At the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa, it has been said around these halls that the building industry is more than bricks and blueprints, it’s about relationships, community, and purpose. Every year, the Spirit Award shines a spotlight on those values by honoring a builder member who exemplifies what it means to lead with integrity and impact.
First presented in 1989, the Spirit Award recognizes a builder member whose work reflects the best of our industry, collaboration, professionalism, and a deep commitment to community. It’s not just about what they build, but how they build: through trust, partnerships, and a passion for elevating others.
The 2024 Spirit Award winner, Cherlyn Reeves with Innovative Outdoor Living, embodies the spirit of our association. A creative force with a background in landscape architecture, Cherlyn
Smith’s Scoop
By Executive Vice President/CEO Jeffrey Smith
has a gift for transforming outdoor spaces into places of connection and joy. But more than that, her approach is rooted in ethics, excellence, and a genuine love for her craft. She doesn’t just build decks, she builds memories, trust, and lasting relationships with her clients and peers.
Her story reminds us why our mission matters: Empowering the success of our members as the professional resource for housing in our community. And her work lives out our core values: Integrity, Community, and Impactful.
Cherlyn’s recognition is more than an award; it’s a powerful affirmation of what happens when passion meets principle. It’s builders like her who make our industry stronger and our association proud.
Her story reminds us: when you build with heart, the impact reaches far beyond the job site.
That's the Scoop,
Jeffrey Smith
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT/ CEO
Jeffrey Smith JSmith@TulsaHBA.com
DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP
Julie Rivers JRivers@TulsaHBA.com
DIRECTOR OF MEMBER ENGAGEMENT
Megan Ward MWard@TulsaHBA.com
DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL EVENTS
Sarah Gentry SGentry@TulsaHBA.com
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS
Katrina Marie Morgan KMorgan@TulsaHBA.com
OFFICE MANAGER
Amaris Burris ABurris@TulsaHBA.com
MIKE FRETZ EVENT CENTER MANAGER
Caleb Rice
Caleb@TulsaHBA.com
Proud Partners 2025
Todd Adams ProSource Wholesale Floorcovering
James Atkinson Atkinson Home Inspections
Audrey Bagby Bobby Williamson State Farm
Andrea Bedingfield-Gutierrez Epic Carpet Cleaning, LLC
Hayden Bell Keller Williams Preferred
Steve Bell Mutual of Omaha, Reverse Mortgage
Jason Bennett Groovy 105.7
Susan Bevard BTC Broadband
Allen Black Watt's Right Electric
Jennifer Blackshaw Hahn Appliance Center
Becky Blair McGraw Realtors
Ron Boyd Boyd's Drywall
Steven Bozworth OnCall Services & Rentals
John Brown Hot Shot Electric
Melissa Brown Mid-Continent Group
Angela Budden Compass Title Company
Alejandrina Caamal Marca USA
Jordan Cash Two Men and a Truck
Gretchen Casto Bank of Oklahoma Mortgage
Robert Chandler Pixley Lumber
Destin Clark Presto Bath 2 Shower
Alex Cochran Keller Williams Preferred
Tim Cochran Keller Williams Preferred
Alan Cook GuideWealth Partners
Kevin Dailey LeafGuard of Oklahoma, LLC
Lora Dameron Dameron Services LLC
Lacy Davenport Farmers Insurance - Lacy Davenport
Dana Day Dana Build & Design
Brent DeBoer Dale & Lee's Service, Inc.
Sabrina Deck The Wizards Print Lab
Gentry Detter Spectrum Paint Company
Carrie DeWeese Brian D. Wiggs Homes, Inc.
Tarah Duncan Metro Appliances and More
Matt Emmons Emmons Construction
Bud Farris Tulsa Fireplace Supply
Jessie Foley Groovy Hues
Mike Fournier Sonrise Construction
Adriana Fout Elevate Realty, LLC
Amanda Foyil Chinowth & Cohen Realtors
Meggie Froman-Knight Claremore Economic
Development
Brett Fuller At Your Service Rentals
Jill Garcille
Freedom Insurance
Bill Gregorovic Building Supply Company
Kyle Hager
Platinum Event Services
Josh Harvey PF Unlimited
Gant Hinkle True North
Keely Hutchinson First Title & Abstract Services, LLC
Sam Jacks Titan Title Company
Seth Jacobsen JayCo Heat & Air
Allen Jenkins Silvercrest Homes
Dan King Edward Jones, Dan King
Jennifer Kudirka Independent Material Co, Inc.
Cynthia Landeros Gray Country Financial
Regina LeBlanc Oklahoma Disaster Restoration & Cleaning Specialists
We extend our deepest gratitude to our remarkable members whose support and generosity empower the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa. Your contributions inspire progress, build stronger foundations, and shape a brighter future for our community. Together, we’re creating lasting impact!
Building a Legacy, One Outdoor Space at a Time: The Spirit Behind Cherlyn Reeves’ Award-Winning Work
For Cherlyn Reeves of Innovative Outdoor Living, creativity and craftsmanship aren’t just part of the job, they’re part of her DNA. Long before earning a degree in Landscape Architecture or transforming outdoor spaces into beautiful sanctuaries, she was a kid tagging along with her grandfather in his Tulsa workshop. A retired police officer turned self-taught carpenter, he was always building something: hutches, clocks, bookshelves. “I didn’t realize it at the time, but he planted the seed,” Cherlyn says.
That seed took root when she worked for a playground design company, which led her back to college and into the building industry, a path that felt both natural and inspired.
Today, Cherlyn pours that passion into every project. Her approach centers on crafting spaces where people want to be, places that invite connection and memories. “I love taking a blank space and turning it into somewhere people want to hang out with family and friends.”
Her recent outdoor living project, which earned her the Tulsa HBA Spirit Award, exemplifies that passion. The Spirit Award is presented by the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa to recognize a builder member who embodies association values through collaboration, professionalism, and commitment to the industry.
The client’s backyard had potential but wasn’t fully utilized. Cherlyn’s team reimagined it, especially
the lower-level deck. Now, the clients spend hours enjoying the hot tub and other revitalized spaces. “When they tell me how much time they spend out there now, I know I’ve done my job.”
One challenge was an exposed electrical line run through a boulder, something Cherlyn couldn’t ignore. When the utility company stalled, she called her son, who works in fiber, to help relocate it. “It was fixed in two days. Sometimes, you just call in a favor.”
She also partnered with Craft Customs for custom screening, so successfully that the client ordered a second screen. And her decking team went above and beyond, curving composite boards around limestone boulders with precision rarely seen.
To Cherlyn, working with HBA members isn’t just good business, it’s about trust. “You know they’re insured, and chances are, you already have a relationship. That makes all the difference.”
Receiving the Spirit Award was more than an honor, it was validation. “It shows others in the industry that we’re a contractor who cares deeply about the work and the process.”
Looking ahead, Cherlyn is excited about new outdoor living projects and future collaborations. “When you build strong relationships within the association, you build stronger projects. And that benefits everyone.”
... and after.
Tulsa Metro Homebuilding Surges 23% in 2025: Broken Arrow, Bixby, and Tulsa Lead the Charge
The Tulsa metro area is off to a booming start in 2025, with housing starts up a remarkable 23.1% year-to-date, according to the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa. Through April, builders pulled 1,315 new residential permits—up from 1,064 during the same period last year—signaling strong momentum in the region’s homebuilding sector.
While April saw a modest dip in activity, with 253 new home starts (down 13% from April 2024), the overall trend remains robust. The year kicked off with a dramatic 57.4% surge in January, marking the highest single-month yearover-year increase so far.
“The 2025 market is tracking ahead of expectations in key areas like Tulsa County, Broken Arrow, and Bixby,” said Jeffrey Smith, CEO of the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa. “While some areas saw slower activity in April, overall demand remains strong across the region. The strong start to the year has positioned us well heading into the peak building season.”
A Closer Look at the Numbers
Here’s how the first four months of 2025 stack up against last year:
January: 467 starts (2025) vs. 199 (2024) — +57.4%
February: 241 vs. 293 — -21.6%
March: 349 vs. 286 — +18.1%
April: 253 vs. 286 — -13.0%
Despite some month-to-month fluctuations, the year-todate total remains significantly ahead of 2024.
Regional Leaders in Growth
Three cities—Broken Arrow, Bixby, and Tulsa—are leading the metro’s housing boom, accounting for more than half of all new home starts so far this year:
Broken Arrow: 285 starts Bixby: 171 starts Tulsa: 126 starts Other notable contributors include Wagoner County (145), Jenks (115), and Owasso (92), reflecting a broader trend of suburban expansion and demand for new housing across the region.
What’s Driving the Growth?
Industry experts point to several factors fueling the surge: continued population growth, a strong labor market, and ongoing development in both urban and suburban areas. Builders are also benefiting from relatively stable material costs and improved supply chain conditions compared to recent years.
Looking Ahead
With the summer building season now underway, the HBA anticipates continued strength in the market. “We’re seeing consistent interest from buyers and developers alike,” Smith noted. “If current trends hold, 2025 could be one of the strongest years for new home construction in recent memory.”
As the Tulsa metro continues to grow, all eyes will be on how builders respond to the demand—and how municipalities support this expansion with infrastructure and planning.
Tulsa Area Housing Starts
New Members: Welcome
For more information about membership benefits or ways to get involved with the Association, please contact our Membership Director, Julie Rivers, JRivers@TulsaHBA.com.
BUILDER MEMBERS
Bright Homes Construction
Martin Rodriguez 11404 E 37th Place Tulsa OK 74146 (918) 629-6588
Martin.bhconstruction@gmail. com
Sponsor: Peter Grant
DLM Constructors, LLC
Michael Butler
7481 S 337th West Ave Mannford OK 74044 (918) 340-1608
mike@dlmconstructors.com
Sponsor: Susan Bevard
JoBe Signature Homes
Joseph Horton 15517 E 88th Street North Owasso, OK 74055 (918) 706-3006
jobesignaturehomes@gmail.com
Sponsor: Mark Priess
ZHR Construction
Sam Lee 359598 E 5750 Rd Jennings OK 74038 (918) 630-1246 zhrcon@icloud.com
Sponsor: Mark Priess
ASSOCIATE MEMBERS
Anytime Inc.
Steven Bozworth 15609 N 137th East Ave Collinsville, OK 74021 (918) 272-5144
steven@anytimehomeinc.com
Sponsor: Krystal Ford
Diaz Flooring Experts LLC
Brandon Diaz 8990 S Sheridan Rd
Tulsa, OK 74133 (918) 500-1796
hello@diazflooringexperts.com
Sponsor: Sophia Whiteman
E3 Bookkeeping
Scott Rumley
2448 E. 81st St. Suite 4560 Tulsa, OK 74137 (918) 576-7600
srumley@e3bookkeeping.com
Sponsor: Matt Emmons
E3 Risk Management
Scott Rumley
2448 E. 81st Street, Suite 4560 Tulsa, OK 74137 (918) 576-7600
srumley@e3riskmanagement. com
Sponsor: Matt Emmons
H&R Trim Carpentry
Juan Munoz PO Box 1026 Glenpool, OK 74033 (469) 516-8721
jashrtrim@yahoo.com Sponsor: Susan Bevard
LouisAlan Design Gallery
Cindy Hefner 8421 E 61st Street Suite S Tulsa, OK 74133 (539) 367-1327
cindy@shoptherefuge.com
Sponsor: Pam Scott
Oklahoma Generator
Tim Contreras 124 S 147th East Ave Tulsa, OK 74116 (918) 900-1235
Tim@okgen.com
Sponsor: Brandon Rainbolt
Oklahoma Secured Title
Dawn Castro 8215 S Mingo Rd Suite 150 Tulsa, OK 74133 (918) 933-4136
dcastro@ok-title.com
Rembrandt Builders
Justin Allen 2109 N Yellowood Ave Broken Arrow OK 74012 (918) 860-6037
admin@rembrandtcustombuilders. com
Sponsor: Steve Wright
Stride Bank
Sabra Jouett 11074 S 55th Place Sapulpa, OK 74066
sjouett@stridebank.com Sponsor: Shonna Stewart
Thunder Ridge Realty
David Jouett 11074 S 55th Place
Sapulpa OK 74066 (918) 951-4015
david@blackfeltgroups.com Sponsor: Shonna Stewart
Zerorez Inc Tulsa
Justin Watts 10820 E 11th Street, Suite 207 Tulsa OK 74128 (918) 205-9376
jwatts@zerorez.com
Sponsor: Frank Sawyer
Appetite for Construction Raises Over $53,000 for Workforce Development
The Tulsa HBA’s Appetite for Construction event brought together 240 attendees for an evening of connection, purpose, and progress, and the results were truly inspiring. Together, attendees helped raise an incredible $53,125 to support the association’s Charitable Foundation.
These funds directly support initiatives designed to strengthen the pipeline of skilled trades professionals, programs like Build My Future, classroom partnerships, student scholarships, and career exploration experiences that open doors to rewarding paths in the housing industry.
The success of this event reflects the Tulsa HBA’s mission: empowering the success of our members as the professional resource for housing in our community. By investing in workforce development, we not only support the industry’s future but also ensure our community continues to thrive.
As workforce challenges grow nationwide, Appetite for Construction proves what’s possible when a community comes together to invest in the future of housing: one student, one program, one skilled worker at a time.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to our generous sponsors:
Burnett Home Improvement
10% off select products
Scott Burnett 918-286-7600 www.burnettinc.com
CNCS Direct
20% off CRM management system
Carl Novara 918-921-1044 cncsdirect.com
Graphic Resources and Reproduction
20% off printing service including marketing materials
Sean Roberts 918-461-0303 www.graphicresources-tulsa.com
Eric Knam 918-223-3442 thebusinessaccelerationteam.com
We B Trees
5% on all tree work *Must notify as an HBA member when calling in.
Tim Nall 918-446-3473 www.webtrees.com
Please Note: Discounts are for current HBA members only Discounts may not be applied to all products. This program is not intended to replace or be in addition to any existing discount you may already receive. Please contact participating members for specific details on the offered discounts.
Designer Showcase
May General Membership Mixer
Designer Showcase
2025: A Night of Style, Sound, and Celebration
On Tuesday, May 13, 2025, the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa hosted its May General Membership Meeting inside this year’s stunning Designer Showcase home. Held at 2156 S. Owasso Place in Tulsa, the event welcomed members and their guests to explore the latest design renovations and creative transformations from the talented designers of the Tulsa HBA community.
Attendees enjoyed leisurely after-hours tours of the remodeled home, mingling with local industry professionals while taking in the thoughtful updates that brought new life and personality to each space.
Special thanks to the sponsors who made the evening even more enjoyable:
Annual Presenting Sponsor: Elevate Realty
Gold Sponsor: LifeStyles
Booker Gillespie of The Gillespie Jazz Group entertained guests with his smooth, soulful jazz stylings, adding a lively and elegant ambiance to the evening. His performance perfectly complemented the creative energy of the home, providing a soundtrack as artful as the interiors themselves.
2025 Designer Showcase Designers
FISHING TOURNAMENT
Reeling in the Fun at Lake Tenkiller
What a weekend! With clear skies, smooth waters, and just the right amount of competitive spirit, the Tulsa HBA Associates Council Bass Fishing Tournament made a splash on April 11–12 at beautiful Lake Tenkiller.
A total of 18 teams hit the lake, rods ready and coolers packed, for two days of angling action, and let’s just say, the fish weren’t the only ones getting hooked. From sunrise casts to weigh-in moments, the tournament brought out the best in sportsmanship and skill.
Tournament Champions
1st Place: Wortham-Cypert – 31.46 lbs
2nd Place: Morgan-King – 29.42 lbs
3rd Place: Holmes-Copeland – 28.51 lbs
Trash Fish Champs
Friday: Morgan-King – 2.56 lbs
Saturday: Fulps-Keller – 2.48 lbs
Big Bass Winners
Friday: Stockham-Clark – 4.92 lbs
Saturday: Morgan-King – 4.91 lbs
From casting lines to casting laughs, this year’s tournament was a huge success thanks to everyone who participated, volunteered, and cheered us on from the docks. Here's to full coolers, even fuller hearts, and already counting down the days until next year!
Morgan | King -2nd Place
Holmes | Copeland - 3rd Place
Wortham | Cypert - 1st Place
Morgan | King & Stockham | Clark- Big Bass
"Trash" Fish winners!
Statesman
The Spike Club recognizes members for their recruiting and retention efforts. To become a Spike, you must earn six Spike credits within two consecutive years, by bringing in new members and retaining current members. At each new Spike level, members receive awards. Spikes also enjoy benefits such as visibility among their peers leading to increased business contacts, invitations to special FREE events, celebrations and more. Names with at least six Spike points are listed below, as reported by NAHB.
