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THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE BUILDING INDSTURY ASSOCIATION OF GREATER LOUISVILLE
Association news 12 Staying On Top of the Legislative Issues that Affect BIA Members 18 Don Karem’s Last Board Meeting 18 Steve Poe wins prestigious March of Dimes award 20 Governor Matt Bevin’s Press Conference 23 Homes for Home Groundbreaking departments Perspectives Letter.............................5
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Get to Know Your 2017 Executive Committee January ushers in a change in command in BIA’s Executive Committee leadership. With a new year underway, the Association’s leadership is eager to come out of the gate running toward a productive and goal-oriented 2017. Meet the Executive Committee officers.
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Spike List.........................................26 New Members..................................28 Milestone Members.........................28 Honor Roll.......................................29 Members Pending............................29 Corporate Sponsors..........................29 Calendar of Events...........................30
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Mark Simpson Vice-President Scott Welch Treasurer
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Let me first start by saying Happy New Year to all of our membership and wish the best of the New Year to us all! For many, 2016 was a great year and are looking for 2017 to follow suit. For others, last year could have been much better, and will hope to make it more successful no matter what your definition of “successful” is. But as we all look into the depths of ’17, one of the most productive things anyone can do is forget. Forget your failures. Forget your fortunes. Forget the problems. Forget the advantages.
“But as we all look into the depths of ’17, one of the most productive things anyone can do is forget.” One of the most overused (if not most accurate) sports analogies in life is that of a successful quarterback’s memory. In short, they don’t have one. They forget about the play before and run the next one exactly as they were trained. No doubting from previous mistakes. No celebrating from prior first downs. They just play football as they had always been taught. Moving on to the next play with poise, confidence, and without the distraction of the past is truly what makes a successful and mentally tough leader.
“But we need to keep doing all of the things we have been trained to do consistently and not getting too high on successes or too low on failures.” That’s not to say you shouldn’t analyze the past. We all need to know where we are coming from before we can steer toward success. We
need to have the knowledge, background and training of the everyday to be successful moving forward. But experience and wisdom are very different than wallowing after losing to a competitor or feeling content with your current book of business. The sentiment is also true for our association. As we progress into the future both with new leadership in Pat Durham, many new staff people, and yours truly as incoming president, I am hoping we all will keep doing what we know how to do well and advance without looking back. Again, we definitely need to take advantage of the vast experiences of those in our group as they will help us with upcoming issues such as Louisville Metro’s Comprehensive Plan Update and the 2017 Kentucky legislative agenda. But we need to keep doing all of the things we have been trained to do consistently and not getting too high on successes or too low on failures. So as I move forward with you all this year I really hope to follow my own advice and help lead us all to a productive and fruitful time here. Most importantly I want to help us all remember that it’s where we are going that matters most, not where we’ve been. Sincerely,
Jeremy Esposito President Building Industry Association of Greater Louisville
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President
Jermey Esposito
About Jeremy... Jeremy Esposito grew up in the construction industry, as a son and grandson of two successful contractors. (His father, Ellery Esposito, served as president of the Association in 2005.) During summers in high school and college, he learned the ins and outs of the construction business. He earned a bachelor’s degree in communications with an emphasis in radio/television broadcasting from Spring Hill College and worked as a news editor
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and news photographer before finding his creative passion in the family construction business. Since 2001, he served in various roles with Esposito Construction, and in 2012 he and his brother, Aaron, began transitioning into the succession plan for the company. Jeremy and his wife of 10 years, Sondra, have three children, William, Katherine and Andrew. When he’s not estimating, selling or overseeing construction, he enjoys music, cooking, photography and spending time with family.
2017 Executive Committee Q: What’s top on your list for 2017 regarding your role on the Executive Committee? A: “I think the growth of workforce development and the integration of new and younger professionals into the building industry will be imperative in the near future. Even though housing starts surged nationwide to a nine-year high in October, we have far less trained labor than we had a decade ago. With so many people close to retirement and leaving our workforce in the past decade, along with the lack of interest by younger people to fill such roles, it’s no wonder the NAHB recently reported the average age within the industry is 58. Pretty soon, we are going to see a lot of need for skilled labor, and the lack thereof will cause a price increase in every aspect of housing production. It is as important now as ever to get younger people into this industry.”
“After watching my father give back as much as he did on a local, state and national level, it made me realize that I should have that same kind of appreciation for a business that put diapers on my bottom.” Jeremy’s creative background compels him to think outside the box when it comes to strategies and operations, a skill he will certainly put to good use as president. That’s a strength he believes will serve the Association well in 2017. His experience in other industries also carries over to his daily work philosophy. In addition to construction and communication, Jeremy has experience in the restaurant business, which he explained helped prepared him for the career he has today. “I started in the restaurant industry with a summer job when I was 15 and worked until my late twenties when I met my wife. You learn so many things, from the kitchen to the floor, such as the concept of “mise en place” in the kitchen to sales experience as a server or bartender. These are skills that are easily transferable to the construction industry and what I credit a lot of my success to,” he explained. What motivates Jeremy in his job and in serving the Association? Jeremy is a believer in giving “as much (if not more) than you receive.” He credits his parents for instilling a sense of appreciation for life. “After watching my father give back as much as he did on a local, state and national level, it made me realize that I should have that same kind of appreciation for a business that put diapers on my bottom, sent me to college and built the life and house I live in today.” january 2017 7
2017 Executive Committee
Vice-President
mark simpson
About Mark... Mark Simpson has been designing, building and remodeling homes for more than 20 years. He holds a degree in civil engineering from the University of Dayton and uses his experience in the field on a daily basis as the sole proprietor of Simpson Builders. He has been a member of the Association since 1997 and has been active on various committees and is currently chairing the Registered Builder and Education Committees. He has three children, Jennifer, Clay and Scott. When he’s not working on house plans, Mark enjoys hunting, fishing and snow skiing. Q: What’s a personal strength that you bring to the Executive Committee? A: “I’ve always run my business in a fair-minded way with the belief that the best deal is one where everyone wins. I think that’s true for us as an Association. The customers we serve need to win. The City of Louisville needs to win. I believe we need to make our development and building experience such that everyone feels like they’ve won. I guess I bring a broad perspective where I don’t look at things from just one side or the other and label it before all sides are considered.” Heading into 2017, Mark said that being involved in the formation of Louisville Metro’s Comprehensive Plan Update is top on his radar regarding his role as vice president. “The Association is actively involved in work groups that are making decisions about the next comprehensive plan. It’s important that we offer a perspective that’s focused on smart, pro-growth development and that we are actively involved, representing our industry.” Mark participates in the housing work group and encourages fellow members to join in the Association’s effort to have a strong representation within the next year as the comprehensive plan is formed. Mark stays motivated in his demanding job and his role on the Executive Committee because he said he’s simply doing something he enjoys. “I get a lot of satisfaction from working with people and delivering a product they’ll be happy with. I’m fortunate to be able to make a living off something I really like doing. The Association does great things for all its members. My feeling is that we need to step up and serve our industry. My hope is that I can bring value with the time I give.” Something You Might Not Know About Mark ... He is an avid swimmer. Last year, he competed in the Kentucky Senior Games and qualified to compete in the National Games to be held in Birmingham, Alabama this summer! Go Mark! 8 louisville builder • bialouisville.com
2017 Executive Committee
Treasurer
scott welch
About Scott .. Scott Welch started Welch Builders with his father, Bob Welch, in 1986. (Bob served as president of the BIA in 1997.) Prior to building, Scott served as a paratrooper in the United States Army for three years and attended Eastern Kentucky University in pursuit of a degree in business. Becoming a custom home builder and running a family business has taught Scott the importance of working with a team of people who are committed to a common goal. Along with Jill, his wife of 32 years, he has two children, Kristen and Brandon. Scott keeps active spending time with his three grandchildren and he loves to hunt and play softball. Q: What motivates you in your job and in serving on the Executive Committee? A: “There are so many great leaders in the BIA, and I look to them for inspiration. People like Perry Lyons and Bob Marrett are just a couple examples. It’s been a privilege to work alongside such highly respected people in our industry. I’ve also had the benefit of learning from my parents in our family business, and for that I am grateful. Both of them were very active in building a successful company and I’m proud to have worked with them to grow our business, and I look forward in continuing the family legacy by making them proud.” Scott emphasized the role the Association plays in advocacy and its current effort to work with the governor’s office on the Red Tape Reduction Initiative, while representing the local industry in helping keep housing costs down for the community. “Advocacy is a big part of what we do. We will continue to focus on the push to keep regulations down and communicate with agencies that are a vital part of our industry. We need to strive every day to cut through the red tape and keep the cost of housing down,” he said. Scott also referenced workforce development as a top item on his To Do List. “I think I offer a common sense attitude toward building and developing. Our company has grown through the years under a “total quality management” model. I’ve learned the value of gauging what we’re doing and tracking our successes and downfalls. Starting back to when I was in the military and carrying through to my experience in our family business, I believe the lessons I’ve learned along the way will be a benefit to the Association,” he said. What’s Scott’s New Year’s Resolution? In addition to spending time outdoors and enjoying time with his family, including three grandchildren, Scott said his resolution is to serve the Association in the best way possible. “So many of our members rely on our Board of Directors and Executive Committee. It’s a big responsibility and I plan to give it my best effort,” he said.
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2017 Executive Committee
Secretary
Don Wirtzberger
About Don ... Don Wirtzberger has more than 30 years of experience in the construction and remodeling industry. After graduating from Trinity High School, he attended electronics school and entered into the construction industry in 1985. He founded DEWCO, Inc., a construction company specializing in environmental remediation and the installation of underground fuel storage tanks and associated equipment. In 1998, he co-founded Merit Environmental Inc., which currently provides environmental site assets and consulting services. In 2011, he co-founded Sierra Design & Construction, Inc., and has since enjoyed providing residential remodeling services for a wide variety of clients. Don has been married to his wife, Kathy, for 40 years. They have three daughters, Beth, Pam and Jenny. (Two of Don’s sons-in-law are members of the BIA - J.P. Delaney and Aaron McAndrew.) He’s an avid University of Louisville fan and enjoys hunting, fishing and playing golf. Q: What do you plan to emphasize to fellow members through your role on the Executive Committee? A: “I want to place an emphasis on attracting new members and getting inactive members more involved. It’s vital that we continue to recruit new members to help strengthen our voice. As someone who joined the BIA 15 years ago, I come from an initial perspective of thinking I didn’t have enough time to get involved. For the first 10 years of my membership I simply just showed up at a few events each year. I know how it is. It’s only been within the last five years or so that I got really involved. What I realized is that if you’re not active, you don’t get much out of your membership. It’s important to get involved.” Don hails from a strong German heritage that has equipped him with a tireless work ethic and a bold outlook. His experience and leadership skills complement what most people describe as an easy-going personality. He humbly admitted to being a “pretty normal guy,” but credits his ability to get along with others as one of his main assets. What is Don Looking Forward to During His First Year on the Executive Committee? As Don climbs the first official step on the Executive Committee ladder, he said he’s looking forward to getting to know more members and staff as well as elected officials and “movers and shakers” in the community. “In my work, one of the biggest rewards is at the completion of the job and seeing what you’ve created and what your customers have allowed you to create. I look at the finished product and see the smiles on their faces. In my role on the Executive Committee, I hope to create something good, and when it’s all said and done I’ll come away having made new friends.” 10 louisville builder • bialouisville.com
2017 Executive Committee
Associate Vice-President
TOM RAVER
About Tom ... Tom Raver has been owner of Fireplace Distributors since 1991. His father, Jim Raver, started the business in 1973, and the company became a member of the BIA the following year. Tom graduated from Hanover College, where he majored in business and minored in computer science. He and his wife, Kellie, have been married for 22 years and have two daughters, Alex, a sophomore at the University of Louisville, and Caitlyn, a senior at Assumption High School. When Tom isn’t spending time with his family, he enjoys horse racing, playing basketball and bike riding. This is Tom’s fourth year as serving as associate vice president. He’s also serving on the Executive Committee on the state level with the HBAK. Q: What is on the Associates Committee Radar for 2017? A: “2016 was a big year for change for the Associates Committee. One of the main goals we achieved was establishing a ladder of succession that allows an additional associate to sit in on Executive Committee meetings. It’s similar to what the builders have in that the assistant associate vice president won’t have voting rights, but he’ll be able to observe and voice an opinion, so the following year he’ll know what to expect. We put the ball in motion a couple of years ago and 2017 will be the first year we’re implementing it. My main goal will be to help with that process, oversee it and ensure a smooth transition in the years to come. We hope to identify new leaders as we go.” Tom noted that the always popular Table Top event has been moved from its traditional spot on the February calendar to October. “We’re hosting it in the airplane hangar at Bowman Field, and it’s going to be better than it ever has been,” he said. Another accomplishment that will be realized this year is the recognition of a local BEAM (Builders Engaged with Associate Members) Award winner. “Previously, you had to be involved in all the local, state and national associations. For our organization that leaves a lot of guys out, so we’re going to be able to recognize someone on the local level now,” he explained. Anyone who knows Tom recognizes that he likes to have fun, but he admits to being a very serious person deep down. “I truly respect other people’s opinions, and I think I have the ability to communicate in a way that’s not boring with a willingness to speak my mind and make people feel at ease in numerous situations. And, I love getting new people involved,” he shared. Did You Know That Tom was Once the “Voice of the Hanover Panthers?” When he was in college at Hanover, Tom served as the PA announcer for the football games. “It was a lot of fun. At the end of one season, we hosted an NCAA playoff game and there were some strict rules. For a playoff game, the announcer could in no way be biased. Well, there was a guy named Tommy Thomas who played on our team, and I loved saying his name over the speaker. During that game, he ran for a 50-yard touchdown, and I got so excited that I announced he scored before he even scored. I guess I got a little carried away,” Tom recalled. january 2017 11
Staying On Top of the Legislative Issues that Affect BIA Members Join the Effort February 15 By Stacy Smith Rogers
30-Day Legislative Session Kicks Off Jan. 3 The Kentucky General Assembly kicks off its 30-day legislative session January 3, 2017, and the BIA staff and members are staying on top of the issues that affect the regional building industry. It will be an interesting year as newly elected officials take office, and the BIA is keeping a close eye on legislative developments as this year’s condensed 30-day session gets underway. As is custom for the Kentucky legislature, it convenes for 30 days in odd-numbered years and 60 days for even-numbered years when the budget is included. The Kentucky Constitution mandates that a regular session be completed no later than March 30 in odd-numbered years. The bulk of the session takes place in February and March in 2017. What Does the Changing Political Landscape Mean for BIA Members? For the first time in nearly a century, there will be more Republicans than Democrats in the Kentucky House of Representatives. Claiming 64 seats after the November 8 elections, Republicans now take control of the House, something they haven’t done since 1921. With Republican majorities now in both the state House and Senate and a Republican governor at the helm, the political landscape in the Bluegrass has changed. Kentucky now joins the rest of the southern states whose legislative chambers are controlled by the Republican party. With the upset of Democrat Hillary Clinton by Republican businessman Donald Trump in the presidential race and other 12 louisville builder • bialouisville.com
states electing conservative majorities of their own, red is certainly trending across the political map of the United States. Kentucky will be among the states to watch as the public evaluates how the outcome of the 2016 elections will affect policy changes. The BIA’s Governmental Affairs Committee will continue monitoring the issues that affect members on the local, state and national levels. BIA Director of Public Affairs and Public Policy Annie Fultz Dutton anticipates this new political climate will open the doors to legislative issues that fall in line with some of the Association’s top priorities. “We’re likely to see action on some of our priorities that have never seen the light of day,” she said, citing key issues such as tax reform, right-to-work legislation, and legal reform ranking top on the list.
“I think there are many things I would hope to see, not just as a member of the BIA, but as a citizen of Kentucky. - Jeremy Espositio
BIA President Jeremy Esposito, Esposito Construction, elaborated on the issues he’ll be looking out for as the legislative session gets underway. “I think there are many things I would hope to see, not just as a member of the BIA, but as a citizen of Kentucky. The possibility of a local option sales tax and the potential of tax reform to include some sort of consumption tax
is exciting. Additionally, I am hoping Kentucky can join the rest of the Southeast and Indiana as a right-to-work state and encourage more large companies to make our awesome state their home too.” Join the BIA on Feb. 15 at the Capitol BIA members are heading to Frankfort, Kentucky on February 15 for the HBAK’s Housing and Building Industry Day at the Capitol. The annual outing will give members the opportunity to visit state legislators from the region to discuss key policy issues impacting the building industry. Meetings will be arranged to partner legislators with BIA representatives who live or do business in their districts. Governmental Affairs Committee Chair John Miranda, Pinnacle Properties, explained the value this trip brings for members. “One of the most important trips we make as an association is to Frankfort for the HBAK’s Day at the Capitol. Last year, the governor met with us before our Capitol visits. It’s a time to interact with our state elected officials and committee chairs, and it’s a great opportunity to see our state government at work and history in the making.” Members interested in attending are asked to contact Annie Fultz Dutton at annie@bialouisville.com or 429-6000, ext. 111.
Key Issues for the 2017 Legislative Session The BIA is advocating for commonsense, job-creating policies that focus on economic growth. Some of the issues the Association will be supporting are:
• Right-to-Work • Comprehensive Tax Reform • Legal Reform • Supersedeas Bond Legislation • Workforce Development Initiatives
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2016 Annual BIA Holiday Party
December 9th, 2016 | Hyatt Regency Hotel
Incoming BIA President Jeremy Esposito and wife Sondra
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(Ret.) Executive Vice President Chuck Kavanaugh and wife Christy
Wendy and Brad Hicks, Bradley Homes
2016 Holiday Party
2017 BIA Board of Directors presented to the membership
Judy and Stan Logan, Logan Lavelle Hunt
Mike and Lauren Scott, Carpet Specialists, Laurel and Pat Durham, BIA Executive Vice President
Sandy and Mike Isaac, Isaac Contracting & Design
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2016 Holiday Party
The much-anticipated announcement of the 2016 awards added excitement to the festive atmosphere of the event and recognized some well-known names in the BIA community.
And the winners were ....
Don Wirtzberger
Remodeler of the Year Award, BIA’s highest honor for remodelers.
PJ Moore and Teresa Morgan
Ron Thomas
Charles J. Kavanaugh Associate of the Year Award, BIA’s highest honor for associate members.
John J. Miranda Award for Excellence in Membership Development, to recognize excellence in membership development.
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2016 Holiday Party
Bob Welch
John W. Robinson Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizes an individual who has made significant contributions to the home building industry throughout the years.
George Miller
Elmus S. Ussery Builder of the Year Award, the highest honor the Association can bestow upon a builder and symbolizes the recognition of one of the industry’s most revered members, General Elmus S. Ussery, who passed away in 2006. january 2017 17
Don Karem’s Last Board Meeting
Building Industry Association Office
The BIA staff would like to thank Don Karem for his unwavering commitment and dedication over the past year while serving as president. Don led the Association and staff through the Executive Vice President transition with thoughtful consideration, tact, and of course humor.
Steve Poe wins prestigious March of Dimes award
The BIA congratulates Steve Poe of Poe Companies LLC for winning the 2016 REACH award. Each year, March of Dimes presents the Commercial Real Estate Achievement Award (REACH) honoring an outstanding individual in the commercial real estate industry who has made significant achievements both professionally and philanthropically. Several BIA members are past recipients of the award and we are proud to have another member among those recognized for their professional and philanthropic achievements. Way to go Steve!
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Governor Matt Bevin’s Press Conference November 29, 2016 | Building Industry Association Office
The BIA hosted Governor Matt Bevin for a press conference on November 29, 2016, to highlight his efforts to reduce regulatory burdens facing the building industry through the Red Tape Reduction Initiative. This exciting event was attended by Public Protection Cabinet Secretary David Dickerson, Commissioner Steve Milby, numerous BIA members, and various news outlets.
It was a full house in the BIA board room as members gathered to hear the Governor’s comments.
Public Protection Cabinet Secretary David Dickerson addresses the audience. 20 louisville builder • bialouisville.com
BIA Executive VP Pat Durham thanks Governor Bevin and his Administration for their leadership on the Red Tape Reduction Initiative.
Governor Bevin and BIA Executive VP Pat Durham discuss the importance of the repeal of the outdated cast iron pipe regulation.
The press conference received media coverage from 5 TV stations, several newspapers and multiple online outlets.
Governor Bevin outlines his Administration’s efforts to reduce regulatory burdens on small business owners. january 2017 21
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Homes for Hope Groundbreaking December 6, 2016 | Artisan Park in La Grange
Key Homes and Homes for Hope celebrated a groundbreaking on December 6 in Artisan Park in La Grange. Homes for Hope is a charitable organization that works with builders and their trade partners and stakeholders to build a benefit home largely on a pro bono basis. The revenue generated from the sale of the home will be donated to help eradicate poverty in a developing country. The BIA is excited to follow the progress of the Key Homes benefit home. Thank you Key Homes for using your time and talents to change the world we live in and continue to shed a positive light on our industry!
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Building Connections
Don Karem Karem Built Homes Immediate Past President
Sid Anderson BIA Past President
Jeremy Esposito Esposito Construction BIA President
A Look at the Past, Present and Future Each president of the Building Industry Association of Greater Louisville brings his own perspective and vision to the position, and puts a unique stamp of accomplishment on his tenure. Louisville Builder talked to Sid Anderson, President in 1982, Immediate Past President Don Karem and Jeremy Esposito, current President. The conversations were enlightening.
membership. The education of the members has been greatly enhanced since I was president. Having leaders in the skilled trades teach classes is extremely beneficial. Another change is the emphasis being placed on recruiting associate members.
“The education of the members has been greatly enhanced since I was president. Having leaders in the skilled trades teach classes Sid Anderson is extremely beneficial.” I was president under Executive Officer John Robinson, when our offices were on Arthur Street before we moved to Hurstbourne Parkway. Several members of the staff at that time are still serving the Association today, which I think is great and says so much about their abilities and the strength of the BIA. I view as my major accomplishment the creation of the retirement plan for John and his wife, Gloria. We have had some tremendous successes over the years, as can be seen by our place as second in the nation in terms of 24 louisville builder • bialouisville.com
- Sid Anderson
Expansion of our programs and plans is positive. An example of that is that we’re helping to educate young people to work in the industry as plumbers, electricians, bricklayers, framers and heat and air conditioning professionals. I don’t think everyone needs to go to college. They can make a good living if they learn a skill and work hard at it fine-tuning their craft.
Building Connections Don Karem The BIA works on so many fronts. I believe there were more than 7,000 regulations proposed last year that the NAHB fought. They were regulations that wouldn’t benefit the ultimate consumer but would raise prices and benefit manufacturers. Changing Executive Officers from Chuck Kavanaugh to Pat Durham was a bit unexpected when I got on the ladder and found out my major objective would be handling the transition. However, it was easier than I had thought because Pat was a long-time BIA member, builder and registered remodeler. Rather than going on a long search and dealing with an unknown, we got a known commodity – an industry veteran and an upstanding, honest guy.
“Increasing and improving the BIA’s social media presence will be a big part of getting the BIA in front of consumers.” - Don Karem
I would like to see the BIA become more tech savvy and to let people know what we do and to make it easier for the public to come to us for subcontractors, remodelers and builders. Increasing and improving the BIA’s social media presence will be a big part of getting the BIA in front of consumers.
In the past, the BIA has been primarily a male-dominated, older group. Now we have women builders, remodelers and subs who are very talented. And, I encourage young people to be more involved. Jeremy Esposito Before becoming president, a person gets on the ladder to build their way up and settle into the top position with four years of Executive Committee experience. One of the main questions from the Nominating Committee was why I would do this at such a young age, 39. Things in my life are going to get crazier and I didn’t want to wait 20 years to get back into the Association. I also think it’s good to have a younger perspective. We need a new contingent to be involved and continue what all our predecessors and wonderful industry champions did before us. During my time a president, I’d like to focus on workforce development. We have an aging population in the workforce, so it’s important to attract new people. If not, the cost of housing increases because there’ll be such a demand for labor. I see the BIA as a holistic building organization with the increase of commercial and industrial members. The plan isn’t to move away from homebuilding but to generate the business of building everything.
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All-Time Big Spike 1500d John Miranda, Pinnacle Properties of Louisville ...........2909 Grand Spike 1000d Robert L. Eberenz, Jr., Robert L. Eberenz Jr., Builder, LLC.......................1279 Ellery Esposito, Esposito Construction, Inc. .................1275 Stanley G. Logan, Jr., Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance, Inc. ......................1225 Richard S. Buttorff, The Buttorff Company ...................1078 Joe Pusateri, Elite Homes, Inc. ......................................1040 Statesman 500d Robert Welch, Welch Builders, Inc. .................................893 Keith Eberenz, Keith Eberenz, Builder ...........................847 James R. Skaggs, Omikron Construction Co. -Honorary.829 Robert A. Peterson, Jr., Robert A. Peterson, Jr., Co. Inc. .. 807 Michael L. Montgomery, MONTCO Builders, Inc. -Honorary.......................768 Robert H. Marrett, CMB Development Co. ...................754 Bill Reisert, Sr. , Reisert Insurance Agency ......................713 Dale Hellmann, Prudential Heating and Air...................708 Allen Schuler, ASB LLC..................................................655 Glen E. Stuckel, Glen E. Stuckel Builder, Inc. ................591 A. Thomas Sturgeon, Sturgeon & Associates Inc. ............510 400d Fred R. Dallenbach, Dallenbach Builders, Inc. ................476 Bob Thieneman Jr., Estate Homes....................................456 Richard Eberenz, Richard Eberenz, Builder -Honorary...446 Stan Humphrey, Stan Humphrey Construction...............446 Rusty Wessel, Wessel Insurance Agency, Inc. ..................444 Clete Reinhart, Reinhart Construction Co. .....................436 Tom Raver, Fireplace Distributors....................................430 Richard Miles, Dogwood Homes of Kentucky.................413 Jeremy Esposito, Esposito Construction...........................402 Super Spike 250d Carl Baker, Sterling Development Corp. .........................371 Richard Bean, B B & T, Retired.......................................367 Michael “Rocky” Pusateri, Elite Homes...........................320 William (Bill) Wilkinson, Wilkinson Builders, Inc..........319 Billy Doelker, Key Homes................................................305 Don Petty-Honorary........................................................303 Pat Thieneman-Seitz, Thieneman-Seitz Builder ..............293 Jesse Francis, Francis & Company....................................277 Clifford Thieneman, Clifford Thieneman Co. Inc. ...........276 Leo Thieneman, Sr., Leo Thieneman & Sons, LLC.........257 J. Robert Westerman, J. Robert Westerman Builder -Honorary..................253 Teresa Morgan, Semonin Realtors...................................250 Trophy - 200 Steve Church, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance.................248 Scott Jagoe, Jagoe Homes.................................................236 Roger Plamp, Plamp-Keen Agency, Inc. .........................233 Pat Durham, Pat Durham Bldr, Inc. ................................230 Greg Esposito, Greg Esposito Contractor. ......................224 Roger Bright, ADC-honorary..........................................220 David Lurding, Lurding Homes......................................202 Roger Harbison, Cornell Harbison Excavating................200 Lafe McGary, The Remodeling Company........................200 Royal Spike - 150 Steve Deneen, Builder......................................................195 Dave Smith, Blacksmith Homes .....................................195 Kevin Passanisi, PC Home Center...................................188 John Thomas, K-I West Roofing & Siding Division........173 John F. Pohlman, John F. Pohlman Builder, Inc. -Honorary.................167 Jack Band, Jack Band Builder, Inc. ...................................157
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Don Karem, Karem Built Homes, Inc..............................155 Robert L. Eberenz, Sr., Robert L. Eberenz, Inc. -Honorary..........................154 Scott Yates, Paragon Homes ............................................153 Charline Neal, Primerica Financial Services.....................152 Red Spike - 100d Sherrie Kruse, First Capital Bank.....................................148 John Barlow, Commonwealth Designs, Inc......................146 Mike Isaac, Isaac Contracting & Design .........................138 Jerry Blacketer, The Blacketer Co......................................136 Leo Thieneman, Jr., Leo Thieneman & Sons, LLC..........126 Perry D. Lyons, Perry D. Lyons Builder...........................123 Bruce Rademaker, Thoroughbred Associates, Inc. ...........116 John Rueff, Brecher Co.....................................................112 John Lannert, Lincoln Insurance Agency.........................112 Sidney J. Anderson, S.J. Anderson Builder, Inc. ...............109 Shawn Corrigan, Corrigan Electric..................................101 Robert D. Ford, R. Ford Construction Co., Inc. -Honorary....100 75d Terrance O’Rourke, O’Rourke & Associates .....................99 Robert Osborne, RPO Custom Homes & Remodeling.....94 Mike Jones, Signature Green Properties, LLC...................89 Joe Dumstorf, Trend Companies of Kentucky....................88 Ron Wolford, Ron Wolford Builder, Inc. ...........................87 Willard Bryant, Bryant Construction, LLC.......................86 J.D. Nichols, NTS Corporation .........................................85 Michael O’Dea, Michael O’Dea Builder............................83 Carol Daugherty Epley, Daugherty Insurance Agency ......76 Jeff Thompson, Jeda Homes................................................75 Green Spike - 50d Brendan Kavanaugh, Door Store & Windows...................74 Mark Aschbacher, Lincoln Insurance.................................70 Derek Smothers, Quality One Steel Design Inc................70 Ron Hartman, Ernst Concrete. .........................................68 Rocco Pigneri, Ball Homes.................................................68 Jerry Ostertag, Closet Factory............................................67 David Mikels, Graber’s Insealators.....................................65 Davis Boland, Boland Maloney Real Estate.......................64 David Ernst, Prestige Builders............................................59 James Pope, Nicklies Development....................................58 Ken Thieneman, Ken Thieneman Builder...........................58 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 Deepa Kamat, Granite America.........................................53 Louis Hagan, Central Bank of Jefferson County................53 Chris Osborne, Deville Homes..........................................52 JP Delaney, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance........................51 Phil Fackler, Fackler Homes...............................................51 David Monsour, Monsour Builders....................................50 Life Spike - 25d Penny Love, Design Innovations, Inc.................................49 P.R. Lancaster, Lancaster Built Homes..............................47 Dave French, LG&E..........................................................46 Paul Miele, K-I Lumber & Building Materials..................45 David Rateau, Rateau Construction ..................................45 Melanie Pearson, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance...............44 Greg Schrenger, Schrenger Construction ..........................44 Brandon Bailey, Bailey Remodeling...................................43 Mike Effinger, Effinger Construction.................................41 Phillip Wayne Leigh, Phillip Leigh, Inc.............................41 Mike Sanders, Mike Sanders Builders................................41 Jason Black, Artisan Signature Homes...............................40 Sandra Povey, BB&T..........................................................39 John Sizemore, 2-10 Home Warranty................................39
Mike Hall, K-I Lumber & Building Materials .................38 Mike Judah, Judah Real Estate ..........................................38 Lisa Steinbock, Steinbock Interiors LlC............................38 David Stemler, PC Home Stores........................................38 Ben Tyler, Ben Tyler Building & Remodeling ...................38 David Bright, Bright Built Homes.....................................34 Larry Link, Bonnycastle Appliance & TV.........................34 Joe Simms, Re/Max Associates..........................................35 Dan Smith, Stonelake Homes ...........................................34 Jack Marsh, Jack Marsh Builder Inc...................................33 Vince Kimbel, Kimbel Construction..................................32 Dan Anthony, Boral Brick Products...................................31 Renotta Henson, Victory Home Builder ...........................31 James French, J & L Construction.....................................30 Carolyn Miller, Sure Linc Services.....................................30 Clifford (Pete)Thieneman, Clifford Thieneman Co, LLC..30 Todd Hemmer, Lee Brick & Block...................................30 Ryan Miranda, Churchill McGee.......................................30 Lisa Lynn Knight- Lisa Lynn Designs...............................29 Ben Peerce Swindler, Ben Peerce Swindler, Builder ..........29 Corey Hughes, Hughes Development, LLC......................28 Kari Vogedes, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance....................28 Ron Fonk, Woodfield Homes.............................................27 Roger Hack, MRC Construction.......................................27 Terry Hagerman, Terry Hagerman Builder........................27 Delbert Mulhall, Delbert Mulhall & Sons, Inc. ................27 Douglas Amlung, Amlung Construction Company............26 Spike - 6d Jason Orthober, Orthober Custom Homes........................23 Matthew Toole, Infinity Homes & Development..............23 George Miller, Suburban Construction & Management....19 Dennis Montana, Lawn Care Co., Inc. ..............................19 Donald Wirtzberger, Sierra Design & Construction..........19 Joe Kroll, Joe Kroll Builder.................................................17 Palmer Cole, Bently Construction......................................16 Jarrod Vowels, Dominion Homes.......................................16 Bob Duggins, Kenutcky Concrete......................................14 Amy Johnston, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, Parks & Weisberg Realtors...............................................................14 Chad Peyton, Peyton Contracting, LLC............................14 Steve Purdy, Prudential Heating & Air..............................14 Scott Church, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance....................13 Bill Bardenwerper, Bardenwerper, Talbot & Roberts, PLLC....................12 Howard Ferriell, H. D. Ferriell, Inc....................................12 Dave Parks Jr., Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, Parks & Weisberg Realtors...............................................................11 Greg Burrus, Burrus Architecture & Construction, LLC..10 Rick Merritt, Denton Floyd Development........................10 Drew McWhorter, KY Farm Bureau.................................10 Kevin Rich, Rich Design Studios.......................................10 Mickey Corcoran, Mickey Corcoran Builder.......................8 Larry Hobson, Louisville Paving..........................................8 David Richardson, David Richardson Builder......................8 David Westfall, Homework Residential Renovations, Inc....8 Rodny Davidson, First Community Mortgage.....................7 Steve Sebastian, Sebastian Construction Inc........................7 David Tomes, Traditional Town, LLC..................................7 Amy Wagner, Reflections of You By Amy, LLC..................7 Mike Danzinger, SB Home Renovations.............................6 Andrew Holden, Commonwealth Bank & Trust.................6 John Hollenbach, Hollenbach Oakley, LLC.........................6 Tarrah Lutz, Closets By Design...........................................6 John Marshall, Elite Homes Inc...........................................6 Jeff Ratanapool, Century Mortgage Company.....................6 Todd Stengel, Todd Stengel Construction ..........................6 Stephen Strong, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance..................6 James A. Ward, Ohio Valley Masonry..................................6 David Weis, Meridian Construction LLC...........................6
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newmembers Associates Approved 11/16 Bottom Sign Company Joey Bates Type of Business: Sign Manufacturing, Vehicle & Boat Wraps Sponsor: Kevin Passanisi Commerce Bank William (Bill) Tway Type of Business: Community Bank Sponsor: Will Boland Corbett’s, An American Place Dean Corbett Type of Business: Fine Dining Restaurant Sponsor: JP DeLaney Custom Home Elevator & Lift Co., Inc. Mark Gockenbach Type of Business: Elevators Sponsor: JP DeLaney Dave Halpern Real Estate Agent, Inc. Dave Halpern Type of Business: Real Estate Sales Sponsor: Aaron McAndrew Granite Concepts Matias Nieto Type of Business: Granite Countertops Sponsor: PJ Moore Integrated Finishes Matt Wiley Type of Business: Drywall, Flooring & Carpet Sponsor: David Lurding Knapheide Truck Equipment Co. Brian Puckett Type of Business: Commercial Vehicle Manufacturer Sponsor: John Thomas
Louisville Cabinets and Countertops Tim Montgomery Type of Business: Cabinets & Countertops Sponsor: Jeremy Esposito Affiliates Approved 11/16 Phillip Mitchell The Trend Appliance Co. Sponsor: Joe Dumstorf Ariela Halpern Dave Halpern Real Estate Agent, Inc. Sponsor: Aaron McAndrew Will Boland Boland Maloney Realty Sponsor: Davis Boland SMC/Affiliates Approved 11/16 Doug Daum Closet Factory Sponsor: Jerry Ostertag Associate Builder/Remodelers Approved 11/16 Ryan Band Unbridles Custom Homes, Inc. Sponsor: Jack Band Gary Green Guaranteed Total Construction Sponsor: Don Wirtzberger Matt French Caliber Home & Remodeling Sponsor: Billy Doelker Wesley Williams Caliber Home & Remodeling Sponsor: Billy Doelker
membermilestone Congratulations to these Milestone Members. These members have reached a milestone mark in their membership with their renewal in November. 30 Years Kitchen Restylers, Inc. – Joseph Weiter 20 Years Kim D. Oskins – Registered Builder Okolona Glass Co., Inc. – Daryl Gibson Tom Kruse – Registered Remodeler 15 Years Todd Stengel – Registered Remodeler Al Bennett – Registered Builder 10 Years Eastgate Village Development – Paul Fenwick Olive Branch Tree Care, LLC – Matt Sullivan 28 louisville builder • bialouisville.com
5 Years Cair heating & Cooling, LLC – Kevin Clapp Arcadia Development, LLC – Scott James Abundant Tree Care Services – Kevin Bold 1 Year Pulte Mortgage, LLC – Corey Featherstone Dial One Lewis Plumbing, LLC – Richard Henry Alternative Cleaning Equipment & Services (Aces Services) – Rick Drake Code 3 Trucking, LLC – Matthew Doane Citizens Union Bank – Lisa Kaiser
honorroll
As of December 1, 2016
Builders: Blacketer Company
Robert L. Eberenz
Associates:
Cunningham Door & Window
Quarry Bluff Estates
Fireplace Distributors, Inc.
RJ Thieneman
Clifford Thieneman Co., LLC
Door Store and Windows
1st Choice Insulation A&G Drywall, Inc.
Architectural Windows & Doors Bachman Commercial Sales
Bardenwerper, Talbott & Roberts Bonnycastle Appliance & TV
Frost Brown Todd, LLC
K-I Lumber & Building Materials L & N Federal Credit Union
Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance
Louis E. Hobbs Construction Co. Inc.
Boral Brick Products
PC Home Center
Carpet Specialist
Century Mortgage Company
Corrigan Electric and Home Systems
PPG Paints Pro-Build
River City Bank
Sam Kinnaird’s Flooring and Granite Screens of Kentucky Sonne Steel
The Trend Companies of Kentucky Triton Stone Group
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 at (502) 429-6000.
memberspending The following have applied for Registered Builder/Remodeler membership or Associate Builder/Remodeler membership. Members with pertinent information about applicant’s suitability to become a registered member of the Association, particularly credit information, are requested to contact the Registered Builder Committee, c/o the BIA office at 1000 N. Hurstbourne Parkway, Louisville, KY 40223 by mail or you can fax information to Margie Brangers at the BIA office at (502) 429-6036. Pending Associate Builder/Remodeler:
Jason Andrew Scott JAS Construction & Remodeling 364 W. Broadway Street Eminence, KY 40019 (502) 639-7975 Sponsor: Joe Pusateri Rocky Pusateri
corporatesponsors
Special thanks to these 2017 BIA corporate sponsors:
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calendarofevents
January 2
BIA Closed due to New Year’s Day
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Membership Committee 10:00 a.m. @ BIA Office
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Retention Committee 11:00 a.m. @ BIA Office
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Land Development Committee 10:00 a.m. @ BIA Office
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Emerging Professionals Networking Lunch 11:30 a.m. @ TBD
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Registered Builder Commitee 10:00 a.m. @ BIA
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Associates Committee 3:00 p.m. @ BIA
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Executive Committee 1:00 p.m. @ BIA Office
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Board of Directors 3:00 p.m. @ BIA Office
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SMC Awards of Excellence Luncheon 11:30 am @ Big Spring Country Club
advertiserindex Bobcat Enterprises................................. 27
Bonnycastle Appliance & TV.................. 27
Corbett’s: An American Place................... 4
DWB Restoration II.............................. 27
K-I Lumber & Building Materials.........ifc
February
L&N Federal Credit Union................... 22
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Land Development Committee 10:00 a.m. @ BIA
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New Member Orientation 9:00 a.m. @ BIA
Logan Lavelle Hunt................................ 4
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Membership Committee 10:00 a..m. @ BIA
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Retention Committee 11:00 a.m. @ BIA
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HBAK Winter Meeting Covington, KY
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Economic Forecast 7:30 - 11:30 a.m. @ UofL Shelbyhurst Founders Union Building
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Executive Committee 11:30 a.m. @ BIA
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Codes & Standards 11:00 a.m. @ BIA
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Oldham County Council 11:30 a.m. @ TBD
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Republic Bank......................................... 4
River City Bank.................................... 13
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