals on a yearly basis, recogniz-ing new home sales achievements of SalesPersons, Sales Managers, and this yearREALTORS® (Brokers, Broker-Associates,Sales Associates), in Houston for 2011closed NEW home sales.

WHO CAN APPLYBuilder must be a member of the GHBAand the applicant must be a current SMCmember to apply. See Award ApplicationForm or Request Yours Today. Applica-tion Deadline is Tuesday, February 14,2012! Get yours in now!

Awards will be presented on Tuesday,February 21, 2012 at the Million DollarCircle Awards Dinner.

HOW MUCH TO ATTENDCost per applicant- $65.00 - includes aMillion Dollar Circle award certificate,recognition in Houston Builder Magazineand admission to the awards dinner.Cost per attendee- $60.00 – includesadmission to the awards dinner.

SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE:Hurry to have your company’s namerecognized too!

Contact: Call Mel Audain at GHBA,(281) 970-8970 x130 [email protected] for applicationforms and details, to register and forsponsorship information. Visitwww. GHBA.org for more details.

WHO ARE WE? The Sales and Marketing Council (SMC) is under the umbrella of the GreaterHouston Builders Association (GHBA), and a part of the national Sales and Marketing Council (NSMC)under the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). The council consists of GHBA members whoare dedicated to the professional sales or marketing-related disciplines of the industry, including newhome sales and those who support the activity of new home sales. The SMC includes employees ofhome builders, developers and associate members. The SMC is committed to the education, motiva-tion and growth of its membership – those who represent the epitome of professionalism in marketing,merchandising, and sales of new homes. The Sales and Marketing Council is responsible for the Hous-ton’s Best Awards each year, which help promote builders and developers to the public as well as re-ward them for their stellar performance in the industry. Our activities include: Meetings, Dinners,Awards, Seminars, Charity Work and Fun Events.

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HomeAid Houston was joined by Legend Homes/Princeton Classic Homes at the ceremonial groundbreaking of a 7,400 sq. ft. residential facility to be built for Gracewood. The facility, located at 1617 Elmview Dr., is the third and final home, completing the campus. Gracewood, a charity of Children at Heart Ministries, provides housing for mothers and their children who need a safe haven from crisis situations. The new home will include housing for five mothers and their children as well as administrative, support services and counseling offices.

After an inspirational gathering at the site that included the Legend Homes/Princeton Classic Homes and HomeAid team as well as representatives from Gracewood, GHBA and numerous vendors and guests, gold shovels marked the site in tribute to the upcoming construction.

Representing Legend Homes/Princeton Classic Homes were Scott Bauer, president and Ernie Lambert, project manager. HomeAid representatives included Parke Patterson, president; Bette Moser, executive director; Will Holder, GHBA president. Charities were represented by Children at Heart Ministries’ Jerry Bradley and Todd Roberson; Gracewood’s Don Forrester and Debbie Rippstein; and Masa Studio’s Mark Atkins, project architect. Also attending were staff and board members from HomeAid Houston and Gracewood. Guest Cindi Adams sang a spiritual song prior to the groundbreaking.

“The groundbreaking ceremony has been a much anticipated event for the whole team,” said Parke Patterson. “Legend Homes, the builder captain, has been ready to launch this important project since the first day they committed. Their

entire operation has shared the same dedication and vision that is the HomeAid and Gracewood mission.”

The two existing homes on the Elmview - Gracewood campus were also built through HomeAid Houston with partner MHI. Through Gracewood, mothers also receive counseling services and help in obtaining educations and jobs. Construction is scheduled to begin in February.

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Photo 1 (at top): Groundbreaking! L TO R: Cindi Adams, Bette Moser, Lea Pipitone, Mark Atkins,

Irene Camillo, Will Holder, Lauren Camillo, Ernie Lambert, Scott Bauer, Mark Welch, Debbie

Rippstein, Jerry Bradley, Parke Patterson, Todd Roberson, Judith Drummond and Dr. Lockhart.

Photo 2: Judith Drummond, resident of Gracewood and administrative assistant for HomeAid, tells her

story at the groundbreakingPhoto 3: Steve Adell, Gracewood board member; Bette Moser, HomeAid executive director; Scott

Bauer, president, Legend HomesPhoto 4: Jerry Bradley, retiring CEO of Children

At Heart Ministries, and namesake for the Bradley Legend House

Photo 5: Mark Atkins, AIA, Masa Studio, architect for Gracewood campus


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hoMEaID 6th annuaL CharITy GoLF TournaMEnT "Driving Out Homelessness" Tour 18 Golf Course - Tuesday, April 24, 2012The Annual HomeAid Houston Golf Tournament is quickly becoming a classic event with its impressive list of golfers returning at a record rate. The prestigious Tour 18 Golf Course in Humble, with its spectacular holes that replicate some of the most famous in golfing history, is both a challenge and a joy to play. Dinner, awards and a silent auction with items for everyone, are also included in the day’s events. This fundraiser offers a fun way to support HomeAid Houston while enjoying the beautiful fairways that define golf at its finest.

HomeAid’s amazing supporters have again stepped up quickly to sponsor this event, and we thank all of them! If you're interested in remaining sponsorships, contact Lea at [email protected] or 713-705-4441.

SChEDuLE7:45 am ~ Registration, Breakfast, Silent Auction Opens8:45 am ~ Welcome9:00 am ~ Shotgun Start – 4 Person Scramble12:00 pm ~ Beginner’s Clinic for Non-Golfers ($50)1:30 pm ~ Dinner & Awards Reception – Silent Auction

CoST:Individual Registration ($140); Team of 4 ($560)

Perks from Tour 18 for each player include: • One free round of golf at EACH of these courses: Tour 18, Longwood, Southwyck and Bear Creek

• Free Player’s Club membership for a month, which includes free greens fees at all four courses, unlimited range balls and free instructional clinics at all four courses

• Valued at over $140 for the package!

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Can your customers find you? For a buyer, trying to find a new home builder—where they are building new homes, and what they

have to offer—is a little like trying to find a needle in a haystack. You know your perfect home is out there, but just don't know where to start looking.

Many builders are already aware of the Houston Association of Realtors (HAR) Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and use it extensively. But for many, this option may have been overlooked.

You might think, "I already have my own website. Why use MLS?" That's a great place to start, but why not piggy back on a site that consumers and Realtors already use extensively to increase your exposure, and drive even more traffic to your site?

MLS is one of the most cost effective and easiest ways for builders to gain the exposure. Unless your prospects just happen to drive by your new homes that are being built, what better way to use the power of Realtors and their expansive network to help drive the sales of new homes in their communities?

It is only natural for Realtors to promote these new homes and the builders to their clients. The MLS is a 24 hour marketing system that requires little maintenance and is visited by millions of consumers yearly.

You see and hear it all the time—builders want the help of Realtors to sell their homes. But if Realtors or the consumers do not know that these builders even exist or that these homes are being built, then

everyone is missing out. MLS can increase your exposure dramatically.

Give us some CreditAs Realtors, when we sell a new home, we like to get credit for the sale. Builders not participating with MLS, but who have had a Realtor bring them a buyer, are missing out on a opportunity to give that Realtor credit for helping sell the home, since the credits are published on MLS. Builders will not only benefit from more exposure and potential sales, it will also benefit the Realtors who promote these builders.

Realtors tend to have an ego and like to be praised. Showing the sale of a home on the MLS is a great way for these builders to stroke those egos and build relationships that will last and benefit the builder as well.

Working together through HAR and placing new homes for sale on MLS is a recipe for success for all those involved. Builders who are already participating on the MLS know the huge exposure it brings to them, and realize it’s a great marketing tool to help promote their product. Builders that are not participating could be missing out on one of the most inexpensive and easiest ways to market their homes to consumers as well as build long lasting relationships with the Realtors who sell their homes.

I encourage any builder to check out what HAR has to offer and how it can help promote more new home sales.

Why Post New Homes on the MLS?

REALTORS® CORNER

By GREG BURT, Realtor, Billy Burt & Associates Real Estate

Greg can be reached at 281-334-4000 ofc; 281-507-3186 cell; or [email protected].


PREP - PROFESSIONAL REMODELER EXPERIENCE PROFILE: StARtINg POINt FOR thE CgRRequired to obtain NAHB’s Certified Graduate Remodeler designation. This is a self-paced skills assessment. Advance registration required.

tuesday, February 7 * 1P-5PFee: $195 members; $293 nonmembersRegistration closes on January 30 at 11 a.m.

BAR - BUILDER ASSESSMENt REVIEW: StARtINg POINt FOR thE CgBRequired to obtain NAHB’s Certified Graduate Remodeler designation. This is a self-paced skills assessment. Advance registration required.

tuesday, February 7 * 1P-5PFee: $195 members; $293 nonmembersRegistration closes on January 30 at 11 a.m.

BUSINESS ACCOUNtINg & JOB COStCredit: CgA, CgB, CgRContinuing Ed: CAPS, CgA, CgB, CgR, gMBWednesday, February 22 * 9A-4PInstructor: Jeff hunt, CgR, gMB, CAPSFee: $220 members / $330 nonmembersCONtENt: This course provides an explanation of basic accounting terms, job cost analysis, financial reporting and other controls needed for managing a small business. These are vital tools for tracking and sustaining growth and profitability. A good foundation in the basics of finance also helps builders communicate with bankers, accountants and other financial professionals with whom they must deal on a daily basis. As a graduate of this course, you will:

� Be comfortable with the language of accounting � Be ready to employ job cost analyses and other types of financial reports � Be confident in projections of future costs and earnings � Be capable of extracting maximum value from professional advice

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CURRICULUM KEY:CEI Construction Education Institute course, not for designationNAHB Approved for one or more NAHB or HBI designationsPREP Professional Remodeler Experience ProfileBAR Builder Assessment ReviewCAPS Certified Aging-in-Place SpecialistCGB Certified Graduate BuilderCGP Certified Green Professional CGR Certified Graduate RemodelerCSP Certified New Home Sales ProfessionalGMB Graduate Master BuilderMCSP Master Certified New Home Sales ProfessionalRCS Residential Construction Superintendent

RISk MANAgEMENt AND INSURANCE FOR BUILDINg PROFESSIONALSCredit: gMBContinuing Ed: CAPS, CgA, CgB, CgR, gMBtuesday, February 21 * 9A-5PInstructor: John hubbardFee: $220 members / $330 non-membersCONtENt: Today builders face a liability insurance crisis. Coverage has become scarce, expensive and restrictive. To survive the current crisis, builders must use comprehensive risk management strategies to reduce construction risks and other exposures. As a graduate of this course, you will:

� Understand how to reduce, avoid and transfer risks � Get practical solutions to obtain the most competitive quotes � Be confident that your coverage will meet your needs � Know how to make insurance claims

WhO ShOULD AttEND? Land developers, accountants, architects, planners, designers, residential builders, commercial contractors, engineers.

BUILDINg CODES AND StANDARDSCredit: CgA, CgB Continuing Ed: CAPS, CgA, CgB, CgR, gMBWednesday, February 29 * 9A-4PInstructor: Dave Yelovich, CGB, CGPFee: $220 members / $330 nonmembersCONtENt: Successful navigation of building codes, standards and guidelines is critical to the success of every builder, remodeler, construction manager and trade partner. This course is based on the current International Residential Code (IRC) requirements and includes a section on standards. The course includes coverage of leading-edge trends in code development and NAHB’s popular Residential Construction Performance Guidelines. As a graduate of this course, you will be able to:

� Understand the creation, evolution and adoption of building codes � Explain how the International Residential Code for One and Two-Family

Dwellings is administered and enforced � Complete the building planning process as it relates to addressing code design

criteria and participating in plan review � Navigate through codes and standards to effectively locate and interpret needed

information � Describe how performance guidelines are developed, organized and applied to

achieve quality construction


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GENERAL COURSESDESIgN AND CONStRUCtION OF RESIDENtIAL FOUNDAtIONSInstructor: David Eastwood, PE, geotech Engineering tuesday, February 28 *2P- 6PFee: $45 members / $60 nonmembersCONtENt: This four-hour, in depth seminar on residential foundation design, construction, testing and distress evaluation is a must-see for builders, architects, structural engineers and developers. After taking this course, you will understand the basics and importance of geotechnical testing, forensic and environmental issues and the effects on residential design and construction. Eastwood will discuss:

� Geotechnical field studies, laboratory testing, data analysis � Expansive soils and how to treat them for residential design � Foundation types, including slab-on-grade, post-tensioned, drilled footings, and

the new helical pile system � Foundations risks, the effects of trees, quality control, soil stabilization � A forensic evaluation of distressed residences in Houston, focusing on design,

construction, materials, environmental conditions, wear and tear, causation, and repair techniques

� Houston faults and how to build homes near them � Earthwork and pad construction, including compaction, lime, and lime-fly

ash stabilization � Components of concrete testing, concrete placement, slump and cylinders � New Houston area building code requirements, and City of West University’s

new code requirement for soil testingWhO ShOULD AttEND? Remodelers, land developers, accountants, architects, planners, designers, residential builders, commercial contractors, engineers, real estate brokers and agents, subcontractors, specialty trades, manufacturers and suppliers, financial services professionals.

Our unique New Home Sales Division uses a 3 Tiered Marketing plan personally designed to find and focus the Right consumer on our Builders’ properties. Our teams use the latest in high concept tools and marketing idealogy for New Home Sales, maintaining focus on the market shifts.

Prudential Gary Greene, Realtors®

Builder Marketing DivisionSpecializing in lot, new home and construction sales

Benefits:• Increase and direct traffic of targeted local, national and international, buyers to optimize sales opportunities for our builders.

• Reach, educate and connect Realtor community and their customers/clients with our properties.

• Use the latest mixed media venues effectively to attract visitors and more importantly, convert them into Buyers.

Pattie Huey, GRI, GREEN Director, Builder Marketing DivisionHAR/GHBA Builder-Broker ConnectionHAR Board of Directors 2011 HAR/MLS Chairman10575 Katy Freeway, Suite 100 Houston, Texas 77024 [email protected]

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Benefit Homes • David Weekley Homes / The Howard

Hughes Corporation Benefit Home located in Bridgeland’s Lakeland Heights sold with net proceeds over $200,000. David Weekley Homes and The Howard Hughes Corp. presented checks to the GHBA and each Benefit Homes charity in the amount of $46,073.55.

• With the sale of the David Weekly Homes / Bridgeland Benefit Home the 31-year Project reached the milestone $7 million donated to our local charities.

• In 2011, the total amount donated to the four organizations supported by the Benefit Homes Project was $699,744, plus an additional $40,000 donated to The 100 Club from the proceeds of the Newmark Homes / Caldwell Companies Benefit Home. What a year!

Membership • GHBA has added 75 new members in

the fourth quarter, and renewed 200.

Events • The Year End Luncheon, formerly

known as the Political Luncheon, was held at the Omni Houston Hotel. We were honored to have Dr. David Crowe, chief economist & senior vice president of the National Association of Home Builders address our membership about what the months ahead may look like. Thanks to BMI for sponsoring.

Councils and CommitteesRemodeloRs CounCil

• In October, the Remodelors Council (RMC) monthly luncheon featured a panel of RMC past presidents, who shared their expertise and insight on marketing in real time, closing the sale with systems and creating more referrals using current clients.

• Mainland Custom Marble, Colt Industries and Earthcare Management joined together to host a “frightfully”

good networking event at Cadillac Bar. • November ’s luncheon featured

Clayton Farmer of Bluegill Energy Management, who gave our guests insight on the effects of the updated Texas Energy Code.

• The 2012 RMC board was sworn in at the annual Holiday Party in December.

Custom BuildeRs CounCil • In October, nationally-recognized

speaker Beverly Koehn spoke on developing customer loyalty and shared copies of her book Loyalty is Love.

• The Custom Builders Council closed out the year with another successful GHBA Product Expo in November.

montgomeRy County BuildeRs and developeRs division

• In November, the Montgomer y County Builders and Developers Division welcomed Mike Inselmann of Metrostudy at the annual forecast luncheon in The Woodlands.

assoCiate CounCil • More than 1,000 were in attendance at

the Annual BBQ Cookoff in November, with 25 teams competing for best beans, chicken, beef, pork and wild game.

• The Adopt-a-Family Project in December spread holiday cheer to 51 families adopted by GHBA member companies and individuals, as well as by several of our councils, committees and GHBA staff. Santa made a special appearance to help hand out the gifts to the families.

sales & maRketing CounCil • Round Two of SMC’s "Battle of the

Builder’s" competition kicked off in October. Belt-holder Ashton Woods Homes was out for a repeat win. But after slugging it out with Partners in Building, Grandview Builders and Legend/Princeton Classic Homes, they went down swinging to the new champ, Partners in Building! This round of competition had

a “Wheel of Fortune” theme and our builder teams answered some serious questions. Thanks to Factory Builder Stores and Chef Scotty for the great venue, delicious food and first class hospitality.

• The final SMC networking event of the year was held in November at Block 8 Wine Co. The evening was made even better by all the campaigning that took place among those vying for a spot on the 2012 SMC Board. These were some serious campaigners and there was some great debating on the housing market going on as well. We rounded out the evening by announcing SMC's new board members. Thanks to all of our members who so generously donated to our SMC adopted family.

• The 2012 SMC board was sworn in by newly elected GHBA President Will Holder at the Installation Luncheon at Guadalajara Restaurant. Holiday cheer was spread by the Johnnye Barrera, graphic designer extraordinaire, who presented each of the board members with a lovely Christmas gift.

Education • Ten people took the Certified Aging-in-

Place (CAPS) classes in October. There were a total of 82 attending classes and seminars in the last quarter of 2011.

What we're up to...GHBA 4th Quarter Report Card—2011The GHBA staff is always busy looking for ways to improve member services, advocacy and education. Following is a quick look at what the association has been up to lately.

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Government Affairs • At the local level, GHBA members

testified to Houston City Council members to extend the “urban boundary," as defined in Chapter 42 of the Development Ordinances, from 610 to Beltway 8. This change would make development and redevelopment of vast amounts of property more affordable. Other changes concern parking in townhome developments. The new council will review the ordinance after forums are held with the Super Neighborhoods.

• In December, Houston City Council approved the ordinance amending the City of Houston Construction Code by adopting the 2009 International Energy Conservation Codes (IECC) with local amendments as the Houston Residential Energy Conservation Code. The ordinance includes a provision for Public Works and Engineering in 2012 and 2013 to submit for placement on the Council Agenda a proposal to increase the percentage of the Houston

Residential Energy Conservation Code an additional 5 percent.

• The Volume Builder’s Committee held an instrumental meeting in alleviating the huge metal and copper theft issue in the region. At the table included representatives from Harris County Sheriff’s Office, Lieutenant Jeff Stauber and Sergeant Fredrick Persons; and from the Houston Police Department, Chief George Buenik, Lieutenant Sam Kennedy and Sergeant Mike McGinty. The committee and GHBA are continuing efforts to work with the county commissioners to garner enforcement at the county level.

• OSHA Fall Protection Regulations are being enforced all around the country and state and now in Houston. Please visit ghba.org/political-advocacy/osha.html for the most current educational documents and helpful tips.

Green Built Gulf Coast • The GBGC program continues to gain

momentum with builders, remodelers,

and associates joining. The number of homes certified surpassed 2,000, a 600 home increase in the last three months.

• After many legal hurdles, GHBA received the coveted copyright to the program.

HOME-PAC • GHBA’s political action committee

(HOME-PAC) was busy after their candidate interviews and overseeing the City of Houston election results. HOME-PAC supported Ellen Cohen of District C, Mike Laster of the new District J. and Jerry Davis who won the seat in a District B run-off. Council members who were friendly incumbents that we supported and won re-election include: Wanda Adams in District D; Mike Sullivan in District E, unopposed; Al Hoang in District F; Oliver Pennington in District G; Ed Gonzalez in District H; James Rodriguez in District I; Stephen Costello in the At-Large 1 seat; Melissa Noriega in At-Large 3 and C.O. Bradford in At-Large 4.

Purchasing Manager Speed Selling

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Get face-to-face interaction with some of the top purchasing managers in the Houston area. With a $1,000 contribution, obtain approximately 5-7 minutes with each builder at the event.

Monday, March 52:00 to 5:00 p.m.Norris Conference Center803 Town & Country Ln 77024

Limited to 20 Associate MembersRegistration Deadline: February 27

reQuireMents: • Must be a current GHBA member.

• No more than one type of vendor/product at this event.

• Approximately 5 to 7 minute sessions with each builder.

• $1,000 contribution (corporate funds payable to GHBA)

BUILDERS PARTICIPATING TO DATE:

Darling Homes

David Weekley Homes

J Patrick Homes

Lennar Homes

M/I Homes

MHI

Newmark Homes

Partners in Building

Ryland Homes

Taylor Morrison Homes

info: Donna buenik281.970.8970 [email protected]


Welcome to all our newest GHBA members! By making the decision to join the GHBA; you’ve made a significant investment in both

the building industry and your own business.

Now that you are a member, we invite you to start the year off right by staying actively involved in the association events and activities. We hold more than 200 networking events annually, and active participation is the best way to take advantage of the many benefits your membership affords you. Improve your business and make connections by getting involved in one of the GHBA’s 15 councils, committees and divisions. These councils and committees give each member the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally.

February will give you the opportunity to network with hundreds of GHBA members at events throughout the month. Don’t miss the Associate Council Luncheon on Thursday, February 2 featuring Will Holder, president of Trendmaker Homes, as the speaker. Also, on February 2, make plans to attend the Member Orientation & Networking at 4 p.m. at the GHBA office. Learn about all the GHBA has to offer

its members and hang around and network with the GHBA board of directors.

Join us on Thursday, February 7 for the first Bay Area Builders Association Luncheon of the year. Next on the agenda, we are bringing back one of the most popular events from 2011. Mark your calendar to attend the second annual Chili & Salsa Cook-off at Floors Inc. on Thursday, February 16. Enjoy great food and beverage and network in a relaxed environment!

These are just a few of the great meeting and events scheduled for February. Visit www.ghba.org for information on all upcoming events or contact the GHBA Membership Department at (281) 970-8970, ext. 110 to get involved and put your membership to work! If you have been a member of the GHBA for awhile, please take a minute to extend a warm “hello” and congratulate our newest members for supporting the building industry.

And remember, "When doing business, call on a member first!"

DevelopernewQuest propertiesBill Frey8827 W. Sam Houston Pkwy. N.Ste. 200Houston, Tx 77040(281) [email protected]

builDersenterra homesMichael Van5161 San Felipe, Ste 320Houston, Tx 77056(832) 460-7950

sneller Custom homes and remodeling llCMatt Sneller7923 VickridgeSpring, Tx 77379(832) [email protected]

urbanCraft Custom builders lpJohn Morrison1505 Elmen St.Houston, Tx 77019(713) 589-2046

village buildersCindy Hinson550 Greens Pkwy., Ste. 200Houston, Tx 77067-4526(281) [email protected]

AssoCiAtesiCs (integrated Cabling solutions)John Conley25411 Friar Lake Ln.Spring, Tx 77373(281) [email protected]

techcess Group lpHerve Chapellat3100 Timmons Ln., Ste 350Houston, Tx 77027(832) [email protected]

voreh’s Greater houston property services llC dba property servicesDeanna Voreh11913 Windfern Rd.Houston, Tx 77064(281) 469-1881deanna@greaterhoustonpropertyservices.comgreaterhoustonpropertyservices.com

AffiliAtehAr - DbA broker Associate with realty Assoc., Meyer realty GroupKathleen Meyer9719 Palacios Ct.Houston, Tx 77064(281) [email protected]

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Membership Chair DENNY PATTERSON, Airton Houston

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MEMBERPROFILESCo-ConstruCt, Together on the Same Page

L o n g - t i m e G H B A member Erik Cofield, who joined Co-construct as vice president of sales, has rejoined the

association. Erik was on the board of the Remodelors Council, worked for a remodeler and was previously employed as the GHBA director of education. He brings depth in the industry to the very well established Co-construct company.

Co-construct, a Virginia based company with hundreds of customers in five countries, offers simplified selections, scheduling and client communications for remodelers and custom builders – guaranteed!

“Joining Co-construct not only brings me back to Houston, but the easy-to-use extraordinary functionality and its incredible pricing renews my opportunity to dramatically change the business, and profit, of custom builders and remodelers”, said Erik Cofield. www.co-construct.com/how-it-works.aspx

perrine ConstruCtion serviCes, llC is excited to be a new member of the GHBA family. We are an insulation and drywall company with a combined 53 years of experience in the construction industry. PCS offers insulation in the applications of batts, bib system, vinyl back, open and closed

cell foam for residential, commercial and remodeling projects.

For drywall applications, our services include but are not limited to metal framing, acoustical ceilings and door installation for residential, commercial and remodeling projects. The PCS office is located in Conroe, Texas but we serve all of Southeast Texas. To find out more, call (936) 788-2455.

With more than 30 years of remodeling and building experience, CArneGie hoMes brings the same, superior level of expertise to all of its homes. Whether you prefer a more traditional, luxurious home in the suburbs or crave a more contemporary finish with clean lines in the heart of the city, Carnegie Homes will exceed your expectations. The company's commitment to aesthetically pleasing, high caliber finishes is prevalent in all of its construction. With recent projects in the Galleria, River Oaks, West University, Sugar Land and the Woodlands, Carnegie specializes in all styles of construction and strives to balance staying true to the style of the community while also meeting the client's wishes. Carnegie works directly with the homeowner, forming a team with its architects, engineers, designers and tradesmen to make each and every home unique. To find out more check www.CarnegieHomesOnline.com or call us at 281.772.8877.

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HOME-PAC

HOME-PAC, GHBA’s Political ActionCommittee, directs financial support of the homebuilding industry and is committed to protecting housing affordability andconsumer choices . Through yourcontribution to HOME-PAC, we are able to pool our resources and unite to support the best qualified, pro-housing candidates for local and state office.

As an added benefit, HOME-PAC trustees and sustaining members are invited to join their local officials at special eventsthroughout the year at no additional cost. These events provide an exclusiveopportunity to meet face to face with the decision makers in the Greater Houston area.

Yes, I will support HOME-PAC 2012 as a ...

VOTING TRUSTEE: Voting trustees may make payment in as many as four installments, but may not vote until fully paid. President’s and Governor’s Club Trustees receive three votes. Capitol Club Trustees have two votes and Council Club Trustees have one vote.

President’s Club ($5,000 +) Governor’s Club ($3,000 - $4,999) Capitol Club ($2,000 - $2,999) Council Club ($1,000 - $1,999)

NON-VOTING MEMBER: Sustaining ($250 - $999) Foundation ($1 - $249)

Name______________________________________________ Total Amount $_____________

Company ____________________________________________ Phone ___________________

Address _____________________________________ City, State, Zip______________________

Payment Method: PERSONAL check enclosed Charge my PERSONAL credit card

Card # ________________________________________________ Exp Date ________________

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No corporate donations accepted. Please make personal checkspayable to HOME-PAC and mail to:

9511 W. Sam Houston Parkway N., Houston, TX 77064Political contributions must be personal and are not tax deductible for tax purposes.www.ghba.org/political-advocacy/home-pac

MEME-PPACAC, GHBA’s Political Action Yes I will support HOME PAC 2012 as a

President’s Club ($5,000 +)

Jim Holcomb, ChairmanHarry Masterson

Governor’s Club($3,000 - $4,999)Mike Dishberger

Capitol Club($2,000 - $2,999)Tom Walker

Council Club($1,000 -$1,999)

Adam AschmannDavid CorbinBill DaltonJeff DyeJim GoetteeWill HolderTom JacobsJohn MadsenRick RiceBob StoutSean VitelliToy Wood

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The following companies have shown their commitment to the industry by renewing their memberships. Companies in bold have supported the association for 10 years or more. Thank you!

CoMpAny nAMe Join DAteABC M. Construction LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jesus Gonzalez . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2010Active American Mobility & Medical Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Adam Horton, CAPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2010Air specialist, inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dave pelton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1983Alamo Title Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Glennie Hefner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2008Allan edwards, builder . . . . . . . . . . . . Allan edwards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1998Allpoints Surveying. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jeff Solomon, CGA, CGP . . . . . . . . . . . .2006Amegy Mortgage Company LLC . . . . . .Chris Denison, CGA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2009BAS Concepts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brian Silver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2008Belmont Custom Homes, Inc. . . . . . . . . .Charles Whiteford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2011Berg-Oliver Associates, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . .Susan Alford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2003Bleyl & Associates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Michael Mathena, PE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2010Bob Grimmer Electric, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . .Bob Grimmer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2008CAM Construction LP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jeff Patrizi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2003Cabinet Innovations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mary Calvin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2009Cannon Custom Homes Inc.. . . . . . . . . . .Shawn Cannon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2004Chastang Ford. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ed Miller, CGA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2008Chuck Morris estate homes . . . . . . . . Charles Morris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1998Coastal building inspections & engineering, rllp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Craig roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1996Coastal Leak Consulting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chris Criswell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2008Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc.. . . . . . .Mark Sappington. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2009ConserveIQ, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Martha von Gonten . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2007Corin Custom Builders, LLC . . . . . . . . . . .Daniel Hannon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2010Crestwood Custom Homes, Inc. . . . . . . .Kenny Kocich . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2010Datasmart/ Duncan Security . . . . . . . . . .Randall Duncan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2008Dennis Williams & Co, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dennis Williams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2006Design tech homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Michael feigin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1997Drake Interiors Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Larry Frattalone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2011Eco-Holdings Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . .Gary Beck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2010Elsey & Associates Surety/ Insurance . .Brett Baker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2006entergy - texas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kelley Carson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2001Enterra Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Michael Van . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2011Envision Design Build. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jack Knowlton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2008Factory Builder Stores . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Doug Rapier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2009Firemark Insurance Agency LLC . . . . . . .Ken Kapelka. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2007Golden G Building, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Gene Guthrie. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2003Granit builders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marvin Granit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2002Hallmark Renovation / Hallmark Kitchens, LP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hank White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2009Hatteras Homes LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Terry Richardson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2010HAR - DBA Broker Associate with Realty Assoc., Meyer Realty Group. . . . .Kathleen Meyer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2011Icon Real Estate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Johnny Schiro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2010Ideal Consulting Services, Inc. . . . . . . . . .Lorraine Hart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2011imortgage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jim Weir. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2010Integrity Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Michael Reiland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2005J. l. bass building, inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . John bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1997J.P. Savage Construction, Inc. . . . . . . . . . .John Savage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2009

MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS

CoMpAny nAMe Join DAteJames hardie building products . . . Gordon McKnight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1994Jeffrey Harrington Homes, Inc. . . . . . . . .Mark Jeffrey, CGP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2007John R. Krugh - Attorney . . . . . . . . . . . . . .John Krugh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2011Keystone Stairs LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Charlie Stewart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2008Kurtin fine homes, Kurtin real estate & Development inc. . . . . . . . . . tim Kurtin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1998lJA engineering, inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Moy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1999Land Advisors Organization. . . . . . . . . . .Kirk Laguarta. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2003land tejas Development Co. . . . . . . . Al brende . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2002legend home Corporation / princeton Classic homes. . . . . . . . . . . Mark tollefsrud . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1991Leigh Custom Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .William Leigh, GMB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2007lennar homes of texas . . . . . . . . . . . . Don luke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1993lone star Air systems, inc. . . . . . . . . . Darrel teelucksingh . . . . . . . . . . . . 2001MLAW Consultants & Engineers . . . . . . .Jay Conner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2008Masterpiece Custom Homes LTD . . . . . .David Rompot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2004McCall Gibson swedlund barfoot pllC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Michael McCall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1988Morris Building LTD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jim Morris. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2005oliver homes, lp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . William Cropper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2000Personette Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Theresa Hughes-Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2005Prudential Gary Greene Realtors . . . . . .Walter Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2010Quality Drywall and Service, LTD.. . . . . .John Van Eps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2007R. A. Briggs & Co, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Moises Molina. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2011Representing Newland Communities and The Woodlands Development Co .Bob Stout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2006Rock Materials. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jamey Joseph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2011Rooftec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rodger Brogdon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2003sierra Classic homes, inc. . . . . . . . . . . ron Chamberlain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1999Sneller Custom Homes and Remodeling, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Matt Sneller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2011Stargazer Design Group, Inc. . . . . . . . . . .Lyndon Ellis III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2011Storm Guardian Generators . . . . . . . . . . .Ronnie Boegler. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2008Techcess Group LP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Herve Chapellat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2011Terra Associates Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Lyle Henkel, P.E. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2005Texas Capital Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jerry Schillaci . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2011trend homes, inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Joe larrow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1985Trophy Estimates, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dale Strickland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2009tuscany homes, inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . rockey butler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2002UrbanCraft Custom Builders, LP . . . . . . .John Morrison. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2011venetian blind & floor Covering Carpet one . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Carloss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1983Veronica Mullenix Real Estate Group . .Veronica Mullenix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2008Village Builders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cindy Hinson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2011Villarreal Drywall Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ricardo Villarreal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2010Voreh’s Greater Houston Property Services, LLC DBA Property Services . .Deanna Voreh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2011Whitney National Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kathy Nicholson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2004

noveMber spiKe of the MonthDan bawden, JD, CGr, GMb, CAps

legal eagle Contractors

noveMber retention spiKeCurtis southard, Airtron houston


December Traffic & Sales Report – Houston Housing Market

The 23 homebuilders in this survey account for approximately 67% of the housing starts in Houston. Based on this percentage, approximately 1,287 homes were sold in the Greater Houston area during December 2011. Report by Metrostudy.

SMC LEADERSHIPPresident: Lona Shipp, Bridgeland

Vice President: Amy Haywood, Taylor Morrison

Treasurer: Teresa Shannon, Taylor Morrison

Secretary: Melissa Guerra, Trendmaker Homes

Past President: Ashleigh Genzer, Stewart Title

2012 b o A r D M e M b e r s

Johnnye Barrera, AdMANgination

Mike Blalock, Post Oak Publishing

Rocky Flores, DataSmart

Scott Frankel, GMB, CGP, Frankel Building Group

Dan Gezella, Ashton Woods Homes

Martha Gros, Bridgeland

Ryan Horn, MHI

D’Nita Kuhn, D&R Signs

Stefanie Mechell, Wisenbaker Builder Services

Gigi Musachia, Houston Community Newspapers

Elizabeth Phillips, Partners in Building

Keith Rodgers, CGA, CSP, CGP, JWilliams Staffing

Sarah Starr, Taylor Morrison

Christy Stratton, Connecting Houston Home

Laurie Wilson, NewHomeGuide.com

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Article by 2012 SMC President Lona Shipp, Bridgeland

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We are approaching the time of year where we rally our teams to

celebrate the success of on-site sales professionals at the SMC’s annual Million Dollar Circle Awards. The event will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 21, at the Omni Houston Hotel.

Houston experienced a six percent increase in housing starts in 2011, which will set the tone for a festive evening! Million Dollar Circle Awards honors on-site sales professionals who have closed more than $1 million in new homes last year, and also recognizes sales managers for their teams’ total sales.

This event is a great opportunity to celebrate those professionals who make things happen in the sales offices, and brings teams together for a night of camaraderie. We often find ourselves too busy to stop and recognize the success

of others, but it is important to credit the professionals in our industry for their extraordinary accomplishments.

Nominations are due February 14 and forms will be distributed by GHBA via email. The cost to attend the Million Dollar Circle Awards is $65 for award recipients and $60 for those having dinner only. Award recipients receive a personalized certificate to display at their office and will be recognized this fall at the annual Houston’s Best Awards.

Sponsorships are now available for this popular, sure-to-sell-out event, which is a perfect chance to network with other industry professionals and celebrate their accomplishments. To obtain more information, purchase tickets or inquire about a sponsorship, visit www.ghba.org or contact Mel Audain at 281-970-8970 x130; [email protected].

Celebrating success

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SILVER SPONSORS

GOLD SPONSORS

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M i l l i o n D o l l A r C i r C l e AWA r D sTuesday, February 216:30 p.m. at the Omni Hotel, Houston

honoring on-site sales professionals and sales managers who closed more than $1 million in 2011. please join us in recognizing houston's top sales accomplishments!

Cost: $60 dinner only; $65 award recipients

info/sponsorships:Mel Audain281.970.8970 [email protected]: www.ghba.org


SMC NETWORKING EVENTSEducational, Motivational and most of all...

a lot of fun!

HAVE YOUR COMPANY RECOGNIZED ALL YEAR.BECOME A 2012 SMC UNDERWRITER!

2012 Underwriter Packageshelp us reach new goals and are important to thecontinued success of your Sales and Marketing Council.

Your company will be recognized at all SMC events and you can gain exceptional networking opportunities.

Sponsorships have lasting benefits. For full details, contact:

Melvina Audain(281) 970-8970 X-130 [email protected]

10 tickets with pre-paid admission to Million Dollar Circle Awards

10 tickets with pre-paid admission to all Networking Events

10 tickets with pre-paid admission to Battle of the Builders I & II

2-3 Minute speaking opportunity at MDC and one other event

Logo on SMC page in the monthly Houston Builder magazine

Logo on the SMC webpage with a link to your company’s site

Logo on SMC meeting and event flyers

ANNUAL PLATINUM LEVEL $2,500

5 tickets with pre-paid admission to Million Dollar Circle Awards

5 tickets with pre-paid admission to all Networking Events

5 tickets with pre-paid admission to Battle of the Builders I & II

2-3 Minute Speaking opportunity at one event other than MDC

Logo on SMC page in the monthly Houston Builder magazine

Logo on the SMC webpage with a link to your company’s site

Logo on SMC meeting and event flyers

ANNUAL GOLD LEVEL: $1,500

1 ticket with pre-paid admission to Million Dollar Circle Awards

1 ticket with pre-paid admission to all Networking Events

1 ticket with pre-paid admission to Battle of the Builders I & II

Company listing on SMC page in the monthly Houston Builder magazine

Company listing on SMC webpage with a link to your company’s site

Company listing on SMC meeting and event flyers

ANNUAL SILVER LEVEL: $500

SMC BOARD MEETING SPONSOR: $300 Your chance to get in front of some of the industry’s top sales and marketing professionals.

• Opportunity to speak for 5 minutes at an SMC Meeting • Have lunch with the SMC Board • Access to SMC Board Contact Info • Logo in Houston Builder Magazine

*Event details and sponsorship availabilities are subject to change without notice. Ask for full details.

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Welcome to all our newest a n d c o n t i n u e d G H B A

associate members! The New Year is off to a great start and we look forward to a busy and challenging calendar of opportunities for all of our members.

As we close out 2011, the Associate Council board of directors would like to extend a special thank you to Keith Rodgers for his outstanding service as president. A huge thank you goes out to Peggy Means, our staff liaison, and all of the GHBA staff for their hard work that allows the Associate Council to be a continued success.

The Associate Council meetings are held the first Thursday of each month at 11:30 a.m. at the GHBA office. We have a phenomenal lineup of industry-specific speakers each month. The first meeting of the year kicks off February 2 with “A Day with the President,” featuring GHBA President Will Holder, president of Trendmaker Homes. Don’t miss this very special opportunity to attend. Remember, the first step

to a successful membership is to just show up! Be sure to visit the GHBA calendar at www.ghba.org/register to find all of our upcoming meetings and events.

A special note, on February 16 the Second Annual Chili Cook-Off will be held at Floors Inc. Last year’s event was a huge success, and this is the first of many networking events planned in 2012. What’s better than warm, spicy chili on a winter day? Spicy chili with your GHBA colleagues and friends, of course! Hope to see you there.

As your 2012 Associate Council board president, I am committed to being available to all of our members for any ideas and suggestions. We already have a great group of people, and your input, thoughts and opinions continue to assist us in the growth and involvement of the council.

The 2012 board members’ pledge is to reassure all existing and new members of our commitment to “Make Sure the Membership is Working for You.”

events CAlenDAr

A s s o C i At e Co u n C i l lu n C h e o nThursday, February 211:30 a.m. at GHBA

"lunch with the president" featuring 2012 GhbA president Will holder, president of trendmaker homes

Cost: $15/person$20 at the door

Sponsored by: parmet, Chapman & Madsen, pC

A s s o C i At e Co u n C i l lu n C h e o nThursday, March 111:30 a.m. at GHBA


Sponsorships available!

A s s o C i At e Co u n C i l lu n C h e o nThursday, April 511:30 a.m. at GHBA


Sponsorships available!

info/sponsorships: Peggy Means281.970.8970 [email protected]

A s s o C i At e Co u n C i l b o A r D o f D i r e C to r s

president: Tony Boilek, Sherwin-Williams Paint Co.

vice president: Denny Patterson, Airtron Houston

secretary: TBA

treasurer: TBA

past president: Keith Rodgers,J Williams Staffing Texas LLC

2012 Associate Council President Tony Boilek, account executive, Sherwin-Williams Paint Co. He can be reached at [email protected] or 281.808.6277.

how to Make your Membership Work... show up!

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CBC BOARD OF DIRECTORSChair: Scott Sage, CGB, GMB, Sage Built Homes, LLCvice Chair: Stephen Hann, CGR, GMB, GMR, CGP, Hann Builderspast Chair: David Gordon, Whitestone BuildersD’Ann Brown, CGA, CGP, StrucSure Home WarrantyBo Butler, Butler Brothers ConstructionAshleigh Genzer, Stewart Title CompanyGreg Hawes, CGB, Jamestown Estate Homes LLCTodd LeBlanc, CGB, LeBlanc Custom HomesMEMBERSHIP/AMBASSADOR CHAIRJudy Crain-Bonica, CGA, CGP, Mainland Custom Marble

S O U N D E N T E R T A I N M E N T S O L U T I O N S

Builders Post-Tension Inc403 RICHEY RD. HOUSTON, TX 77090

AnnuAl silver sponsors

AnnuAl GolD sponsors

AnnuAl plAtinuM sponsor

MCbDD boArD of DireCtorsPresident: Susan Severa, Woodforest Development

DireCtors:Eric Alarid, Tilson Home Corporation

D’Ann Brown, CGA, CGP, StrucSure Home WarrantyJason Hajduk, PE, Pate Engineers, Inc.Tim Hardin, Langford Engineering Inc.

Randy Lutz, BMC Building MaterialsTony Marchbanks, Highland Homes, Ltd.

Michael McNall, Builders Post-Tension, Inc.Keith Rodgers, CGA, CGP, CSP, JWilliams Staffing Texas LLC

Scott Stevens, Stoecker Corporation

plAtinuM sponsor


GolD sponsor

silver sponsors

Montgomery County builders & Developers Monthly luncheon

Wednesday, February 22 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Landry's Seafood1212 Lake Robbins Dr.The Woodlands 77380

Cost: $40 before Feb. 19; $50 after Feb. 19

Custom builders Council Monthly luncheon

"understanding the texas energy Code in 2012"

featuring Clayton Farmer, Building science president, Bluegill energy management

Farmer holds the following credentials: HERS, LEED AP, GBV, GBE, CEA, GBI, LEED-H GR, IECC, CGP, BPI-BA, BPI-BE, RESNET, QAD & Trainer

Tuesday, February 21 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.The HESS Club5430 Westheimer 77056

Cost: $30 before Feb. 18; $40 after Feb. 18

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Welcome to another grand year with the GHBA Remodelors Council. I am honored

to be leading what, in my observation for the last 15 years, is one of the most respected and professional organizations in the building industry today. Our group is comprised of a dynamic fellowship of entrepreneurs and professionals driven to not only better ourselves but also our fellow competitors and associates through education, public awareness, and by continually holding each other to higher standards and accountability.

My desire for this year is to have everyone in the council engage in one small portion of the responsibilities which make this organization

succeed. If each member does just one activity to the best of their ability, not only will we carry on all the great work of those who have preceded us, we will be able to do so with little individual effort and time, versus a few doing most of the work.

With this being said, please sign up for one of the committees—either a committee you believe you are already proficient in and would like to offer your expertise, or maybe one that you do not feel comfortable with but would like to become more proficient in. What a great opportunity this will be for you to work with others and build your skill levels while having fun!

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on SAM, because SAM gets things done. In 2010 a program to recognize our extraordinary Associate members was developed. Associates make up about two-thirds of the GHBA membership a n d t h r o u g h e x t r a f i n a n c i a l commitments from sponsorships, they finance a large portion of the advocacy and ongoing work on behalf of the housing industry.

The new SAM program highlights the Associate members who are Grand ($10,000) or Premier ($5,000) Sustaining Associate Members. This recognition is exclusively for financial contributions made by ASSOCIATE members on an annual basis, and is limited specif ically to event sponsorships, advertising in Houston Builder magazine, and advertising on the GHBA Web site or e-newsletter.

Each year GHBA publishes a Marketing Guide for the upcoming year. All types of sponsorship opportunities are listed in the guide. Any associate member whose financial contributions through sponsorships and advertising in the magazine or online reach $10,000 or more during the year will become a Grand Sustaining Associate Member. Any associate member whose contributions reach between

$5,000 and $10,000 during the year will become a Premier Sustaining Associate Member.

(Fo r c l a r i f i c a t i o n , i t e m s n o t included in Sustaining Associate Member calculations are payments for dues, event tickets, directory advertising, speed selling, HOME-PAC contributions, and any other payment for regular fees or services such as booth space or table tickets. If you are not sure about inclusions and exclusions, please call us at 281.970.8970.)

Recognition includes: an initial article in Houston Builder; monthly listing of the Sustaining Associate Members in Houston Builder; distinguishing ribbons or other marks on name tags to provide a means for Sustaining Associate Members to be recognized at all events; recognition of the top member of each (current year’s) Sustaining Associate Member group at each forecast and political luncheon; signage in the entranceway of the GHBA building where the current year Sustaining Associate Members will be displayed; and GHBA officers will convey the value of Sustaining Associate Members when they

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GHBA members receive recognition for a variety of activities and reasons and we are very excited about adding this important and elite recognition for our associate members who really “go the extra mile.”

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The BABA board of directors is dedicated to expanding its membership in 2012

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We will focus our recruitment efforts specifically on the builders, remodelers and associates from Galveston Island. The former association that once served the area is now defunct. In its absence, those businesses are left without the advocacy, education and services provided by local, state and national builder groups.

In order to reach out to and recruit these businesses, BABA plans to hold its April luncheon in the Galveston area with a presentation from Craig Roll, a leading expert on windstorm construction. Furthermore, the annual networking social event known as the Fall Fling is also planned in Galveston in September. Members of the old Galveston association will be invited, so we encourage all of our BABA members to support these events

and help us put a good face forward to recruit, recruit, recruit!

The Bay Area Builders Association, a division of GHBA, is committed to providing local builders with important information affecting businesses in Brazoria and Galveston counties. The board meets on the first Tuesday of every month, followed by an informative luncheon open to all area builders and associate members featuring speakers or panels who bring the latest updates on everything from economic forecasting on lending, forthcoming legislative mandates to Bay Area building code changes.

Special thanks to Ian Faria of Coats | Rose Law Firm, our first speaker of 2012. Ian will speak about the latest legal aspects of current legislation and how they affect our industry on February 7. Coats | Rose is also the generous luncheon sponsor for this event, and we are very grateful for the company's continued support of BABA.

Please join us for BABA’s March 6 luncheon, featuring State Representative Larry Ta y l o r. L u n c h b e g i n s a t 11:30 a.m., followed by the program at noon.

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februaryMeetinGs AnD events thursday, February 29 a.m. - Education Committee 11:30 a.m. - Associate Council Luncheon2:30 p.m. - Finance/Executive Committee4 p.m. - GHBA Board Meeting4 p.m. - Member Orientation & Networking

monday, February 61 p.m. - Green Built Gulf Coast Verifier Training Course

tuesday, February 711:30 a.m. - Bay Area Builders Association Monthly Luncheon, Friendswood Church

Wednesday - saturday, February 8 - 11NAHB's International Builders Show, Orlando, FL

thursday, February 910 a.m. - Green Building Committee

tuesday, February 1411:30 a.m. - Remodelors Council Luncheon, at the HESS Club, 5430 Westheimer 77056

thursday, February 161 p.m. - Associate Council Chili Cookoff

CALENDAR OF EVENTS Stay informed and connected at association meetings and events.

*Dates subject to change. Unless otherwise noted, all meetings held at the GHBA offices, located at: 9511 W Sam Houston Pkwy N, Houston, Texas 77064.

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tuesday, February 2111:30 a.m. - Custom Builders Council Lunch, HESS Club, 5430 Westheimer 770566:30 p.m. - Million Dollar Circle Awards, Omni Hotel Galleria, 4 Riverway 77056

Wednesday, February 2211:30 a.m. - Montgomery County Luncheon, at Landry's in the Woodlands

thursday - Friday, February 23 - 24TAB Winter Board Meeting, Austin, Tx

tuesday, February 285 p.m. - Remodelors Council Networking

Wednesday, February 293:30 p.m. - Government Affairs Committee

eDuCAtiontuesday, February 71 p.m. - BAR/PREP Assessments

tuesday, February 219 a.m. - Risk Management & Insurance

Wednesday, February 229 a.m. - Business Accounting & Job Cost

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monday, march 52 p.m. - Purchasing Manager Speed Selling

tuesday, march 611:30 a.m. - Bay Area Builders Association Monthly Luncheon, Friendswood Church

Wednesday, march 78 a.m. - Spring Golf Tournament, Wildcat11:30 a.m. - Ambassador/Membership

thursday, march 8 10 a.m. Green Building Committee11:30 Codes and Standards Committee

tuesday, march 1311:30 a.m. - Remodelors Council Luncheon, at the HESS Club, 5430 Westheimer 77056

tuesday, march 2011:30 a.m. - Custom Builders Council, HESS Club, 5430 Westheimer 77056

tuesday, march 275 p.m. - Remodelors Council Networking

Wednesday, march 2811:30 a.m. - Montgomery County Luncheon, at Landry's in the Woodlands3:30 p.m. - Government Affairs Committee

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