NAHB, IBS AND our own Bill Owens

The NAHB IBS just wrapped up a very successful event. With partners NKBS and the hardware show more than 100,000 attendees attended and got a preview of the newest products as well as attended the numerous panels presented by national experts in the business. This bodes well for another successful show next year.

Of most importance though was election of our own Bill Owens to the Chairs of NAHB. Bill, a Past President of OHBA and the BIA of Central Ohio is headed to be president of NAHB to join Joe Haverstick (Dayton), Jay Buchert (Cincinnati) and Charlie Ruma (Columbus) as president of our national association. This is a great honor for us and all our members.

Things around the statehouse are abuzz with the newly seated legislature and state executive offices. While the governor on down remains unchanged; leadership in the House experienced a major bump in the road. While the majority party Republicans maintained a large majority, they decided on a Speaker not previously chosen by the caucus. Rep Derrek Merrin was chosen in December by majority members to be the leader along with a leadership team. However, when the official vote was taken in February Rep. Jason Stephens was chosen with a majority vote of Democrats voting with 22 Republicans. As you can guess many in the majority party are upset and only time will tell if all the factions can work in harmony.

We are already tasked with two troubling appeals court rulings holding remodeling does not enjoy reasonable remedies under the CSPA that new construction does. These and many other issues will be explained in greater detail at our board meeting later this month. Call OHBA at (614)228-6648 for details. Hope to see you there.

Odp Business Solutions

Need to stock up on work or home essentials? Use your NAHB ODP Business Solutions™ Savings Program to help cut costs and get up to $35 off with these member-only coupons. Valid through 02/06/2023.

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Lowe's Pro

NAHB members build more savings as you build your business through Lowe's Business Credit savings. As a Lowe's Credit cardholder you receive 5% off everyday purchases. Make sure you're receiving the exclusive NAHB member 2% statement credit to save a total of 7% monthly. Don't miss out on your exclusive ways to save!

Visit Lowe's at IBS 2023 at Booth C4107

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Ring Central

With RingCentral, businesses both big and small can communicate with customers, prospects, and teammates— however they need to, using the same app. And if you’re a NAHB member, you can get 20% off monthly on a new RingCentral Office service plus $50 off any RingCentral phone. Give RingCentral a try! Call us at 800417-0930. Visit RingCentral at IBS 2023 at Booth W1824!

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U.S. Bank Voyager Mastercard

The U.S. Bank Voyager® Mastercard® is the fleet card of choice of the NAHB. This exclusive fleet solution requires no account setup or card fees, can generate savings opportunities for NAHB members and will keep your fleet moving forward.

Visit U.S. Bank Voyager Mastercard at IBS 2023 at Booth W1145!

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Avis/Budget

In need of a rental car in Las Vegas for IBS 2023? Make the experience safe and comfortable with deals from your NAHB Avis and Budget Car Rental Savings Program. Join Avis Preferred® or Budget Fastbreak rewards programs and enjoy additional perks like expedited service that will bypass the counter and save time during pickup at most locations.

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Lowe’s Pro and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) have had a strategic alliance since 2010.

As a current member of NAHB, you're entitled to the following benefits:

• Lowe’s Business Credit

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