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Government Affairs: Advocacy Report Departments 12 A recap of the May elections, and GHBA's involvement. Over-regulation and misguided 10 President’s Message policy can threaten housing affordability and it’s critical that we are proactive in 12 Government Affairs supporting the most qualified, pro-housing candidates for elected office. 14 HOME-PAC Roster 22 Benefit Homes Project 26 HomeAid Houston 16 Trade Wars: It's All About Leverage 31 GHBA Partnerships Dr. Elliot Eisenberg This article looks at international trade, trade deficits and in 32 Education Department particular the impact of a trade war with China. The article suggest that trade wars are 33 New Members & Renewals painful and while we may have some very strong economic advantages if we have a 38 Montgomery County Division trade war with China, the Chinese have some very strong political advantages over us. 40 Bay Area Builders Association 44 Associate Council Innovative Program Helps Address Skilled Labor Shortage 45 Sales & Marketing Council 20 The Construction Career Academy in San Antonio is taking a unique approach to 46 Custom Builders Council prepare high school students for careers in the construction industry. Read on about 48 Remodelers Council this hands-on teaching facility, and additional efforts right here in Houston. 49 Sustaining Associate Members (SAMs) 50 Volume Builders 52 Officers & Leadership 22 Taylor Morrison and GHBA Break Ground for Charity Fundraiser 53 Calendar of Events GHBA members gathered at the new community clubhouse in Grand Vista to help 54 The Network mark the official groundbreaking of the first GHBA Benefit Home for 2018. Upcoming Events Take a Minute for HomeAid Houston 18 Texas Bash 26 Following Harvey's devastation, BuildAid is partnering with local builders to restore 24 HomeAid Houston's "Project Playhouse" homes and neighborhoods throughout the city for displaced homeowners. 28 Houston's Best PRISM Awards 39 MCBDD Home on the Range Networking GHBA Remodelers Council Renovates Wellsprings Village, 47 Product Expo 30 a Transitional Residence for Women Wellsprings Village is a nonprofit charitable organization that has assisted hundreds Photo Album of women by offering a safe environment, counseling services, and career-spon- 42 BABA Fishing Tournament & Crawfish Boil sored workshops. In April, the GHBA Remodelers Council worked to improve the 51 Volume Builders Top Golf Speed Selling facility—and the lives of these women.

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Challenge: 1,800 in 2018

A Strong Voice: Numbers Show, and most importantly, GHBA’s 10 equal political clout import- Product Expo. ant to our industry to affect change. The more people (constituents) who Professional Recognition: You belong to the GHBA the more voting 3 can gain increased status in our power we have for local, state, and market and industry by belonging to national elections. and participating in one of the GHBA’s many committees. A Strong Source of Funds: There 9 are more funds to hire staff to work Part of a Larger Team: You will on issues important to our industry, 2 be part of the NAHB, which rep- again to defend the industry against resents over 140,000 members, and onerous regulations or to improve TAB, which represents 27 local home builder associations across the state. By GHBA President DON KLEIN, regulations by increasing efficiency. Chesmar Homes Critical News and Information: Bonus Reason: We are members 8 With a greater staff, the GHBA 1 of a very charitable and generous our GHBA recently set a record is in a better position to disseminate industry and GHBA serves as the for membership, exceeding information important and critical to conduit for members to give back to 1,700 member companies in its members. the community, whether it is through Ythe first quarter. The association hasn’t HomeAid, Operation Finally Home, been at this number since 2008! Valuable Networking BuildAid, the RMC Garage Sale, CBC 7 Opportunities: Whether you are charity projects or the 38 year old The membership roster swelled to a builder, a developer, or an associate, charity fundraiser, the Benefit Homes 1,739 after May 10, 2018 as a result of you have an unprecedented opportu- Project. The GHBA enables you to the Membership Drive and our mem- nity to meet people and companies participate in what the industry does bers' diligence. Congratulations to with whom you can transact business best—build homes or shelters for the everyone who participated or helped, that hopefully will prove to be mutually less fortunate. especially D’Ann Brown, our wonderful beneficial and successful. Membership Committee chair, and This great list provides compelling rea- Greg Tomlinson and Chris Hawkins, Educational Programs: You sons for our membership to increase to who provided delicious barbeque 6 have access to cutting edge and 1,800 members in 2018. We have seven throughout the day! rewarding educational programs. months to go. I’d like to challenge each member to recruit one new member in Houston (SMSA) is the fifth largest in Access to NAHB Advisors: You the next 60 days. Have a contest in your the nation. Houston is the second larg- 5 can gain access to the NAHB’s office. Challenge a friend. Let’s blow est in the construction of new homes in professional advisors in economics, the roof off this record. Let’s raise the the U.S. The GHBA is the fourth largest legal, tax, or regulations. bar—really high. home builders association (HBA) in the Exposure to the Latest Building nation. Interestingly, the three larger P.S. Anyone who brings in five Products and Services: Access HBAs are not ahead of Houston in 4 new members between now and is provided to the latest vendors population or new home construction. September 30 is invited to lunch with through the NAHB’s International the GHBA president, the GHBA CEO, What are the top 10 reasons that a large, Builders Show, TAB’s Sunbelt Builders and three others of their choice at well supported GHBA is important? Steamboat Steakhouse. n

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on our industry. Over-regulation and unprecedented. Texas Governor Greg misguided policy can threaten housing Abbott chose to endorse challengers affordability and it’s critical that we to and actively campaign against are proactive in supporting the most three incumbent house Republicans qualified, pro-housing candidates for during their primary races. Incumbents elected office. Rep. Sarah Davis (R-West University) and Rep. Lyle Larson (R-San Antonio) In some cases, this cycle started were able to overcome Gov. Abbott’s nearly a year ago with campaign opposition and win their elections, announcements and challenges while incumbent Rep. Wayne Faircloth being made following the end of the (R-Galveston) was defeated by Abbott By BRADLEY PEPPER, Director legislative session. In others, races endorsed challenger Mayes Middleton of Government Affairs only began in November or December (R-Chambers County). following last minute retirements. Regardless, all seats up for election in On the federal level, we saw the 2018 were on the primary ballot on Democratic Congressional Campaign t’s over... for now. The 2018 Primary March 6. And for those that did not Committee (DCCC) interject in Election cycle has concluded, and receive 50% of the vote plus one, the the seven-person primary race for the field is decided. Although top two vote getters were forced into the Democratic nomination for Iit seems like we are in a perpetual the May 22 runoff. Texas Congressional District 7. In election cycle and suffering from late February, the DCCC released a constant voter fatigue, these elections As previously reported, this primary statement and opposition research are important and have a direct impact season was peculiar and somewhat

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12 JUNE 2018 | Houston Builder | Greater Houston Builders Association – Building a Better Future against candidate Laura Moser. She Former Navy Seal Dan Crenshaw 43% of the vote while Parker received ultimately made it to the runoff. received 69.88% of the vote to defeat 42% in a three person race. State Representative Kevin Roberts. Now that the runoffs are complete, In the nine person primary in March, Current Precinct 4 Justice of the Peace we can turn our focus to the general Crenshaw and Roberts received James Metts received 51.82% of the election in November, but only after a 27.42% and 33.03% of the vote vote to defeat Republican County much-needed break for the summer. respectively. Attorney Todd Litton won Commissioner Precinct 4 Jim Clark by With that election being nearly six the Democratic nomination in March 172 votes. In March, Commissioner months away, there are myriad and will face Crenshaw in November. Clark received 34% while Metts of issues that could influence the received 40% in a three person race. general election. Texas Congressional District 7: Galveston County: At this time last year, who could have In the race to challenge incumbent predicted that our region would Congressman John Culberson HOME-PAC endorsed Republican endure the most devastating rain (R-Houston), attorney Lizzie Fletcher County Commissioner Precinct 4 event in the history of our country? Or received 67.08% of the vote to defeat Ken Clark received 54.34% to defeat that Congress would pass the largest progressive activist Laura Moser. In the challenger Michelle Hatmaker. In tax reform bill in three decades? Point seven person primary in March, Fletcher March, Commissioner Clark received being, a lot can happen in the next six and Moser received 29.36% and 24.34% 47% while Hatmaker received 21% in months and that will affect the general of the vote respectively. Fletcher will a four person race. election, but the GHBA and HOME-PAC face Culberson in November. Waller County: will be focused on supporting the most Montgomery County: pro-housing candidates in November. In the Republican Primary runoff for the open seat for County Commissioner Runoff results of note: HOME-PAC endorsed Republican County Commissioner Precinct 2 Precinct 2, GHBA HOME-PAC endorsed Texas Congressional District 2: Charlie Riley received 55.95% of the candidate Walter Smith received vote to defeat challenger Greg Parker. In the race to replace retiring In March, Commissioner Riley received Continued on next page >>> Congressman Ted Poe (R-Humble),

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Thank you to our 2018 HOME-PAC supporters! CHAIRMAN’S CLUB ($10,000+) GOVERNOR’S CLUB ($3,000 - $4,999) Kathy Britton Mike Dishberger Jason Golan Jeff Dye Jim Holcomb (Chair) Ted Nelson NOTto Participate Larry Johnson Daniel Signorelli ? Don Klein Tom Walker Jim Lemming Frank McGuyer CAPITOL CLUB ($2,000 - $2,999) Changes in state and local law or regulations could Mike Moody (Vice Chair) Howard Cohen be detrimental to your business and bottom line. David Weekley Jim Goettee Jennifer Hamelet Your contribution to HOME-PAC is an investment PRESIDENT’S CLUB ($5,000 - $9,999) Patti Joiner in the future of our industry and one of the most Harry Masterson Leslie King affordable options for political involvement. Jon Skeele COUNCIL CLUB ($1,000 -$1,999) Adam Aschmann Christopher Gilbert Dustin O’Neal David Assid Jason Gustafson Andrew Paderanga Adam Bakir Teague Harris Greer Pagan MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD. Peter Barnhart Michael Hotchkiss Parke Patterson Jim Boone Jimmie Jenkins James Reid Yes, I will support HOME-PAC 2018 as a... Bo Bulter Andrew Johnson, III Jonathan Risch Bill Callegari Randy Jones Jim Russ VOTING TRUSTEE: Voting trustees may make payment in as Lisa Clark Barry Kahn Kunal Seth many as four installments, but may not vote until fully paid. Dave Corbin Alex Kamkar Douglas Singleton Chairman’s, President’s, Governor’s, Capitol and Council Club Marco Cordon Jennifer Keller Carl Stephens Trustees receive one vote. Clifton Crabtree Mark Kilkenny Ed Taravella Bill Dalton Trey Lary Becky Ullman q Chairman’s Club ($10,000 +) q q Carl Detering Keith Luechtefeld John Williams President’s Club ($5,000 +) Governor’s Club ($3,000 - $4,999 q q David Eastwood John Madsen Steve Wilson Capitol Club ($2,000 - $2,999) Council Club ($1,000 - $1,999) Roger Farrow Patrick Mayhan NON-VOTING MEMBER: Austin Garrett Casey Watts Morgan q Sustaining ($250 - $999) q Foundation ($1 - $249) SUSTAINING MEMBERS ($250 - $999) Total Amount $______Larry Abbott Rob Hellyer Ron Rohrbacher Name ______Yvonne Cummins Brian Jarrard Matt Sneller Company ______Rocky Flores Sharone Mayberry Renae’ Turnbaugh Email ______Russel Garrison Lindy Oliva Jonathan Zschech Katherine Hawes Bill Riley Phone ______Address ______Payment Method: q PERSONAL check enclosed q Charge my PERSONAL credit card Card # ______Exp ______Name on Card ______Signature ______

No corporate donations accepted. Please make personal checks payable to HOME-PAC and mail to: 9511 W. Sam Houston Parkway N., Houston, TX 77064 Political contributions must be personal and are not tax deductible.

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pac 2018 supporters.indd 1 5/7/2018 9:24:37 AM Can You Afford >>> "Advocacy Report," continued from page 13 72.03% of the vote to defeat Terry "TJ" Johnson. In March, Strength in Numbers Smith received 48% of the vote in a four person race. Thank you to our 2018 HOME-PAC supporters! May 5 City of Houston Special Election CHAIRMAN’S CLUB ($10,000+) GOVERNOR’S CLUB ($3,000 - $4,999) In the race to replace Houston City Council Member, District K, Larry Green, HOME-PAC endorsed candidate Martha Kathy Britton Mike Dishberger Castex-Tatum, CM Green's Director of Constituent Services. Jason Golan Jeff Dye Martha defeated eight other candidates outright to avoid a Jim Holcomb (Chair) Ted Nelson NOTto Participate runoff. This seat was open due to the tragic passing of CM Larry Johnson Daniel Signorelli ? Green in March. She was sworn in on May 16 and will serve Don Klein Tom Walker out the remainder of CM Green’s term. Jim Lemming Frank McGuyer CAPITOL CLUB ($2,000 - $2,999) Changes in state and local law or regulations could Mike Moody (Vice Chair) Howard Cohen Bringing Housing Home Week Jim Goettee be detrimental to your business and bottom line. David Weekley On May 4, members of the GHBA Government Affairs Jennifer Hamelet Your contribution to HOME-PAC is an investment Committee attended a meeting with Congressman John PRESIDENT’S CLUB ($5,000 - $9,999) Patti Joiner in the future of our industry and one of the most Culberson as a part of the NAHB’s “Bringing Housing Harry Masterson Leslie King affordable options for political involvement. Home Week.” During this week, local home builder Jon Skeele associations were encouraged to meet with members of PHOTO: On April 18, GHBA HOME-PAC Trustees supported PAC- COUNCIL CLUB ($1,000 -$1,999) their congressional delegation in an effort to discuss pressing endorsed Martha Castex-Tatum at her fundraiser for City of Houston's issues affecting the industry. Adam Aschmann Christopher Gilbert Dustin O’Neal special election for District K. The GHBA HOME-PAC is excited to David Assid Jason Gustafson Andrew Paderanga During the meeting with Congressman Culberson, GHBA work with Martha in her new capacity as City of Houston District K Adam Bakir Teague Harris Greer Pagan MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD. members discussed soaring lumber costs, the need for Council Member. Congratulations Martha! Pictured L to R are: Mike Peter Barnhart Michael Hotchkiss Parke Patterson a more robust workforce in the residential construction Dishberger, Sandcastle Homes; Randy Jones, Terra Visions LLC ; Casey Jim Boone Jimmie Jenkins James Reid Yes, I will support HOME-PAC 2018 as a... industry, the increasing costs of health insurance, and most Morgan, GHBA; Council Member Martha Castex-Tatum; Bradley Bo Bulter Andrew Johnson, III Jonathan Risch importantly, thanked the congressman for his work and Pepper, GHBA; and Jim Russ, EHRA Engineering. Bill Callegari Randy Jones Jim Russ VOTING TRUSTEE: Voting trustees may make payment in as leadership in securing federal funds for the Houston area to Lisa Clark Barry Kahn Kunal Seth many as four installments, but may not vote until fully paid. be dedicated to flood mitigation projects in the aftermath Dave Corbin Alex Kamkar Douglas Singleton Chairman’s, President’s, Governor’s, Capitol and Council Club of Hurricane Harvey. Marco Cordon Jennifer Keller Carl Stephens Trustees receive one vote. Clifton Crabtree Mark Kilkenny Ed Taravella The GHBA sincerely appreciates Congressman Culberson's Bill Dalton Trey Lary Becky Ullman q Chairman’s Club ($10,000 +) representation and wishes him luck in his re-election q q Carl Detering Keith Luechtefeld John Williams President’s Club ($5,000 +) Governor’s Club ($3,000 - $4,999 campaign. In fact, the NAHB’s federal PAC, BUILD-PAC, q q David Eastwood John Madsen Steve Wilson Capitol Club ($2,000 - $2,999) Council Club ($1,000 - $1,999) strongly supports the congressman’s re-election. n Roger Farrow Patrick Mayhan NON-VOTING MEMBER: Austin Garrett Casey Watts Morgan q Sustaining ($250 - $999) q Foundation ($1 - $249) SUSTAINING MEMBERS ($250 - $999) Total Amount $______Larry Abbott Rob Hellyer Ron Rohrbacher Name ______Yvonne Cummins Brian Jarrard Matt Sneller Company ______Rocky Flores Sharone Mayberry Renae’ Turnbaugh Email ______Russel Garrison Lindy Oliva Jonathan Zschech Katherine Hawes Bill Riley Phone ______Address ______Payment Method: q PERSONAL check enclosed q Charge my PERSONAL credit card Card # ______Exp ______Name on Card ______Signature ______

No corporate donations accepted. PHOTO: Houston representatives at NAHB's Bringing Housing Home Please make personal checks payable to HOME-PAC and mail to: 9511 W. Sam Houston Parkway N., Houston, TX 77064 Week. Pictured L to R: Bradley Pepper, GHBA; Adam Aschmann, Tilson Political contributions must be personal and Home Corporation; Lake Coulson, NAHB; Don Klein, Chesmar Homes; are not tax deductible. Congressman John Culberson; Mike Dishberger, Sandcastle Homes; Casey Morgan, GHBA; Mike Moody, Newmark Homes Houston; and Ed Taravella, TARACORP.

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pac 2018 supporters.indd 1 5/7/2018 9:24:37 AM FEATURE STORY Trade Wars: It's All About Leverage

ith the U.S.-China trade war looking increasingly omi- nous, two questions are on theW minds of many: do trade deficits matter and which side has more to lose? Economists of almost all stripes agree that trade is good, that trade deficits don’t really matter, that the nation that imposes tariffs hurts itself, and that if it faces retaliation, the harm is made worse.

So why is Trump threatening steep tariffs on Chinese imports? That relates to the second question: China has much more to lose economically in an all-out trade war than the U.S. But that is not the end of the story.

Chinese exports to the U.S. totaled $500 billion in 2017, 4% of its GDP. Our exports to China were just $130 longer consider China as a safe place defense system on their territory, China billion, or 0.7% of our GDP. Moreover, from which to sell to the U.S. The result- simply shut down a whole chain of U.S. exports to China are not so easily ing loss of foreign investment would South Korean department stores and replaced. China can easily stop buying hurt Chinese productivity growth and Chinese tourists stopped showing up planes from Boeing and instead buy acquisition of foreign technology and in Seoul. And when China was mad them from Airbus, but then China industrial know-how. at Japan, rioters attacked Japanese- has no leverage. And while China can owned factories and Chinese purchas- stop buying soybeans or oil from the If economically everything looks to es of Toyotas and Nissans shriveled to U.S., those markets are global, and the be in favor of the U.S., what’s the nothing in remarkably short order. impacts would be minimal. problem? Politics. And there, things are very different. Now, the U.S. is not Japan or South China could conceivably sell the Korea, so things are much more U.S. Treasuries they hold, but, at a If the economic leverage is with the complicated, but the Chinese are stra- minimum, that would push up China’s U.S., the political leverage rests fully tegically ready. They are responding currency, which would, in turn, hurt with China. Chinese leaders do not to our tariffs by, among other things, exports, and might plunge the U.S. into have to worry about elections, con- deliberately slapping import taxes on a recession, further slowing exports. stituents, critical editorials, or Sunday products made in states represented by morning talk shows. On the contrary, key congressional Republicans, such as Finally, if China retaliates against U.S. when China was angry at South Korea whiskey from Mitch McConnell’s home firms, global manufacturers might no for placing a U.S.-owned anti-missile 16 JUNE 2018 | Houston Builder | Greater Houston Builders Association – Building a Better Future A BUILDER’S BEST FRIEND state of Kentucky, and Harley Davidson motorcycles, since they come from Wisconsin, the home state of House Speaker Paul Ryan.

China’s strategy is to get enough constituents, farmers, and business leaders mad at enough members of Congress in general—and Republicans in particular—to pressure Trump to back down.

Domestically, there is simply no way China can be seen as folding under U.S. pressure. On the contrary, President Xi faces pressure to project China as a world power. And true to form, the Chinese are quickly seeing and raising the tariff ante. As such, China is saying they will not back down, are prepared to suffer any financial costs, and are prepared to play a long game.

For Trump to win under these condi- tions, he will have to be prepared to tolerate a great deal of political pain if his demands are not met, and convince the Chinese that his pain tolerance and endurance is greater than that of Beijing.

My bet is that the Chinese either play to Trump’s ego and give him a series of symbolic but largely hollow victories, or that China makes concessions they have offered in the past, but (importantly) offer no timetable for implementation and skirt the core U.S. complaints. That way Trump can claim he has won, but the status quo will essentially be maintained. And, in that case, the Chinese will have emerged victorious. Let the games begin. n

Article by Elliot Eisenberg, Ph.D., (281) 820-6771 president of WINDOWS GraphsandLaughs [email protected] LLC. His daily CABINETRY BLDRSCHOICE.COM economics and policy blog can 252 FALLBROOK DRIVE be found at www.econ70.com. SUITE 300 COUNTERTOPS HOUSTON, TX 77038 Greater Houston Builders Association – Building a Better Future | Houston Builder | JUNE 2018 17 Texas Bash 2 Page Ad_Layout 1 5/21/18 4:55 PM Page 1

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Innovative Program Helps Address Skilled Labor Shortage

enerations of skilled laborers have CCA offers an advanced and rigor- Credentials and Gbeen the backbone of the construc- ous curriculum and practical train- tion industry, and no one will argue that ing for students beginning in the 9th Certifications time and circumstance have taken a toll grade, in one of four core strands: Students earn certifications and cre- on this invaluable pool of resources. Construction Management, Architectural dentials by completing a practicum Helping to solve this growing problem Design, Applied Engineering, and (Capstone Project) and by taking part in will take creativity and tenacity and a Construction Technology. internships and shadowing programs. willingness to invest in new ideas. These students receive: Careers Post High School One approach to this solution was •• OSHA 10-hour certification launched in 2009 in the Northside The Construction Technology strand •• NCCER Core and Level 1 certifications Independent School District in San offers training for students in these •• Fire extinguisher, CPR, and First Antonio, Texas. A comprehensive disciplines: Plumbing, Electrical, Welding, Aid certifications program called Construction Careers Pipe Fitting, and HVAC A/C & Heating. •• Equipment certificates Academy (CCA), works in partnership • with Warren High School and is located as College Readiness • Autodesk certification a separate facility on the Warren campus. The CCA students are taught by instruc- CCA students can earn up to 31 hours tors who have come from the workforce, CCA prepares students for careers in the of college credit toward their degree some retired, others who own their own construction industry and is designed for and/or trade certification. The College companies and make time to instruct in students planning to attend a four-year Readiness strands prepare them for a their field. Students work in classrooms university, a two-year associate degree post-secondary education and careers in: and specially outfitted stations for hands- program, or those wishing to enter the • • Architecture and Design (Provides on learning. workforce upon high school graduation. entry-level skills including AutoCad) Currently there are nearly 500 students •• Applied Engineering (Civil and Many students are hired during the that make up CCA, making it one of the Structural Engineering) summers or off periods by local builders, nation's largest construction programs •• Construction Management contractors and architects that help at a secondary level. further their experience.

“It’s impossible not to get excited after a visit to Warren’s CCA campus. We are eager to bring together school districts and builders to partner these programs locally.” —DON KLEIN, PRESIDENT OF GHBA AND CHESMAR HOMES 20 JUNE 2018 | Houston Builder | Greater Houston Builders Association – Building a Better Future Admission to CCA is based on career in- heating, solar power, electrical, fram- terest, satisfactory attendance, conduct, ing and complete the finish out of standardized test scores and at least a each home. C average in core subjects (English, math, science, and social studies) in middle The competition provides real world school. Students meeting these criteria experience as they apply what they are admitted to a lottery pool. are learning and demonstrate mastery of their skills. Each home is issued a There are several forms of funding that Certificate of Completion by the City of have helped grow the CCA that include San Antonio, with the students being multiple grants and donations. CCA has responsible for making application. attracted the attention of major corporate sponsors including Home Depot, The highlight of Tiny House Showcase is Lowe's and HEB. Materials and tools a public event on a weekend, and then are donated by LP Building Products, the homes are judged and auctioned Ferguson and Gibson Plumbing. off, with offers ranging in the $50,000 - $60,000 range. Tiny Home fans from all Tiny House over the country visit the CCA throughout the year to preview the homes prior Houston Area Efforts Showcase Build to auction. GHBA is reaching out to local school districts to explore technical training The Tiny House Showcase Build "The Tiny House Showcase Build, a senior in the residential construction trades. Competition is another method for level project, offers not only practical Currently the leadership from the New raising funds, one that has become a training, but also gives these students Caney Independent School District has hallmark event for the students and confidence and pride in sharing what made two trips to Warren High School the program. Students comprised of they have learned with others," said to learn from the leadership at CCA. They engineers, architects, construction Audrey Ethridge, CCA program coordina- are extremely interested in partnering managers, plumbers, carpenters, HVAC tor. "Students utilize every facet of what with local builders to begin their own and electricians will work together to they've learned as they build these tiny program. We are also in the process build three tiny homes at 224 sq. ft. They homes that will ultimately be sold to the of reaching out to other ISDs in the will contribute to the competition based public. It is rewarding to see how much Houston area. on skills learned in class. they apply themselves and how much they learn from this unique experience." This is the fifth year for the competition “It’s impossible not to get excited after a visit to Warren’s CCA campus. We are with this year's theme focusing on "mod- After graduating from the program, eager to bring together school districts ern country." Students are challenged students who are not attending college and builders to partner these programs to work together to design, engineer go into the Job Placement Program locally,” said Don Klein, president of and construct a fully functional tiny where they are entered in the CCA Job GHBA and Chesmar Homes. house with an indoor/outdoor living Placement Databank. CCA graduates will component. Students design the homes, be a step ahead of the competition and The GHBA is currently partnering with rough in the plumbing, air conditioning/ they are highly sought after by business- the Home Building Institute (HBI) whose es of all sizes and disciplines. mission is training young people in the construction trades. HBI is opening a training facility in Houston in June and will focus on carpentry and framing. The HBI will get students in the 18-24 year old range from the Texas Workforce Commission. The course will run from six to eight weeks and graduates will be able to hire onto a framing crew. The HBI training center is a two-year commitment from HBI and is staffed with a full time supervisor and a full time trainer.

“We are very hopeful these two areas of focus will be long term and bring many new people into our business,” Don concluded. n

Greater Houston Builders Association – Building a Better Future | Houston Builder | JUNE 2018 21 8 8 BENEFIT HOMES PROJECT—"A Home for Good"

Taylor Morrison and GHBA Break Ground for Charity Fundraiser

GHBA members gathered at the new Each year two to three homes are built of vendors, trades and the builder/ community clubhouse in Grand Vista for this GHBA charity fundraiser with developer teams. The energy and to help mark the official groundbreak- donated land, construction manage- excitement of the occasion is an Ging of the first GHBA Benefit Home ment, materials, labor and services by inspiration to everyone who attends," for 2018. Taylor Morrison and several association members. These homes Hinson added. guest speakers led the ceremony. are constructed with upgrade materials and features and are sold at Located in the highly-desirable city From Taylor Morrison were Amy Rino, market value. of Richmond, Grand Vista is ideal president of the Houston division, for today’s homebuyers seeking all and Bill Dalton, vice president of land Since the project began 38 years ago, the advantages of contemporary and president of HomeAid Houston, more than $10 million has been raised. suburban living just 30 miles from one of two project beneficiaries. Also downtown Houston. speaking were Cindy Hinson, Benefit "It was such an incredible event to Homes chair; Casey Morgan, GHBA mark the beginning of construction Grand Vista covers 620 acres including CEO; Lee Kirgan, vice president of con- with the dozens of vendors and special 150 acres of parks, open space, and struction for Operation Finally Home, guests who joined in the groundbreak- recreational amenities such as two a beneficiary of the project; and Elaine ing celebration," said Cindy Hinson. community clubhouses and pools plus playgrounds for the kids. Petranek, Boys and Girls Country. "All Benefit Home groundbreakings Taylor Morrison is building its Rosebay are huge milestones for the charities The community offers one- and Plan in the community of Grand Vista. and the entire Benefit Homes team two-story floor plans from three, 22 JUNE 2018 | Houston Builder | Greater Houston Builders Association – Building a Better Future BENEFIT HOMES PROJECT—"A Home for Good"

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distinct Taylor Morrison Collections: Elementary, conveniently located the Chalet Series, Villa Series and within the Grand Vista community, Chateau Series. Each home offers Crockett Middle School and George gourmet-inspired kitchens, large first- Bush High School. n floor owners suites, and energy saving In its 38 years, the Benefit appliances. New Taylor Morrison homes at Grand Vista are priced from Homes Project has the upper $100,000s to the $400,000s. PHOTO, OPPOSITE PAGE: Key players donated $10 million to With easy access to the West Park Toll in the 2018 Benefit Home gather for a local charities. Road and the Grand Parkway, Grand groundbreaking in Taylor Morrison's Grand Vista is close to plenty of retail and Vista community in Richmond, Texas. INFO: Contact Terry Swenson entertainment, including the Katy Mills THIS PAGE, TOP: Taylor Morrison will construct at (281) 382-9977 or Mall, a 1.3 million square foot retail and its Rosebay Plan for the Project. entertainment destination with more [email protected] for than 200 stores, restaurants, and a THIS PAGE, BOTTOM (L to R): Glenn Kite, more information on how you can Taylor Morrison; Jim Black, Taylor Morrison; participate as a Benefit Home builder/ 20-screen movie theater. Derrick Carlson, Taylor Morrison; Cindy Hinson, Benefit Homes Committee; Casey developer or donate labor/materials as Students who reside at Grand Vista Morgan, GHBA; Amy Rino, Taylor Morrison; Bill a Project vendor. can attend highly acclaimed Fort Dalton, Taylor Morrison; Charles Evans, Taylor Bend ISD schools, including Patterson Morrison; and Jason Berger, Taylor Morrison. Greater Houston Builders Association – Building a Better Future | Houston Builder | JUNE 2018 23 PRESENTING THE 2018 HOMEAID HOUSTON PROJECT PLAYHOUSE

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Greater Houston Builders Association – Building a Better Future | Houston Builder | JUNE 2018 25 BUILDAID HOUSTON: Rebuilding After Harvey

redrick and Alta Hodges, longtime homeowners and other donations from Houston community members, are Fempty-nesters in the Katy area, woke up on August 25 playing a critical role in BuildAid’s effort to rebuild homes to the beginning of Hurricane Harvey's churning rain, across Houston. lightning and wind that was being felt throughout the city. By the 29th, they and dozens of their neighbors were being HOW BUILDAID WORKS rescued by the Coast Guard, as several feet of water would flood their homes by the end of the day. GHBA builders are given a home to restore in neighborhoods that fit their geographical preferences. Once "It was surreal, we were in shock," said Fred Hodges. matched with pre-qualified homeowners, the builder will "When the Coast Guard pulled up in rubber boats, it was walk them through a finish selection process. The scope of like something out of a movie." Ultimately, the Hodges services provided to a homeowner varies by household but home flooded with two and a half feet of water. It would typically includes the following cost categories: insulation be 10 days before they could return. "Those 10 days were and drywall, tape and float, texture and paint, cabinetry, agonizing as we worried about mold. We didn't know countertops, millwork and trim, door hardware, plumbing, where to turn for help." kitchen and bathroom tile, pre and post-construction inspections and final clean. The builder will provide a This scenario played out for thousands of Houstonians. detailed, line item estimate of the rebuild and will manage Many today still search for assistance, unable to repair their the construction process from beginning to end. homes. The Hodges felt fortunate to learn about BuildAid, a HomeAid Houston rebuild initiative, that was inspired Once the rebuild is complete, the builder will submit an by David Weekley with a donation of $1 million from the invoice to HomeAid Houston and all trade expenses will David Weekley Family Foundation (DWFF). Months later, be reimbursed. because of the great demand by displaced homeowners and the track record of HomeAid Houston, BuildAid was David Weekley Homes, Partners in Building, Trendmaker granted $5.5 million from the Hurricane Harvey Relief Homes, Taylor Morrison and Chesmar Homes committed Fund, which was established by Houston’s Mayor Turner early on to the program. After a recent builder recruitment and Harris County Judge Emmett. These funds, along with meeting, several more builders will be joining the team in neighborhoods of their choice.

JUNE 2018 | Houston Builder | Greater Houston Builders Association – Building a Better Future 26 www.homeaidhouston.org HomeAid Benefits from Annual Pinchin' Tails Charity Fundraiser omeAid Houston has for the third consecutive year, been Hthe beneficiary of the DPIS Engineering charity crawfish boil called "Pinchin' Tails for HomeAid Houston." The event raised over $25,000 for HomeAid's mission, "to build new lives for homeless families and individuals through housing and community outreach."

The heat rose several degrees as the fiery recipes for boiled crawfish, jambalaya, etoufee and cocktail sauce were savored by the 1,400+ attendees. Over 1.5 tons of crawfish was consumed in addition to hot dogs, fajitas, hamburgers, desserts and beverages. Entertainment included a live band and numerous family-friendly games.

"The DPIS Pinchin' Tails for HomeAid event is becoming legendary for its family fun and out-of-this-world flavors," Weatherization Partners, Colina Homes and co-sponsor said Bill Dalton, president of HomeAid Houston. "HomeAid is 84 Lumber, Design Tech Homes and First Source Loan Service. honored to be selected as the beneficiary for the past three years and we can't thank enough DPIS, Brannon King, the “We are honored to be a part of HomeAid Houston and its event chairman and his assistants, Kathy Seaman and Jamie mission," said King, vice president of sales and marketing for Holder, and all of the sponsors, cooking teams and volunteers DPIS. "We support this great organization because of the work who made it so successful." it does in providing the homeless dignified housing while they work to get back on their feet. We could not think of a better Sponsors of the event were, On-Target! Marketing, Builders organization to support within our industry." Post-Tension, Centerpoint Energy, Trus-Joist by Weyerhaeuser, Toll Brothers, Sunbelt Rentals, IES Residential, James Hardie, The cooking teams were: IES Residential, Design Tech Castlerock Communities, Chesmar Homes, Hyphen Solutions, Homes, Builders Post-Tension, On-Target! Marketing, DPIS Jet Waste, Newmark Homes Houston, Dow Building solutions, Builder Services, Lennar Homes/Village Builders, Woodforest McCurdy Tire, The Stevenson Group/One Digital, Prime 1 National Bank, Colina Homes/84 Lumber and Tyvek/ Consulting, Suncoast Post-Tension, Drees Custom Homes, Weatherization Partners.

Client Services Manager Bob Sutton, Construction HOMEOWNER APPLICATION Manager James Boone, and builders Neil Smolik and Homeowners who are interested in being considered for Randy Rowlett. a BuildAid restoration can access the initial application at "We are excited to add more homeowners to our program, buildaidhouston.org; by calling 409.768.0118; or emailing and more builders to help in their restoration process," their basic information to [email protected]. said Chris. "We currently have 38 homes in the application Requirements are: phase and are anticipating this number will grow quickly as hh Household income between $20k-$125k word continues to spread about this incredible opportunity. hh Homes built in or after 1978, or with a lead-free We cannot thank enough the many GHBA members who certification and no deferred maintenance issues are making this initiative possible." hh Homes located outside of the 100-year flood plain BuildAid is also being supported by financial donations unless funding source allows repairs in this location from: Newmark Homes, Holcomb Properties, Land Tejas hh Homes must be owner-occupied and only Development Co., Perry Homes Foundation, Memorial one home owned Drive Presbyterian Church, and The Brad Williams Family. hh Mold certificate obtained and homeowner holds clear "The entire team that is making BuildAid happen reflects title to the property the generous heart that defines Houston and our housing Low-to-no interest financing will be available for the industry," said Bette Moser, executive director of HomeAid. work being performed. In some cases, homeowners may "Harvey left behind so much destruction, but that only qualify for a grant. uncovered the true nature of who we are as citizens of this great city." BuildAid is being directed by Chris Yuko, with the DWFF. With the growing number of homeowners being served, Update: Fred and Alta Hodges are now living in their newly BuildAid has added several additional staff that include restored home and are looking forward to their retirement.

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he first thing you notice about the three-acre Wellsprings Village community in Southwest THouston is its peacefulness, broken only by the sound of birds and bull- frogs in the nearby bayou. It's an appropriate locale for the protected family-style homes that offer safety and refuge to their residents, whose lives generally have been anything but peaceful.

Founded in 1988 to aid homeless and abused women, Wellsprings Village is a nonprofit charitable organization that has assisted hundreds of women by offering a safe environment, counseling services, and career-sponsored workshops.

On Saturday, April 28, the Greater Glass, Arauz Gutters, Bluewave Houston Builders Association's Plumbing, Ferguson Bath Kitchen & Remodelers Council worked to im- Lighting Gallery, Image Electric, Vick prove the facility—and the lives of Construction & Remodeling, McCoy’s these women. Led by Sandra Crook Building Supply, Red Dog Dumpster, of Greymark Construction, Melanie Richard Alan & Associates, Rooftec, Heinrich with TriFection Remodeling Sherwin-Williams, SHR Remodeling & Construction, and Sherry Pruitt of & Repair, TriFection Remodeling and Whodid It Designs |Remodeling, the Construction, Ty Tipton and Western council painted the exterior of six Pacific. And a special thank you to Larry homes previously built by HomeAid Abbott who donated time and labor to Houston. The crew also added new do the carpentry work. gutters to prevent water damage, repaired roofs, replaced mirrors and Wellsprings Village is the latest vanity lights, added overhead lighting, charity project undertaken by the replaced the trim on windows and award-winning GHBA Remodelers doors, installed six dishwashers and Council. Previous renovation projects two refrigerators, and landscaped have included Santa Maria Hostel the area. for homeless female veterans, Open Door Mission, Casa de Esperanza, Sponsors and vendors donating SIRE Therapeutic Equestrian Center, materials and services to the 2018 Family Time Crisis Center, Epiphany charity renovations include: A-Plus Community Health Outreach Services, Glass, Abbott Construction, Absolute and the Sonrise Shelter. 30 JUNE 2018 | Houston Builder | Greater Houston Builders Association – Building a Better Future 2018 GHBA PINNACLE PARTNERS PARTNERS THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT

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Greater Houston Builders Association – Building a Better Future | Houston Builder | JUNE 2018 31 Education Corner UPCOMING COURSES

DESIGNATION COURSES GENERAL EDUCATION (NAHB University of Housing Courses) (Not for designations)

Diversification: New Profits for Builders HVAC Seminar

Approved for: GMB THE ABC'S OF HOME BUILDING – A BUILDER EDUCATION SERIES Instructor: Ed Harrison Date: Tuesday, June 12 Instructor: Denny Patterson, Lone Star Air Systems Time: 9 am to 5 pm Date: Tuesday, June 19 Fee: $220 members / $330 non-members Time: 2 pm to 4 pm Fee: $35 members / $50 non-members Content: In today’s economic environment, home building firms may encounter many opportunities to diversify. Commercial Content: Follow along as we discuss the ABCs of the A/C system. development, remodeling, special use structures, light industrial We see it once it's done, but what takes place behind the scenes to or institutional projects—all may tempt a builder to seek new get a quality HVAC system? From the plan to the machines and the market niches. This course will help you to assess the possibilities final installation, we’ll cover it all! Energy efficiency starts here. and decide whether diversification is the right strategy for your company. Who should attend? Construction superintendents, remodelers, volume builders, custom builders and contractors As a graduate of this course, you will: • Know what trends affect the industry • Identify incentives to diversification • Understand the risks of diversification Design and Construction of • Know how to quantify the benefits of a new niche In-Ground Swimming Pools in Texas

Who should attend? Builders, custom builders, production builders Instructor: David Eastwood, PE, CAPM, FASCE, Geotech Engineering Date: Thursday, June 21 Time: 2pm to 4pm 2018 NAHB EDUCATION PARTNERS Fee: $35 members / $50 non-members Content: In-ground swimming pools are very common in the Houston area. Unfortunately, these pools often experience movements, cracking, and other problems.

Pool design and construction should always consider the effects of subsoil, groundwater, structural considerations, drainage, trees, slopes, etc. This informative course will highlight prudent practices and guidelines for design and construction of pools to ACES Builders Warranty, Inc. protect the public and pool contractors against faulty pool design Builders Post-Tension and construction. Environments for Living, Topbuild Home Services Fox Energy Specialists Huber Engineered Woods Legends Architectural Stone Milgard Windows & Doors To learn more and go further, visit Perfection Supply ghba.org/education Roy O. Martin/Corrigan OSB, LLC Sherwin-Williams Paint Co. StrucSure Home Warranty Suncoast Post-Tension Ltd.

32 JUNE 2018 | Houston Builder | Greater Houston Builders Association – Building a Better Future PEOPLE &PROJECTS

CHASE AWARDS MORTGAGE-FREE HOME TO FAMILY DISPLACED BY HURRICANE HARVEY

Chase, in partnership with the Houston Area Urban Community Development Corporation (HAUCDC) have donated a mortgage-free, fully renovated home to Hurricane Harvey victims, the Avant family. In addition, area-businessman and philanthropist Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale generously surprised the family with nearly $14,000 in furniture and accessories from Gallery Furniture to help the Avant family transition into their new home. “This was the home where we started our family, where we first brought home our baby girl, and in one night, it was all gone,” said Drew Avant. Luckily, the Avant family, Jaclyn, an elementary school teacher, Drew, who works in construction and their four-year old daughter were safe at a family member’s home near Waco during the storm. After watching the news all night, Drew Avant received a text message the next day from a friend serving in the local fire department. The text simply said, “I’m sorry, man,” and included a photo of the Avant’s Friendswood home under over four feet of water. Without flood insurance, their dream home was gone, and they would have no means to rebuild. Since the hurricane, the Avant family has lived in a series of temporary housing arrange- ments. “It has been rough on our family, very emotional. We are happy and grateful to Chase and HAUCDC for this generous donation and helping us to bring our family together in a home of our own and get back to our routine,” said Jaclyn Avant. “Alongside our partners HAUCDC, we are happy to present the Avant family with a mortgage-free home so they can continue raising their family and contributing to their community,” said Mike Weinbach, CEO of Chase Home Lending. “At Chase, we want to be there for our customers and communities during good times and bad. After the storm, we saw that housing was the greatest need with tens of thousands of Houston families in hotels and shelters. We knew we had to work quickly to help get families, like the Avants get back in their homes. Chase is part of the ‘Houston Strong’ community and we will continue to help our neighbors and customers recover from this devastating storm,” he added. “After Hurricane Harvey, it is more important than ever that we help those families who lost everything. We are proud of the partnership with Chase that made this event today a reality. We also want to thank Gallery Furniture and Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale for their contribution to this deserving family,” Executive Director Benny Rodriguez said. “The board of directors and staff of HAUCDC is honored to be a part of this donation of a new home.”

GREG MCDONALD JOINS THE DETERING COMPANY AS SALES MANAGER

The Detering Co. is pleased to announce the future with him at the helm of our sales team," addition of Greg McDonald as sales manager. says Cassie Milam of The Detering Company. Greg has a prodigious history as sales manager In addition, Detering would like to congratulate in the Houston building market for the past 30 Rick Mosher in his new role as general manager years. Prior to joining the Detering team, Greg for The Detering Company. Rick will oversee all worked with the Lonestar/BMC groups from aspects of operations functions, which include 1984 to 2016, the last 16 years as the sales inside and counter sales as well as the specialist manager for custom millwork. and showroom sales functions. With Rick's With his 30+ years of experience, Greg brings understanding of the customer's expectations, with him a successful roadmap for leading the along with his systematic approach to improve- growth initiatives of The Detering Company. ment opportunities he has the tools to help take Greg has been happily married for 35 years and business to the next level. has two kids, son William, 33, and daughter "As Detering looks to the future, we continually Marleigh, 29. He is an outdoor enthusiast; he strive to improve toward being the best in the loves hunting and fishing as well as mowing his eyes of our customers. As a local, family owned East Texas farm (“good therapy,” he says). Greg supplier for 90 years, we are excited about these is also an avid saltwater fisherman. changes and additions and believe we are well "We are so happy to have Greg as a part of positioned to successfully service the Houston Team Detering, and we look forward to a great market for many years to come," adds Milam.

Greater Houston Builders Association – Building a Better Future | Houston Builder | JUNE 2018 33 WELCOME NEW MEMBERS Austin Custom Pools, Inc. 2018 Membership Chair BUILDERS Austin Werner Atlantis Homes 29003 Misty Oaks D'ANN BROWN William Herrick Huffman, TX 77336 Strucsure Home Warranty P.O. Box 6627 (281) 324-7200 Houston, TX 77265 [email protected] (832) 275-8799 www.austincustompools.net [email protected] If you are interested in helping recruit members, the GHBA atlantishomes.net Membership/Ambassador Committee invites you to the BlueSol Energy Scott Stevens next committee meeting and lunch on Wednesday, June 13, TDL Construction, LLC 4309 Valerie St at 11:30 a.m. at the GHBA. Please RSVP to Cynthia at Trea Luedke Bellaire, TX 77401 281-664-1425 or [email protected]. 18920 Freeport Rd, Ste 200 (713) 487-6103 Montgomery, TX 77356 [email protected] (936) 525-0970 www.bluesolenergy.com [email protected] On behalf of the GHBA, I would like to extend a big welcome to all of Cabinet Expressions Texas City Cottages, Inc. our new members! We couldn’t be more thrilled that you’ve made this Katy Williams Marc Schwettmann 21755 I-45 S Bldg.3 Ocommitment to the Houston building community as well as to your 1015 Prince St. Spring, TX 77388 own business development. Houston, TX 77008 (281) 770-2323 (713) 882-5287 [email protected] Visit ghba.org for information on all upcoming events or contact the [email protected] Membership Department at (281) 664-1425 to get involved and put www.texascitycottages.com Circa Lighting your membership to work! I am always happy to talk to new members Kate Brito about how to get involved or my personal experience with the GHBA. 2427 Westheimer Road REMODELERS Houston, TX 77098 If you have been a GHBA member for a while, please take a minute Arx Construction LLC (713) 526-4100 to extend a warm “hello” and congratulate our newest members listed Dennis Kim [email protected] on the next page for supporting the building industry. And remember, P.O. Box 1559 www.circalighting.com New Caney, TX 77357 "When doing business, call on a member first!" (281) 813-4767 DryTech Coatings LLC Here's what our members have to say about the GHBA... [email protected] Peter Bardenhagen P.O. Box 7746 Deskins Group LLC Spring, TX 77387 Shaun Deskins (281) 850-4511 13202 King Circle [email protected] Cypress, TX 77429 (281) 407-0020 Emmco & Associates, Inc. First United Bank Mortgage Group has been a member of the GHBA [email protected] Greg Pulido for only a year and a half, but our involvement with the association www.deskinsgroup.com 3483 W. 12th Street has been very rewarding and beneficial. Not only do we have the Houston, TX 77008 opportunity to network with builder representatives and decision (713) 880-8882 makers, but there are multiple opportunities to attend luncheons ASSOCIATES [email protected] and other functions to hear industry experts talk about every aspect AGM Insurance Group LLC www.emmco.com of the industry. Ana Montalbano, CRIS P.O. Box 448 Energy Ogre We also have the opportunity to participate in volunteer Magnolia, TX 77353 Scott Nethery organizations such as HomeAid, Habitat for Humanity, Hope Beyond (936) 697-0692 24 Greenway Plaza Ste 725 Bridges, Toys for Tots, and our favorite, the Frank Aranza "Adopt-a- [email protected] Houston, TX 77046 Family" Project. The look on the children’s and parents' faces when www.aginssolutions.com (832) 975-1000 the gifts are passed out is priceless. [email protected] Acero Bella www.energyogre.com If your company has any connection with the home building or Kirk Daniels remodeling business, I would highly recommend being a member of 8560 Katy Fwy Ste 160 FSB Electric, LLC the GHBA. Houston, TX 77024 Fred Bakenhus — RICK PHILLIPS (713) 465-4800 P.O. Box 926192 [email protected] MORTGAGE LOAN CONSULTANT Houston, TX 77292 www.acerobella.com (281) 384-3700 FIRST UNITED BANK MORTGAGE GROUP [email protected]

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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS MARCH SPIKE OF THE MONTH J. Xala’s Painting Republic State Mortgage HAR- Keller Williams Services, LLC Wilkins McLaughlin Houston Metropolitan Jose Xala 815 Hawthorne Anna Snegirev E'DELANO CRAINE 11703 basilica st. Houston, TX 77006 5050 Westheimer Rd. Ste 200 One Nation Title LLC Houston, TX 77099 (713) 457-6143 Houston, TX 77056 (832) 378-3410 [email protected] (713) 621-8001 [email protected] [email protected] MARCH RETENTION SPIKE www.jxalaspainting.net Steadfast Foundation Technologies, LLC HAR- Key 2 Texas Realty CHRIS HAWKINS L & P Marketing Adrian Vuyk Janice Imoisi Bayou City Risk Renee Lewis 10230 Grape Creek Grove Ln. 16630 Darby House Street 515 Post Oak Blvd, Ste 715 Cypress, TX 77433 Cypress, TX 77429 Houston, TX 77027 (713) 492-4560 (281) 799-8737 (713) 523-4359 adrian.vuyk@ [email protected] APRIL SPIKE OF THE MONTH [email protected] steadfastfoundations.com www.landpmarketing.com steadfastfoundations.com HAR- Lake Conroe Realty BRIAN STEVENSON Darlene Untermeyer The Stevenson Group/ Multivista Sunshine Fun Pools 2457M 1488 Ste 607 One Digital Juan Martinolich Dennis McMillin Conroe, TX 77384 7155 Old Katy RD. #225 4200 State Highway 6 South (936) 337-9897 Houston, TX 77024 College Station, TX 77845 [email protected] (832) 829-0152 (979) 690-3343 APRIL RETENTION SPIKE [email protected] [email protected] HAR- Oldham www.multivista.com www.sunshinefunpools.com Goodwin Group JERRY STEVENSON Steve Mattox The Stevenson Group/ NW Crossing Tejas Engineering 7102 W. Sam Houston Pkwy One Digital Management, LLC Management, LLC N, Ste. 230 Carrie Powledge Bill Baird Houston, TX 77040 13105 NW Freeway # 102 550 Greens Pkwy suite 110 (281) 256-2300 Houston, TX 77040 Houston, TX 77067 steve.mattox@ (713) 690-1481 (832) 633-4659 oldhamgoodwin.com cpowledge@ [email protected] nwcmanagement.com HAR- RE/MAX Space Center Weishuhn Engineering Marita Corkill Niche Network Solutions Barbara Weishuhn 3032 Marina Bay Dr. Ste 200 MEMBERPROFILE Jason Siebold 425 Spring Street Suite 102 League City, TX 77573 13810 Champion Forest Dr Columbus, TX 78934 (281) 334-3344 #210 (979) 732-6997 [email protected] Pro Painters for custom homes Houston, TX 77069 [email protected] (832) 422-8390 www.wei-eng.com HAR- Tamborrel Properties J. XALA’S PAINTING SERVICES Jason@ Matias Bulox LLC is a family owned business, NicheNetworkSolutions.com 39 Winter Thicket Pl certified in Texas for Texan families. AFFILIATES The Woodlands, TX 77375 Preferred Home ASID-Missy Stewart Designs (832) 465-7532 Skills include residential paint work, Technologies Inc. Missy Stewart [email protected] Faux finishes, and Decorative Plaster. John Alimeke 1201 Peveto St. 505 N Sam Houston Pkwy E Houston, TX 77091 HAR- Tamborrel Properties To learn more, visit: Ste. 455 (775) 745-0327 Andres De Pina www.jxalaspainting.net Houston, TX 77060 missy@ 10227 S Goshawk Trail or contact: (281) 272-5276 missystewartdesigns.com Conroe, TX 77385 Jose Xala at (832) 378-3410; [email protected] missystewartdesigns.com (832) 482-9367 [email protected]. [email protected] Redemption Roofing HAR- Keller Williams Adam Sabel Memorial HAR- Walzel Properties LLC 902 Houston Street Semyon Sharetskiy Tom Eickleberry Conroe, TX 77301 950 Corbindale Rd., Ste 100 5114 Crystal Bay Dr. (936) 321-3733 Houston, TX 77024 Houston, TX 77084 adam.sabel@ (903) 805-6335 (713) 201-5257 redemptionroofing.com [email protected] tomsellshomes2000@ redemptionroofing.com www.semyon. yahoo.com houtonrealestatenow.com

Greater Houston Builders Association – Building a Better Future | Houston Builder | JUNE 2018 35 RENEWALS 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 MEMBER NAME JOIN DATE COMPANY MEMBER NAME JOIN DATE 1st Capital Contractors Jesse Pedraza 2009 LMR Builders, LLC Larry Robinson 2012 20/20 Financial Advisers of Houston Karin Tyson 2013 Montebello Custom Homes Orlando Rodriguez 2016 ASID- Lynne T. Jones Interior Design Lynne Jones, ASID 2014 MP Studio Interiors Shana Jacobs 2014 Air Innovations LLC Troy Behrens 2013 MSF Electric, Inc. Armando Lozano 2008 Airteam, Ltd. Mort Curtis 1990 MSF Electric, Inc. Bryan Medve 2008 All Texas Fence Inc Chris Davis 2011 Majestic Stone Aaron Bancroft 2016 Allegion-Schlage Door Lock Company Sarah Thakar Iandoli 2013 Manna Distributors Alan Nahman 2014 Allure Construction & Concrete Michael Pollard 2015 Marberry Machine, Inc. Charles Marberry 2017 Alpine Air JD Reed 2008 Mark Gooch Designers, Inc. Mark Gooch 2007 Anderson Canyon, LLC Tom O’Leary 2014 Marshall Building, Inc. S.G. Marshall 2000 Ashwood Designs & Custom Homes / Ross Huthmacher 2012 Mary Ross Custom Homes, LLC Mary Ross 2010 Coan Ross Custom Concepts Masonry & Glass Systems, Inc. Ken Bowman 2003 Baker One Design LLC Kristi Steward 2014 Mayberry Homes Inc Sharone Mayberry 2006 Bohlke Consulting Group LLC Gary Latz 2004 McCauley Architectural Reviews, Inc. Janet McCauley 2005 Builders Auction Company Bruce Sutter 2012 Meeks + Partners Donald Meeks 2014 CAM Builders, LLC Mike Curley 2011 Meistad Plumbing Company, Inc. Michael Meistad 2012 Campus Living Villages Kevin Rogers 2015 Metrostudy Lawrence Dean 1982 Caretex Custom Builders, LLC Renee Nieuwoudt 2015 Mount Vernon Contractors Inc. Bruce Beeler 2001 Champion Custom Home Builders LLC Mike Adalis 2006 New Tex Plumbing Ltd William Collora 2004 Charter Development Partners Chris Forrest 2014 New Tradition Builders Daniel Lawrence 2011 Craftsmanship By John, Inc. John Gillette, GMB, CAPS 1998 Niagara Craftsman, Inc. Clyde Curry 2002 Creekstone Outdoors Sam Hickey 2010 Noel Furniture Martha Daley 2017 Croix Custom Homes, Inc. Michael Croix 1999 Paragon Design Firm Chevon Richards 2016 Custom Outdoors, Inc. Kenneth Klare 2003 Patina Metals, Inc. Jeff Emmott 1981 D. L. Doyle Construction Co. Doug Doyle, CGR, GMB 2003 Post Custom Homes, LLC. John Post 1987 DHK Development, Inc. Douglas Konopka 2017 ProTex Comfort Control Luis Gallardo 2014 Designer Stone Center, Inc. Jorge Lefebvre 2007 PulteGroup Gustavo Viecco 1981 Ethicus Construction, LLC Jeffrey Walker 2017 Richard Alan & Associates LLC Richard Alan 2013 Everhart Construction Lee Mash 2017 Roland Mitchell Homes Roland Mitchell 2014 Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery Lindsey Root 2003 SQ-Air One Testing & Services, LLC Susan Quave, CGP, CGA, BPI, 2016 Fitzgerald’s Renovation Nita Fitzgerald 2012 ICC Residential Inspector Fort Bend Builders Daniel Boucher 2016 Sanctuary Builders Michele Alvarado, CGB 2013 Franz Brothers Inc. dba Lancaster Homes Chris Franz 2002 Schenck Builders LLC Yvette Schenck 2016 Fyre-Stone, Inc. Jim Fanning 2013 Schwab Design Builders LLC David Schwab 2010 Gary Keith Jackson Design, Inc. Gary Jackson 2016 See Tim Sell Timothy Sojka 2016 Generators of Houston Misty Velasquez 2016 Sherwin-Williams Paint Company Mike Bernal 1989 Goodchild Builders, Inc. Steve Goodchild 2009 Sitterle Homes of Houston Steve Von Hofe 2013 Gracepoint Homes Randall Birdwell 2006 Smith Family Homes Brad Smith 2014 Greathouse Construction Inc. Chad Cheshire 2009 Sonny’s Plumbing Audrey Nolan 2017 HDT Builders, LLC Dee Todd-Simmons 2011 Southwest Sales Tiffany Casey 2012 HR Green, Inc. Peter Huinker 2013 Spindletop Builders Inc Layne Wilson 2014 Hana Custom Homes Rahim Jiwa 2013 Stasny Group LLC Dean Stasny 2014 Harrell Architects Management, Inc. Perry Harrell 2015 Stevens Landscape Services Ron Stevens 2001 Harris Construction Company Haley Millis 2016 Suncoast Post-Tension, Ltd. Lisa Napier 1983 Houston Association of Realtors Bob Hale 2010 Sweetwater Pools, Inc. Darlene Treat 2017 HAR- Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Thai Klam 2017 TARACORP Edward Taravella 1996 Anderson Properties Terra Visions, LLC Randy Jones 2010 HAR- Casa Bella Development Joseph Licata 2015 Texas American Title Company Allen Lusk 1982 HAR- The Seth Brothers Kunal Seth 2014 Texas Elite Custom Homes, LLC Tony Williams 2010 Houston Plans and Permits LLC Hugo Fuentes 2017 The Metropolitan Builder Giselle Bernard 2014 Huber Engineered Woods Brandon Lackey 2004 The Murillo Company Donna Murillo 2017 ISC Construction Services LLC Isaac Saldana 2017 Trussway, Ltd. Jeff Tucker 2009 Inflection Design Group, LLC Jack Lin 2014 Tryon Homes, LLC. Phillip Tryon 2015 Inframark Myla Moon 1977 W. R. Watson, Inc. Wade Watson 2003 Ironwood Connection Fred Luchene 2002 Wamhoff Design | Build Gregory Wamhoff 2013 JT Lanehart Electric Company John Lanehart 1977 Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Lee Ann Lange 2014 Jewell an Oldcastle Company Lindsay Martin 2017 Western Pacific Building Materials Randy Lutz 2016 Johns Manville Alyece Urice 2017 Weyerhaeuser Wood Products KC Cox, CGA, CGP, CAPS 1998 Kamran Custom Homes Kamran Andampour 2015 William David Homes David Sanders 2014 Keller Williams - The Icon Team Nicole Roberts 2014 Zografos Builder Group Dean Zografos, CGB 2016 36 JUNE 2018 | Houston Builder | Greater Houston Builders Association – Building a Better Future MEMBERSHIP DEPARTMENT

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STILLWATER BUILDERS has been building beautiful L & P MARKETING is a full-service marketing agency. homes for more than 20 years, making dream homes a We are distillers of truth and believe strategic thinking reality. Stillwater has a commitment to honesty, integrity, should not only focus on communication, but on the and hard work, and is conscientious about its reputation positive connection between our clients and their in the industry. Our experienced team is focused on customers. We create programs that are memorable and communication and customer service, ensuring a centered within the field of your target market. We obtain pleasurable experience with the least amount of stress. successful results for our clients by helping them set and Stillwater has the management expertise and experience achieve realistic goals and strategies. We take marketing to carefully plan your home to minimize unexpected into the physical environment to create welcoming surprises, guide homeowners through decisions, organize environments. We help design soft programming to power and supervise reliable skilled labor, and coordinate the amenities and to create memorable experiences that add entire build team including architects and designers. We value to the bottom line. strive for excellence in every home we build. To learn more, visit www.landpmarketing.com To learn more, visit www.stillwaterbuilders.com or contact Renee Lewis at (713) 523-4359; or contact Aaron Walton at (281) 866-7300; [email protected]. [email protected].

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BRIZO CONSTRUCTION began operations in August of NICHE NETWORK SOLUTIONS is a one-stop-shop for 2017 to provide additional contractor capacity for disaster all your home or business automation needs. Connecting recovery housing programs in the Houston and Southeast the IOT, using the Control4 premier products we offer an Texas regions after Hurricane Harvey’s catastrophic impacts. affordable way to obtain a fully “smart home” interfacing to Brizo’s philosophy for post-disaster recovery is to anticipate Alexa and Google Home. our disaster impacted homeowner’s needs, have a thorough Niche Network Solutions offers: whole home audio and understanding of the federal program fund administering video distribution, surveillance and security, lighting the recovery programs, and ensure experienced and controls, shade control, and home and small business quality personnel are engaged and on the ground meeting networking. Our staff is fully certified for the Control4 system homeowner and program expectations. Brizo believes in and licensed for security and surveillance, professional and having quality professionals from the disaster recovery field courteous. From pre-wiring to final installation, Niche and skilled contractors with a proven track record. Network Solutions is your business partner for life. To learn more, visit To learn more, visit www.brizoconstruction.com www.nichenetworksolution.com or contact Jason Siebold or contact Shanise Scott at (409) 316-4764; at (713) 703-9380; [email protected]. [email protected].

Greater Houston Builders Association – Building a Better Future | Houston Builder | JUNE 2018 37 DIVISION UPDATE MONTGOMERY COUNTY BUILDERS & DEVELOPERS DIVISION

2018 Montgomery County Division Chair ALEX KAMKAR Toll Brothers

Good Times are Starting to Roll

“If you wanna have a ball, you gotta go out and spend some industry has helped homebuilders to work through the cash, and let the good times roll, let the good times roll.” large glut of lot supply that characterized the Far North – Let the Good Times Roll, B.B. King market for the last five or six quarters.

Folks by the time you read this, we will have crossed into This is best illustrated by the Conroe/Montgomery County the second half of 2018 and will be heading into the peak of submarket, which has the largest upcoming projects in the new home selling season, June and July. The Far North its pipeline, outperforming consistent stalwarts like Katy, Houston submarket, comprised of North Harris County Sugar Land, and the Inner Loop submarkets, according to and Montgomery County, is starting to see a promising Meyers Research. resurgence, with no end in sight. Let me break down some notable highlights. Homebuilders across all price points are clamoring for lots to help maintain their building pipelines. Any lot The largest barometer for Greater Houston is the spot price sizes greater than a 60’ were considered the red-headed of West Texas Intermediate (WTI), which has stabilized step-children of lots as they were inferior to the smaller above $55/barrel since November 2017. The spot price has and more versatile 45’ or 50’ wide lot. Private and public subsequently stabilized above $60/barrel in 2018 and is homebuilders who were not considering a 70’ or 80’ wide looking to remain above $70/barrel as of April 2018. lot position six months ago, are now seeing opportunities to generate margin gains in master planned communities This key metric bodes well for companies across the oil and actively competing for larger lot positions. and gas spectrum, including companies with large offices in Montgomery County like Anadarko, Baker Hughes, As B.B. reminds us, to have a ball, you have to spend some etc. A stabilized spot price of WTI above $60/barrel is cash. Right now, it feels like homebuyers are pulling their a crucial indicator for further growth in single family dollar bills out and trying to let the good times roll. residential projects. Join us at the MCBDD “Home on the Range” Networking The enhanced economic performance of the local economy event on Wednesday, June 20 for an evening of fun and since Donald Trump’s election to office has helped build networking at the Saddle River Range for indoor shooting, confidence in the larger economy. The confidence in the archery and simulators. Register at ghba.org/calendar. macro economy combined with the resurgence of local

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MCBDD-home-range-networking-2018.indd 1 4/18/2018 5:06:11 PM DIVISION UPDATE BAY AREA BUILDERS ASSOCIATION

2018 Bay Area Division Chair PATRICK MAYHAN Westin Homes

There is Value in That Building strong trade partnerships

n my role at Westin Homes, there are times I get inundated lowest price rarely translates into the best service. We’ve Iwith phone calls, emails, and text messages from various all been there. businesses, all wanting to potentially do future business with us, bid out plans, etc. So how do I decide whether to Value can be measured not only in competitive pricing, do business with them or not? but also in the strength of the business relationships between the vendor/supplier and their builder customers. The evaluation process of vendors/suppliers really boils A true trade partnership has tremendous value to builders, down to two categories: price and quality of service. The helping to solidify future business and revenue for both price pillar is fairly cut and dry; one price is higher, and one is parties. If that trade partnership is not very strong, it can lower. It’s easy to quantify and compare. Quality of service, then create the opposite effect, which is bad for everyone. however, is an area where a potential vendor can really increase their overall value in the eyes of their customers. The biggest challenge to recognizing the value of a strong trade partnership is that there is no clear cut way to The key word here is value. Every business, in every industry, measure its worth, like you could by doing a cost analysis is always looking to get more value from the goods and with competitive bidding. In a cost analysis, one price is services they use in their operations. They want to squeeze either higher or lower than the other. It’s not so easy when as much as possible out of what they have in the most trying to recognize value with a trade partnership. You efficient manner. know it’s there, but it’s hard to measure correctly.

People in my line of work are always using the phrase “best So, the question that a vendor/supplier should ask service for best price.” We want the best service and quality themselves is: how can I maximize the strength of my trade for the lowest price. Why wouldn’t anyone want that, in a partnerships so that my customer base fully recognizes the perfect world? In the real world, the lowest price doesn’t value of doing business with me? always turn out to be the “best” price. Why? Because the

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40 JUNE 2018 | Houston Builder | Greater Houston Builders Association – Building a Better Future In my experience, here are a few key areas critical to and to the public who will ultimately buy the home. This is creating partnerships of value: critically important to understand and appreciate.

Strong communication. I’m a big believer in good Is the jobsite clean when the work is done? Whenever communication. Half the problems in our world are you may have to deal with a homebuyer or homeowner, due somehow, someway to bad communication, or, is it professional and courteous? That homeowner or communication that could have been better. homebuyer is looking at you as a representative of your trade partner, the builder they are buying that home from. Bad communication runs rampant throughout our industry Trust me, if there is a problem with their Westin home, that specifically, both from the builders as well as the vendors first phone call isn’t going to be made to your company, and suppliers. When it comes to unpleasant news about or any other vendor or supplier, it’s getting made to the something (e.g. you can’t show up at job site on the date homebuilder. Period. Because the homebuilder is the scheduled, or something didn’t happen the way it was entity that these buyers paid. So, be aware that you and discussed), there is an avoidance to communicate that to your work represent not only your company, but your trade the other side, because of what you anticipate the reaction partner as well; there is value in that. will be. I get that. It’s simple human nature. But what that avoidance really does is make an already bad situation Under-promise & over-deliver. Over-promising and under- even worse, by not letting someone know in a timely delivering can lead to some of the greatest frustrations manner. The communication may not be pleasant, but at between trade partners. We’ve all been there. Your trade least your trade partner now knows the situation, and can partner is pushing hard on you for something to get done, plan accordingly. There is value in that. and you’ve been waiting on some back-ordered product to get to your warehouse that you need to finish everything In today’s age of technology, we all now use email as a up. Just to get that trade partner off your back, you say, primary form of communication. That is reality. It’s efficient “We’ll have it done by Friday.” and creates a document and communication trail. Learn to utilize that, in the best interest of yourself and your Now, that back-ordered product is supposed to be at your customer. There is value in that. warehouse by Thursday, which should mean you can then complete the job. And you hope that your supplier is going Do what you say you are going to do. This ties in nicely to get that product to you as promised. But what if they with my first point about communicating. Do what you don’t? What if the truck gets a flat tire? What if the product have agreed to do, with the best of your ability. That is got damaged at the supplier’s warehouse? What if??? what is and should be expected, especially if there is a financial transaction tied to it. We are all human andno Friday comes along and the job is not complete as promised. one is perfect, so if for whatever reason you can’t do what You now have to deal with the angry builder because you you agreed to do, communicate that to your trade partner. told him it would be done, and it’s not. Because you over- Again, even if the other side doesn’t like what they are promised and under-delivered, you inadvertently made hearing, at least they know and can plan accordingly. the situation even worse.

This works both ways. What if your trade partner keeps Maintain strong communication and do what you say scheduling work or services but your homes consistently you’re going to do. As I keep stressing, there is value are not ready for work to begin? There is a cost to that. Both in that. sides need to adhere to doing what they say they are going to do. There is value in that.

Get all the facts before you take action. As the saying COMING UP: goes, the devil is in the details. I have a better way of saying that: the TRUTH is in the details. We are all guilty at times BAY AREA BUILDERS ASSOCIATION of making decisions, big and small, on things for which we MONTHLY LUNCHEON simply do not have all the relevant information. If we’re lucky, we still somehow make the right decision. More Tuesday, June 5 11:30 a.m. at La Brisa Mexican Grill likely, however, we end up ultimately making the wrong 501 N. Wesley Dr. , League City, TX 77573 decision. In an industry with so many moving parts, people, and processes, it’s critical to make sure you have all your Cost: $20 earlybird; $30 after June 3 ‘ducts’ in a row and understand the effects each decision will have downstream before you make it. There is value SPONSORED BY: BUILDER in that. DPIS SERVICES SINGLE SOURCE SOLUTION As a trade partner, you are not only representing yourself and TABLETOPS: the company that employs you, you are also representing your builder customer. The work done on the homes of your trade partner ultimately reflects on that trade partner,

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Guided Division: 2nd Place: RED FISH Carl Forman and 1st: Trey Wenzel - 7.22 lbs Keith Lang 2nd: Brad Renfro - 6.67 lbs 3rd Place: TROUT Paul Baudat and 1st: Elvin Clayton - 4.77 lbs Brandon Weichert 2nd : Shane Smart - 4.61 lbs STRINGER TEAM Total Floors Team Elvin Clayton, Brad Renfro, and Darren Moon Total Weight - 25.22 lbs

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Make Your Mark

opefully everyone enjoyed Houston’s one week of HSpring (give or take) because Summer is here, folks! The April and May Associate Council meetings had record attendance and we truly appreciate our speakers and thank them for their time. The GHBA membership is growing and with so many new faces, we’d like to encourage all of you to get involved!

The Associate Council hosts many of the GHBA’s favorite events (Chili Cook-Off, BBQ Cook-Off, Adopt-a-Family Holiday Project, Spring Golf Tournament, and more). We invite YOU to jump in and make your mark on any one of our awesome committees. If you have questions or would like more information, please reach out to any Associate Council board member and we’ll be happy to help.

A great place to start is by attending the council’s monthly luncheons, and the June panel will be hot! We will feature sales and marketing executives to speak on the latest sales trends and what buyers are looking for in the quest for a dream home. This is a can’t-miss meeting! Hope to see you all at there on June 7.

Seeking Scholarship Donations

Every year, the GHBA Associate Council aims to grant at PHOTO 1: Pictured (L to R) are Pat Wilson, Legends Architectural Stone (sponsor); least five $3,000 scholarships to the children of GHBA Lisa Clark, Ryko Development (speaker); Nicolas Cubbler, Semper Fi Contractors members. These scholarships are possible through the (April drawing winner); Parke Patterson, Parke Patterson Land Development generous donations of association members. Companies (speaker); Greg Tomlinson, Builders Post-Tension (sponsor); and Virgil Yoakum, or individuals who donate $3,000 or more will have a Johnson Development (speaker). scholarship named in their honor. All funds donated go PHOTO 2: Speakers Winston Collins, LGI Homes; Corey Wilson, Century directly to student scholarships and this is a tax-deductible Communities; Mireya Gordillo, Greeneco Builders LLC; and Randy Barras, donation to the GHBA Charitable Foundation. Find out Trendmaker Homes; and May drawing winner Carl Forman, O’Hagin Superior Attic more at ghba.org/scholarship-program. Vent Products.

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2018 Sales & Marketing Council President LIZ THOMPSON Taylor Morrison Horizontal logo (Primary version) Unusual Things to Do in Houston

f you read my article last month, (thank you for taking the Museum of Health and Medical Science Itime out of your busy schedule to do so) you know that in my effort to depart from writing about the housing market My personal favorite as a self-proclaimed nerd is the where others excel more than I do, I am taking to the Museum of Health and Medical Science that features a internet to find you things to do in our amazing city. While 27.5 foot intestine... gross but cool! last month I introduced the culturally surprising “Walkable Don’t take my word on it though. Check out the link above Houston,” this month I scouted out more strange things and see the 15 other cool and unusual things to do! to do in our fair city. Next month... food! I came across 18 Cool and Unusual Things to do in Houston (www.atlasobscura.com/things-to-do/houston-texas/) and I definitely have a wacky weekend schedule ahead of COMING UP: me now. What are some of the “Cool and Unusual Things”? TEXAS BASH Buffalo Bayou Burp Thursday, August 9 | 7-10 p.m. at Minute Maid Park Did you know you can make the Buffalo Bayou burp? Turns Cheer on our conquering heroes, the Houston Astros! Join out one inventive artist placed an unmarked red button in on the fun with 600 of your friends for a little baseball, underneath the Preston Street Bridge. While creating a camaraderie, food, and fireworks. Family-friendly event. cultural buzz, he also allowed button pushers to become ecological partners with the infamous waterway. HOUSTON'S BEST PRISM AWARDS GALA Beer Can House Saturday, October 6 | 6 p.m. to 12 midnight Royal Sonesta Hotel, Legends Ballroom I have heard of the beer can house so many times in Experience "Stetsons & Stilettos," an elegant dinner and my Houstonian life but never visited. I now know John awards presentation honoring the industry's finest in the Milkovisch used beer cans he himself consumed over an categories of People, Product and Promotion. 18 year period. That’s a lot of hops! Tables and sponsorships available now!

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2018 Custom Builders Council Chair Matt Sneller, CGP, GMB, CAPS Sneller Custom Homes and Remodeling, LLC

Wow Your Buyers with Innovative Design his month’s guest speakers were Kathy Anderson with changes to the TAB contracts. As a reminder, these contracts TEklektik Interiors and Cindy Aplanalp-Yates with The are a valuable, FREE benefit to all current GHBA Custom Chairma Group. Their energetic presentation of fresh Builders Council and Remodelers Council members. trends in the bathroom, kitchen, closets, outdoor spaces and lighting included modern surface materials, metals, Participation is vital to accomplishing the council’s mission, colors and how they can all work together to create that and getting involved with the Custom Builders Council is ‘wow factor’ every new homeowner is looking for. Think a fantastic opportunity both personally and professionally. warm and inviting or bright and reflective. Don’t be afraid We hope to you see you at our 2018 meetings and events. to think outside the box. The experts recommend that all builders meet with a design team to help make the selection process smoother with less change orders. They COMING UP: also urge builders to upgrade their lighting and hardware packages to reflect that “custom” design look. REMODELERS COUNCIL + CUSTOM BUILDERS COUNCIL JOINT MONTHLY LUNCHEON Save the date for CBC’s next luncheon on June 20, when our illustrious attorneys will discuss the latest legislative Wednesday, June 20 11:30 a.m. at Houston Racquet Club, 10709 Memorial Dr., 77024 Pictured left to right are: Kathy Lunch Only: $45 earlybird; $55 after June 13 Anderson, Eklektik Interiors Contract Access + Lunch: $145 early; $155 after June 13 (panelist); Dave Gordon, Whitestone Builders Inc.; and Topic: Contract Seminar Cindy Aplanalp-Yates, The Attorneys James Rudnicki and Ian Faria will share a complete Chairma Group (panelist). overview of the 2017-2019 TAB Contracts. SPONSORED BY:

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46 JUNE 2018 | Houston Builder | Greater Houston Builders Association – Building a Better Future 16th Annual GHBA PRODUCT EXPO October 18, Sam Houston Race Park Pavilion A Custom Builders Council Event presented by BMC BUILDERS, REMODELERS & DEVELOPERS ATTEND FREE SAVE THE DATE—OCTOBER 18!

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COUNCIL UPDATE REMODELERS COUNCIL remodel on! 2018 Remodelers Council President houst LARRY ABBOTT, CAPS, RCS, CGR Abbott Contracting LLC

urricane season is upon us and thanks to RMC’s luncheon Hspeaker panel “Preparing for the Storm,” we will be in better shape than ever before. We appreciate our panelists who provided valuable information for preparing for future storms. Sherry Pruitt of Whodid It Designs moderated the panel consisting of Jim Nowlin, Remodeling Concepts; Dan Bawden, Legal Eagle Contractors; and Kena Armstrong, Hotchkiss Insurance. Note that the Council’s next luncheon will be held on a Wednesday, June 20 to discuss important updates and changes to the TAB Contracts. This joint luncheon with the Custom Builders Council will feature attorneys James Rudnicki of Bush, Rudnicki and Shelton and Ian Faria of the Bradley Law Firm. PHOTO: At the May RMC luncheon, panelists Kena Armstrong, Jim Nowlin and Thank you again to all those who contributed to the Dan Bawden share insight and tips on preparing for the next big storm.

PHOTO: Donors to the Wellsprings and Crossroads charity projects were recognized with appreciation plaques at the May RMC luncheon. Council’s recent charity projects, both Wellsprings and Crossroads. Your hard work and donations made these projects a huge success for the fourth year in a row. Way to go Remodelers Council! (Read more on page 30). The annual charity project is funded through the Remodelers Council Garage Sale which will be held at the Texas Home & Garden Show at NRG Center October 20-21. We are urgently looking for warehouse space to store the donated merchandise. There are also excellent opportunities to use your volunteer skills: calling for donations, working to set up the show or sales to the general public, cashier, etc. Please join in on this worthy

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48 JUNE 2018 | Houston Builder | Greater Houston Builders Association – Building a Better Future The Houston Remodeling Guide The 19th annual Houston Remodeling Guide was recently published to rave reviews. A huge thank you goes to Amy Ahlbrand Robinson of Fort Bend Publishing Group for her 19 years of dedication to making this publication so Amy Robinson, Fort Bend Publishing (right) presents a successful. The magazine, which started at just 24 pages, $10,000 commission check has reached 108 pages with this issue. We are proud from the annual Houston to report that the GHBA used last year’s publication as a Remodeling Guide to Larry resource after Hurricane Harvey. It’s not too early to start Abbott, 2018 Remodelers thinking about contributing to next year’s magazine which Council president. will mark our 20th anniversary. For more information email [email protected]. cause. If you can donate storage space or materials, please contact Michael Jorewicz at [email protected] or Will Cole Get Published! at [email protected]. All Remodelers Council members are invited to submit articles for a weekly column in the Houston Chronicle. This Fun in the Sun is an extraordinary opportunity to promote your brand and your council to a wide audience of homeowners. Articles The Council will once again participate in the AIA must be 300–500 words and include an attached high- Sandcastle Competition held on Galveston’s East Beach on resolution project photo. Articles should be educational Saturday, August 25 (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.). Make plans to join us in nature and not self-promoting (think editorial, not for the pre-party night out from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, advertorial). Writers will receive a byline mentioning their August 24 on the water at Galveston’s Fisherman’s Wharf. company as contributor. Please send your ideas, articles And then join us bright and early as we hit the beach to and photos to [email protected]. bring our sandcastle to life on Saturday. stand out with SAM! Associates make up about two-thirds of The Sustaining Associate Member Our SAMs really go the extra mile for the the GHBA membership and through extra Program (SAM) is just our way of GHBA. If you see one of these superstar financial commitments from sponsorships, saying "thanks!" SAMs receive associates, please take a minute to say they finance a large portion of the additional recognition throughout the thank you. Learn more about the SAM advocacy and ongoing work on behalf of year in Houston Builder magazine, with program at www.ghba.org/sponsorships. the housing industry. distinguishing ribbons at events, signage at the GHBA building, and more!

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The GHBA Volume Builders hosted its Bradley Pepper, GHBA government third reservoir, an aggressive buyout quarterly meeting at Top Golf in April, affairs director, gave a recap on program and increasing conveyance with more than 20 builder companies Chapter 19 and the new requirements in current bayous and reservoirs to in attendance. Several speakers were at to build to the 500 year flood plain plus increase their capacity. hand to give builders a broad view of two feet if you are currently in the 100 what’s been happening since Harvey. year flood plain. Top Golf Speed Selling

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Greater Houston Builders Association – Building a Better Future | Houston Builder | JUNE 2018 51 OFFICERS AND LEADERSHIP GHBA BOARD OF DIRECTORS COUNCIL PRESIDENTS & Larry Abbott, CAPS, RCS, CGR, Abbott Contacting COMMITTEE CHAIRS Kena Armstrong, CIC, Hotchkiss Insurance Ambassador/Membership Committee – D'Ann Brown Adam Aschmann, Tilson Homes Associate Council – Kim Lawrence Benefit Homes Committee – Cindy Hinson DON KLEIN Bo Butler, Butler Brothers Construction Yvonne Cummins, Morning Star Builders Community Developers Council – Ed Taravella PRESIDENT Custom Builders Council – Matt Sneller Marco Cordon, GMB, Lennar/Village Builders Education Committee – Dave Yelovich Ian Faria, Bradley Law Firm Government Affairs Committee – Mike Dishberger Rocky Flores, ROC Homes Green Built Gulf Coast – Nicole Keown & Jim Spurgeon Russel Garrison, Loyd Russel Homes HomeAid Board President – Bill Dalton Katy Hawes, Jamestown Estate Homes HOME-PAC – Jim Holcomb Rob Hellyer, CGR, GMB, CAPS, Premier Remodeling & Construction Past President’s Council – Bo Butler Randy Jones, Terra Visions Retention Committee – Toner Kersting Alex Kamkar, Toll Brothers Remodelers Council – Larry Abbott JOHN WILLIAMS Jennifer Keller, Land Tejas Sales & Marketing Council – Liz Thompson VICE PRESIDENT Volume Builders Committee – Jeff Dye Don Klein, Chesmar Homes Kim Lawrence, CGA, CSP, Connect One, A Smart Home Company GHBA DIVISION PRESIDENTS Keith Luechtefeld, Shea Homes Bay Area Builders Association – Patrick Mayhan John Madsen, Bentley, Bratcher & Associates Montgomery County Division – Alex Kamkar Sharone Mayberry, Mayberry Homes Patrick Mayhan, Westin Homes GHBA STAFF Dustin O’Neal, Costello Inc. Executive Vice President and CEO Bill Riley, CGB, GMB, CGR, CGP, Bicycle Bungalows Casey Watts Morgan - (281) 664-1432 [email protected] ROCKY FLORES Ron Rohrbacher, Perry Homes Director of Government Affairs ASSOCIATE V. P. Jim Russ, EHRA Engineering Bradley Pepper - (281) 664-1430 Kunal Seth, The Seth Brothers [email protected] Ed Taravella, TARACORP Government Affairs Coordinator Liz Thompson, Taylor Morrison (281) 664-1433 Renae Turnbaugh, Carrier Corporation Director of Builder Programs Matt Sneller, CGP, GMB, CAPS, Sneller Custom Homes and Remodeling Donna Buenik - (281) 664-1429 John Williams, K. Hovnanian Homes [email protected] Publisher - Print & Web ROB HELLYER PRESIDENTIAL APPOINTEE Brittany Feldmann - (832) 215-7232 SECRETARY Lindy Oliva, PulteGroup [email protected] Director of Membership/Marketing Cynthia Fagan - (281) 664-1425 GHBA’S TAB DIRECTORS GHBA’S NAHB DIRECTORS [email protected] Adam Aschmann Adam Aschmann Membership Coordinator D’Ann Brown Bo Butler Vilma Bonilla - (281) 664-1426 Lisa Clark Clayton Farmer, CGP, HERS, LEED AP, [email protected] Gonzalo Garcia GBV, GBE, CEA, LEED-H GR, IECC, GBI Special Events Director Allen Griffin Victoria Hawes Melvina Audain - (281) 664-1428 Stephen Hann Kathy Howard JOHN MADSEN, CPA Victoria Hawes Leslie King, GMB, CGR, CAPS [email protected] TREASURER Sean Hodge Don Klein Education and Career Services Director Randy Jones John Williams Peggy Means, CGA - (281) 664-1431 Leslie King [email protected] Don Klein NAHB LIFE DIRECTORS Controller Griff Godwin, CPA - (281) 664-1427 Matthew Reibenstein Dan Bawden, JD Ron Rohrbacher Randy Bayer, GMB [email protected] Ed Taravella Suzi Bayer, CGA, CSP, GMB Accountant John Williams Jonathon Casada, GMB, CAPS Lincoya Ferguson - (281) 664-1434 KC Cox, CGA, CAPS, CGP [email protected] IAN FARIA TAB ALTERNATE DIRECTOR Mike Dishberger, GMB Administration & Builder Programs Coordinator LEGAL COUNSEL Kena Looker-Armstrong Stephen Hann, CGR, GMB, GMR, CGP Simone Castille - (281) 664-1439 Jeff Hunt, GMB, CGR, CAPS, CGP [email protected] TAB LIFE DIRECTORS Barry Kahn Office Manager Adam Bakir, P.E., GMB Charles Leyendecker Janet Todd - (281) 664-1424 Randy Bayer, GMB Mike Manners [email protected] Suzi Bayer, CGA, CSP, CGB Eddie Martin Public Relations Director Randy Birdwell Tom Richey, CMP, MIRM Terry Swenson - (281) 382-9977 Ronny Carroll David Walton [email protected] Jonathon Casada, GMB HomeAid Houston Executive Director and CEO BO BUTLER KC Cox, CGA, CAPS, CGP NAHB SENIOR LIFE DIRECTORS Bette Moser, CAPS, CGP, CGA - (281) 664-1436 PAST PRESIDENT Mike Dishberger, GMB Randy Birdwell [email protected] Jim Frankel, GMB J.S. Norman, Jr. HomeAid Director of Development Russel Garrison Sheri Douglass - (281) 664-1435 Kathy Howard [email protected] Jeff Hunt, GMB, CGR, CAPS, CGP HomeAid Operations Coordinator Barry Kahn Kirsten Robbins - (281) 664-1438 Andy Loyd [email protected] Eddie Martin Administrative Accountant Keith Rodgers, CGA, CSP Bill Shaw, CGR, GMB, CAPS Lisa Gentry - (281) 664-1440 CASEY MORGAN Kathleen Stadler [email protected] EXECUTIVE VP & CEO 52 JUNE 2018 | Houston Builder | Greater Houston Builders Association – Building a Better Future CALENDAR OF EVENTS Stay informed and connected at association meetings and events.

Tuesday, August 14 11:30 a.m. - Remodelers Council Luncheon, at June July Houston Racquet Club, 10709 Memorial Dr, 77024

MEETINGS AND EVENTS EDUCATION COURSES Thursday, August 16 Tuesday, June 5 Tuesday, July 17 11:30 a.m. - Custom Builders Council, at Houston 11:30 a.m. - Bay Area Builders Association 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. - Masonry Seminar (ABCs of Home Racquet Club, 10709 Memorial (at Voss) Luncheon, at La Brisa, 501 N Wesley, 77573 Building Series) Wednesday, August 22 Wednesday, June 6 Wednesday, July 18 11:30 a.m. - Montgomery County Builders & 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Mid-Year Forecast Luncheon 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Business Accounting and Developers Luncheon, at Holiday Inn & Suites featuring Dr. Mark Dotzour, at the Hilton Americas Job Costing: A Road Map to Profitability Shenandoah-The Woodlands, Main Ballroom, 1:30 p.m. - Developers Council (NAHB Course) 19333 David Memorial Dr., Shenandoah, TX 77385

Thursday, June 7 Tuesday, July 24 Thursday, August 23 9 a.m. - Education Committee 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. - Tight Construction & Comfort: 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. - BABA Go-Kart Racing Event, The Window of Error is Narrowing Urban Air Adventure Park 11:30 a.m. - Associate Council Luncheon Friday, August 24 Wednesday, June 20 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. - AIA Sandcastle Pre-Party, at 11:30 a.m. - Custom Builders & Remodelers Fisherman's Wharf in Galveston Council Joint Luncheon, at Houston Racquet Club, August 10709 Memorial (at Voss) Saturday, August 25 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. - Montgomery County "Home on MEETINGS AND EVENTS 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. - AIA Sandcastle Competition, the Range" Networking, at Saddle River Range Wednesday, August 1 Galveston's East Beach 1:30 p.m. - Developers Council

EDUCATION COURSES Thursday, August 2 Tuesday, June 12 9 a.m. - Education Committee 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Diversification: Capitalizing on EDUCATION COURSES New Business Opportunities (NAHB/GMB Course) 11:30 a.m. - Associate Council Luncheon Tuesday, August 21 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. - Roofing Seminar Tuesday, June 19 Tuesday, August 7 (ABCs of Home Building Series) 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. - The HVAC System 11:30 a.m. - Bay Area Builders Association (ABCs of Home Building Series) Luncheon, at La Brisa, 501 N Wesley, 77573 Thursday, August 30 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. - Residential Foundations: Thursday, June 21 Thursday, August 9 Soils and Materials Testing 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. - Guidelines for Design & 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. - Texas BASH 2018, Houston Construction of In-Ground Swimming Pools in TX Astros vs. Seattle Mariners, at Minute Maid Park

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