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Table of Contents

Association News The BIA’s Leadership Looks Back on 2018 (and Gives a Hint of What’s to Come) Page 6

13 Some Thoughts from Pat Durham Upon His Retirement 14 Women in the Building Industry: Amanda Gast Has Perfected the Art of Juggling 17 2018 Workforce Development Recap 18 2018 General Membership Meeting Recap 20 BIA Golf Scramble Recap

Departments 5 Perspectives BIA Thanks Councilman Glen Stuckel and Councilwoman Angela Leet for Their Leadership in Louisville’s Metro Council Page 10

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24 Spike List 26 Welcome New Members 28 Milestone Members

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Hello and Happy Holidays to our BIA Friends and Family! It’s hard to believe it’s that time of year again—the hustle and bustle of another holiday season is upon us—and we find ourselves looking back at the past year wondering how in the world it got away from us so quickly! Here at the BIA, we love the December issue of Builder magazine because it gives us an opportunity to reflect on another year—of all we’ve accomplished and the generosity of our membership in giving so freely of their time and resources to our Association. With that in mind, it is our hope that you will truly enjoy reading the reflections of our Executive Committee leadership within these pages. As you are undoubtedly aware, Pat Durham has recently retired and we wish him well on this next journey in life (which many might call the “good life”!). His contributions to this organization span his membership of 20 years, his Presidency in 2015, and his servant leadership as our Executive Officer since 2016, and they are greatly appreciated. And as a sign of good things to come, we are beyond excited to announce and welcome our new Executive Officer, Juva Barber, to the BIA! Juva comes to us with a background in association management, most recently as the Executive Director of Kentuckians for Better Transportation, a multimodal transportation organization. She also has a long history within our industry, as she previously worked for the Home Builders Association of Kentucky for 12 years as the Government Affairs Director, during which time she monitored all issues that impacted the housing industry, drafted legislative proposals, amendments and the Association’s legislative policy, discussed housing issues with state legislators, monitored state regulations and developed public comments regarding their impact on our industry. It is clear that her work history and strong government affairs background will serve our Association well, and it is our hope that you will reach out to personally welcome her to the BIA. Please take a moment to introduce yourself and watch for her thoughts on the future of the BIA and the industry in the January issue of Builder! And so we leave you this month with the hopes that this holiday season will bring you and your loved ones joy, prosperity and perhaps that greatest gift of all, time with each other. We are grateful for all that you do for our Association, and we look forward to sharing the New Year with each of you! December 2018 • Louisville Builder Magazine

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t the end of every year, it seems as if the popular sentiment is, ‘how did it go so quickly?’, and this year was no exception. For the BIA, it was filled with challenges, successes and some surprises, as voiced by the Executive Committee, who share their assessments with us here. Don Wirtzberger regards advocacy, the basic function of acting as a “watchdog” on government regulations and legislation that could be detrimental to members, as a primary mission of the BIA. Agreeing with that sentiment is Joe Simms who says, “We have to constantly watch all the regulations that government agencies try to impose on the industry. The BIA does that very well, year to year, and certainly did so in 2018. Louisville is losing ground to Nashville and Indianapolis, cities that are experiencing better growth. If growth isn’t encouraged, it won’t happen. Through the BIA’s extensive advocacy efforts, growth is supported.” Confronting issues with government’s new regulations and keeping housing affordable is a continuing uphill battle, according to Scott Welch, who says the BIA has worked diligently to have an open dialogue with Metro Government, as well as legislators in Frankfort, resulting in officials being receptive to the association’s agenda. “A major goal is to get sewers extended in the South Floyds Fork corridor so that one of the last great areas in Jefferson County can be developed. There’s a lot of land sitting there that we can’t touch because there’s no sewer access. We have worked very hard with local officials to educate them on how this can be accomplished to benefit

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the community,” says Mark Simpson. While the BIA of Greater Louisville remains the second largest home builders association in the nation, increasing and maintaining membership is an ever-present challenge, as expressed by Kevin Passanisi who relays the BIA’s struggle to hit both new membership and retention goals. “We can’t stay stagnant. To be as effective as we are, numbers are important, not only to support the infrastructure we have on Hurstbourne Parkway, but to continue the position we have in advocacy. We have to have that large infrastructure. In order to do that, we have to have members,” says Bob Thieneman. Encouraging members to become involved in the association is an annual challenge, one that comes with a conundrum, as Karen McKechnie points out. “When the economy is up, members are working and may not have a lot of time to devote. When the economy is down, they often can’t afford to give the time necessary. I don’t think most members realize how important the BIA is for their success. What this organization does for every electrician, plumber and HVAC contractor is incredible. We need to make residential and commercial members understand what an impact the association has on their ability to work.” She stresses the need to encourage young members to become involved at all levels. “The Executive Committee is a volunteer job. We all have businesses to run. People may not realize the amount of time we spend doing BIA business. We have a great Executive Committee. Everyone on it is very professional

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and hardworking. You’d better be a very good steward of your time,” admits Wirtzberger. The Building Industry Charitable Foundation (BICF) is a source of pride for the Executive Committee. Among BICF’s recent activities are the Playhouses project, the Harbor House kitchen remodel, Hosea’s House and the ACE Project in West Louisville. Also, Wirtzberger says there is a task force created to help construct a Miracle League of Louisville facility at Fern Creek Park. Several Executive Board members called out Homearama as one of the BIA’s successes of 2018, even though an initial concern had been the reduced number of homes featured. “Although we have been blessed with a lot of great Homearamas, and it is one of the primary sources of revenue for the association, there are no guarantees that it will always exist. The market is smaller than it once was for developers to purchase land, subdivide it and sell those lots to home builders. We have to be aware of that and look to alternative revenue sources. Or, we may have to change the look and feel of Homearama,” says Thieneman. Wirtzberger addresses the ongoing issue of keeping the BIA shows pertinent and up-to-date as far as what the public wants in the age of the internet and online sales. Simpson, Welch and McKechnie report that the Tour of Remodeled Homes was also successful as judged by the participating remodelers who reported an excellent turnout of visitors. “One of our biggest challenges is the Home, Garden and Remodeling Show, which we are trying to keep relevant.

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The staff does a great job, but it could be that people aren’t going to these kinds of shows in the same numbers anymore. That’s a concern with changing times,” Simpson observes. Wirtzberger is equally honest about his view of the Home, Garden and Remodeling show, saying attendance was up slightly but revenues from booth sales and advertising were down. “Houzz and other websites provide

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ideas and pictures. People used to come to the show to get ideas about landscaping, interior decorating and products, but all of that is available online. They can sit down with a cup of coffee and have at it.” Thieneman is on the same wavelength, adding that the Executive Committee is evaluating ways to expand the show, and adds that it could be important to have a couple other revenue-producing events in case the show experiences a down year. Workforce Development has been a major focus during 2018, as the shortage of skilled workers increases and the number of young people entering the trades continues to decline. The BIA is aggressively working with Jefferson, Shelby and Bullitt County schools to create and execute innovative workforce development programs. Penny Love and Jeremy Esposito have been instrumental in designing a remarkably successful program in Oldham County at the Arvin Center. “Our Workforce Development Committee is helping but it is a huge mountain to climb. There are only so many kids who want to go into the trades. We’re all fighting over the same ones,” says Simpson. Change has come to the BIA in many forms, one of them being Tabletop Night. Kevin Passanisi thinks holding it as a social occasion at the Main Event let more than 200

The 2018 Executive Committee, led by President Mark Simpson, as they prepared to take the helm in December 2017.

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people meet and greet, network and have fun. Holding Associate Committee meetings offsite at a member’s business is another change he favors, as is altering the format of the holiday event. “It will be more of a party than the mostly awards banquet it has been before. This year there will be only about half an hour of business, with more emphasis on the social aspect.” Pat Durham’s retiring as Executive Officer presented its own challenges to the Executive Committee and to the future of the BIA. “He will be missed because he was a good leader and was always accessible,” says Simms. Wirtzberger agrees, commenting, “We’re extremely happy for him. He has done such a great job for us over the years.” Juva Barber’s appointment as Executive Officer is heralded as an exceptionally positive move. “I’m excited to have a woman in the position. I hope having her in the role will give other women the incentive to get involved in the construction industry,” says McKechnie. “Juva will be the first female EO for our association. My sister, Pat Seitz, was the first female president of the BIA. Karen McKechnie is on the ladder. It’s a whole new dynamic,” says Thieneman. Simpson voices his optimism about 2019: “I think Juva will be a shot of energy to the BIA, and the new president, Scott Welch, is going to be a strong leader.” Yes, 2018 went by very quickly, but with a new year comes new beginnings. For the BIA, the best may be yet to come.

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BIA Thanks Councilman Glen Stuckel and Councilwoman Angela Leet for Their Leadership in Louisville’s Metro Council Following the recent election in November, several new elected officials will be sworn into office in Louisville’s Metro Council in 2019. Two of our own BIA Members, Councilman Glen Stuckel and Councilwoman Angela Leet, will be wrapping up their respective terms of service on Louisville’s Metro Council. Councilman Glen Stuckel has been a champion for the construction industry since he was first elected to Metro Council in 2002 to represent District 17. As a Registered Builder, Councilman Stuckel has first-hand knowledge of the challenges our industry faces on a daily basis. Known for his leadership across the Commonwealth, Councilman Stuckel has served as President of both the BIA and the Home Builders Association of Kentucky (HBAK). He has also been voted Home Builder of the Year and Remodeler of the Year for both the BIA and HBAK.

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Committee of Metro Council, Councilman Stuckel has ensured that our industry’s voice was well-represented. Through his leadership, several ordinances have been passed that make it easier for our members to do business in our city. Elected in 2014, Councilwoman Angela Leet has represented District 7 on Louisville’s Metro Council. As an environmental engineer and small business owner of a construction management company, Councilwoman Leet’s experience gave our industry another strong voice on the Council. Additionally, her important work to update and strengthen Louisville’s floodplain ordinance has improved the lives and safety of our citizens. On behalf of the entire BIA membership, we would like to thank Councilman Stuckel and Councilwoman Leet for their outstanding leadership on the Council and for ensuring that the voice of the building industry was heard.

Outgoing Members of Louisville’s Metro Council Mary Woolridge – District 3 Cheri Bryant Hamilton – District 5 Angela Leet – District 7 Vicki Aubrey Welch – District 13 Marianne Butler – District 15 Glen Stuckel – District 17 Julie Denton – District 19 Vitalis Lanshima – District 21 Thank you to all our Metro Council representatives for their commitment to public service! We appreciate you!

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Some Thoughts from Pat Durham Upon His Retirement By Nancy Miller Pat and Laurel Durham

Retiring BIA Executive Officer Pat Durham leaves behind a legacy of optimism and characteristic candor. “When I took over in June of 2016, I viewed the organization as the voice of the building industry, and I still see it that way. In fact, it’s probably stronger now than it has been in years past because so many of our members are very involved,” he says. At the beginning of his tenure, he focused on events and meetings that would help members come out of the economic downtown and take advantage of changing conditions. A second priority was to advocate for BIA small businesses with local, state and national leaders. “Further, I wanted to particularly pay attention to listening to our members and asking them what they hoped the association would do for them, what needed to change and what should be done to ensure their voices were heard,” he continues. His being named EO while President of the Board of Directors was unusual and brought many positive aspects to the organization. Some of those included that he was very familiar with the issues faced by the organization, as well as the depth and breadth of the services, events and education the BIA provides to both the membership and consumers. One accomplishment achieved during his time as EO related to an ordinance on Kentucky’s regulations that PVC pipe could not be used for venting and waste disposal and that cast-iron pipes, an outdated material that deteriorates, must be used instead in any building over 45 feet tall. “When Governor Bevin was a candidate, we talked to him about the issue and he promised that, if he became Governor, he would work with us to change the regulation. We held him to his word and he did. That was something that took a lot of members’ efforts, as well as other associations, although BIA was the primary driving force. I was proud of that. We didn’t take our eye off the ball. Getting that done was a big deal.” Another point of pride to him is that BIA of Greater Louisville is the second largest in the country. When membership drops or doesn’t continue to grow, there’s a natural concern about

maintaining that status. Membership growth is a nationwide issue and isn’t confined to Louisville. As he reviews his time with BIA, workforce development comes to the forefront. He recalls a meeting he and other BIA representatives had several years ago with Donna Hargen, who was then the Superintendent of Jefferson County Public Schools. They discussed with her how high schools were too focused on sending graduates to college. The BIA group explained to her that entry level people in the building industry can make $50,000 to $70,000 a year, depending on the trade, and the group emphasized the importance of teaching trades in high school. That meeting spurred the creation of the BIA’s workforce development efforts, allowing our membership to devote their time and resources to developing our next generation of workers. Later, the Academies of Louisville programs were created within JCPS, enabling a freshman to declare a career focus of a trade. “Shelby County and Bullitt County have ATCs. And this year, Oldham County has instituted a trade school program at the Arvin Center. With ongoing focus and commitment, we can be involved with JCPS’s program and be more involved with the programs in the surrounding counties,” he says. Durham counts the staff at the BIA as one of his greatest accomplishments. “We have a great team that continues to be diligent and focused in serving our membership,” he says. “I’m proud of the work they’re doing.” Durham contemplates his retirement, saying, “I have nothing on my plate and don’t intend to have anything on my plate unless I want to do it. I have a lot of interests---reading, exercising, playing golf. I also like art. I’m sure I will find some volunteerism that will be important to me. Most of all, I want to recalibrate and figure out how the world of retirement looks.” It is our hope that retirement will allow Pat and his family to relax and spend time together, and we thank him for his service to our Association and industry! December 2018 • Louisville Builder Magazine 13

WOMEN of the Building Industry

This month Louisville Builder continues our series featuring influential women in our industry.

Amanda Gast Has Perfected the Art of Juggling By Nancy Miller In the five-and-a-half years Amanda Gast has worked at Fireplace Distributors, she has learned that meeting deadlines is her greatest challenge. She tackles them backed up by valuable experience and a calm-under-pressure-demeanor. It also helps that she enjoys her job even though she often feels like she’s a juggler. “I’m usually trying to please the people in new construction along with handling service work and the retail business.” Her role as operations manager encompasses scheduling install crews as well as dealing with retail and warranty work. “It’s all a process. For example, with new construction, we put in the fireplace while the plumber, heating guy and electrician are in the house. It can get hectic,” she says. Are there any advantages to being a woman in the fireplace business? I feel women may be more sympathetic with last minute changes a client makes. I go out of my way to please everyone. I don’t know if a gentleman would do the same thing. What did you want to be when you were growing up? As a young child I thought it would be great to be a flight attendant. After high school I realized I didn’t meet their criteria. What words best describe you? Hard worker, loyal and reliable. Tell us about your greatest personal accomplishment. I worked my way up the ladder, starting as a receptionist at a Paul Semonin office straight out of high school. After that, I worked for builders and developers and then got into sales within our industry and landed at Fireplace Distributors. What would some people be surprised to know about you? That I’m a huge dog lover. I’d rescue all of them if my husband would let me. My two boxers, Lexi and Lou, are my babies. They’re totally spoiled. I make them special dinner. No canned food for them. If you didn’t live in Louisville, where would you like to live? On a farm either in California or Florida. If I had a lot of land I could rescue all the dogs. Your job can be stressful at times. How do you handle that? Shopping is my first stress reliever! I also like to exercise and walk 14 Digital Version Available at BIALouisville.com

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2018 Workforce Development Recap

Since the inception of the BIA Workforce Development Committee in 2015, our workforce development efforts have thrived, and we have seen great results from our actions, including new full-time employees that have been hired by several BIA members! Earlier this year, the BIA hired a full-time Director of Workforce Development, Alex Martindale, to oversee and expand our workforce development program. Additionally, our Committee is working hard to educate students, parents, schools, and community partners about the many career opportunities within the residential, commercial, and industrial building industries. We work hand-in-hand with the following educational institutions and community organizations: • Jefferson County Public Schools Academies programs at Fairdale, Iroquois, Moore, PRP, Valley, Waggener, and Western High Schools • Shelby County High School • Oldham County High Schools/Arvin Education Center • Bullitt County Schools and ATC • Spencer County High School • Jefferson Community & Technical College • YouthBuild Louisville • Whitney Young Job Corps • Junior Achievement • KentuckianaWorks • KentuckianaBuilds • Kentucky Careers in Construction Days (K4C) Each of these community partners has at least three members of the BIA’s Workforce Development Committee (WDC) participating and serving the future of our industry.

Our Committee members are provided opportunities to hire, mentor, and speak with students ranging from elementary to adults changing careers. They participate in mock job interviews, host students and teachers at job sites, host students for a job shadow or internship, and serve as guest speakers at local schools and organizations. In 2018, there were more than 46 WDC members that spoke and worked with more than 400 students in the Greater Louisville area and 3200 state-wide. Members like Louisville Paving and Construction, Louisville Handyman and Remodeling and Calhoun Construction have hired from programs they have participated in through the BIA. “The idea of this committee has moved so much further in 2018 than we could have imagined. It went from a means to help our members find labor to a holistic program interested in engaging all ages in the trades and their perception of what a good or cool job should be. We have established some very significant education partnerships, gotten a ton of buy in from the trade companies, and even started a new high school program!” stated Workforce Development Committee Chairman Jeremy Esposito, Esposito Construction. Thank you to all our members for their time and participation!

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The 2019 Board of Directors were announced to a packed house of BIA members.

2018 General Membership Meeting On Monday, November 5th, the Building Industry Association of Greater Louisville hosted our annual General Membership Meeting at Norton Commons. Thank you to Norton Commons for allowing us to use the Osborn Building. All members were invited to attend this event. We had over 200 attendees present to help celebrate our accomplishments throughout the year, introduce our incoming board members and recognize one another for our ongoing efforts to help the BIA remain a vibrant, productive and nationally recognized Association. Members also got to experience a “Taste of Norton Commons”. Several restaurants in the area provided their most popular appetizers to taste. Special Thanks to the following: Citizen 7, The 502 Bar & Bistro, FIX Coffeehouse & Bakery, Johnny Brusco’s New York Style Pizza, Mercato Italiano Trattoria

& Market and The Tea Station Asian Bistro. As part of the event, the BIA gave away numerous prizes to various members. We recognized the tremendous recruitment efforts of our members including our Top Associate Member and Top Builder Member. In an effort to help our newest members become acquainted with the BIA and to help them grow their business, we gave away a series of prizes that were designed to help new members promote their business and network with other members. Additionally, in support of Spike Appreciation month at NAHB, the BIA treated our Life Spike Members (25+ Spike Credits) to a miniature bottle of Woodford Reserve. Thank you for all that you do!

This event wouldn’t have been possible with the help from our wonderful sponsors. Thank you for all your support! Hors D’ouevres Sponsors: Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, Koch Air, LLC and United Bank/WesBanco Cocktail Sponsor: PC Home Center Bottoms Up Sponsor: Carpet Specialists SPIKE Award Sponsor: L & N Federal Credit Union $500 Cash Giveaway: River City Bank 18 Digital Version Available at BIALouisville.com

Table Sponsors: All-In-One Security & Home Entertainment, Automated Living, Kentuckiana Home Entertainment, K-I Lumber & Building Materials, Knapheide Truck Equipment Center, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance & Wealth Management, Mattingly Ford Title Services, Pella Windows and Doors, Sam Kinnaird’s Flooring and Granite, Signarama Louisville East and The Door Store and Windows.

Prize Winners GRAND PRIZE: ($3000 Value) A Destination Vacation with Roundtrip Airfare on Southwest Airlines Jerry Ostertag (Closet Factory)

Kevin Passanisi, PC Home Stores, was excited to win the $500 River City Bank Giveaway, presented by David Hobbs.

$500 River City Bank Giveaway Kevin Passanisi (PC Home Stores) 2018 Top Associate ($500 Cash) 11 New Members Recruited John Thomas (K-I West Roofing & Siding Division) 2018 Top Builder ($500 Cash) 10 New members Recruited John Miranda (Pinnacle Properties of Louisville, LLC)

Teresa Morgan (Semonin Realtors) and son Brad Morgan (Morgan Homes) are looking forward to being a mother-son team on the 2019 Board of Directors.

2018 New Member Prizes Free 5-Player Team to the BIA Bowl-A-Thon ($150 Value) Richard Miles (Fischer Homes Louisville LTD) Two free tickets to 2019 Homearama Preview Party at Dove Point Estates ($160 Value) Phillip Walser (Home Electric Maintenance Professionals) Free Âź Page Ad in The Louisville Builder ($530 Value) Ben Rouholiman (All State, BR Financial Group)

The Logan Lavelle Hunt team, led by J.P. DeLaney, shared information and giveaways at their booth for all attendees. December 2018 â&#x20AC;˘ Louisville Builder Magazine 19

Third times a Charm. The 2018 BIA Annual Golf Scramble was held on October 29, 2018 at the University of Louisville Golf Club. With 26 teams participating, a day filled with abundant sunshine, and some new contests, the event was a great success! Since the response was so great with the “Flight System” we decided to repeat that this year. The final scores on a ‘flight system’ allowed for two 1st place teams and two 2nd place teams. MORE WINNERS!! The pro shop separated the field by total scores into two flights (a top half and a bottom half) to determine the winners. Just when some teams thought they did not stand a chance to win a prize, some were sur-PRIZED!! Flight 1: 1st Place Team: Revolution Home Builders Inc. Ben Chambers, Revolution Home Builders Inc. Paul Chambers, Bluegrass Realty and Investments Chris C ummins, 84 Lumber Bob Lysack, Anderson Windows

2nd Place Team: Whayne Supply/The Cat Rental Chris Kern, Whayne Supply/The Cat Rental Shawn Jackson, Whayne Supply/The Cat Rental Kevin Gray, ADC Paving Brock Evans, EPIC Insurance

Flight 2: 1st Place Team: Pella Windows and Doors Nick Dorsey, Pella Windows and Doors Scotty Waits, Pella Windows and Doors Jake Embry, Pella Windows and Doors Jeremy Bayse, Pella Windows and Doors Longest Drive Winner: #9 Tyler Hardison, Elite Homes #18 Rob Oliver Chipping Contest: #2 Bryan Snyder, Century Mortgage 20 Digital Version Available at BIALouisville.com

2nd Place Team: Olde Towne Chimney Fireplace Sales and Service Eric Morris, Olde Towne Chimney Fireplace Sales and Service Tony Taylor, Olde Towne Chimney Fireplace Sales and Service Steve Lewis, Infinity Homes & Development Mark Dunaway, Infinity Homes & Development Closest to the Pin Winner: #3 Chris Cummins, Revolution Home Builders LLC #8 Pat Avis, Allied Ready Mix #12 JP DeLaney, Logan Lavell Hunt #16 Chris Kern, Whayne Supply/The Cat Rental

On behalf of the Associates Committee we want to thank our event sponsors, the ULGC staff, the BIA staff and all those who attended. We look forward to next year’s scramble!

Thank you to all of our generous sponsors! We appreciate all of our sponsor’s generosity and hope that when you are looking for a building industry professional that you do business with a member. Presenting Sponsor:

Breakfast Sponsors: Irving Materials Inc. and River City Bank Lunch Sponsors: Smyrna Ready Mix and PPG Porter Paints Bloody Mary & Mimosa Bar: Central Bank Fine form was on full display as all of our pre-PGA members hit the links on a brisk but sunny day.

Eagle Sponsor: Logan Lavelle Hunt Putting Green Sponsor: PC Home Stores Official Koozie Sponsor: Liberty Windows Beverage Station Sponsors: Deming Malone Livesay & Ostroff CPAs, Signature Countertops and Trane Inc. Snack Cart Sponsor: BobCat Enterprises and Corrigan Electric Longest Drive Sponsor: Old National Bank and River City Bank Closest to the Pin Sponsors: Brecher’s Lighting, Bob Hook Chevrolet, Builders First Source, and Knapheide Truck Equipment Center 2018 Hole Sponsors

Bryan Snyder, Century Mortgage, won the chipping contest after having a great round of golf during the day.

Scott Welch, Welch Builders, puts for the win!

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Logan Lavelle Hunt Carpet Specialists Terminex International Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery Draped In Style Fischer Sips Graber Insealators of Louisville Lee Building Products First Financial Bank 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty Louisville Tile Pella Windows and Doors K-I Lumber and Building Materials Sam Kinnaird’s Flooring and Granite Fireplace Distributors Knapheide Truck Equipment Center Mooser & Associates Quality One Steel Design Inc. December 2018 • Louisville Builder Magazine 21

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All-Time Big Spike 1500d John Miranda, Pinnacle Properties of Louisville ..................... 3140 Grand Spike 1000d Robert L. Eberenz Jr., Robert L. Eberenz Jr., Builder LLC........... 1435 Ellery Esposito, Esposito Construction, Inc............................... 1316 Stanley G. Logan Jr., Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance................. 1274 Richard S. Buttorff, The Buttorff Company .............................. 1094 Joe Pusateri, Elite Homes, Inc.................................................. 1055 Statesman 500d Robert Welch, Welch Builders, Inc............................................. 902 Keith Eberenz, Keith Eberenz, Builder....................................... 859 James R. Skaggs, Omikron Construction Co. -Honorary............. 838 Robert H. Marrett, CMB Development Co. ................................. 825 Robert A. Peterson Jr., Robert A. Peterson, JR., Co. Inc............... 817 Dale Hellmann, Prudential Heating and Air............................... 784 Michael L. Montgomery, MONTCO Builders, Inc. - Honorary...... 769 Bill Reisert Sr., Reisert Insurance Agency .................................. 725 Glen E. Stuckel, Glen E. Stuckel Builder, Inc............................... 600 A. Thomas Sturgeon, Sturgeon & Associates Inc. ...................... 526 Jeremy Esposito, Esposito Construction..................................... 503 Tom Raver, Fireplace Distributors.............................................. 500 400d Bob Thieneman Jr., RJ Thieneman ............................................ 496 Fred R. Dallenbach, Dallenbach Builders, Inc............................. 482 Stan Humphrey, Stan Humphrey Construction.......................... 461 Rusty Wessel, Wessel Insurance Agency, Inc.............................. 450 Richard Eberenz, Richard Eberenz, Builder - Honorary.............. 446 Richard Miles, Fischer Homes Louisville LTD.............................. 438 Super Spike 250d Carl Baker, Sterling Development Corp. .................................... 376 Richard Bean, B B & T, Retired................................................... 367 Michael “Rocky” Pusateri, Elite Homes....................................... 346 Billy Doelker, Key Homes LLC..................................................... 345 William (Bill) Wilkinson, Wilkinson Builders, Inc....................... 335 Jesse Francis, Francis & Company.............................................. 308 Don Petty, Petty Company Inc. - Honorary................................ 303 Pat Thieneman-Seitz, Thieneman-Seitz Builder ....................... 296 Kevin Passanisi, PC Home Center............................................... 282 Clifford Thieneman, Clifford Thieneman Co. Inc. ....................... 282 Teresa Morgan, Semonin Realtors............................................. 273 Leo Thieneman Sr., Leo Thieneman & Sons, LLC......................... 263 John Thomas, K-I West Roofing & Siding Division...................... 263 Steve Church, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance............................. 256 J. Robert Westerman, J. Robert Westerman Builder - Honorary.253 Pat Durham, Pat Durham Bldr., Inc............................................ 252 Trent Hunt, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance................................. 252 Trophy - 200d Scott Jagoe, Jagoe Homes......................................................... 241 Roger Plamp, Plamp-Keen Agency, Inc..................................... 235 Greg Esposito, Greg Esposito Contractor. ................................... 227 Roger Bright, ADC - Honorary ................................................... 221 David Lurding, Lurding Homes.................................................. 219 Roger Harbison, Cornell Harbison Excavating............................ 203 Lafe McGary, The Remodeling Co., LLC...................................... 203 Dave Smith, Blacksmith Homes ................................................ 200 Royal Spike - 150d Steve Deneen, Steve Deneen Builder ........................................ 197 Don Karem, Karem Built Homes, Inc.......................................... 179 Jack Band, Jack Band Builder, Inc.............................................. 170 Scott Yates, Paragon Homes ..................................................... 165 John F. Pohlman, John F. Pohlman Builder, Inc. - Honorary....... 164 Robert L. Eberenz Sr., Robert L. Eberenz, Inc. - Honorary........... 162 24 Digital Version Available at BIALouisville.com

Mike Isaac, Isaac Contracting & Design ..................................... 155 John Barlow, Commonwealth Designs, Inc................................ 154 Sherrie Kruse, Wilson & Muir Bank & Trust Company................. 152 Red Spike - 100d Leo Thieneman Jr., Leo Thieneman & Sons, LLC......................... 143 Jerry Blacketer, The Blacketer Co............................................... 140 Perry D. Lyons, Perry D. Lyons Builder........................................ 136 JP Delaney, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance................................. 122 Jerry Ostertag, Closet Factory.................................................... 122 Sidney J. Anderson, S.J. Anderson Builder, Inc........................... 113 John Rueff, Brecher's Lighting .................................................. 112 Shawn Corrigan, Corrigan Electric............................................. 105 Terrance O’Rourke, O’Rourke & Associates ................................ 102 Robert D. Ford, R. Ford Construction Co., Inc. - Honorary........... 100 75d Robert Osborne, RPO Custom Homes & Remodeling................... 96 Joe Dumstorf, Dumstorf Investments.......................................... 95 Mike Jones, Signature Green Properties, LLC............................... 92 Michael O’Dea, Michael O'Dea Builder........................................ 90 Willard Bryant, Bryant Construction, LLC..................................... 89 J.D. Nichols, NTS Corporation ...................................................... 87 Ron Wolford, Ron Wolford Builder, Inc......................................... 87 Derek Smothers, Quality One Steel Design Inc............................. 86 Rocco Pigneri, Ball Homes........................................................... 77 Joe Simms, Re/Max Associates.................................................... 77 Carol Daugherty Epley, Daugherty Insurance Agency ................. 76 Jeff Thompson, Jeda Homes........................................................ 75 Green Spike - 50d Davis Boland, Boland Maloney Real Estate.................................. 74 Mark Aschbacher, Lincoln Insurance............................................ 70 David Ernst, Prestige Builders...................................................... 64 Chris Palmer, Envoy Mortgage .................................................... 63 Lisa Steinbock, Steinbock Interiors LLC........................................ 62 James Pope, Nicklies Development............................................. 59 Ken Thieneman, Ken Thieneman Builder..................................... 59 Penny Love, Design Innovations, Inc............................................ 58 Ron Colyer, Colyer Construction................................................... 56 Christopher J. Knopf, Pinnacle Properties of Louisville ................ 56 Frank Arnold, Prudential Heating & Air Conditioning ................. 55 Chris Osborne, Deville Homes...................................................... 55 Brandon Bailey, Bailey Remodeling & Construction, LLC............. 54 Deepa Kamat, Granite America................................................... 54 Phil Fackler, Fackler Homes......................................................... 53 Corey Hughes, Hughes Development, LLC................................... 53 Life Spike - 25d P.R. Lancaster, Lancaster Built Homes.......................................... 49 Paul Miele, K-I Lumber & Building Materials............................... 48 Scott Welch, Welch Builders, Inc.................................................. 46 Greg Schrenger, Schrenger Construction .................................... 45 Jason Black, Artisan Signature Homes......................................... 44 John Sizemore, 2-10 Home Warranty.......................................... 44 Mike Effinger, Effinger Construction............................................ 43 Mike Judah, Judah Real Estate ................................................... 43 Phillip Wayne Leigh, Phillip Leigh, Inc......................................... 43 Ben Tyler, Ben Tyler Building & Remodeling ............................... 43 Mike Sanders, Mike Sanders Builders, Inc.................................... 42 David Stemler, PC Home Stores................................................... 42 Ryan Miranda, Miranda Construction.......................................... 41 Dan Smith, Stonelake Homes ..................................................... 40 Clifford (Pete) Thieneman, Clifford Thieneman Co., LLC............... 40 Mike Hall, K-I Lumber & Building Materials ................................ 39 PJ Moore, L & N Federal Credit Union........................................... 39 Matthew Toole, Infinity Homes & Development.......................... 39 Larry Link, Bonnycastle Appliance & TV....................................... 37

David Bright, Bright Built Homes................................................ 35 Vince Kimbel, Kimbel Construction............................................. 34 Jack Marsh, Jack Marsh Builder Inc.............................................. 34 Lisa Lynn - Knight, Lisa Lynn Designs.......................................... 33 George Miller, Suburban Construction & Management, Inc......... 33 James French, J & L Construction, Inc.......................................... 32 Carolyn Miller, Sure Linc Services................................................ 32 Donald Wirtzberger, Sierra Design & Construction...................... 32 Renotta Henson, Victory Home Builder ...................................... 31 Todd Hemmer, Lee Brick & Block................................................. 29 Ben Peerce Swindler, Ben Peerce Swindler, Builder..................... 29 Ron Fonk, Woodfield Homes, Inc................................................. 28 Terry Hagerman, Terry R. Hagerman Builder, Inc......................... 28 Delbert Mulhall, Mulhall & Sons Aluminum & Remodeling Co.... 28 James Lindsey Raidt, Chenoweth Construction Co., Inc. .............. 28 Roger Hack, MRC Construction Co., Inc........................................ 27 Douglas Amlung, Amlung Construction Company....................... 26 Jason Orthober, Orthober Custom Homes................................... 26 Sharon Kilpatrick, RE/MAX Associates......................................... 25 Spike - 6d Dave Parks Jr., Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, Parks & Weisberg Realtors................................................. 24 Andrew Holden, Commonwealth Bank & Trust............................ 21 Dennis Montana, Lawn Care Co., Inc............................................ 21 Palmer Cole, Bently Construction................................................ 20 Joe Kroll, Joe Kroll Builder........................................................... 20 Amy Johnston, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, Parks & Weisberg Realtors................................................. 19 Bill Bardenwerper, Bardenwerper, Talbot & Roberts, PLLC.......... 16 Jarrod Vowels, Dominion Homes................................................. 16 Bob Duggins, Smyrna Ready Mix................................................. 15 Steve Purdy, Prudential Heating & Air......................................... 15 Donna Mudd, Sam Kinnaird's Flooring Outlet, Inc....................... 14 Chad K. Peyton, Peyton Contracting, LLC..................................... 14 David Tomes, Traditional Town, LLC............................................. 13 Greg Burrus, Burrus Architecture & Construction, LLC.................. 12 Aaron McAndrew, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance......................... 12 Scott Roitblat, North Central Insulation & Fireplaces .................. 12 Adam Gallagher, Architectural Builders....................................... 11 Larry Hobson, Louisville Paving & Construction Company........... 11 Becky Hughes, Deming, Malone, Liesay and Ostriff, PSC............. 11 Kevin Rich, Rich Design Studios................................................... 11 Stephen Strong, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance........................... 11 Mickey Corcoran, Mickey Corcoran Builder.................................. 10 David Richardson, David Richardson Builder............................... 10 Chad Turner, Carpet Specialists, Inc............................................. 10 John Blackburn, K-I Lumber & Building Materials......................... 9 John Hollenbach, Hollenbach Oakley, LLC..................................... 9 James A. Ward, Coronado Stone.................................................... 9 Amy Wagner, Reflections of You By Amy, LLC................................. 8 David Westfall, Homework Residential Renovations, Inc............... 8 David Bunch, Cimarron Construction Co., Inc................................. 7 Rodny Davidson, First Community Mortgage................................ 7 Ashley Haury, US Bank Home Mortgage ....................................... 7 Stephanie Horne, Horne Title & Escrow Services, LLC..................... 7 Tarrah Lutz, Closets by Design....................................................... 7 John Marshall, Elite Homes Inc...................................................... 7 Steve Sebastian, Sebastian Construction Inc. ............................... 7 Todd Stengel, Todd Stengel Construction ...................................... 7 David Weis, Meridian Construction LLC.......................................... 7 Mike Danzinger, SB Home Renovations......................................... 6 James Gregg, Gregg Custom Building & Dev Corp. ........................ 6 David Mindel, Mindel Scott & Associates Inc. ................................ 6 Brad Morgan, Morgan Homes, LLC ............................................... 6 Dennis Pollard, Pollard Builders, LLC ............................................. 6 John Waller, J.P. Waller Design Group............................................ 6

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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Membership Updates

Welcome New Members Associate Builder/Remodelers Approved – October 2018 Phil Cianciola CC Builders and Remodelers Sponsors: John Miranda and Chris Knopf Brent Jordan Evergreen Construction & Rem. Sponsors: John Miranda and Chris Knopf Alvin L. Lloyd Porterhouse Construction LLC Sponsors: Mark Simpson and Bob Marrett

Associates Approved – October 2018 Automated Mosquito Control, LLC Jeffrey Chism Type of Business: Pest Control Sponsor: JP Delaney Green Pasture Landscaping Paul Novin Type of Business: Landscape Design & Installation Sponsor: Jack Band

James D. Thurman, Jr. Thurman Real Estate & Dev. Sponsors: Dan Smith and David Guelda

Lee Supply Corporation Troy McCool Type of Business: Appliance Wholesaler, Plumbing and HVAC Sponsor: Joe Dumstorf

Michael Rickert Home Electrical Maintenance Professionals (HEMP) Sponsors: Jim Walser and Roger Hack

Local Choice Insurance Bill Schumann Type of Business: Insurance Sponsor: Billy Doelker

Philip Henry Walser Home Electrical Maintenance Professionals (HEMP) Sponsors: Jim Walser and Roger Hack

Mulloy Commercial Real Estate Tim Mulloy Type of Business: Commercial Real Estate Development and Brokerage Sponsor: Pat Durham

Registered Builders Approved – October 2018 Richard Green Richard Green Construction Sponsors: Bob Marrett and Scott Yates Michael Monsour Monsour Homes LLC Sponsors: Sid Anderson and Stan Humphrey

Registered Remodeler Approved – October 2018 Bryce Biery Bryce Biery Construction LLC Sponsors: Sam Graham and Jim Phillips 26 Digital Version Available at BIALouisville.com

Cissy Faulkner Longwood Antique Woods Sponsor: Jeremy Esposito Shautana Graves Sam Kinnaird’s Flooring Sponsor: Donna Mudd Vernon Hudson Architectural Builders Sponsor: Adam Gallagher Tannor Mills Architectural Builders Sponsor: Adam Gallagher Angie Torp PC Home Stores Sponsor: Kevin Passanisi

Don't forget the wise words of John Thomas! (Past BIA Membership Committee Chairman)

Novus Painting Robert Trego Type of Business: Painting Contractor Sponsor: Perry Lyons Shingle Savers Jay McCain Type of Business: Asphalt Shingle Rejuvenation Treatment Sponsor: Pat Durham

SMC/Affiliates Approved – October 2018 James Duvall Architectural Builders Sponsor: Adam Gallagher

"Membership recruiting is a year-round thing! Do your part... Recruit!" For more infomation, contact Katharine Shafferman at Katharine@BIALouisville.com.

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Milestone Members These members have reached a milestone mark in their Membership with their renewal in December.

70 Years As A Member

Closets by Design - Jeff Speedy

Prudential Heating & Air Conditioning - Frank Arnold Jr.

Renotta Henson - Registered Builder Lindsay Marie Irrigation, Inc. - Matt Miller

30 Years As A Member

Nature's Beautiful Magic - James Nelson

K-I West Roofing & Siding Division - John Thomas

Terry's Tree Service - Terry Mullins

25 Years As A Member

10 Years As A Member

Jim Conder - Registered Builder

Gallahue Properties, Ltd - Richard Gallahue

G. Browning Masonry, LLC - Glen Browning

T's Trees, LLC - Thomas Petrowski

David Henry - Registered Builder

Underwood Parrish & Assoc. Insurance Agency - Steve Parrish

Hobbs Electric - Charles Hobbs Dennis Jones - Registered Builder

5 Years As A Member

Michael O'Dea - Registered Builder & Remodeler

Eden Shale Nursery - Jason Idstein

Craig Perdue - Registered Builder & Remodeler

H. F. McClure Maintenance Service Inc. - Timothy McClure Living Spaces by Lyn - Lyn Mabry

20 Years As A Member

Stack Insurance Agency - Matt Stack

Mike Danzinger - Registered Builder Performance Concrete Construction, Inc - Kevin Hatzman

1 Years As A Member

Sherwin-Williams Company - Rachel McMahon

Dimension Drafting & Design - Gordon Hundley

Scott Yates - Registered Builder

Chadwell Comforts, LLC - Stephen Chadwell Energy Guard Spray Foam Insulation - Brett Robinson

15 Years As A Member

Home Supply Company - Kevin Oetken

Boone Gardiner Landscape - Matthew B. Gardiner

MPSL Group, LLC - Joe Scannell

Burgin Electric, LLC - David Burgin

Primary Residential Mortgage Inc. - Madeline Ledbetter

C & J Electric, Inc. - Charles Parrott

The Louver Shop - Franz Spalding

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HONOR ROLL As of December 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 Complete Transfer Corrigan Electric Co.

Cunningham Door & Windows Derby City Concrete Door Store and Windows Fireplace Distributors Graber Insealators of Louisville Joe Hayden Realtors K-I Lumber & Building Materials L&N Federal Credit Union L.E. Hobbs Construction Co. Inc Logan Lavelle Hunt 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 Lindsey Marquardt 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.

December 2018 4

New Member Orientation – 9:00 a.m., BIA

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

January 2019 2

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

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HBAK Winter Board Meeting – Bowling Green

Economic Outlook Conference – 7:30 a.m., Kentucky Derby Museum

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

SMC Awards Ceremony – 11:30 a.m., Big Spring Country Club

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

Holiday Party – Marriott Louisville East

Executive Committee – 12:00 p.m., BIA SMC Executive Board Orientation – 2:00 p.m., BIA Board of Directors – 3:00 p. m., BIA

Jingle & Mingle – 6:00 -9:00 p.m., The Manhattan Project

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BIA Office Closed for Christmas Holiday

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BIA Office Closed for New Year's Holiday

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