Lincoln Business Builder (September 2023)

Executive Committee

Lori Wellman, CKD, CGR, CAPS, President

Beau Daffer, President Elect

Jereme Montgomery, 1st Vice President

Perry Haralson, 2nd Vice President

Ryan Trausch, Secretary

Bob Bryant, Treasurer

Ward Fred Hoppe, Immediate Past President

Michaela Schwarten, Executive Vice President

Board of Directors

Megan Dreyer

Matt Firestone

Kenny German

Dave Lakin

Dan Loeck

Blake Pittack

Scott Schneider

Maria Semerad

Brett Sundberg

Sam Swartz

Bailey Ward

Tim Zeng

Remodelers Council

Ben Klein

Past Presidents

Jim Christo

Steve Fulton

Justin Johnson

Bo Jones

Matt Kinning

Mike Kinning

President’s Message

Lori Wellman, HBAL President

Dan Klein, Sr.

Mike May

Herb Reese

Roger Reynolds

Mike Rezac

Denny Van Horn

HBAL Staff

Michaela Schwarten, Jennie Korth, Laure Husmann

Somehow summer is gone, and fall is here. However, I’m not sure you would know it by the weather we have been having. Fall can be a time for reflection. What have I accomplished? What is still left to be done? What do I wish I had more time for? Make sure you take stock in all you have done and “pat” yourself on the back. As you are working to complete jobs, give a shout out to your subs who have done good work, and finally take the time to do something you have missed. You can always do one more thing, just make it a good one! A big thank you to Jereme Montogomery and Denny Van Horn for their work with the Lincoln Transportation and Utilities (LTU) department at the City of Lincoln. Since LTU took over sidewalk inspections they have been working with the department to ease some of the new requirements with inspections. Pre-pour inspections are now an option for builders/ contractors when pouring sidewalks. We had a great turn out for the Family Fun Night at Sun Valley Lanes, and everyone had a good time. The Fall Parade of Homes kicks off on October 1 with 18 builders showcasing their homes around Lincoln. Finally, our next social event is at Glacial Till winery on Sept 12. There will be a food truck, beverages, good friends to socialize and hopefully cooler weather. We hope to see you there.

Calendar of Events 2023 HBAL Corporate Partners

Sept. 6

Remodelers Council Meeting

Concrete Craft of Lincoln

5800 Hidcote Drive, Ste. 102 11:30 a.m.

Sept. 12

HBAL Autumn Social Glacial Till Vineyard & Winery 344 S. 2nd Road • Palmyra, NE 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

HBAL Board of Directors Meeting

Sept. 14

HBAL • 6100 S. 58th Street, Ste. C 10:30 a.m.

HBAL 101

Sept. 19

HBAL • 6100 S. 58th Street, Ste. C 11:30 a.m. • Lunch is provided.

2024 Membership Opportunities Guide

The 2024 Membership Opportunities Guide is now available! The guide contains information about the numerous opportunities for members to build their business through networking events, educational seminars and charitable activities.

Included in the brochure is information about our partnership levels. If you are a frequent advertiser in our publications or sponsor of our events, we encourage you to consider being an HBAL Partner. Contact Michaela Schwarten for more information.

On behalf of the thousands of women and children who have benefited from safe shelter and supportive services at Friendship Home over the past decade, we extend our deepest gratitude for your sponsorship of our Safe Quarters event.

Twenty-one years ago, three remarkable women with a passion for our mission created an amazing event. They wanted to raise money, heighten awareness of the issue of domestic violence and allow our business community to demonstrate their support and leadership. Leaving a violent relationship can be complicated as well as dangerous. Without the support of the community and businesses like yours, we would struggle to provide survivors with the kind of resources they desperately need and deserve. Friendship Home is proud and honored by your sponsorship. Your generosity and commitment help create a safer community for everyone.

Sincerely,

Angie Hilsabeck Donor Relations

Thank you Lincoln Home Builders Care Foundation for your wonderful donation! We are very excited about Carriage House and we're hoping to complete the project by next summer. Have a great rest of summer! We are blessed to have your support!

With Appreciation,

Jason Danner CEDARS

CEDARS

HBAL Member Spotlight

Gina Goodro Star Director

Tupperware

Email: gina.goodro@hotmail.com | Phone: 402-440-4756

Click here to view Gina's full Member Spotlight.

Tell us about your family. Married to Jeremiah with four children: Cole 19, Gavin 14, Jonathan 12 and Jocelyn 8. We also have a rambunctious boxer named Lucy.

What are you currently reading or listening to? Rhinoceros Success

What are you currently binge watching? The Night Agent

If you had to eat one meal every day for the rest of your life, what would it be? Taco Salad

Favorite place you've traveled? Hawaii

What is the most unique or interesting thing about you that most people probably don’t know? I earned a FREE 2022 Mustang about 6 months ago from selling Tupperware.

What do you/did you love the most about your job? I love to train and motivate people. I was the featured salesforce member in the Tupperware Spring and Summer catalogs.

What experiences and past roles have led you to where you are today?

When you’re not working, how do you enjoy spending your time? Watching the boys play baseball. Who is someone who's made a big impact on your life? Why? Dave Ramsey, he teaches about personal finance.

What career advice do you live by? A quote I heard once..."If it is to be, it is up to me". Take responsibility for your own success.

What’s one skill you’d like to develop or sharpen this year? Public speaking

What are your future goals and aspirations for your career?

Tupperware Executive Director is one future goal of mine. A leader of leaders! How long have you been a member of HBAL? I joined in the fall of 2022.

How has your career benefited from being a member of HBAL? I had great success showcasing my business at the Nebraska Builders Home & Garden Show.

Tupperware has rewarded me with a free company car for the last 3 years. Currently I'm driving a 2021 Chevy Traverse, in which they pay taxes, tires and insurance. I've also earned many trips like Hawaii, Disney World, Myrtle Beach and Bahamas. It's rewards like these that have kept me motivated to keep moving up. To be considered for the next Member Spotlight, click here.

What is your favorite HBAL event and why? Nebraska Builders Home & Garden Show was great. Lots of foot traffic and amazing professional-looking vendor booths.

October 1-8, 2023

The online Parade of Homes Guidebook will be available soon on HBAL.org.

PRAIRIE VILLAGE NORTH

12. 2824 N. 86th Street Prairie Home Builders, Inc.

WATERFORD ESTATES

13. 323 Deep Water Drive Smetter Homes

WHITE HORSE

14. 8910 Buckskin Court 402 Customs

HILLCREST COUNTRY CLUB

15. 9135 Hillcrest Trail Live Well Designs, LLC

16. 9429 Hillcrest Trail Osborn Homes

17. 9600 Hillcrest Trail True North Custom Homes, Inc.

THE PRESERVE AT HILLCREST

18. 9131 Marbella Drive Nelson Construction & Design

WANDERING CREEK

19. 2337 Big Timber Road Synergy Homes, Inc.

20. 9119 Whitmer Drive

Element Homes

21. 9140 Rock River Road

Element Homes

22. 9205 Turkey Creek Road

Element Homes

HIMARK ESTATES

23. 8872 Augusta Drive MK Builders, Inc.

EASTMARK

The

Join us! HBAL Autumn Social

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

6:00 to 8:00 pm

• Wine, cider, beer and mixed drinks will be available to purchase

• Rice bowls, tacos, dips and dessert from the Boom Eatery Food Truck will be available to purchase (please RSVP your meal count)

• NO outside alcoholic beverages allowed

• Seating is available in the air-conditioned event center, on the large outdoor patio or on the lawns if you’d like to bring blankets or lawn chairs

RSVP by Wednesday, September 7 to info@hbal.org or 402-423-4225

The best route to Glacial Till Vinyard (GTV) is to drive east on Roca Road from Highway 43. As drivers head east and leave Lancaster County, Roca Road turns into J Road. Drivers should then turn right (south) at the intersection of J Road and County Road 2. The entrance to GTV will be 1⁄8 mile on the right (west).

Call for Nominations to the HBAL Board of Directors

Nominations to the HBAL Board of Directors will be held on September 12, 2023 at the HBAL Autumn Social.

Pursuant to Article 10 Section 2 of the HBAL bylaws, any Builder or Associate member or their proxy has the right to nominate directors for the HBAL Board of Directors from the floor at the September General Membership Meeting. After this meeting, nominations will be closed. These nominees will then be presented to the membership for consideration at the Holiday Party on November 30, 2023 in addition to the slate of candidates prepared by HBAL’s nominating committee and approved by the HBAL Board of Directors.

Therefore, if you would like to nominate someone to serve on the Board of Directors and for the offices of Treasurer, Secretary, 2nd Vice President and 1st Vice President, please join us for the HBAL Autumn Social.

344 S. 2nd Road | Palmyra

Attention!

New Members | Current Members

Join us for a Lunch & Learn Opportunity

HBAL 101

Learn how to maximize your membership.

HBAL 101 offers a quick but comprehensive look at membership benefits, programs and events. We invite you to join us for an informal presentation covering everything you need to know to make the most of your membership investment.

Tuesday, September 19 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Cost: FREE (pizza & drinks provided)

HBAL Office | 6100 S. 58th Street, Ste. C

Please RSVP to info@hbal.org or click here to register via Google Forms.

HBAL members are invited to bring a prospective member to this free lunch!

Mock OSHA Inspection on a Residential Jobsite

(Site location to be provided in reservation confirmation)

Wednesday, October 11

First session begins at 8:00 a.m. (Second session will be scheduled if needed.)

What happens during an OSHA Inspection? What do you walk by daily on your jobsites that is a hazard to you and those around you?

Cost: $10 for HBAL Members or $25 for Non-Members

RSVP to info@hbal.org

by October 7.

Booth Prices

WEBSITE MARKETING

Ready to Roll

2023 HBAL Membership Drive

Recruit new members to earn points. First person to 50 points wins $100. At the end of the drive, we will award cash prizes to the top three scorers. You must have accumulated at least 50 points to qualify.

1st Place - $1000 | 2nd Place - $500 | 3rd Place - $250 Points will be awarded as follows:

6 pts for each new member company (has not been a member of HBAL within the last 5 years)

5 pts for each returning member company (previously canceled member within the last 5 years)

4 pts if the new member is a Builder member

3 pts if the new member is an Associate member

2 pts for each new Affiliate member

1 pt for joining the Remodelers Council

The Membership Drive ends November 30, 2023.

Download the Ready to Roll Scoresheet

Current Standings

1. Matt Murray

2. Jo Lewis

3. Steve Kunkle

4. Fred Hoppe

5. Holly Buss

6. Denny Van Horn

1. Lori Wellman

2. Justin Brandt

3. Chris Haertel

4. Hayley Lane

5. Jeff Pankoke

18 Points

12 Points

11 Points

10 Points

10 Points

10 Points

10 Points

9 Points

9 Points

9 Points

9 Points

6. Blake Pittack

7. Sam Swartz

8. Sherri Tafoya

9. Taylor Wyatt

10. Mike Kinning

11. Scott Schneider

12. Matt Kinning

13. Josh Popp

14. Bailey Ward

9 Points

9 Points

9 Points

9 Points

9 Points

8 Points

4 Points

4 Points

2 Points

15. Todd Hildenbrand 1 Point

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Thank you!

Sponsors

Beverage Sponsors

Fulton Construction

Maher Custom Homes

Lunch Sponsor

Carpenter Masonry

Bottled Water Sponsor

Water Treatment Pros

Volunteers

Ruth Hietbrink

Aubrey Cotton

Ron Thackery

Jason Krueger

Gregg Silverberg

Dann Husmann

Joshua Maher

Kiann Ridgeway

Contributors

Bielenberg Builders

Black Hills Energy

Jim & Vicki Christo

Kitchen Tune-Up Lincoln

Lincoln Cabinet

LL Countertops

Nebraska Furniture Mart

Nebraska Title Company

Reese Construction, Inc.

Reynolds Design & Remodeling

Signs Now

Zeng Countertops & Surfaces

Committee

Dave Bayne, Chair

Sue Eaton

Shawn Evans

Ben Klein

Tim Zeng

Mark Krings

Scott Kunzman

Michaela Schwarten

Remodelers Golf Tournament

FIRST FLIGHT

1st Place (54)

Matt Biggs

Andrew Hilger

Nate Keller

Casey Stephenson

2nd Place (59)

Tim Hans

Preston Mueller

Steve Schaeffer

Kirby Reardon

3rd Place (59)

Tyler Hunt

Sam Swartz

Peter Fellers

Jeff Rickert

Flight Winners

SECOND FLIGHT

1st Place (62)

Jake Lane

A.J. Meier

Tyler Cantrell

Garrett Roehrs

2nd Place (63)

Cole Kliment

Ethan Kliment

Russell Sehnert

Martin Bohling

3rd Place (63)

Mark Aksamit

Drew Schumacher

Mike Heath

Jack Cooper

THIRD FLIGHT

1st Place (67)

Dave Bayne

Becky Bayne

Ali Hiatt

Side Games

Hole #7 DOES A BEAR CHIP IN THE WOODS?

Jack Cooper

2nd Place (68)

Jorge Lopez

Zach Gregg

Brandon Morgan

3rd Place (70)

Rick Onnen

Rob Mierau

Joe Brakenhoff

Trevor Watson

Raffle Prize Winners

Two Husker Football Tickets courtesy of Signs Now

Anthony Fehringer

$100 Gift Card to Lazlo’s courtesy of LL Countertops

Jacob Samuelson

$100 Gift Card to Fareway

Meat Market

courtesy of Zeng Countertops & Surfaces

Nate Keller

Titleist Vokey 52° Wedge & ProV1 Golf Balls

courtesy of Nebraska Furniture Mart

Brandon Morgan

$350 VISA Gift Card

courtesy of HBAL

Andrew Hilger

$200 VISA Gift Card

courtesy of HBAL

Ethan Kliment

$100 VISA Gift Card

courtesy of HBAL

Glenn Baumert

$50 VISA Gift Card

courtesy of HBAL

Rick Onnen

Glenn Baumert

Hole #12 HIT THE GREEN, WIN SOME GREEN

1/2 Pot: $175

Chris Talbot

Hole #17 HIT THE KEG IN THE FAIRWAY

Becky Bayne

Hole #1

A1 Mold Testing & Remediation

Longest Drive in Fairway (Women)

NO WINNER

Hole #1

Nebraska Furniture Mart

Longest Drive in Fairway (Men)

Mitch Fredrickson

Hole #2

The Window & Door Store

Longest Putt Made

Anthony Fehringer

Mead Lumber

Shortest Drive Used by the Team

Glenn Baumert

Hole #3

Allo Communications

Closest to Pin 1st Shot

Preston Mueller

Hole #4

Cambria USA

Longest Putt Made

Josh Pitzl

Hole #5

E & A Consulting Group

Closest to Pin from Off Green

Zach Schnell

Hole #6

Cornhusker Bank

Closest to Pin 2nd Shot

Seth McKeighen

Flag Prize Winners

Hole #7

Union Bank & Trust Co.

Longest Putt Made

Brad Sebby

Hole #8

Nebraska Building Products

Longest Drive in Fairway

Jared Melcher

Hole #9

LL Countertops

Closest to Pin from Off Green

Nate Keller

Hole #10

Christensen Lumber Co.

Longest Drive in Fairway

Andrew Hilger

Window Option Specialists

Closest to Pin 3rd Shot

Casey Stephenson

Hole #11

Millard Lumber Inc.

Closest to Pin 2nd Shot

Dave Bayne

Hole #12

Kitchen Tune-Up Lincoln

Longest Putt Made Ted Thieman

Hole #13

James Hardie Building Products

Longest Drive in Fairway (Women)

Lori Wellman

CT Construction, Inc.

Longest Drive in Fairway (Men)

Matt Biggs

Hole #14

Reimers-Kaufman

Concrete Products Co.

Closest to Pin 1st Shot

Chip Kostrunek

Hole #15

Pinnacle Bank

Closest to Pin from Off Green

Jack Cooper

Hole #16

CKF - Consolidated Kitchens

Longest Drive in Fairway

A.J. Meier

Hole #17

HBE Wealth Management

Closest to Pin from Off Green

Brandon Morgan

Hole #18

Schoen’s Roofing, LLC

Longest Drive in Fairway

Brady Vossler

Morgan Building & Design

Closest to Pin 3rd Shot

Scott Haggert

HBAL Family Fun Night

Event Sponsors

September Meeting

Concrete Craft of Lincoln

5800 Hidcote Drive, Ste. 102

Wednesday, September 6 11:30 a.m.

Cost: $10 for lunch

Please RSVP to info@hbal.org or call 402-423-4225 today.

Please let us know if you have dietary restrictions. No-shows will be billed.

Thanks to everyone who participated in or volunteered at the Remodelers Golf Tournament. It was a great day on the golf course. We had 108 players and proceeds will fund scholarships for students going into our industry. This tournament is a great opportunity to socialize and network with other contractors in our city.

Fall is a busy time of year for us. Kids are back to school and the holidays are right around the corner. This is also an important time to start your marketing process for next year. Often we talk about charging what you are worth. We all have customers who want the “best deal” and there are plenty of companies that can give the lowest price. But is the “best deal” right for you? We try to make sure we can warranty not only the product but the work for a long period of time. We want to exceed expectations with our products and services, and sometimes that does cost more. None of us want to be in a bidding war with a lower level product or service. We should never be taking advantage of a customer or another contractor with pricing, but we should get paid what we are worth. It is a great question to ponder, what are your services worth?

We hope you can join us for the next Remodelers Council meeting on September 6 at Concrete Craft. We also have the HBAL Autumn Social at Glacial Till Vineyard on September 12 and HBAL 101 on September 19.

Ben Klein

Remodelers Council Chairperson

Remodelers Council Leadership

Are you looking for a way to get more involved? Do you know someone who would make a great member on the Remodelers Council leadership team? We are currently accepting nominations! Serving as an officer is a great "next step" in your membership journey.

Chairperson

• Presides at monthly meetings

• Ex-officio member of HBAL Board

• Writes monthly message in Step by Step

Vice Chairperson

• Conducts meetings in absence of Chairperson

• Prepares to serve as Chairperson the following year

• Works with HBAL staff in planning monthly meetings

Secretary

• Takes notes at monthly meetings

• Assists Chairperson/ Vice Chairperson as needed

Each position holds office for one year or until a successor is elected. Contact Jennie Korth for more information.

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CONSTRUCTION COALITION

Curb the loss in the construction industry

DATE: Friday, September 15, 2023

TIME: 8:00 - 9:00am

LOCATION: ABC | 830 Westgate Blvd | Lincoln

A conversation on curbing losses in the construction industry.

Who Should Attend: Owners, Loss Prevention, Safety, Job Site Superintendents, and Project Managers

Topics:

• Jobsite Thefts

• Employee Theft Prevention

• Fraud Protection

• Effective Loss Prevention

• Asset Protection

• Meet LPD’s Team Captains

• Questions

Presented by: Jason Hellmuth, Continuing Education Officer, Lincoln Police Department With more than 23 years experience in the law enforcement industry, Jason is skilled in Law Enforcement, Evidence Collection, Training and Education, and Criminal Justice. He is also a Certified Crime Scene Analyst.

Please register by Wednesday morning, September 13, 2023

Click Here to Register or use the QR Code below

Questions???

Associated Builders and Contractors 402-477-4451

AGC Nebraska Building Chapter 402-438-0400

AGC Nebraska Chapter 402-435-4355

Home Builders Association of Lincoln 402-423-4225

National Utility Contractors Association of Nebraska 402-476-8344

August Board Report

Remodelers Council:

The Remodelers Golf tournament will be Friday, August 18. The next regular meeting will be on Wednesday, September 6 at Concrete Craft of Lincoln. Meetings for the rest of the year have been scheduled. They include a tour of Willard Community Center, a presentation on distracted driving and our holiday lunch at Wonderbowl.

Membership Committee:

The following new members were approved.

• Ironclad Concrete Coatings, Cody Wavada

Sponsor: Beau Daffer

• Legacy Homes, Steve Champoux

Sponsor: Beau Daffer

Other Business:

Denny Van Horn and Jereme Montgomery continue to work with staff in the Lincoln Transportation & Utilities department regarding sidewalk inspections.

The Board of Directors recognized Jennie Korth for 15 years of service and Michaela Schwarten for 25 years of service.

YANKEE

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Standard and custom color ranges, sizes, and shapes are our specialty. Brick murals and ornamentation are brought to a new level of sophistication at Yankee Hill Brick.

Rely on Yankee Hill to supply your project with the finest of materials.

Calling All Members!

The HBAL 2024 Board needs you!

Hone a skill set that will aid you in your business, be involved in the decision making process here at HBAL and make a difference for your trade.

If you are interested in becoming a member of the 2024 HBAL Board of Directors or serving on an HBAL Committee, please contact Michaela Schwarten at 402-423-4225.

Welcome New Member

Ironclad Concrete Coatings

Cody Wavada

8501 S. 78th Street, Lincoln, NE 68516

Phone: 402-900-4766 Cell: 402-202-9150

Email: cody@ironcladconcretecoatings.com

Web: www.ironcladconcretecoatings.com

Sponsor:

Beau Daffer, BIC Custom Homes

Sorry to See You Go!

If you see your company listed below, contact HBAL at 402-423-4225 to renew your membership TODAY!

Friesen Landscaping, LLC

Wolf Professional Realty, PC

Directory Changes

 Merritt Concrete, Fireplace & Stone is now Merritt Concrete.

 Shane Kaatz is the new principal member for Spectrum.

Email: shane.kaatz@charter.com.

 Pat Elgert is a new affiliate member with NP Dodge Real Estate. Phone: 402-570-9546.

Email: pat.elgert@npdodge.com.

 New address for Building on the Rock, LLC is 4930 S. 66th Street, Lincoln, NE 68516.

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45 Years

• Usher Custom Cabinets, Inc.

41 Years

• Schwinn Homes, LLC

34 Years

• ABC Seamless of Nebraska

Thanks for Renewing!

(Please allow 60 days for names to appear on this list.)

30 Years

• Nebraskaland Siding & Windows

29 Years

• Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery

27 Years

• Fulton Construction, Inc.

• Rew Materials

• Capitol City Electric, Inc.

18 Years

• Bison Electric Co., Inc.

17 Years

• Lincoln Title

16 Years

• Illuminations

Lighting, Inc.

• Land Escapes, Inc.

13 Years

• Bielenberg Builders, Inc.

• Design Associates

• Krieser Drywall & Insulation

• Titan Machinery

10 Years

• Derun Construction, Inc.

• Van Horn Custom Homes

• Vantage Pointe Homes, Inc.

8 Years

• Gordon Electric, Inc.

• Hardwood Artisan, LLC

• Unico Group

• Window Innovations

7 Years

• Black Oak Builders

6 Years

• Krogman Tile Co.

5 Years

• Granite Garage Floors

3 Years

• Diode Technologies

• REGA Engineering Group, Inc.

2 Years

• D.C. Design & Build, Inc.

• Magnolia Real Estate

• Osborn Homes

• Platinum Designs Construction

• Rubicon Roofing & Exteriors, LLC

• Sandhill Roofing, LLC

1 Year

• JD Builders, Inc.

• Merritt Concrete

Building Permits

Building Permits