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Table of Contents

Association News 9

Welcome Alex Martindale

21 Members Gather to Fundraise for BICF 23 HBAK Scholarships for the 2019 School Year

Departments

The Academies of Louisville, the Trades, and Our Future Workforce Page 6

Recapping the 2018 Home, Garden & Remodeling Show Page 10

5 Perspectives 26 What is a Spike? 27 Spike List 28 Membership Update 28 Milestone Members 29 Honor Roll 29 Corporate Sponsors 30 Calendar of Events 30 Advertiser Index

About the Cover

2018 BIA Bowl-A-Thon Page 16

Commercial Council Welcomes Mayor Greg Fischer Page 20

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2018 OFFICERS Mark Simpson, President Scott Welch, Vice President Don Wirtzberger, Treasurer Karen McKechnie, Secretary Kevin Passanisi, Associate Vice President Pat Durham, Executive Vice President BUILDER DIRECTORS Brandon Bailey Jack Band David Elder, Jr. Chris Eldridge Joe French Adam Gallagher Brad Hicks Michael Isaac Penny Love Justin McElfish George Miller Michael O’Dea Dan Smith Tom Waller ASSOCIATE DIRECTORS J.P. DeLaney Bob Duggins Brian Evans Ashley Haury Jeff McMahan Paul Miele P.J. Moore Teresa Morgan Donna Mudd Jarrod Orr Bruce Stansbury Greg Taylor Antoine Terry HONORARY DIRECTORS Frank Arnold, Sr., Richard Bean Clifford Thieneman, Sr. EDITORS Martha Bracken & Jason Walton ADVERTISING Carrie Lyons & Katharine Shafferman 502.429.6000 WRITERS Nancy Miller, Cheryl Pilkinton & BIA Staff

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JCPS Academies of Louisville students gather around their projects on display at the Home, Garden & Remodeling Show. Student projects included an urban chicken coop, a raised garden bed, a “deluxe” doghouse, and much more!

The Academies of Louisville, the Trades, and Our Future Workforce By Cheryl Pilkinton

First, the bad news: Skilled trades workers are becoming difficult to find. In fact, the U.S. is facing an unprecedented labor shortage in this region. The older generation of craftsmen is aging out of the workforce, while the younger generation has been slow to enter in their place. Additionally, the trades have far fewer 65-and-older workers than the total labor force because these jobs are more physically demanding and thus cannot hold off retirement. Anthony Carnevale, the Director of the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce in Washington, D.C., states, "We made a mistake back in 1983 when the 'Nation at Risk' report came out, and we were appalled at the quality of education in America. High schools began focusing on academics, basically ignoring the old vocational programs. Now, we need to bring these programs back!" Karen McKechnie, Stonehenge Construction, and a BIA Executive 6

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Committee member, echoes Carnevale's assessment: "We are in a crisis mode in construction. We need to get young people involved NOW.” Adding to that line of thought is Joe French, Louisville Handyman and Remodeling, and an active member of the BIA’s Workforce Development Committee: "If we don't recognize the need for trades people, we are ALL going to be in huge trouble." They both lament, "Who will build our houses, tile our floors, install the plumbing and electrical"... and all the myriad of jobs performed by the trades? Now, the good news: Help is on the way. The future is looking brighter due to a new initiative in the Jefferson Country Public Schools (JCPS) called the Academies of Louisville. Based on Ford's "Next Generation Learning" program, which began about 17 years ago, the Academies' aim is similar: Integrate the curriculum around career themes with work-based learning experiences through partnerships with employers. Originally, Ford's

program formed pathways to career exploration but not to the extent of JCPS' implementation. Businesses came into the schools, help set up the programs, and then left. This time around, the Academies will work closely with all the businesses and include all the students, not just a select few. A few years ago, Dr. Marty Pollio, now Superintendent of JCPS, but then a principal at Jeffersontown High School, visited two areas where an Academies program was in place: Nashville, Tennessee and Pinellas County, Florida. He implemented the program in his own high school and is now instrumental in encouraging the success of all the Academies within JCPS. The new initiative is only 1 1/2 years old, but 11 high schools are involved already, and for the 2018-2019 school year, at least three more schools will come onboard. "Each participating school researches where their students' greatest interests lie, what their families want, and what are the needs of their community and the city," says Christy Rogers, Director of College and Career Readiness at JCPS. The Districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s goal is for JCPS' Academies to become models for other school systems throughout the nation. The Academies, which include the college preparatory courses, will impact over 11,000 students in grades 9-12, and it will take 3-4 years per school for the program to become fully implemented. After 4 years, approximately 3,000 students will have had the full Academy experience. Each school will house 2-4 Academies; each Academy will include 3-7 Pathways. Each Academy will have a dedicated principal, a counselor, a core group of teachers, and an Academy coach. For example, at Western High School, 2017-2018 offered two Academies: Health Science and Business, and a Service Academy, which included a Carpentry Pathway and

Kevin Gray, ADC Paving, speaks with JCPS students about a career in construction at his Home, Garden & Remodeling Show booth.

Dr. Marty Pollio, JCPS Superintendent, shares the Academies of Louisville model with BIA Workforce Development Committee members.

a Culinary Pathway. Next year, graphic design and digital communication will be added. A typical day might include these classes in the Carpentry Pathway: math, English, social studies, science, Introduction to Carpentry, music, and physical education. Rick Moir, the Academy Coach at Western, says, "The ultimate goal is to give students the opportunity to experience hands-on learning and project-based learning that will enable them to make informed career decisions upon graduation." Moir points out that the Academies program has these three goals: 1) transform public education, 2) enhance personal collegiate and professional performance, and 3) help elevate and grow economic development in Louisville. At graduation, students will then be prepared, empowered, and inspired. Currently, 46% of JCPS students are not college or career ready. The Academies program aims to change that statistic. Career exploration will actually begin, on a minor basis, in elementary school, with career "awareness." The middle school level will enter the Junior Achievement "Inspire" program with some hands-on career exposure and experiences. According to Kristin Wingfeld, Coordinator of School/Business Partnerships for JCPS, that same exposure will continue through the student's freshman year, so that by sophomore year he or she can capably choose a career Pathway. "We are not asking them to choose their rest-oflife career path, but just to become engaged in a direction they will enjoy for their three years." In 2020-2021, seniors will have had the opportunity to participate in industry and college field trips, job shadowing, summer employment, apprenticeships, internships, and co-ops. They will not only have earned possible college credits but also an industry credential March 2018 â&#x20AC;˘ Louisville Builder Magazine

or certification. They will have a post-secondary transition plan. Because college is not for everyone, these young people will all have their “Plan B”. Wingfeld says that the BIA has been instrumental in recruiting members to become involved in the Academies program to make sure the various Pathways align with the needs of the workforce. More than twenty BIA members have expressed an interest in becoming a Partner with one or more of the high schools. All companies are encouraged to become involved in the program. Whereas large companies might be able to accommodate more field trips and job shadowing, the smaller ones, "even with only one student as an intern, for example, can make a difference!" adds Wingfeld. Christy Rogers talks about the value of the business Partnerships: "The biggest component in the success of our Academies program is our business partnerships. We cannot do this alone!" She explains that these employers will help teachers know about the latest trends in their industry, they will mentor students, they will provide field trips, job shadowing, and possible internships, and they will visit actual classes to share with students the details of their industry, including the variety of career possibilities within each industry. As these young people will become future employers, collaborators, company executives, and community leaders, businesses will WANT to help educate, train, and shape this workforce--thus ensuring the continued success of the Academies. Jeff McMahan, Wehr Constructors, is a BIA Board member and a soonto-be JCPS Partner. As many workers in his industry are on the verge of retiring, he says there is a definite need for skilled laborers, carpenters,

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pipefitters, welders, roofers--just to name a few. "I applaud Jefferson County for recognizing this need and stepping up to fill it. Up to this point, if college was not a good fit, students had no Plan B. Perhaps the construction industry can fill that slot. We see JCPS' plan as a possible solution--so we'd like to become involved, to 'keep the ball rolling.'" He further credits the BIA for hiring a full-time employee to support workforce development-another piece of the pie. Rick Moir goes on to explain that, as business Partners join up, students can look at specializing--home building, remodeling, cabinetry, trim work, for example--within Western's Carpentry Pathway--with a possible internship in their senior year and with the goal of certification in the industry. All graduates will be educated in both college prep and their trades choice, so that their post secondary decision will be an informed one based on real-world, hands-on, project-based experiences. Moir says, "Of course, it's a definite learning process these first few years. I'll be contacting Partners, drawing up "action plans," getting speakers for freshmen classes, and coordinating field trips, so students might knowledgeably choose their sophomore Pathways." In the soon-to- be 15 participating schools, the Pathways, ranging from carpentry and cooking to diesel mechanics and welding, "are driven by the business community to meet their future needs." "The whole idea that one has to go to college to make money is just not true anymore," explains Joe French, a JCPS Partner. "Carpenters, welders, plumbers, electricians, and all the other skilled tradesmen make

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transportation will need to be overcome. McKechnie, another JCPS Partner, serves on Western High School's Advisory Board, and, along with Louisville Handyman and Remodeling, Bailey Construction, and Miranda Construction, met with the principal for planning and implementation. Personally, she wants to tell students they CAN make six figures in the trades, they CAN own their own business, and they CAN be successful as a woman in the construction industry! Christy Rogers sums up the exciting Academies program: "As we have heard, 'It takes a village to raise a child.' These Academies’ 'children' (students), as they eventually enter the workforce ‘Prepared, Empowered, and Inspired’, will definitely 'raise' our Village (of Louisville) to a higher, more successful level", and ensure a brighter future for all the trades in the process.

The BIA Welcomes Director of Workforce Development, Alex Martindale In response to the growing industry need to create a pipeline of skilled workers for the construction industry, the BIA recently hired Alex Martindale as our new Director of Workforce Development. Alex comes to the BIA with a homebuilding background, as her mother and stepfather owned a remodeling business in South Carolina and were members of their local Charleston Home Building Association (HBAC) throughout her childhood. Notably, every job she has had since high school has been with an Association, as she started working for the Charleston HBA in high school, worked for the Home Builders Association of South Carolina [HBASC] throughout her tenure at the University of South Carolina, and finally accepted a job as a Regional Field Representative for the NAHB directly after college graduation in January of 2016. “I have always loved the HBAs,” said Alex. “Growing up around the trades through my mom’s job, as well as having worked with members across the country, I truly love and respect the members and everything they stand for.” As the new Director of Workforce Development, Alex has been tasked with running the BIA’s Workforce Development Committee and developing partnerships with middle schools, high schools, ATCs, technical colleges, some four-year colleges, community organizations, and other stakeholders. She will be actively working to bridge the gap between the business and education communities, by partnering BIA members with programs to work on curriculum, serve on advisory committees, and offering job shadowing opportunities, internships and future employment. She will also serve as an ambassador for the construction industry by speaking to organizations and groups on the topic of construction as a viable and lucrative career option for young people. When asked about her interest in workforce development specifically, Alex shared that she realized early on that she has a passion for developing our next generation of workers. “There is such a huge need for this effort. I’m excited to be a part of this movement to ensure our membership has the human capitol they need to continue building and remodeling homes and commercial projects into the future.” When she is not at work for the BIA, Alex loves kayaking, craft beer (it’s a hobby!), traveling overseas, and participating in various community events. She is an active volunteer for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society—currently chairing their Young Professionals Committee—as well as a member of the Young Professionals Association of Louisville [YPAL] and a Young Professional member of the American Society of Association Executives [ASAE]. March 2018 • Louisville Builder Magazine

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Recapping the 2018 Home, Garden & Remodeling Show: A Multi-Tiered Success. Let’s Get Ready for Next Year! By Nancy Miller

The 2018 Home, Garden & Remodeling show is now one for the history books. Thousands of visitors, exhibitors, sponsors and BIA staff participated in an exciting event that was fun, informative and, most importantly, a resounding success. Tom Raver of Fireplace Distributors first exhibited in 1991, so he brings an experienced perspective to the show. “Quality leads are what we were after. My staff was very happy with the people they spoke to. All in all, it was a good show. The Saturday morning crowd was probably the largest we have had in the last couple of years,” he says. “The garden in front was a nice attraction, the best the show has had in a while. Grant Jones did a great job with the garden. It gave you a feeling of entering something other than a trade show.” Returning sponsor LG&E once again had a unique opportunity to 10 Digital Version Available at BIALouisville.com

connect with customers. “We always appreciate the opportunity to provide face-to-face information that will be beneficial to the public as they make renovations to their home or they just have questions about their energy use, or energy, in general,” says Natasha Collins. She is already looking forward to the 2019 show. Dale Hellmann of Prudential Heating and Air Conditioning was impressed with the sound prospects his company met. He believes they were sincere in their buying instincts, rather than simply walking through the show. Crowds gathered around Logan Lavelle Hunt’s entertainment stage to watch an amazing display of artistic talent. Sophia Mitchell of Art Explosion created ten six-by-six-foot paintings, including those of a horse, Muhammad Ali, The Thinker, Frank Sinatra and Albert Einstein. What truly

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From a line-up of outstanding chefs on the Cooking Stage to informative seminars such as “How to Grow Fresh Air” on the Home & Garden Stage, and an entry garden with fresh flowers to a hardscape area with outdoor kitchens, the 2018 Home, Garden & Remodeling Show wowed visitors and enabled them to envision their dreams—whether for their homes, gardens or outdoor living spaces!

Sponsors, exhibitors and BIA board members are all smiles at the official Home, Garden & Remodeling Show ribbon cutting on Friday, March 2.

Champion Windows & Doors, the Show’s Presenting Sponsor, greeted attendees at the front of the Expo Center with a booth full of the latest and greatest in windows, doors, and sunrooms.

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Perry Lyons, P.L. Lyons Architectural Builders, donned his chef coat to impress guests with his amazing creations on the Cooking Stage.

Idlewild Butterfly Farm was back this year to amaze young visitors with bigger and better BUGS! (What even IS that?)

Beautiful garden scenes brought the outdoors in, and gave the Expo Center a distinctly “springtime” feel. March 2018 • Louisville Builder Magazine 13

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about having him create their homes. Quality is the most important thing to him and I respect him so much for that,” she says. Another of Morgan’s BIA connections, Greg Allaben of Old National Bank, became a link between Morgan and Simpson when Morgan suggested to a client that she contact Allaben regarding a construction loan for one of Simpson’s custom homes. She first met Allaben through their work on the BIA Sales and Marketing Council. “Greg is excellent about having new construction financing programs. He was super throughout the whole process. The buyers had some issues that were tough to work out. If Greg hadn’t been as good as he was, we might have had a hard time getting to closing. Also, helping everything go smoothly was Mark’s compassionate nature,” says Morgan. She emphasizes that the three of them worked together as a team and

doesn’t believe the same degree of solidarity would have existed if they had not known each other through BIA committees and developed a high level of trust. “It’s interesting that some of the folks I have chosen to do business with have been through my involvement in the BICF. I figure if someone has passion for the same thing we must be of like mind in some ways. Teresa has been working with those types of endeavors. I began the conversation with her about business because of her interest in the Foundation,” says Simpson. As he continues to build homes in Vantage Point, he often works with Morgan, who he says is a ball of fire. He admires her for many reasons, including her energy level and passion for the business and her clients. “And I got to know Greg through doing closings with Teresa. I think he’s a really good guy who has a good demeanor and is hard working,” says Simpson. Allaben has referred people who didn’t require his services but needed a realtor to Morgan. In turn, she has referred clients to him. Referencing the initial project they all worked on together, Allaben says, “The client was kind of special in the sense his job took him all over the country, so he was frequently out of town.” Close communication among Morgan, Allaben and Simpson was key to the transaction. “I respect how our communication flows. Mark and I talked to get the details ironed out to prepare for the closing. We had a rate lock date to target and the weather was getting iffy. Was he doing to be able to get the landscaping done or was that something we were going to escrow for?” The deal had a happy ending. Everything was finished and the closing took place by the target date. The BIA’s networking connections are a prime membership benefit, according to Allaben who is on the Membership & Retention Committee and the Sales and Marketing Council Executive Committee. “The education you get is also valuable. When you’re involved with the BIA, you learn and understand what’s happening in the building world and in Metro Louisville. So, it’s not just

that you might be getting referrals, but the information you come away with can be very helpful to your business.” While Simpson regards networking through the BIA as a definite business asset, he thinks it is equally important to foster friendships through the Association. Morgan is one of the BIA’s most enthusiastic and active members, commenting, “The first time I sat in on a board meeting and saw how hard the members worked and what they accomplished in the community, it was remarkable. Most all of my time I’m not with clients, I’m working with BIA members because they are top leaders in our community. Their ethics, honesty and trustworthiness are outstanding. It’s almost as if a banner says, ‘We want you to work with us, but integrity, quality and compassion are required.’ We see that in the leadership and it trickles down. Where else would I rather get clients than from this group? Nowhere. I absolutely love networking and the connections I make through the BIA.” Such connections are paramount advantages to membership, acknowledges Simpson as he reviews the first few months he has been president of the BIA. “Being President is an honor. It has been educational and I just hope that, in some way, I’m helping.” Looking at the remainder of the year, he forecasts that business will stay strong. “One thing I’d like to see and something I think we could do a better job of is getting the message out that the BIA is more than just a name. There is meat behind it. We need to get our brand out so that we’re recognized by the community, letting them know they’re dealing with quality companies and quality people.”

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The â&#x20AC;&#x153;Young Stud Rollersâ&#x20AC;?. Kevin Gray of ADC Paving, Morgan John of Pulte Homes, Jeremy Esposito of Esposito Construction, Mark Johnson of Johnson Architecture & Design and Brandon Bailey of Bailey Remodeling & Construction.

2018 BIA Bowl-A-Thon By Amy Elliott, BIA Staff

The BIA hosted its first Annual Bowl-A-Thon on Wednesday, February 21 at King Pin Lanes in J-Town. A total of 38 teams participated in this inaugural event making it a success. One of the primary reasons companies decide to join the BIA is to network with potential clients, colleagues, industry professionals, builders and suppliers. The Bowl-A-Thon served up a perfect opportunity for attendees to Strike up conversation with 200+ fellow Association members.

We selected a bowling Approach because we felt that anyone could participate and have fun no matter what their skill set is.

The fun was Doubled with our gift card prize drawings and 50/50 raffle chances! Over $800 in gift cards were given away that day! Our 50/50 Raffle provided the opportunity for one lucky winner to Split the pot with the BICF. The 50/50 Raffle brought in a total of $1258.00! $629.00 (50% of proceeds) went to our lucky winner, Kevin Passanisi of PC Home Stores. The other half has been deposited into the BICF account for future use.

Participants left the event in a positive Frame of mind. So much so that many participants plan to make a Return in 2019!

Mark Your Calendars for the 2nd Annual BIA Bowl-A-Thon! We hope to Rack up even more teams in 2019! Registration to open in November 2018.

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Tom Raver and the Fireplace Distributors team enjoy a day on the lanes.

The “Gutter Girls” led by Florence Brown of Duncan Commercial Real Estate, Captain Sherry Henry of State Farm, Lisa Armstrong of All-In-One Security, Laura Wessel of Commonwealth Bank & Trust and Sharon Kilpatrick of RE/MAX Associates.

Team 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty pose for photo. Bob Marrett of CMB Developments, Scott Yates of Paragon Homes, Leslie Raeber of Republic Bank, John Sizemore and Debbie Wurtele of 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty.

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BIA staff & event volunteer, Barb Jeffries of Republic Bank greet members and sell chances for the 50/50 Raffle and Door Prizes.

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Member News

Commercial Council Welcomes Mayor Greg Fischer On February 27, Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer joined the BIA’s Commercial Council and invited guests from the Greater Louisville Association of Realtors [GLAR] and the Mortgage Bankers Association of Louisville [MBAL], to share an update on Louisville’s growth and financial stability, as well as an overview of our current economic development initiatives. Mayor Fischer reported that Louisville is experiencing a major transformation due to unprecedented growth, as evidenced by 2,500 new businesses, $13 billion in new construction since 2014, several hotel projects underway and completed, and $800 million in construction expected west of 9th Street. He noted that we need to work

collectively to increase our tree canopy, address our infrastructure needs, and support the MSD Critical Repair and Reinvestment Plan. The Mayor thanked us for our support of the JCPS Academies of Louisville program, and encouraged guests to stay engaged with programs supporting the next generation of skilled workers. The BIA would like to thank Mayor Fischer and his Louisville Forward team for spending the morning with us, as well as Bardenwerper, Talbott & Roberts for their sponsorship of this informative and interesting event.

Mayor Greg Fischer shares updates on Louisville’s economic development initiatives with BIA Commercial Council members.

It was a full house at host location, PriceWeber, for Mayor Fischer’s visit. Guests included the BIA’s Commercial Council, as well as GLAR and MBAL attendees.

BIA Member and Commercial Council Chairman, Lee Weyland, introduces Mayor Fischer.

Mayor Fischer thanked attendees for their support of critical items such as the MSD Critical Repair and Reinvestment Plan and workforce development initiatives like the Academies of Louisville program.

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Members Gather to Fundraise for Building Industry Charitable Foundation On March 8, BICF committee members gathered for our annual I Heart the BICF Call Day. With membership directories and contact lists in hand, these outstanding volunteers hammered out phone calls to raise funds for our Foundation, whose mission is to use the talents, resources, and abilities of members of the Building Industry Association of Greater Louisville to improve the quality of life of special needs children and adults in our community. With projects such as the playhouses (in partnership with Kosair Charities and YouthBuild), a wheelchair ramp for a young man with cerebral palsy, a wheelchair accessible bathroom for La Casita Center, and much, much more already on our plate for 2018, the donations made on our Call Day will bless a lot of people in the upcoming year! We have been, and continue to be, grateful for the generosity of spirit of our members. With your help, we are able to change the lives of those who are most in need. To all who participated, made phone calls, or contributed monetarilyâ&#x20AC;Śwe THANK YOU!

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HBAK Scholarships for the 2019 School Year Available for BIA Members and Families The Tommy Bright Scholarship Fund This scholarship was established to assist students to achieve a more comprehensive understanding of how the United States government operates. This scholarship awards financial aid to the recipient to attend an established government affairs program in Washington, DC. The Betty Bell Scholarship Fund This scholarship fund was established to assist students in obtaining higher education in a building industry-related field. The Tommy Thompson Scholarship Fund The Tommy Thompson Scholarship is awarded to children of members of the Homebuilders Association of Kentucky to assist these young men and women in their pursuit of a post-secondary degree.

The Murray Riffee Scholarship $1,000 Awarded Annually Murray Riffee, a Georgetown, Kentucky, builder worked tirelessly to promote awareness of workforce development and the future of the housing industry. Murray served as president of the Home Builders Association of Kentucky in 1997. During his tenure, he established the Association’s Workforce Development Task Force, which eventually became the K4C. He was named to the Kentucky Housing Hall of Fame in 2000. When Murray passed away in 2006, a scholarship was established in his memory and is given each year through Eastern Kentucky University to a student pursuing a degree in construction management.

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MEMBER NOTICE DUES INCREASE Effective February 1, 2018, the BIA Board of Directors voted and approved the following Dues increase: New Associate Dues: $420 Annually New Builder/Remodeler Dues: $620 Annually Additionally, we have omitted the regular Affiliate membership and combined it with our Sales & Marketing Council (SMC). The SMC/Affiliate membership dues will remain at $95 annually and will provide an expanded networking opportunity for the former Affiliate members.

Please bear in mind the following: • • • • • • •

The BIA hasn’t had a dues increase since 2015, This increase reflects a 2% increase over the past three years, The BIA now offers increased services to the membership, The BIA anticipates a similar increase in the HBAK dues in the near future, The BIA has added a new staff person to help serve the needs of our members, The BIA has the lowest dues in the region, and The BIA has increased our efforts in terms of advocacy, workforce development and networking opportunities. For additional information, please contact Pat Durham at 502-429-6000.

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What is a SPIKE?

A SPIKE is a Recruiter of New Members. What are the benefits of becoming a Spike? The real benefits are intangible: You are recognized for your contributions to the association and regarded as an accomplished and connected member. Additionally, Spikes receive: • A coveted invitation to the biggest party of the year, the Spike Party at the International Builders’ Show® • Increased visibility, recognition and networking opportunities at industry events • Unique and valuable lapel pins for each level of achievement • Additional VIP treatment throughout the year

How do I become a Spike?

How do I earn Spike credits?

Before becoming a Spike, you are a Spike candidate. That means you have earned between one and five and a half credits. Once you earn your sixth credit, you become an official NAHB Spike! Spike credits are earned by recruiting and retaining NAHB and BIA members. In order to become a Life Spike, you must have earned a minimum of 25 Spike credits.

Spikes earn one credit for each new Builder or Associate member they sponsor. When that member renews after his or her first year of membership, the sponsoring member automatically gets one renewal credit. Every year the member renews thereafter, the sponsoring member will receive a 1/2 renewal credit. Spikes receive a 1/2 credit for recruitment and a 1/2 credit for the renewal of Affiliate members.

Spike Levels

For more information, visit http://www.nahb.org/SpikeClub

Spike Candidate: 1-5 Credits

Spike: 6 Credits

Life Spike: 25 Credits

Green Spike: 50 Credits

Red Spike: 100 Credits

Royal Spike: 150 Credits

Super Spike: 250 Credits

Statesman Spike: 500 Credits

Grand Spike: 1,000 Credits

All-Time Big Spike: 1,500 Credits

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All-Time Big Spike 1500d John Miranda, Pinnacle Properties of Louisville ..................... 3069 Grand Spike 1000d Robert L. Eberenz, Jr., Robert L. Eberenz Jr., Builder, LLC......... 1389 Ellery Esposito, Esposito Construction, Inc. ............................. 1303 Stanley G. Logan, Jr., Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance................ 1261 Richard S. Buttorff, The Buttorff Company .............................. 1090 Joe Pusateri, Elite Homes, Inc. ................................................ 1050 Statesman 500d Robert Welch, Welch Builders, Inc. ........................................... 900 Keith Eberenz, Keith Eberenz, Builder ....................................... 854 James R. Skaggs, Omikron Construction Co. -Honorary............. 835 Robert A. Peterson, Jr., Robert A. Peterson, Jr., Co. Inc. ............. 814 Robert H. Marrett, CMB Development Co. ................................. 811 Michael L. Montgomery, MONTCO Builders, Inc. -Honorary....... 769 Dale Hellmann, Prudential Heating and Air............................... 757 Bill Reisert, Sr. , Reisert Insurance Agency ................................ 721 Allen Schuler, ASB LLC............................................................... 658 Glen E. Stuckel, Glen E. Stuckel Builder, Inc. .............................. 596 A. Thomas Sturgeon, Sturgeon & Associates Inc. ..................... 521 400d Bob Thieneman Jr., Estate Homes.............................................. 485 Fred R. Dallenbach, Dallenbach Builders, Inc. ........................... 479 Tom Raver, Fireplace Distributors.............................................. 476 Jeremy Esposito, Esposito Construction..................................... 471 Stan Humphrey, Stan Humphrey Construction.......................... 456 Rusty Wessel, Wessel Insurance Agency, Inc. ............................ 449 Richard Eberenz, Richard Eberenz, Builder -Honorary............... 446 Clete Reinhart, Reinhart Construction Co. ................................. 440 Richard Miles, Dogwood Homes of Kentucky............................ 432 Super Spike 250d Carl Baker, Sterling Development Corp. .................................... 375 Richard Bean, B B & T, Retired................................................... 367 Michael “Rocky” Pusateri, Elite Homes....................................... 338 Billy Doelker, Key Homes LLC..................................................... 334 William (Bill) Wilkinson, Wilkinson Builders, Inc....................... 330 Don Petty-Honorary.................................................................. 303 Jesse Francis, Francis & Company.............................................. 297 Pat Thieneman-Seitz, Thieneman-Seitz Builder ....................... 296 Clifford Thieneman, Clifford Thieneman Co. Inc. ....................... 280 Teresa Morgan, Semonin Realtors............................................. 263 Leo Thieneman, Sr., Leo Thieneman & Sons, LLC........................ 262 J. Robert Westerman, J. Robert Westerman Builder -Honorary. 253 Steve Church, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance............................. 252 Trent Hunt, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance................................. 252 Trophy - 200d Kevin Passanisi, PC Home Center............................................... 245 Pat Durham, Pat Durham Bldr, Inc. ........................................... 244 Scott Jagoe, Jagoe Homes......................................................... 240 Roger Plamp, Plamp-Keen Agency, Inc. .................................... 235 John Thomas, K-I West Roofing & Siding Division...................... 231 Greg Esposito, Greg Esposito Contractor. ................................... 226 Roger Bright, ADC-honorary...................................................... 221 David Lurding, Lurding Homes.................................................. 214 Roger Harbison, Cornell Harbison Excavating............................ 203 Lafe McGary, The Remodeling Company................................... 202 Royal Spike - 150d Dave Smith, Blacksmith Homes ................................................ 198 Steve Deneen, Builder............................................................... 196 Don Karem, Karem Built Homes, Inc.......................................... 172 Jack Band, Jack Band Builder, Inc. ............................................ 167 John F. Pohlman, John F. Pohlman Builder, Inc. -Honorary........ 167 Scott Yates, Paragon Homes ..................................................... 161 Charline Neal, Primerica Financial Services............................... 156 Robert L. Eberenz, Sr., Robert L. Eberenz, Inc. -Honorary.......... 154 John Barlow, Commonwealth Designs, Inc................................ 152 Sherrie Kruse, Wilson & Muir Bank & Trust Company................. 151

Red Spike - 100d Mike Isaac, Isaac Contracting & Design ..................................... 146 Leo Thieneman, Jr., Leo Thieneman & Sons, LLC........................ 140 Jerry Blacketer, The Blacketer Co............................................... 139 Perry D. Lyons, Perry D. Lyons Builder........................................ 133 John Lannert, Lincoln Insurance Agency................................... 122 Bruce Rademaker, Thoroughbred Associates, Inc. ..................... 118 John Rueff, Brecher Co............................................................... 112 Sidney J. Anderson, S.J. Anderson Builder, Inc. ......................... 111 Jerry Ostertag, Closet Factory.................................................... 104 Shawn Corrigan, Corrigan Electric............................................. 103 Terrance O’Rourke, O’Rourke & Associates ................................ 101 Robert D. Ford, R. Ford Construction Co., Inc. -Honorary............ 100 75d JP Delaney, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance................................... 99 Robert Osborne, RPO Custom Homes & Remodeling................... 95 Joe Dumstorf, The Trend Appliance Company.............................. 94 Mike Jones, Signature Green Properties, LLC............................... 91 Willard Bryant, Bryant Construction, LLC..................................... 88 Michael O’Dea, Michael O'Dea Builder........................................ 88 J.D. Nichols, NTS Corporation ...................................................... 87 Ron Wolford, Ron Wolford Builder, Inc. ....................................... 87 Derek Smothers, Quality One Steel Design Inc............................. 82 Brendan Kavanaugh.................................................................... 77 Carol Daugherty Epley, Daugherty Insurance Agency ................. 76 Rocco Pigneri, Ball Homes........................................................... 75 Jeff Thompson, Jeda Homes........................................................ 75 Green Spike - 50d Davis Boland, Boland Maloney Real Estate.................................. 72 Mark Aschbacher, Lincoln Insurance............................................ 70 David Mikels, Graber’s Insealators............................................... 69 Ron Hartman, Ernst Concrete. .................................................... 68 David Ernst, Prestige Builders...................................................... 64 James Pope, Nicklies Development............................................. 59 Ken Thieneman, Ken Thieneman Builder..................................... 59 Penny Love, Design Innovations, Inc............................................ 57 Ron Colyer, Colyer Construction................................................... 56 Christopher J. Knopf, Pinnacle Properties of Louisville ................ 56 Jim Travis, Jim D. Travis, Builder .................................................. 56 Frank Arnold, Prudential Heating & Air Conditioning ................. 55 Chris Cundiff, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance................................ 54 Louis Hagan, Central Bank of Jefferson County............................ 54 Deepa Kamat, Granite America................................................... 54 Chris Osborne, Deville Homes...................................................... 54 Joe Simms, Re/Max Associates.................................................... 54 Phil Fackler, Fackler Homes......................................................... 53 Lisa Steinbock, Steinbock Interiors LLC........................................ 53 David Monsour, Monsour Builders............................................... 52 Brandon Bailey, Bailey Remodeling & Construction, LLC............. 51 Life Spike - 25d P.R. Lancaster, Lancaster Built Homes.......................................... 48 Dave French, LG&E...................................................................... 47 Paul Miele, K-I Lumber & Building Materials............................... 47 Corey Hughes, Hughes Development, LLC................................... 46 David Rateau, Rateau Construction ............................................ 46 Chris Palmer, Finance of America................................................ 45 Greg Schrenger, Schrenger Construction .................................... 45 Melanie Pearson, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance......................... 44 John Sizemore, 2-10 Home Warranty.......................................... 43 Jason Black, Artisan Signature Homes......................................... 42 Mike Effinger, Effinger Construction............................................ 42 Mike Judah, Judah Real Estate ................................................... 42 Phillip Wayne Leigh, Phillip Leigh, Inc......................................... 42 Mike Sanders, Mike Sanders Builders, Inc.................................... 42 David Stemler, PC Home Stores................................................... 41 Ben Tyler, Ben Tyler Building & Remodeling ............................... 41 Mike Hall, K-I Lumber & Building Materials ................................ 39 Sandra Povey, BB&T.................................................................... 39 Dan Smith, Stonelake Homes ..................................................... 39 Ryan Miranda, Miranda Construction.......................................... 37

Scott Welch, Welch Builders, Inc.................................................. 37 Larry Link, Bonnycastle Appliance & TV....................................... 36 Clifford (Pete)Thieneman, Clifford Thieneman Co, LLC................. 36 David Bright, Bright Built Homes................................................ 35 Matthew Toole, Infinity Homes & Development.......................... 35 Vince Kimbel, Kimbel Construction............................................. 33 Jack Marsh, Jack Marsh Builder Inc.............................................. 33 Dan Anthony, Boral Brick Products.............................................. 32 Carolyn Miller, Sure Linc Services................................................ 32 James French, J & L Construction................................................ 31 Renotta Henson, Victory Home Builder ...................................... 31 Lisa Lynn Knight- Lisa Lynn Designs............................................ 30 Kari Haston, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance................................. 29 Ben Peerce Swindler, Ben Peerce Swindler, Builder .................... 29 Terry Hagerman, Terry Hagerman Builder................................... 28 Todd Hemmer, Lee Brick & Block................................................ 28 George Miller, Suburban Construction & Management............... 28 James Lindsey Raidt, Chenoweth Construction Co., Inc............... 28 Ron Fonk, Woodfield Homes....................................................... 27 Roger Hack, MRC Construction.................................................... 27 Delbert Mulhall, Delbert Mulhall & Sons, Inc. ............................. 27 Donald Wirtzberger, Sierra Design & Construction...................... 27 Douglas Amlung, Amlung Construction Company....................... 26 Spike - 6d Jason Orthober, Orthober Custom Homes................................... 23 Dave Parks Jr., Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, Parks & Weisberg Realtors........................................................ 23 PJ Moore, L & N Federal Credit Union........................................... 22 Andrew Holden, Commonwealth Bank & Trust............................ 21 Dennis Montana, Lawn Care Co., Inc. .......................................... 20 Palmer Cole, Bently Construction................................................ 19 Joe Kroll, Joe Kroll Builder........................................................... 19 Amy Johnston, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, Parks & Weisberg Realtors........................................................ 18 Sharon Kilpatrick, RE/MAX Associates......................................... 18 Jarrod Vowels, Dominion Homes................................................. 16 Bill Bardenwerper, Bardenwerper, Talbot & Roberts, PLLC........... 15 Bob Duggins, Smyrna Ready Mix................................................. 15 Howard Ferriell, H. D. Ferriell, Inc................................................ 15 Steve Purdy, Prudential Heating & Air......................................... 15 Chad Peyton, Peyton Contracting, LLC......................................... 14 Drew McWhorter, KY Farm Bureau.............................................. 13 Greg Burrus, Burrus Architecture & Construction, LLC.................. 11 Rick Merritt, Denton Floyd Development.................................... 11 Donna Mudd, Sam Kinnaird's Flooring Outlet, Inc....................... 11 Kevin Rich, Rich Design Studios................................................... 11 David Tomes, Traditional Town, LLC............................................. 11 Mickey Corcoran, Mickey Corcoran Builder.................................. 10 Larry Hobson, Louisville Paving & Construction Company, Inc..... 10 Becky Hughes, Deming, Malone, Liesay and Ostroff, PSC............ 10 David Richardson, David Richardson Builder............................... 10 Adam Gallagher, Architectural Builders......................................... 9 Aaron McAndrew, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance........................... 9 Stephen Strong, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance............................. 9 John Hollenbach, Hollenbach Oakley, LLC..................................... 8 Amy Wagner, Reflections of You By Amy, LLC................................. 8 David Westfall, Homework Residential Renovations, Inc............... 8 Rodny Davidson, First Community Mortgage................................ 7 Tarrah Lutz, Closets By Design....................................................... 7 John Marshall, Elite Homes Inc...................................................... 7 Jeff Ratanapool, Century Mortgage Company............................... 7 Steve Sebastian, Sebastian Construction Inc................................. 7 Todd Stengel, Todd Stengel Construction ...................................... 7 Chad Turner, Carpet Specialists, Inc............................................... 7 James A. Ward, Ohio Valley Masonry............................................. 7 David Weis, Meridian Construction LLC.......................................... 7 David Bunch, Cimarron Construction Co., Inc................................. 6 Mike Danzinger, SB Home Renovations......................................... 6 Stephanie Horne, Horne Title & Escrow Services, LLC..................... 6 David Mindel, Mindel, Scott & Associates, Inc............................... 6 Dennis Pollard, Pollard Builder, LLC............................................... 6 March 2018 • Louisville Builder Magazine 27

Membership Update - Welcome New Members Associates Approved - February 2018 Allstate, BR Financial Group, Inc. Ben Rouholiman Type of Business: Insurance (Auto, Home, Life, Business, Liability) Sponsor: John Thomas

GDF Construction LLC - Glen French Type of Business: Home Repairs & Renovation Sponsor: JP DeLaney

Wasteology Group Transportation Stacey Harralson Type of Business: Waste & Recycling Broker Sponsor: John Miranda

Pfeiffer Sales - Kelly Pfeiffer Type of Business: Electrical & Lighting Control Systems Sponsor: Tom Corrigan

SMC/Affiliates Approved -February 2018 Adam Blackaby - Lee Brick & Block Sponsor: Todd Hemmer

Amlung Lawn Care & Landscaping Brent Amlung Type of Business: Lawn Care & Landscaping Sponsor: Pete Thieneman

St. Matthews Lawn & Land - Don Carothers Type of Business: Lawn & Landscape Contractor Sponsor: Larry Raidt

Calhoun Construction Services Shannon Haste Type of Business: Commercial Construction Sponsor: J. David Jones

Steepleton - Allison Graven Type of Business: Indoor & Outdoor Entertainment Furnishings Sponsor: Mike Isaac

Foundation Insurance Group - Jack Potthast Type of Business: Insurance Agency (Business & Personal) Sponsor: Lisa Lynn Knight

The Growth Coach of Louisville - Marty Coker Type of Business: Business Coaching Sponsor: Ryan Miranda

Brent Boland - Boland Maloney Realty Co. Sponsor: Davis Boland Tyler Horne - Horne Title & Escrow Services Sponsor: Steph Horne Lindsay Hudgins - The Trane Company Sponsor: Elena Lightfoot Kelli Simpson - Old National Bank Sponsor: Greg Allaben

Milestone Members Congratulations to these Milestone Members. These members have reached a milestone mark in their Membership with their renewal in April.

45 Years Sabak, Wilson & Lingo, Inc. - Patrick Dominik 35 Years Advance Ready Mix - Alex Nofziger** 30 Years 31-W Insulation Co., Inc. - Paul Parsley Bardenwerper, Talbott & Roberts, PLLC William Bardenwerper KV Flooring, Inc. - Denny Farmer 25 Years Ampro America Pro Pest Control - Larry Tomes Bluegrass Wood Floors, Inc. - Sam Clore Central Bank of Jefferson Co., Inc. - Amy Sullivan Commonwealth Bank & Trust - Andrew Holden Leisure Time Lawn Care, Inc. - Jamie Mudd Meyer Plumbing, Inc. - Candi Fluhr Mitchell Hobbs & Sons, Inc. - David Hobbs OPC Pest Control, Inc. - Kevin Mills Phillip Patterson Painting, Inc. - Phillip Patterson Strathmoor-Hoge DBA Suntime Pools West George Hoge

Ben Tyler - Registered Builder/Remodeler Stickler & Associates Agency, Inc. Greg Stickler**** Mike's Woodworking, Inc. - Mike Johnson**** Deckers Concrete Construction Danny L. Decker**** Prosource Wholesale Floorcoverings Dave Bzura**** Bluegrass Siding & Trim, Inc. - Eric Meyer**** 20 Years Buda Masonry, Inc. - Brack Hutchison**** 15 Years Pro-Tech Electrical - Mark Potts**** Ace Lawn Service, Inc. - Michael Boyle**** Charles Horn - Registered Remodeler* James Ernst - Registered Builder/Remodeler 10 Years Bob Watts Siding, Inc. - Bob Watts Golden Construction, LLC - Chilion Golden Koch Air, LLC - Dean Holmes

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*November

**December

***January

Legacy Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC Matt Alvey Jason Smothers - Associate Builder/Remodeler Hughes Development, LLC - Cory Hughes**** Tom Solley - Registered Builder**** Phil Fackler - Registered Builder/Remodeler** Brian L. Gollar, LLC - Brian Gollar Jr.**** 5 Years One Choice Mechanical, LLC - Lucas Parker**** 1 Year Dealers Choice Distribution - Jody Pearman The Flying Locksmiths - Louisville - Todd Hancock Jacobs Group General Contractors - Tonya Jacobs KAG Consulting - Kimberly Greenwell Kentuckiana Home Entertainment Fred Marcum Lifestyle Communities - Grant Dolven Servpro of NE, SW, SE and East Louisville Tammy Cochran South Central Bank - Amy Rausch Traud Electric - Stacy Traud Jason Scott - Associate Builder/Remodeler***

**** February

As of April 1, 2018

Builders: Blacketer Company Clifford Theineman Co., LLC

P.L Lyons Architectural Builders Robert L. Eberenz Associates:

1st Choice Insulation A-1 Interior Trim Architectural Windows and Doors Bachman Commercial Sales Bardenwerper, Talbott and Roberts Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Parks and Weisberg, Realtors Bonnycastle Appliance & TV Builders FirstSource Century Mortgage Corrigan Electric Co.

Cunningham Door & Windows Door Store and Windows Fireplace Distributors Joe Hayden Realtors K-I Lumber & Building Materials L&N Federal Credit Union L.E. Hobbs Construction Co. Inc Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance & Wealth Management North Central Insulation and Fireplace PC Home Center

PPG Paints Quality One Steel Designs Quarry Bluff Estates River City Bank River City Foundations, LLC Sam Kinnaird's Flooring and Granite Screens of Kentucky Sonne Steel The Trend Companies of Kentucky Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Window World

A special thanks to all Honor Roll Members! For more information on how you can be listed on the BIA Honor Roll, please call Carrie Lyons or Katharine Shafferman at (502) 429-6000.

Corporate Sponsors Special thanks to these 2018 BIA corporate sponsors:

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Calendar of Events For the most up-to-date information and to R.S.V.P. for meetings or events, go to Members.BIALouisville.com/events.

April 2018

May 2018

New Member Orientation – 9:00 a.m., BIA Membership & Retention Committee – 10:00 a.m., BIA

Membership & Retention Committee – 10:00 a.m., BIA

Day at Downs – 11:00 a.m., Churchill Downs

Emerging Professionals Lunch – 11:30 a.m., Martins BBQ

4 BIA Office Closed for The Kentucky Oaks

Land Development Committee – 10:00 a.m., BIA

Codes & Standards Committee Meeting – 11:00 a.m., BIA

SMC Executive Committee – 3:00 p.m., BIA

Commercial Council Meeting – 9:00am, BIA

Associates Committee – 11:30 a.m., Location TBD

SMC & County Council Legislative Update – 11:30 a.m., Republic Bank in Springhurst

Registered Builder Committee – 10:00 a.m., BIA Membership Appreciation Luncheon – 11:30 a.m., BIA Parking Lot

Executive Committee Meeting – 11:30 a.m., BIA

28 BIA Office Closed for Memorial Day

28-29 Tour of New Homes – Noon-6:00 p.m.

Executive Committee – 1:00 p.m., BIA Board of Directors – 3:00 p.m., BIA

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