2024 Builder Update: Q1

2024 Board of Directors

Executive Committee / Officers

PRESIDENT

Tim Marion, Marion Tile & Flooring

1ST VICE PRESIDENT

Brian Disney, Brian Disney Homes, Inc.

2ND VICE PRESIDENT

Phil Warrick, Certified Repair, Inc.

ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT

Kathy Haines, Kathy Haines Homes by eXp Realty

SECRETARY

Michael Legg, The Sherwin-Williams Company

TREASURER

Tom Hall, Windsor Homes

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT

Kevin Pegram, Kylind Services, Inc.

DIRECTORS

Rebecca Lenz, Lenz Designs

Dede Potter, MI-BOX Mobile Storage

Karen Tejeda, TejMar Builders, LLC

Board of Directors

BUILDER DIRECTORS

Megan Millsaps, DLM Builders, Inc

Cosmo Muti, Garman Homes, LLC

Summer Wall, NXT Level Construction

Walt Wooten, WD Custom Homes

ASSOCIATE DIRECTORS

Sal Cagno , Budget Blinds

Brittni Cooke, Movement Mortgage

Anise Hage, Marble Granite World, Inc.

Pete Lane, Ivey Lane, Inc.

PROFESSIONAL WOMEN IN BUILDING

Noelle Graves, Builders Concierge, Inc.

REMODELERS COUNCIL

Cathi Roberts, Convergence

SALES & MARKETING COUNCIL

Eric Apple, Highlands Residential Mortgage

STATE DIRECTORS

Robbie Rivardo, 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty

Joan Swift, SwiftCreek Construction and Real Estate Services, LLC

Will Yearns, Granville Homes, LLC

NATIONAL DELEGATES

Scott Allred, Precept Construction, LLC

Kevin Black, Builders FirstSource

Gary Hill, J. Gary Hill, LLC

John Hodgin, John Hodgin Construction Co., Inc.

Ford Matthews, FM Contracting, LLC

PHONE: 336.855.6255

www.GreensboroBuilders.org

President’s Message

Tim Marion 2024 GBA President

It’s a tremendous honor to serve as your Association president this year. I couldn’t do any of this without the support of a dedicated Board of Directors. We recently met and I can assure you we have a dynamic group leading our organization this year.

Our plans are to continue to focus on the key priorities that our Association has outlined for the past several years…and to accomplish these goals we need greater member participation. I encourage you to consider joining one of our planning teams to help support the goals and objectives we have.

Membership: Our membership team is focused on finding ways to help members make valuable connections within our Association…as well as grow as an Association. If you’re looking for a place to connect with other members…this is a great energetic team to join… serving as Ambassadors for our industry. Reach out to Sal Cagno and/or Amy Jones for additional information.

Construction Careers: Our new Scholarship Committee is working to develop an innovative and “out-of-the-box” incentive program focused primarily on skilled trades training. This group is working with educational and other workforce development organizations to promote and build greater awareness for construction careers. The Endowment Committee is focused on securing the financial resources to provide these training opportunities…including expanding our very successful Casino Night to be held on June 14…mark your calendars now as you don’t want to miss this event.

Advocacy: Monitoring and addressing regulatory and legislative issues impacting our business and industry remain a top priority and benefit of membership. Recently I attended the NCHBA regional meeting and was more than impressed with how effective our state association has been working on our behalf. This past year was a record year in overturning policies that would have been detrimental to our businesses. We are honored to have NAHB’s Chief Lobbyist, Lake Coulson, join us for our annual meeting on March 21 providing political and economic updates. This is one meeting I would highly encourage you to attend. Not only for his presentation…but to join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of our 2023 annual awards recipients.

Leadership: Numerous opportunities are available for involvement within our councils, committees and planning teams. If there is a specific area of interest…let us connect you with the right person or group. As I have found first-hand over the years, through my own various levels of involvement, members like to do business with engaged members. Serving on a committee may not be your thing…and I understand that….however speaking to a classroom of students about careers opportunities might be an area of interest…let us connect you.

Marketing & Networking: Whether you attend a membership meeting…educational program…golf or skeet tournament…council or committee meeting…all provide opportunities to market your business and gain new business connections. Looking for an easy entry point….join us for our monthly First Wednesday membership socials…meet other members in a relaxed atmosphere while learning more about our Association.

Make sure to follow updates on our website and in your weekly Member News emails.

Hope to see you soon at one of our upcoming events…or in a planning team meeting!

Member Connections

Members like to do business with members they know. One of the best ways to make connections with other industry members is by attending membership meetings and special events…serving on task forces and committees…working side-byside on projects. Every meeting and event, including educational programs, provides marketing and networking opportunities. As you strive to expand and grow your business…do so by getting involved and connecting with other members.

First Wednesday Member Connections

These monthly informal networking socials are designed to provide a casual setting to mix and mingle with other industry members. No agendas…no presentations…just stop by and make new business connections. Invite prospective members to attend with you as your guest. Locations vary…held on the first Wednesday afternoon of most months from 4:30-6:30 pm.

Membership Team

Looking for ways to meet members…our membership team helps members make connections…as well as assists with various membership meetings and special events. It’s a fun group and a great way to get involved. Quarterly meetings are held prior to First Wednesdays.

Construction Careers

Members are needed to help with all aspects of building greater awareness for construction careers…from serving on our scholarship planning team and endowment committee…to providing classroom and jobsite visits for students…to helping us expand our current partnerships with educational and workforce development organizations.

Professional Women in Building (PWB)

If you are looking to connect with other women within our industry…join our PWB Council…which just celebrated its 2nd year…70+ women strong! Quarterly educational programs are offered along with networking socials and community service opportunities throughout the year. Annual dues are $100 which provides local, state and national PWB membership…GBA membership required.

Remodelers Council

If you are engaged in any aspect of residential remodeling…you should join our Remodelers Council. Council membership includes quarterly educational programs…website directory listing…along with national membership benefits…annual dues are $75.

Young Professionals

For our Under 40…and “Young-at-Heart” members…our YP group is planning a series of networking socials and educational programs this year…open to all members. YP members are also engaged in our construction careers and community service initiatives.

Find information on these and other activities on the GBA website at www.GreensboroBuilders.org

Building for the Future

Workforce development is one of the greatest challenges our industry has faced over the past decade and continues today with an increasing shortage of skilled labor. Our Construction Careers initiative has involved working with area schools to promote career opportunities within the construction industry. This has included classroom and job-site visits, career fairs, job shadowing and internships, participating with Skills USA, as well as partnering with Junior Achievement to host a Construction Academy for 8th graders.

We are working to expand on these initiatives through the establishment of our Building for the Future Construction Careers Scholarship Endowment . In developing an annual scholarship program with sustainable funding sources, our goal is to attract students, young adults, and others providing financial assistance to obtain the skilled training needed to pursue careers in our industry.

As an industry, we have a great story to share and need your help in promoting the value and growth opportunities associated with construction careers. Students and adults need to be aware of the tremendous employment opportunities within our industry.

Ways You Can Help…

Scholarship Committee: NEW this year, we are launching our revised scholarship program. We have been working closely with area schools, community colleges and workforce development organizations to develop the scholarship criteria with plans to award our first scholarships this summer. As we begin to promote the application process…please help us share information.

Scholarship Endowment: This group is focused on securing financial resources needed to manage and grow the endowment fund, including corporate donations and special fund-raising events such as the Casino Night.

Casino Night: Mark your calendars now for Friday, June 14

This past year’s inaugural event was a tremendous success…and we expect to exceed attendance and money raised to support our endowment this year. Sponsorships are available…join others in showing your support for our Building for the Future scholarship initiative.

Classroom Visits: In working with both the high schools and community college, there are numerous needs for builders, remodelers, trade contractors to visit classrooms to help with hands-on activities as well as share employment opportunities.

Building Materials & Tools: Have excess materials and/ or tools that you can donate to the school system? Our high school construction classes have a minimal budget and can always use tools, building materials and supplies. Habitat Restore is willing to be a drop-off location on our behalf…more details coming soon.

Financial Donations: Corporate and/or personal donations to the endowment are appreciated. Endowment money is restricted and held within the GBA Benefit Trust – a 501c3 charitable trust. Only interest and gains on the endowment principal will be used to provide scholarships and financial incentives. Contributions can be made online with credit card payment or checks payable to the GBA Benefit Trust Scholarship Fund.

Follow updates and additional ways to get involved with our Construction Careers initiatives on the GBA website…and in your Member News emails.

Working together…we’re striving to build greater awareness and interest in construction careers…helping to address our growing workforce demands and needs.

Builder News

Parade of Homes

Your Input Is Needed…

Planning is underway for this year’s Spring and Fall Parade of Homes. Now is the time to start making plans for the Fall Parade…entry deadline is August 16

In looking ahead to 2025, the Parade Committee is considering changing the format for the Parade and needs your input. Consideration is being given to going back to one Parade per year…held in the spring with some form of judging...based on the number of entries we have…as well as only allowing houses that construction is complete be allowed to enter. Since the recession in 2008, we have offered the two Parade of Homes…based on the industry challenges during that time and since. By offering two events, builders have had the flexibility of using one or both Parades as marketing opportunities…given that some homes sold prior to or were under construction at the time of one of the Parades.

The Parade Committee wants to hear from you as we consider the future direction for our Parade of Homes. Consideration is also being given to another form of a home tour for the fall… therefore any ideas or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Contact Mavis Holcombe at (336) 706-6942 for additional information and/or to share your suggestions.

Tour of Remodeled Homes

August 17-18

Showcasing Professional Renovations

The 27th annual Tour of Remodeled Homes, sponsored by the Remodelers Council, will be held August 17-18 .  Entries may be traditional open houses as well as virtual tour only. Renovations should be available for photography by June 30. There is no limitation on the number of years back the project was completed…so you can showcase prior renovations. Participation Agreement & Homeowner Consent Forms are due by June 30

Virtual tours of the renovations, along with remodeler contact information, remains on the TOUR website page throughout the year which is a great resource for consumers looking for a remodeler.

Sponsorship and advertising opportunities are available for the Tour of Remodeled Homes magazine, which is printed as well as available digitally.

For additional information, contact Mavis Holcombe at (336) 7066942 or mholcombe@greensborobuilders.org.

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Holiday Party Members In Action

Welcome New Members

Builder

Legendary Custom Homes, LLC

Residential Builder

Lee Whitt Jr. (336) 382-6387

Sponsor: Don Mills

McKinney and Sons Construction, LLC

Residential Builder

Trace McKinney (336) 681-7217

MJ Design Build, LLC

Residential Builder

MJ Taylor (336) 254-1783

Sponsor: Kathy Haines

Associate

A1 Gas Services

Fireplace Equipment

Michael Hobson (336) 833-1427

Artisan Roofing, Inc.

Roofing Contractors

Brian Goodwin (336) 964-0056

Borns Mobile Welding, LLC

Welding

Joseph Borns (336) 989-5667

Ecoshield Roofing Solutions

Roofing Contractors

Justin Terrell 336) 755-6122

Sponsor: Scott Allred

Cesars Painting

Painting Contractors

Cesar Rico (336) 215-8150

Sponsor: Tom Grose

Edward Jones

Financial Institutions

Kermit Coble (336) 259-8113

Sponsor: Summer Wall

Professional Commercial

Floor Covering, Inc.

Flooring Supplier

Lisa Lewallen (336) 362-3813

Prolift Garage Doors of Greensboro

Garage Doors

Shelly Headen (336) 254-5520

PyramidNJ Masonry Co Inc

Masonry & Stone Contractors

Nicol·s Lopez (336) 708-4933

Redi Carpet Greensboro NC

Flooring Supplier

Andy McDavid (336) 993-9979

Sondos Stone

Marble & Granite Suppliers

Laith Sondos (336) 870-4972

Superior Mechanical Services, Inc.

Heating & Air Conditioning Service

Jim Fields (336) 274-3008

TMG Concrete, Inc.

Concrete, Cement & Stone Installation

Tony Garcia (336) 669-7498

Triad Spray Foam Insulation

Kayla Crotts (336) 751-9486

Waste Disposal Solutions, Inc.

Waste Disposal

Katherine Givan (336) 543-2900

GBA Member Profile

Thank You for Renewing

Thank you to the following members for your renewal. We greatly value and appreciate your continued support. We encourage all members to Do Business with Members…you can find a listing of all members on the GBA website at www.GreensboroBuilders.org.

November 2023

A & G Superior Painting

A Sharper Image Complete Home Care, Inc.

Affordable Housing Management

Affordable Surface Products of Greensboro NC

Anderson Plumbing

Atlas Fence Company, Inc.

Best Tile

Brickwood Builders, Inc.

Carolina Custom Surfaces

Cassell Builders & Renovations

CJ Builders

CPI Security

Cruz Built

D. Stone Builders, Inc.

Daniels Concrete Service, LLC

Davis Roofing Co., Inc.

Five Star Painting of Greensboro

G. Martinez Building Homes, LLC

Gingerich Homes, Inc.

Green State Power/Green State Builders

Greensboro Kitchen & Bath

Haskell’s Hardware, LLC

Horizon Forest Products

J & K Builders of NC, Inc.

J Lopez Roofing Company Inc.

J. Morgan Signs, Inc.

Joey’s Plumbing, Inc.

Michael D. Patrum Custom Homes, Inc.

Parksite

Parr Construction

Pella Windows & Doors

Pete Wall Plumbing Co., Inc.

Ponce Quality Construction, LLC

Ray Bullins Construction Co., Inc.

Safe Living Solutions, LLC

Santis Flooring, LLC

Sealing Agents Waterproofing, Inc.

Stone Pros LLC.

The Carroll Companies

The Kitchen Studio, Inc.

Thomas Carpentry & Construction, Inc.

Toledo Competition Paint, LLC

Ulloa Masonry

Wade’s Heating & Air Conditioning

Wally Overman Plumbing, Inc.

Wesco Exteriors, Inc.

Window Works Studio, Inc.

Worth Builders

December 2023

AC Gutters, Inc.

Adelia Schiffman Law Group

Archadeck of the Piedmont

Atlantic Coast Mortgage

Avitech, Inc.

Bar Construction Company, Inc.

Base Contracting, Inc.

Beacon Building Products

Ben Shields Guttering, Inc.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

Yost & Little Realty

BKA Builders, Inc.

Blair Construction

Blevco, Inc. Dba Street Scapes & Window Works

Blossman Gas, Inc.

Brett Mothershead

Builders Concierge, Inc.

Builders FirstSource

Built-Rite Well Drilling Co, Inc.

D.R. Horton

E&S Installation

Ferguson Enterprises, Inc.

Garage Door Pro

Gladwell Insurance Agency

Granville Homes, LLC

Koury Corporation

Lanier Builders, Inc.

Lansink Custom Homes, LLC

Lowery Custom Construction, Inc.

M.R. Waterproofing

Maureena Shepherd & Associates

NC Custom Builder, LLC

Nico Solid Maple Cabinets

Piedmont Heavy Civil, Inc.

Porter & Company Builders, LLC

ProBuilt Construction, Inc.

RAM Homes, Inc.

Raymond F Hutchens, Jr. dba R.H. Construction

RMJ Builders, LLC

Stonewood Homes, LLC

SwiftCreek Construction and Real Estate Services, LLC

Taylor Law Office, P.C.

Triad Flooring & Bath

Vestal Built, LLC

Wayne Spencer Contracting, Inc.

Woodford Plywood, Inc.

January 2024

A. L. Corman Roofing Co., Inc.

American Sign Shop

Avery Tile, Inc.

AVS Carpet Cleaning Services, Inc.

Blue Moon Construction, Inc.

Blue Ridge Bank / LPL Financial

Brady Development, LLC

Buchanan Real Estate Group, Keller Williams One

Carolina Improvements, LLC

Carter Bank & Trust

Central Carolina Concrete

Chris Clement Home Bldrs., Inc.

Clean Wash and Restoration, Inc.

Commercial Lightning Protection, LLC

CSM Flooring

DMJ & Co., PLLC

Don Mills Builders, Inc.

Doug Kimrey & Sons Plumbing, Inc.

Elevated Electric, Inc.

Environmental Solutions Group

Foundation Home Builders, LLC

Frye Build and Design

Gary Jobe Builder, Inc.

Gossett’s Landscape Nursery, Inc.

Hawthorne Construction

Homes Built by Design, Inc.

Hughes Home Improvement and Remodeling

Hughes Metal Works, LLC

Hunting and Habitats, Inc.

Innovative Kitchens & Baths, Inc.

J & S Masonry, LLC

Johns Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.

Johnson Granite, Inc.

Kanoy Grading & Landscaping, Inc.

KDT Grading, Inc.

Kylind Services, Inc.

L & G Building and Concrete, LLC

Lenz Designs

Leo’s Trim, LLC

Marsh Kitchen & Bath of Greensboro

Millican Construction Co.

Otey Construction, Inc.

Overhead Door Company of Greensboro

P4 Construction, LLC

Paul Joseph Custom, Inc.

P’caso Painting

PDC, Inc

Piedmont Triad Insurance

Pilot Risk Management Consulting, LLC

Pinnacle Contracting Services

Plumbuilt, Inc.

Precept Construction, LLC

ProCover Exteriors

R. Andrews Builders, Inc.

Re-Bath of the Triad

Royal Homes of North Carolina, LLC

Shaver Roofing Services, LLC

Signature Development Group, LLC

Slaydon’s Grading & Hauling, Inc.

Speedy’s Insulation

Starlight Homes of North Carolina

Steve Monroe Enterprises

Ted Harahan Carpentry

Terminix of Greensboro

Thomas Hobson Builder

Thomas Stanley Grading & Hauling, Inc.

Tim Frazier Builders, Inc.

Triad Building & Renovations, LLC

Triad Cabinet Company, Inc.

Vantem Global

Vue Custom Pools & Design

Wine Cellars of the Carolinas, Inc.

Industry News

NCHBA Group Health Insurance

Health insurance options for small business owners have been a concern for years for our members. NCHBA has partnered with Blue Cross NC to offer a Member Group Health Plan developed specifically for qualified NCHBA employer members. The NCHBA Benefits Trust can provide another market choice with potential cost savings for qualified members. Assigned brokers will be available to discuss eligibility requirements which include being a NCHBA member with 2 or more employees. The official start date of the plan is July 1, 2024 however enrollment applications will be available in April. Watch for additional information in your NCHBA Monday Briefing email as well as on the GBA website.

In Memory – Sandra Parrott

Sandy Parrott, long time Executive Officer for the Greensboro Builders Association, died at the age of 90 on January 21, 2024 peacefully in her sleep. Sandy served our Association for many years, making a lasting impact on our organization and industry, before retiring in 2000.  Steve Monroe shares some fond memories from members which can be found on the GBA website. Memorials are requested to Saint Francis Episcopal Church - 3506 Lawndale Drive, Greensboro, NC 27408.

Support NC Build PAC

This past year our legislative team had a significant impact on regulatory issues impacting the building industry. To continue to maintain our effectiveness in Raleigh and locally…we need your support of NC BUILD-PAC. It is essential during election years that we are able to support candidates that understand and will fight for issues important to us. Donations must be made from your personal account. Corporate checks are not allowed. Additional information including a link to donate can be found on the GBA and NCHBA websites.

NCLBGC Continuing Education

Take Your CE Classes with GBA…as an approved NCLBGC education provider, we are offering CE courses SeptemberNovember with discounted pricing for GBA members. Courses will be offered virtually via Zoom. You have the option to register for a full day (8 hours) or select different dates for morning and/ or afternoon sessions. We will be offering the 2-hour mandatory class, along with a 2-hour and 4-hour electives, all of which are NC Builder Institute courses. We are also planning an in-person class on August 8. For additional information, contact Amy Jones at (336) 855-6255 (office) or ajones@greensborobuilders.org

2024 SPRING PARADE OF HOMES

APRIL 27-28

MAY 4-5 OPEN HOUSES

VIRTUAL

From the comfort of your home…tour Parade houses online

Parade of Homes magazines will be available at area Harris Teeter and outside Lowe’s Home Improvement stores. Access a digital copy on our website.

Download our mobile app Greensboro Parade of Homes to map your tour SPONSOR CLUB 2019 SPONSORS 4000 Spring Garden St WWW STUDIOTILEANDDESIGN COM 336 617 6097