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Table of Contents

Association News 8

Shelby County Student Chapter Successful Once Again

15 Tour of New Homes: Broader Spectrum of Price Points and Locations

Departments 5 Perspectives 24 Spike List 25 What is a Spike? 27 Membership Update 28 Milestone Members 29 Honor Roll 29 Corporate Sponsors 30 Calendar of Events 30 Advertiser Index

IBS: Another Jewel in Orlando's Crown Page 6

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Back Row (L-R): Tracy Earley, Walt Wilson, Jeremy Esposito, Tom Raver and Annie Dutton Front Row (L-R): Travis Allen, Tannor Mills, Jacqueline Romo, Jacob Smith and Paul Nethery

SMC Awards of Excellence Spotlights Members’ Contributions & Achievements Page 10

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Building Industry Association of Greater Louisville 1000 North Hurstbourne Pkwy. Louisville, KY 40223-4012 (502) 429-6000 / FAX (502) 429-6036 newhomes@bialouisville.com www.bialouisville.com 2018 OFFICERS Mark Simpson, President Scott Welch, Vice President Don Wirtzberger, Treasurer Karen McKechnie, Secretary Kevin Passanisi, Associate Vice President Pat Durham, Executive Vice President BUILDER DIRECTORS Brandon Bailey Jack Band David Elder, Jr. Chris Eldridge Joe French Adam Gallagher Brad Hicks Michael Isaac Penny Love Justin McElfish George Miller Michael O’Dea Dan Smith Tom Waller ASSOCIATE DIRECTORS J.P. DeLaney Bob Duggins Brian Evans Ashley Haury Jeff McMahan Paul Miele P.J. Moore Teresa Morgan Donna Mudd Jarrod Orr Bruce Stansbury Greg Taylor Antoine Terry HONORARY DIRECTORS Frank Arnold, Sr., Richard Bean Clifford Thieneman, Sr. EDITORS Martha Bracken & Jason Walton ADVERTISING Carrie Lyons & Katharine Shafferman 502.429.6000 WRITERS Nancy Miller, Cheryl Pilkinton & BIA Staff

The “Tie That Binds” by Sharon Kilpatrick

SMC Committee Chairperson

The Sales and Marketing Council (SMC) of the Building Industry Association has two main objectives. First to promote networking and build relationships among residential and commercial builders, REALTORs, lenders, designers, remodelers, developers, suppliers and trade members. These member to member relationships help us grow our respective businesses by enabling us to recommend people and companies we personally know and respect to our clients. Second, the SMC offers educational programs. The first event of every year is the SMC Awards of Excellence. On January 25th, 140 people celebrated the achievements of 41 award recipients at a luncheon at Big Spring Country Club. Best designs, best new home feature, closed sales, marketing campaigns, logos, websites, model homes, marketing campaigns, best remodeling and commercial projects were just some of the recognitions given. You can read about this year’s winners in this magazine. This is an annual event, so keep track of your new construction projects, marketing efforts, sales and loans for 2018 and be ready to submit a nomination next fall! Upcoming Events: March 15, 2018 – Tax reform implications on real estate and construction industry with Becky Hughes, DMLO CPAs, and a tour of the 17 miles of tunnels under Louisville streets at the Mega Cavern, one of the premier Louisville attractions. April 2018 – SMC will sponsor a Legislative Update/recap of the 2018 session. The county and commercial councils will join SMC members to hear what our state government has accomplished in this current session. Late June 2018 – Catalpa Farms Homearama Preview! Members will tour the homes before the show opens and network with the developer, builders and designers over refreshments. Also, with your membership, you can attend all BIA events, get 2 free tickets to Homearama and the Home and Garden Show, and purchase discount tickets for your clients and customers for the shows. I believe membership in the SMC is more important than ever. The media bombards us every day reporting on the shortage of home inventory for buyers, rising home prices and potential interest rate increases. Nationwide, the new construction industry continues to improve with more permits being pulled. In 2016, our Greater Louisville 5-county area issued more than 2400 single family and condo building permits. That number compares to the record high of 5294 in 2005 and the record low of 1109 in 2011. (The numbers are still coming in for 2017 but expected to improve over 2016.) With the shortage of homes for our buyers, knowing about new construction options can help the real estate industry bridge the gap. Think of the added value you can provide to your clients when you know who is planning or developing new neighborhoods, who has spec homes under construction, who offers construction perm financing or lot loans, and who has a floor plan that your buyer is looking for! Your personal knowledge and relationships with SMC/BIA members can return so much more than the annual dues of only $95. I hope you’ll join us. March 2018 • Louisville Builder Magazine

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The 2018 International Builders’ Show was packed with exhibits, products, technology and innovative concepts and designs that captivated the 85,000 attendees.

Another Jewel in Orlando's Crown By Cheryl Pilkinton

While Orlando is certainly know for its many "jewels," such as Disney World, Universal Studios, Sea World, numerous lakes and resorts, and warm and sunny weather—just to name a few—there was another bright jewel this year, perhaps unknown to many not in the construction trades industry: the International Builders Show, January 9 -- 11. Held at the Orange County Convention Center this year, the NAHB International Builders Show (IBS) is the largest annual light construction show in the U.S. There, building industry professionals from across the globe discovered a variety of products, technology, and innovative concepts and designs through many seminars and displays that were sure to enhance their businesses. 85,000 attendees had their choice of more than 150 educational sessions that covered the breadth of the entire building industry: sessions ranged from sales and marketing and construction codes to in depth coverage of construction law and contracts and site supervisory tactics. There were two official show homes, one new and the other a remodel. Among the different events were these: IBS Centrals—places where attendees can gather ideas about their specific niches; NAHB Member Meetings; the Official IBS House Party; the Young Professional Party; and the Closing Concert with "Chicago" as the entertainment. The experiences included hands on interactive learning with Builders Clinics and Tech Bytes sessions, a 6

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High Performance Building Zone, and IBS Live. Chad Turner, Carpet Specialists, Inc., attended the IBS for the first time. "It was a lot larger than I anticipated," he said. "It would take multiple days to see everything." He noted educational sessions ranging from lighting to golf simulators for the home. He and his associate, Dawn Agnew, were awed by the sheer size of the Center and the number of products on display. There were flooring options to interest him, of course, but he was also impressed by the relatively new countertops made of porcelain slabs, which are more reasonable and just as durable as other materials on the market. Turner stated that next year he would plan ahead on which sessions to attend, and those on sales, design, and marketing are leading the list. He sees the educational aspect as perhaps the greatest benefit to him from a show like IBS. As networking is a big part of any show, he was pleased to see many from the Louisville area: Perry Lyons, Mark Simpson, Trent Hunt, and the Espositos, to name a few--out of the 100 or more in attendance. Rocky Pusateri's sales manager, his customer care manager, and his CFO, along with three additional employees of Elite Homes, Inc., accompanied him to the IBS on his 34th consecutive year! In his opinion, each show offers such a wealth of new information that one should never miss it. As a national director

for NAHB, he attended administration meetings with other directors from around the country. Per year, one of three board meetings occurs at the IBS event. His employees took advantage of the numerous seminars, all hosted by experts in their specific fields. They ranged from "How to deal with a difficult customer" to creative financing. "If I only went to one or two of the educational sessions, this show would be totally worth it. If you are in the industry--and plan to stay in the industry--you NEED to keep your finger on the pulse of what's going on! The IBS does just that," states Pusateri, adamantly. Matt Toole, Infinity Homes and Development, took a crew of 11 with him to the IBS. He says that the NAHB does an excellent job of bringing the most beneficial resources, the most current data, and the latest technology and trends to builders' attention. The networking with other business professionals during education events and at those events specifically geared to the exchange of ideas and experiences is a benefit that one cannot put a value on. "With all of us being a part of NAHB," Toole says, "you find most other builders are eager to help answer questions and give advice and guidance." He and his team members all took three to four sessions a day during the first two days. He took a sales and marketing pre-show course, as well, which was especially beneficial as markets are constantly changing and evolving. Toole and his crew spent all three days looking for new software to help effect a change on which they are making the finishing touches. Some of his team focused on the technology, sales, marketing, and administrative side of the business, while others were geared toward decor trends. They were intrigued with the way flooring has become Green-focused and very trendy. Toole has attended this show almost every year since 2008, missing only one year. He observes that the show gets better and better each year--and each one has played a big part in the success of his company. By sneaking away each year for a few days, he and his group believe the IBS enhances team building and camaraderie. He concludes, "I wouldn't miss it! Every builder should go!" (An informative side note: Tech Bytes offered the practical side of various tech tools: virtual reality, social media, digital site plans, drones, etc. Home Technology Solutions at the Smart Home pavilion presented energy and lighting, security and control, and entertainment and connectivity.

The Key Homes, LLC team is all smiles in front of the NAHB booth (even with a photo bomber in the back).

A complete “tiny home”, on display by 84 Lumber, gave attendees an opportunity to view one of the hottest (and smallest!) housing trends out there.

Additionally, displays of smart appliances, cutting-edge media rooms, multizone thermostats, and outdoor living and entertainment wowed the visitors.) One of the highest honors bestowed by the NAHB is the National BEAM (Builders Engaging Associate Members) award, given every year at the IBS. This year's recipient is Billy Doelker, Key Homes, LLC. He earned the award by using the services of the most BIA members in his Louisville housing developments, which is certainly no small feat! Past president of the BIA, he currently serves as the 2018 President of HBAK (Home Builders Association of Kentucky), and is well known and well respected both locally and statewide. “Winning the NAHB Beam award during IBS this year was certainly an unexpected honor. I feel this recognition should be viewed as a shared award with the extension of all of my trade partners. I say this because they are critical to my success as a builder and that’s really the principle of what the BEAM award is all about: builders and associates joining forces to promote the housing industry. I also believe this is great testament to both HBAK and BIA of Greater Louisville’s respective leadership and staff in the recognition and voice they have at NAHB,” said Billy, regarding his remarkable achievement. Perry Lyons, P.L. Lyons, Architectural Builders, Inc., serves as the BIA advisor for the NAHB student chapter at Shelby County High School. He accompanied the youth team from Shelby County and their instructor, Walt Wilson to the IBS. He praised the group's hard work, time put into the project, dedication, and perseverance. "I hope to be invited (every year) to work with these outstanding teams and their coach, and do what I can to keep these talented young people involved in the construction industry...and what an honor it is to me to be a part of their success at the IBS youth competition!" It’s clear that—whether you are a veteran attendee or a “first timer”— the International Builders’ Show has something for everyone. Between the seminars, special events, tradeshow and award recognition, the IBS is an exciting, dynamic and educational experience. (Next year's IBS will be held in Las Vegas, February 19—21, 2019.) March 2018 • Louisville Builder Magazine

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Travis Allen, Tannor Mills, Jacqueline Romo, Jacob Smith and Paul Nethary made up this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shelby County High School NAHB Student Chapter team. Their dedication, energy and willingness to learn and be team players enabled them to achieve an outstanding second place in their division.

Shelby County Student Chapter Successful Once Again at IBS By Cheryl Pilkinton The IBS offers unforgettable learning experiences for over 1000 young people and their instructors and mentors. For three days more than 50 teams participate in the NAHB Student Competition. They also network, attend the career fair, and explore the floor with all the innovative products, technology, and designs. The NAHB Student Chapters program helps to enrich the educational experience of those enrolled in the construction-related fields, such as construction management, engineering, architecture, real estate, and the trades. Working with a faculty advisor and drawing on the wisdom of mentors and industry leaders in their local BIA, these chapters can compete in national competition, such as the IBS, win scholarships, and enjoy all the benefits of membership in the NAHB. Did Perry Lyons mention dedication? Walt Wilson, the instructor/coach of the team from Shelby County, proudly summed up the group's talent, "The group I had this year, honestly, I had to MAKE them go home at night!" Yes, "at night," because Shelby County students do NOT work on their project during 8

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school hours, but only after school. They are the only high school team in the competition that does that. All others work on projects during school hours as a part of the school curriculum. Shelby County's dedicated youth begin work on their project shortly after the challenge (what will be expected in the year's competition, rules, guidelines, problem description, roof plan, site plan, etc.) is sent to Wilson, which is soon after school begins in the fall. They work one night a week at first, but nearing the time of the competition, they might work 3 to 5 nights, usually from 4:00 to 9:30 or 10:00. Impressed with their work ethic, Wilson adds, "We don't see that much in young people any more." Furthermore, giving thanks where thanks is due, he continues, "I am a teacher who is smart enough to know that I've been out of the building industry long enough (14 years) to need people to keep me caught up on industry changes. I don't know what I would do without Perry Lyons and Pete Nusz, a builder and a professional draftsman, who are invaluable when it comes to helping my students and me."

After Shelby County and Wilson receive the "problem" from NAHB for the show, the school and Wilson select the team (based on grades, character, interest in the subject, willingness to learn and be a team player, and, of course, dedication. Thus, the straight A student is not always the best choice). Together the group draws up a full set of specs, a full set of working drawings, a schedule, and a projected cost for their house of the future. Eventually, their proposal goes into manual form, which is then sent to the judges, a group of construction company executives, who consider innovation, functionality, and design. The team must defend and sell their project. They must explain WHY they should be the contractor for the project, selling themselves and their hard work. At the IBS competition, the team presents the proposal all over again, orally, without notes, which usually lasts ten minutes or so. Each member of the team must be thoroughly knowledgeable about every aspect of the proposal, so he or she can answer any question asked by the judges. The Shelby County team stands out in yet another way: They are the smallest group to compete. Others come from huge 4-year technical high schools, often drawing from 14 or more districts. This year's competition involved nine schools from seven different states (in other years other countries have also been involved). There are three divisions: high schools, 2-year associate-degree schools, and 4-year universities, which work with developments. This year, Rocket Construction, as the Shelby County team is known, was made up of three seniors, one junior, and one sophomore. "Our junior is a young lady," states Wilson. "Girls and minorities always make for

a strong and varied team. Various nationalities make up our industry, so we include all on our teams, of course." Shelby County High School Rocket Construction received a Second Place this year at the IBS Residential Construction Management Competition, repeating the award placement from last year. "I am so thrilled with second place I don't know how to act!" Wilson proudly exclaimed. "We have participated for six years and have never placed below 5th. We haven't gotten a FIRST yet, but we're going to get there!" Asked for possible reasons why his Rockets team performed so well, Wilson gave the following answers: First, their dedication: they freely put in so much time. Second, their hunger to learn: often self-directed, they research all aspects of the construction industry; they talk to subcontractors, they go online, and they read extensively. Finally, their willingness to take a risk: they try out new ideas, which sometimes do not work out, and thus they learn from their mistakes. The five who formed the outstanding team this year are Travis Allen, Tannor Mills, Jacqueline Romo, Jacob Smith, and Paul Nethery. Perhaps one of the highest compliments the team could have received came from one of the judges: "If any of you want to go to work, call us when you graduate!" As their proud coach, one of a "retirement age," Wilson has no intention of retiring. Working with people passionate about the construction industry, like his teams, Perry Lyons, and Pete Nusz, Wilson knows he is helping encourage youth to enter the industry. He summarizes his feelings, "I love what I do!"

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Sales and Marketing Council Awards of Excellence Spotlights Members’ Contributions & Achievements On January 25, 2018, members gathered to recognize and celebrate the outstanding personal and professional achievements of the SMC membership in 2017. At this exceptional awards luncheon, Realtors, Associates, Builders, Remodelers, Developers and Commercial members came together to appreciate their collective contributions to the building industry. From personal achievements to commercial renovations to new developments, this year’s Awards of Excellence celebrated the best our industry has to offer. Our sincere congratulations go out to all of this year’s winners and nominees for their exceptional and noteworthy projects and achievements in 2017. Special thanks to our sponsors, Century Mortgage Company and PC Home Center, for their contributions to a truly special event and ceremony!

Commercial Award of Excellence Winner in the Best New Build Under $5 Million and Logo Design of the Year categories, Miranda Construction (Ryan Miranda pictured). 10 Digital Version Available at BIALouisville.com

Personal Achievement Winner in the Residential Sales Agent category, Teresa Morgan, Semonin Realtors.

2017 Sales and Marketing Council Awards of Excellence

Personal Achievement Winner in the New Construction Sales Volume: Individual category, Carol Weber, Louisville Realty Group.

Personal Achievement Winner in the Onsite New Construction Sales: Individual category, John Marshall, Elite Homes, Inc.

Interior Design Award of Excellence Winner in the Best Interior Design and Best Staging Project categories, Home Staging Specialists (Katie Hewitt pictured).

Builder Award of Excellence Winner in the Best Overall Marketing Campaign and Best Website, P.L. Lyons Architectural Builders (Perry Lyons pictured).

Personal Achievement Winner in the Onsite New Construction Sales: Team category, Ball Homes Team (Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Parks & Weisberg, Realtors). Realtor Award of Excellence Winner in the Best New Concept in Marketing and Best Overall Marketing Campaign categories, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Parks & Weisberg, Realtors

Personal Achievement Winner in the Rising Star – Existing Home Sales – Unit Volume category, Janet Dischinger, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Parks & Weisberg, Realtors. March 2018 • Louisville Builder Magazine 11

2017 Sales and Marketing Council Awards of Excellence

Personal Achievement Winner in the Rising Star – New Homes Sales – Dollar Volume and Rising Star – New Homes Sales – Unit Volume categories, Jeff Gaul, Elite Homes, Inc.

Builder Award of Excellence Winner in the Best Builder Design: Patio Homes, Condos, Garden Homes & Town Homes and Best Builder Home Design categories, Welch Builders. Developer Award of Excellence Winner in the Best Development: Garden Home and Logo Design of the Year categories, Welch Developers (Mark Welch, Dianne Wolfe and Scott Welch pictured).

Commercial Award of Excellence Winner in the Best New Build Over $10 Million, Best New Commercial Development and Best Commercial Space Renovation categories, NTS Development Company. (Chad Koetter, Joy Darnell and Tim Wood pictured).

Associate Award of Excellence Winner in the Best Website category, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance & Wealth Management (J.P. DeLaney and MaryAshly Betz pictured).

Remodeler Award of Excellence Winner in the Best Remodeling Design: Kitchen category, Bailey Remodeling & Construction, LLC (Brandon Bailey pictured).

Developer Award of Excellence Winner in the Best Overall Marketing Campaign category, RJ Thieneman (Christy Ferrell pictured).

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2017 Sales and Marketing Council Awards of Excellence

Developer Award of Excellence Winner in the Best Website category, and Builder Award of Excellence in the Logo Design of the Year category, Elite Homes, Inc. (Daniel Fischer pictured).

Associate Award of Excellence Winner in the Best Overall Marketing Campaign, PC Home Store (Kevin Passanisi pictured).

Associate Award of Excellence Winner in the Best New Concept in Marketing and Logo Design of the Year categories, KAG Consulting (Kimberly Greenwell pictured).

Commercial Award of Excellence Winner in the Best New Concept in Marketing and Best Overall Marketing Campaign categories, Pinnacle Properties of Louisville, LLC (John Miranda pictured).

Personal Achievement Winner in the Individual Mortgage New Home Professional â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Dollar Volume category, Amber Mahoney, Century Mortgage Company.

Builder Award of Excellence Winner in the Best New Home Design feature category and Remodeler Award of Excellence Winner in the Best Remodeling Design: Whole House category, Eldridge Company (Matt, Christopher and Rob Eldridge pictured). March 2018 â&#x20AC;˘ Louisville Builder Magazine 13

2017 Sales and Marketing Council Awards of Excellence

In recognition and appreciation of his significant contributions to the BIAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sales and Marketing Council, Dave Parks, Jr., Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Parks & Weisberg, Realtors, was named the 2017 SMC Member of the Year.

Award Recipients Not Pictured: Ball Homes, LLC in the Builder Award of Excellence Best Model Home and Best New Concept in Marketing categories, as well as the Developer Award of Excellence Best Development: Single Family Home category. Graham Design and Construction in the Remodeler Award of Excellence Best Remodeling Design: Outdoor category.

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The Outlook for the 2018 Tour of New Homes:

Broader Spectrum of Price Points and Locations By Nancy Miller

Returning for its fourth consecutive year, the 2018 Tour of New Homes is the area’s only scattered-site new home tour, making it Louisville’s largest open house for new homes. The Tour is an exciting opportunity for the public to connect with builders and to see the enormous scope of the most innovative home design and construction. “We have so many great events that benefit our members, but this is absolutely a no-brainer,” says BIA Executive Vice President Pat Durham, speaking about the Tour of New Homes. He adds that for very little money, a member builder or his agent (also a member) can enter a home for the Tour and get tremendous exposure. “Not only are we driving traffic to the homes, whether specs or models—and to the subdivisions—but the results show in sales activity.” After a few years’ hiatus, the Tour of New Homes returned in 2015, spurred by the leadership of Dave Parks, of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, Parks & Weisberg Realtors, a sponsor of this year’s show.

“There’s always strength in mass. When you have a focused, two-day event on scattered sites, it allows the public to look at different price points of houses in different areas, and it allows the builders to amortize the cost of advertising over 20 or 30 people instead of one. For example, if we, as a firm, as well as the largest user of the Tour, decided to do the same thing—it would cost three or four times more than being with the Tour—and we wouldn’t get as much traffic because we are in five or six locations and the tour is in 30,” says Parks. His firm renewed its sponsorship following their successful involvement in the 2017 Tour of New Homes. He notes that the Tour has grown 20 to 25 percent each year and that the 2018 Tour will have homes representing a broader spectrum of prices in a wider range of the city. In addition, there will be builders who are participating for the first time. “We also have a significant challenge – a lack of available spec inventory completed to showcase in the Tour because houses are selling so fast. It could March 2018 • Louisville Builder Magazine 15

be that this year we don’t have as many houses but we may have greater participation,” he continues, and says he anticipates using targeted, boosted Facebook advertising. Louisville Realty Group has participated in the Tour every year, but this is the first year as a sponsor. “We feel it is important as we represent so many builders in our subdivisions – Rock Springs, Saratoga Springs and The Reserves at Fox Run,” says Carol Weber. Happy with the response they received last spring, Louisville Realty Group will again have signs in each yard and a representative at each house. “People love walking through spec homes to see the designs and floorplans. And they enjoy being able to go to see the various subdivisions where they might be interested in buying. The Tour of New Homes is like a mini Homearama,” she says. Visitors will have the convenience of using either a website or a mobile app to view descriptions of each home for the free-to-the-public event that will be held from noon until 6:00 p.m. April 28 and 29. The Tour will have a major presence on local media, leading Gail Schell, Vice President of Events and Operations at the BIA, to comment, “This is one of the best ways to join in a large open house weekend that is promoted to the Louisville area through a targeted media buy. Now that we’re in our fourth year, the Louisville market is recognizing the Tour as a reputable event sponsored by the Association.” Contact the BIA office at 502-429-6000 for more information. The deadline for entries is April 21. FDI 7 1-2 x 2-187 Ad Final.pdf 1 5/12/2011 11:13:39 AM

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Advocacy in Action: The BIA Takes Your Issues to Frankfort

On February 7, Pat Durham awarded Representative Jerry Miller with the firstever Building Industry Association of Greater Louisville William B. Bardenwerper Advocacy in Action Award! This award was named in honor of Bill Bardenwerper, a long time BIA member who has given tirelessly of his time to our Association and industry over his great career.

Senate President, Robert Stivers, addresses BIA advocates during our annual Housing and Building Industry Day in Frankfort.

BIA members update Senator Dan Seum on policy issues affecting the building indutry. March 2018 â&#x20AC;˘ Louisville Builder Magazine 17

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Member News

Joe French and his outstanding new hire, Brandon Summitt from the Spencer County ATC, on a kitchen remodel job in Prospect.

Louisville Handyman & Remodeling New Hire

Personifies Success of Workforce Development Efforts By Martha Bracken, BIA Staff Just over 60 days ago, Joe French, owner of Louisville Handyman & Remodeling, took a chance on hiring Brandon Summitt, a Spencer County Area Technology Center graduate. This chance, coupled with Joe’s desire to grow our industry’s next generation of skilled workers, has resulted in an outstanding new hire for Louisville Handyman and a life long career opportunity for Brandon. Brandon was referred to Joe by Brandi Scott, Spencer County High School’s College and Career Coach. Brandi had kept in touch with Brandon through his first job at another local area contractor. However, while Brandon faithfully showed up and worked hard throughout that first placement, he was not in a position to learn the carpentry skills he was looking for. With that in mind, Brandon knew that Louisville Handyman was the perfect ‘home’ for him. Since Brandon started, he has been able to help on numerous jobs for Louisville Handyman—and learn new skills such as drywall, demolition, trim work and the use of power tools—to name a few. He shows up, works hard and demonstrates a true desire to learn. “If Brandon continues on this 20 Digital Version Available at BIALouisville.com

path, he’ll one day have his own truck and run jobs for us,” said Joe. “He’s a true success story, and while I know we have a ways to go, he is proof that our collective efforts to develop the next generation are working.” We recently had the opportunity to meet Brandon while he helped on a project hanging and finishing drywall at the BIA. Thus far, he’s thrilled with his opportunity with Louisville Handyman, explaining to us, “The guys here teach me a lot. They are always willing to show me new skills, which is exactly what I’ve been looking for.” While our industry must continue our work encouraging young people that construction is a viable—and profitable!—career path, students like Brandon remind us to be proud of what we’re accomplishing. With that in mind, the BIA is grateful for the hard work of our partners in Spencer, Oldham, Bullitt and Shelby counties and within the Academies of Louisville program at JCPS, and will continue doing our part to help grow our construction workforce pipeline!

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

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

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

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All-Time Big Spike 1500d John Miranda, Pinnacle Properties of Louisville ..................... 3065 Grand Spike 1000d Robert L. Eberenz, Jr., Robert L. Eberenz Jr., Builder, LLC......... 1384 Ellery Esposito, Esposito Construction, Inc. ............................. 1302 Stanley G. Logan, Jr., Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance................ 1260 Richard S. Buttorff, The Buttorff Company .............................. 1090 Joe Pusateri, Elite Homes, Inc. ................................................ 1050 Statesman 500d Robert Welch, Welch Builders, Inc. ........................................... 900 Keith Eberenz, Keith Eberenz, Builder ....................................... 854 James R. Skaggs, Omikron Construction Co. -Honorary............. 835 Robert A. Peterson, Jr., Robert A. Peterson, Jr., Co. Inc. ............. 814 Robert H. Marrett, CMB Development Co. ................................. 810 Michael L. Montgomery, MONTCO Builders, Inc. -Honorary....... 769 Dale Hellmann, Prudential Heating and Air............................... 754 Bill Reisert, Sr. , Reisert Insurance Agency ................................ 721 Allen Schuler, ASB LLC............................................................... 658 Glen E. Stuckel, Glen E. Stuckel Builder, Inc. .............................. 596 A. Thomas Sturgeon, Sturgeon & Associates Inc. ..................... 521 400d Bob Thieneman Jr., Estate Homes.............................................. 485 Fred R. Dallenbach, Dallenbach Builders, Inc. ........................... 479 Tom Raver, Fireplace Distributors.............................................. 473 Jeremy Esposito, Esposito Construction..................................... 466 Stan Humphrey, Stan Humphrey Construction.......................... 456 Rusty Wessel, Wessel Insurance Agency, Inc. ............................ 449 Richard Eberenz, Richard Eberenz, Builder -Honorary............... 446 Clete Reinhart, Reinhart Construction Co. ................................. 440 Richard Miles, Dogwood Homes of Kentucky............................ 431 Super Spike 250d Carl Baker, Sterling Development Corp. .................................... 374 Richard Bean, B B & T, Retired................................................... 367 Michael “Rocky” Pusateri, Elite Homes....................................... 337 Billy Doelker, Key Homes LLC..................................................... 332 William (Bill) Wilkinson, Wilkinson Builders, Inc....................... 330 Don Petty-Honorary.................................................................. 303 Jesse Francis, Francis & Company.............................................. 296 Pat Thieneman-Seitz, Thieneman-Seitz Builder ....................... 296 Clifford Thieneman, Clifford Thieneman Co. Inc. ....................... 280 Teresa Morgan, Semonin Realtors............................................. 263 Leo Thieneman, Sr., Leo Thieneman & Sons, LLC........................ 262 J. Robert Westerman, J. Robert Westerman Builder -Honorary. 253 Steve Church, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance............................. 252 Trent Hunt, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance................................. 252 Trophy - 200d Pat Durham, Pat Durham Bldr, Inc. ........................................... 244 Kevin Passanisi, PC Home Center............................................... 242 Scott Jagoe, Jagoe Homes......................................................... 239 Roger Plamp, Plamp-Keen Agency, Inc. .................................... 235 John Thomas, K-I West Roofing & Siding Division...................... 228 Greg Esposito, Greg Esposito Contractor. ................................... 225 Roger Bright, ADC-honorary...................................................... 221 David Lurding, Lurding Homes.................................................. 214 Roger Harbison, Cornell Harbison Excavating............................ 203 Lafe McGary, The Remodeling Company................................... 202 Royal Spike - 150d Dave Smith, Blacksmith Homes ................................................ 198 Steve Deneen, Builder............................................................... 196 Don Karem, Karem Built Homes, Inc.......................................... 172 Jack Band, Jack Band Builder, Inc. ............................................ 167 John F. Pohlman, John F. Pohlman Builder, Inc. -Honorary........ 167 Scott Yates, Paragon Homes ..................................................... 161 Charline Neal, Primerica Financial Services............................... 156 Robert L. Eberenz, Sr., Robert L. Eberenz, Inc. -Honorary.......... 154 John Barlow, Commonwealth Designs, Inc................................ 152 Sherrie Kruse, Wilson & Muir Bank & Trust Company................. 151 24 Digital Version Available at BIALouisville.com

Red Spike - 100d Mike Isaac, Isaac Contracting & Design ..................................... 146 Jerry Blacketer, The Blacketer Co............................................... 139 Leo Thieneman, Jr., Leo Thieneman & Sons, LLC........................ 138 Perry D. Lyons, Perry D. Lyons Builder........................................ 133 John Lannert, Lincoln Insurance Agency................................... 122 Bruce Rademaker, Thoroughbred Associates, Inc. ..................... 118 John Rueff, Brecher Co............................................................... 112 Sidney J. Anderson, S.J. Anderson Builder, Inc. ......................... 111 Shawn Corrigan, Corrigan Electric............................................. 103 Jerry Ostertag, Closet Factory.................................................... 103 Terrance O’Rourke, O’Rourke & Associates ................................ 101 Robert D. Ford, R. Ford Construction Co., Inc. -Honorary............ 100 75d JP Delaney, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance................................... 96 Robert Osborne, RPO Custom Homes & Remodeling................... 95 Joe Dumstorf, The Trend Appliance Company.............................. 94 Mike Jones, Signature Green Properties, LLC............................... 91 Willard Bryant, Bryant Construction, LLC..................................... 88 Michael O’Dea, Michael O'Dea Builder........................................ 88 J.D. Nichols, NTS Corporation ...................................................... 87 Ron Wolford, Ron Wolford Builder, Inc. ....................................... 87 Derek Smothers, Quality One Steel Design Inc............................. 82 Brendan Kavanaugh.................................................................... 77 Carol Daugherty Epley, Daugherty Insurance Agency ................. 76 Jeff Thompson, Jeda Homes........................................................ 75 Green Spike - 50d Rocco Pigneri, Ball Homes........................................................... 74 Davis Boland, Boland Maloney Real Estate.................................. 72 Mark Aschbacher, Lincoln Insurance............................................ 70 David Mikels, Graber’s Insealators............................................... 69 Ron Hartman, Ernst Concrete. .................................................... 68 David Ernst, Prestige Builders...................................................... 64 James Pope, Nicklies Development............................................. 59 Ken Thieneman, Ken Thieneman Builder..................................... 59 Penny Love, Design Innovations, Inc............................................ 57 Ron Colyer, Colyer Construction................................................... 56 Christopher J. Knopf, Pinnacle Properties of Louisville ................ 56 Jim Travis, Jim D. Travis, Builder .................................................. 56 Frank Arnold, Prudential Heating & Air Conditioning ................. 55 Chris Cundiff, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance................................ 54 Louis Hagan, Central Bank of Jefferson County............................ 54 Deepa Kamat, Granite America................................................... 54 Chris Osborne, Deville Homes...................................................... 54 Joe Simms, Re/Max Associates.................................................... 54 Phil Fackler, Fackler Homes......................................................... 52 Lisa Steinbock, Steinbock Interiors LLC........................................ 52 Brandon Bailey, Bailey Remodeling & Construction, LLC............. 51 David Monsour, Monsour Builders............................................... 51 Life Spike - 25d P.R. Lancaster, Lancaster Built Homes.......................................... 48 Dave French, LG&E...................................................................... 47 Paul Miele, K-I Lumber & Building Materials............................... 47 Corey Hughes, Hughes Development, LLC................................... 46 David Rateau, Rateau Construction ............................................ 46 Greg Schrenger, Schrenger Construction .................................... 45 Chris Palmer, Finance of America................................................ 44 Melanie Pearson, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance......................... 44 John Sizemore, 2-10 Home Warranty.......................................... 43 Jason Black, Artisan Signature Homes......................................... 42 Mike Effinger, Effinger Construction............................................ 42 Mike Judah, Judah Real Estate ................................................... 42 Phillip Wayne Leigh, Phillip Leigh, Inc......................................... 42 Mike Sanders, Mike Sanders Builders, Inc.................................... 42 David Stemler, PC Home Stores................................................... 41 Ben Tyler, Ben Tyler Building & Remodeling ............................... 41 Mike Hall, K-I Lumber & Building Materials ................................ 39 Sandra Povey, BB&T.................................................................... 39 Dan Smith, Stonelake Homes ..................................................... 39 Ryan Miranda, Miranda Construction.......................................... 37

Scott Welch, Welch Builders, Inc.................................................. 37 Larry Link, Bonnycastle Appliance & TV....................................... 36 Clifford (Pete)Thieneman, Clifford Thieneman Co, LLC................. 36 David Bright, Bright Built Homes................................................ 35 Matthew Toole, Infinity Homes & Development.......................... 35 Vince Kimbel, Kimbel Construction............................................. 33 Jack Marsh, Jack Marsh Builder Inc.............................................. 33 Dan Anthony, Boral Brick Products.............................................. 32 Carolyn Miller, Sure Linc Services................................................ 32 James French, J & L Construction................................................ 31 Renotta Henson, Victory Home Builder ...................................... 30 Lisa Lynn Knight- Lisa Lynn Designs............................................ 30 Kari Haston, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance................................. 29 Ben Peerce Swindler, Ben Peerce Swindler, Builder .................... 29 Terry Hagerman, Terry Hagerman Builder................................... 28 Todd Hemmer, Lee Brick & Block................................................ 28 George Miller, Suburban Construction & Management............... 28 James Lindsey Raidt, Chenoweth Construction Co., Inc............... 28 Ron Fonk, Woodfield Homes....................................................... 27 Roger Hack, MRC Construction.................................................... 27 Delbert Mulhall, Delbert Mulhall & Sons, Inc. ............................. 27 Donald Wirtzberger, Sierra Design & Construction...................... 27 Douglas Amlung, Amlung Construction Company....................... 26 Spike - 6d Jason Orthober, Orthober Custom Homes................................... 23 PJ Moore, L & N Federal Credit Union........................................... 22 Dave Parks Jr., Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, Parks & Weisberg Realtors........................................................ 22 Andrew Holden, Commonwealth Bank & Trust............................ 21 Dennis Montana, Lawn Care Co., Inc. .......................................... 20 Palmer Cole, Bently Construction................................................ 19 Joe Kroll, Joe Kroll Builder........................................................... 19 Amy Johnston, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, Parks & Weisberg Realtors........................................................ 18 Sharon Kilpatrick, RE/MAX Associates......................................... 17 Jarrod Vowels, Dominion Homes................................................. 16 Bob Duggins, Smyrna Ready Mix................................................. 15 Howard Ferriell, H. D. Ferriell, Inc................................................ 15 Steve Purdy, Prudential Heating & Air......................................... 15 Chad Peyton, Peyton Contracting, LLC......................................... 14 Bill Bardenwerper, Bardenwerper, Talbot & Roberts, PLLC........... 13 Drew McWhorter, KY Farm Bureau.............................................. 13 Greg Burrus, Burrus Architecture & Construction, LLC.................. 11 Rick Merritt, Denton Floyd Development.................................... 11 Donna Mudd, Sam Kinnaird's Flooring Outlet, Inc....................... 11 Kevin Rich, Rich Design Studios................................................... 11 David Tomes, Traditional Town, LLC............................................. 11 Mickey Corcoran, Mickey Corcoran Builder.................................. 10 Larry Hobson, Louisville Paving & Construction Company, Inc..... 10 Becky Hughes, Deming, Malone, Liesay and Ostroff, PSC............ 10 David Richardson, David Richardson Builder............................... 10 Adam Gallagher, Architectural Builders......................................... 9 Aaron McAndrew, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance........................... 9 Stephen Strong, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance............................. 9 John Hollenbach, Hollenbach Oakley, LLC..................................... 8 Amy Wagner, Reflections of You By Amy, LLC................................. 8 David Westfall, Homework Residential Renovations, Inc............... 8 Rodny Davidson, First Community Mortgage................................ 7 Tarrah Lutz, Closets By Design....................................................... 7 John Marshall, Elite Homes Inc...................................................... 7 Jeff Ratanapool, Century Mortgage Company............................... 7 Steve Sebastian, Sebastian Construction Inc................................. 7 Todd Stengel, Todd Stengel Construction ...................................... 7 Chad Turner, Carpet Specialists, Inc............................................... 7 James A. Ward, Ohio Valley Masonry............................................. 7 David Weis, Meridian Construction LLC.......................................... 7 David Bunch, Cimarron Construction Co., Inc................................. 6 Mike Danzinger, SB Home Renovations......................................... 6 Stephanie Horne, Horne Title & Escrow Services, LLC..................... 6 David Mindel, Mindel, Scott & Associates, Inc............................... 6 Dennis Pollard, Pollard Builder, LLC............................................... 6

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 Update - Welcome New Members Associates Approved- January 2018 American Bath Group - Matt Lawrence Type of Business: Bathroom Products & Accessories Manufacturer Sponsor: Rocco Pigneri Clark Hightower & Yager DBA Cabinets By Amish - Travis Hightower Type of Business: Cabinet Distributor & Installer Sponsor: Jeremy Esposito International Builders - Lorenzo Tosado Type of Business: Framing, Drywall, Roofing, Gutters & Soffits Sponsor: Rob Eberenz Kevin Grimes Appraisal - Kevin Grimes Type of Business: Appraiser Sponsor: JP DeLaney MPC Promotions - Beth DeLaney Type of Business: Promotional Products & Apparel Sponsor: JP DeLaney

Mr. Electric of Louisville - Chris Swisher Type of Business: Electrical Contractor Sponsor: Joe French

Steven Howell - Steven Howell Type of Business: Siding & Window Installer Sponsor: Kevin Thompson Tom Sondergeld Plumbing - Tom Sondergeld Type of Business: Plumbing Contractor Sponsor: Craig Perdue

NexGen Insulation - Todd Brow Type of Business: Insulation Installation Sponsor: Scott Roitblat Petroski Woodworks, LLC - Scott Petroski Type of Business: Trim Carpenters Sponsor: JP DeLaney

SMC/Affiliates Approved January 2018 Karen Draper - Semonin Realtors Sponsor: Karen McKechnie

Roger Thompson Painting & Restoration Roger Thompson Type of Business: Painting & Restoration Contractor Sponsor: Bill Bardenwerper

Maria Polio - Lisa Lynn Design Services, LLC Sponsor: Lisa Lynn Darla Rissler - Lisa Lynn Design Services, LLC Sponsor: Lisa Lynn

Southern Indiana Roofing & Remodeling Mac McIntosh Type of Business: Roofing & Remodeling Sponsor: John Thomas

Members Pending 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 at the BIA office at 429-6036.

Pending Registered Builder:

Pending Associate Builder/Remodeler:

Fischer Homes Louisville Richard Miles (local representative) 3940 Olympic Boulevard Suite 100 Erlanger, KY 41018 (859) 341-4709

Tracee Dore Tracee Dore Builders 107 Maple Avenue Pewee Valley, KY 40056 (502) 639-1944

Sponsors: Richard Miles and John Miranda

Sponsors: Mike Isaac and Rick Buttorff

Advertising & Event Sponsorship Opportunities Are Available Contact the BIA Marketing Department at 502-429-6000 or via email at carrie@bialouisville.com or katharine@bialouisville.com for more information. March 2018 â&#x20AC;˘ Louisville Builder Magazine 27

Milestone Members Congratulations to these Milestone Members. These members have reached a milestone mark in their Membership with their renewal in March. 55 Years As A Member Allied Ready Mix Co., LLC - Pat Avis 35 Years As A Member William Michael Robey - Registered Builder Sure-Linc Services, Inc. 30 Years K-I West Roofing & Siding Division - John Thomas 25 Years As A Member AWS Remodeling And Design - Sarah Hartman Dennis Jones - Registered Builder*

5 Years As A Member Chris Noonan - Associate Builder Remodeler Cumberland Iron LLC - Mark Jenne Greg Petroski Trim & Woodworking - Greg Petroski** Hall Contracting - Roscoe Willis Interior Tailoring - C. P. Moore Olde Towne Chimney Fireplace Sales and Services - Eric Morris*** Rose Allen LLC - Allen Peavler RSVP of Kentucky - Jeff Vice Shelby Construction - Leonard Nash The Carpenter's Son, LLC - Steve Thomas 1 Years As A Member Benchmark Mortgage - Nick Ellis Better By Design LLC - Justin Ketterer Cassity Transportation - Chris Cassity Clifford (Josh) Thieneman - Registered Builder Consulting Services Inc. - Andrew Nelson** Contracting Solutions LLC - Daniel Lire Dickerson Construction - Darien Dickerson Duncan Commercial Real Estate - Florence Browne Ecofresh Cleaning LLC - Jeremy Hampton Eric Scroggin - Associate Builder Remodeler Finish Line Realty - Justin Howell Guaranteed Rate - Paula Eckert Hale Painting LLC - James Hale* Haystack Inspection Service - Eric Hay Kyle Onan - Associate Builder Remodeler* LBK Creative Design Studio LLC - Larry Kelsey North Central Insulation & Fireplaces - Scott Roitblat** Picture Perfect Landscaping LLC - Stephen S. Wood Pitt & Frank - Cora Henderson Prosperity Promotions - Patrick Young RE/MAX Premier Properties - Jay Pitts Seal Tek of Louisville, LLC - Bill Guelda Serrano's Garcias Painting - Juan Serrano Garcia Solar By Ecos - Chris Zitelli State Farm - Sherry Henry** Steadfast Mortgage Company - Daniel Shults Technology Plus - Mark Hinton

20 Years As A Member Briney Plumbing Co., Inc. - Terry Briney C.H. Buckler Painting - Clarence Buckler Mike Danzinger - Registered Builder* Performance Concrete Construction, Inc. - Kevin Hatzman* Sherwin- William Company - Rachel McMahon* 15 Years As A Member Certainteed Corp. - Joe Neagli Executive Elevator Company - Todd Irvin Gould Electric, LLC - Chris Gould James Ernst - Registered Builder Remodeler Joiner's Drywall, LLC - Jim Joiner Patrick Wissing - Registered Remodeler Pool Man, Inc. - Lisa Kane 10 Years As A Member Alan Minzenberger Wallpapering - Alan Minzenberger** Classic Metal Roofing Systems - Joe Knife Dahlem Realty Company, Inc. - James Dahlem Daniel Swigart - Registered Builder** Joseph Morris - Associate Builder Remodeler K Weaver Construction/Weaver & Liford - Kevin Weaver Newton Contracting, Inc. - David Newton Stephen C. Gault Co. - Steve Gault Renewal Date of: *December

**January

*** February

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HONOR ROLL As of March 1, 2018

Builders: Blacketer Company Clifford Theineman Co., LLC

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

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

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

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

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

Corporate Sponsors Special thanks to these 2018 BIA corporate sponsors:

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

March 2018

April 2018 3

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

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

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

BICF Call Day – 10:00 a.m., BIA SMC Executive Committee – 3:00 p.m., BIA

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

Associate’s Committee – 11:30 a.m., Signature Point Clubhouse

SMC Tax Reform Seminar – 2:00 p.m., Mega Cavern

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

Registered Builder Committee – 10:00 a.m., BIA

BICF Playhouse Reveal – 9:30 a.m., YouthBuild

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

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

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

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Home, Garden & Remodeling Show

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

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

Advertiser Index 19 Bobcat 23 Bonnycastle 9 Ferguson 16 Fireplace Distributors K-I Lumber IFC 16 L&N Federal Credit Union 4 Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance & Wealth Management

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