Committees

Committees of the HBAL

ACTIVATION & RETENTION COMMITTEE

Chairman: Rob Eberenz

The Activation Committee works on increasing involvement in Association activities by Builder and Associate Members. For more information on the Activation Committee contact Nicole Bouchard at nicole@hbal.com.

ADVERTISING AND PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE

Chairman: Stan Logan, Jr.

The Advertising and Public Relations Committeeis an integral part of the HBAL when it comes to the promotion of our members. This committee looks at the membership as a whole and all the counties it encompasses when promoting the HBAL to consumers. The committee encourages members to use the HBAL logo on all business related items, and promotes the association’s members to the local media and appropriate statewide and national outlets. For more information contact Brian Miller at brian@hbal.com.

ASSOCIATES ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Chairman: Joe Dumstorf

The Associate membership of the HBAL contributes in many vital ways to the Association and the community. By their membership, the HBAL is a much stronger and larger organization than it would be if it were composed only of builders and remodelers. This in turn makes the Association a force to be reckoned with, a loud voice in support of the housing industry. The committee oversees the new Premier Associate Program and is responsible for approving Premier applications and announcing the appointees to the membership. The Associates Advisory Committee, comprised solely of Associate members, represents the interests of each member and, not surprisingly, sponsors the annual "HBAL Golf Outing", the "Associate's Table Top Night." Increased business contacts are an important benefit for Associate members. The monthly general membership meetings, social events, educational programs and committee work provide members with the opportunity to meet in an informal setting and discuss business. The Associates Advisory Committee is constant in its participation and dedication to the spirit and goals of the association. Contact Kim Pappas at kimp@hbal.com for more information.

LOUISVILLE'S BEST NEW HOMES TV SHOW COMMITTEE

Chairman: Bob Thieneman, Jr.

"Louisville’s Best New Homes" television show is one of the leading programs in the country when it comes to promoting HBA members to consumers. This committee works to make this show fresh and fun year after year and determines the best ways in which to promote the program. Contact Brian Miller brian@hbal.com for more information.

CODES AND STANDARDS COMMITTEE

Chairman: Kevin Oetken

The Codes and Standards Committee meets monthly or bi-monthly with local building officials to discuss building, plumbing, electrical, fire, HVAC, code changes and revisions. Many potential problems from misinterpretation are alleviated before they occur by the hard work of this committee. For more information please contact John Cosby at john@hbal.com or Jessica Embry at jessica@hbal.com.

EDUCATION COMMITTEE

Chairman: Terry Chynoweth

The HBAL continuously strives to increase the level of professionalism within the housing industry. By providing educational seminars and courses conducted by leading professionals in various housing-related industries, members are kept up to date on new technology, improved construction methods and changing demographics.

Through the work of the Education Committee the HBAL Education Department was created. The Education Department offers the members the educational courses and seminars year-round and has an ever-expanding curriculum. The HBAL is fortunate in that it offers courses to its members at an affordable price and a majority of the classes are held at the Home Building Center. Not only can members obtain credits but non-members as well. All of the courses that are approved for Jefferson County Code Enforcement Department Credit are open for non-members as well. The HBAL also offers continuing education courses for real estate agents. Please check the schedule for classes approved by Jefferson County Code Enforcement and the Kentucky Real Estate Commission. Contact Kathie Carman at kathie@hbal.com or Nicole Bouchard at nicole@hbal.com for more information.

LAND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

Chairman: Rocky Pusateri

The Louisville metro area maintains an outstanding national reputation of providing beautifully designed developments at affordable prices, thus directly benefiting the whole community both aesthetically and economically. Safeguarding this reputation is the duty of the Land Development Committee, which meets regularly with government and utility leaders to discuss, evaluate and determine issues that could affect the housing industry's ability to provide the best product at the lowest cost. The committee has assisted in implementing:

1. Water service expansion by the Louisville Water Company.

2. Sediment Erosion Policy developed by the Committee and adopted by the Board of the HBAL.

3. Regular meetings with leaders of the Metropolitan Sewer District.

4. Meetings with Louisville Gas & Electric to set policy on temporary service, and other installation issues.

5. Regular meetings with the staff of the Jefferson County Planning Commission to determine policy regarding the Comprehensive Land Plan.

For more information about the Land Development Committee contact John Cosby at john@hbal.com or Jessica Embry at jessica@hbal.com.

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE

Chairman:  Billy Doelker

The Membership and Retention Committee recruits new members and works to retain existing members. This committee has been the backbone of the Association, working to keep the HBAL among the top 5 local builder associations in the country. The HBAL boasts over1,940 member companies. For more information contact Kathie Carman at kathie@hbal.com.

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY COMMITTEE

Chairman: Dave French

The conscience of the industry dictates that the association anticipate and act on the needs in the community that go unmet by government or other charities. The Social Responsibility Committee is charged with finding ways of helping needy individuals or worthwhile causes, either through direct participation or direct monetary contribution. This Committee also raises money through an annual Charity Golf Outing. The Committee has donated money and services through the HBAL over the years that have benefited organizations such as: Habitat For Humanity, YouthBuild, the Beacon House, Dream Factory of Louisville, Cabbage Patch Settlement House, ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease), and the Home of the Innocents. Contact Robin Durham at robin@hbal.com or Jessica Embry at jessica@hbal.com for more information.

TOUR OF NEW HOMES COMMITTEE

Chairman: Renotta Henson

To plan and organize the annual Tour of New Homes, a scattered-site new home sales event that encompasses new homes, including patio homes, condos, town homes and single family homes in various price ranges and locations throughout the Greater Louisville area built by builder members of the HBAL. The Tour of New Homes committee oversees the 2 weekend event. For more information, contact Kim Pappas kimp@hbal.com.