Every year, HBAL honors the young people who have excelled in programs we sponsor, such as our Interior Design and CAD Residential Design Contest. We also award scholarships to high school seniors who are continuing their education in a construction-related field. HBAL takes very seriously its dedication to youth and to housing and we feel we have some outstanding programs which foster an interest in and love for homebuilding.
2025 Board of Directors
Executive Committee
Jereme Montgomery, President
Dan Loeck, President Elect
Scott Schneider, 1st Vice President
Perry Haralson, 2nd Vice President
Beau Daffer, Immediate Past President
Ryan Trausch, Secretary
Bob Bryant, Treasurer
Michaela Schwarten, Executive Vice President
Directors
Jeremy Bishoff
Chris Collins
Dave Chapin
Megan Dreyer
Andrew Hartman
Jordan Kreifels
Dave Lakin
Megan McKay
Jeff Pankoke
Maria Semerad
Marlene Stroup
Tim Zeng
Remodelers Council
Matt Firestone
Past Presidents
Jim Christo
Steve Fulton
Ward Fred Hoppe
Justin Johnson
Bo Jones
Matt Kinning
Mike Kinning
President’s Message
Jereme Montgomery, HBAL President
The Power of Leadership and Growth
As the 75th president of the Home Builders Association of Lincoln, I am honored to lead an organization that values leadership and growth. Our industry thrives when we invest in these qualities, fostering collaboration and innovation.
Leadership isn’t just about managing projects, it’s about setting an example, inspiring others and strengthening our industry. Whether you’re a builder, supplier, or industry partner, your role helps shape the future of home construction in our community. By supporting one another and sharing knowledge, we can elevate our profession together.
Personal growth is equally important. Great leaders embrace challenges, pursue improvement and remain open to new ideas. Growth doesn’t happen by chance, it requires effort and a mindset of progress. I urge each of you to set new goals, step outside your comfort zone and strive for excellence.
Dan Klein, Sr.
Mike May
Herb Reese
Roger Reynolds
Mike Rezac
Denny Van Horn
Lori Wellman
HBAL Staff
Michaela Schwarten, Jennie Korth, Laure Husmann
Together, we can build more than just homes, we can build a community of strong, innovative leaders. I look forward to working with you all to strengthen HBAL and create lasting opportunities for our industry.
Thank you for your dedication to HBAL. Let’s make this a year of leadership, growth and success.
Calendar of Events
Tribute to Youth Country Club of Lincoln
April 8
April 10
April 17
5:45 p.m. - Social, 6:30 p.m. - Dinner
Cost: $20 for HBAL Members
HOMEPAC Meeting
HBAL • 6100 S. 58th Street, Ste. C 8:00 a.m.
HBAL Board of Directors Meeting
HBAL • 6100 S. 58th Street, Ste. C 10:30 a.m.
April
April 23
Construction Career Day Haymarket Park • Lot 19 (south lot) 403 Line Drive Circle
See page 10 for more info.
Apr. 26-27 Tour of Remodeled Homes
Remember to vote!
Primary Election April 8 | General Election May 6
Membership in the HBAL gives you a voice in government on the state and local level through its political action committee called HOMEPAC.
Financial contributions from our members ensure HOMEPAC has adequate funds to contribute to candidates who understand the true importance of housing in Lincoln and Nebraska. Members who contribute $100 or more are voting members of HOMEPAC. All members of HBAL are invited to attend the meetings.
HOMEPAC supports the following candidates for City Council:
• Stan Parker
• Tom Beckius
• Bennie Shobe
• Sandra Washington
• Jerry Shoecraft
Member News
Our sympathy to Craig & Lori Gana, Gana Trucking & Excavating, on the death of Craig's father, Paul, who passed away March 4, 2025.
Tribute to Youth
with Guest Speaker
Amanda Woodward
Tuesday, April 8
5:45 p.m. Social • 6:30 p.m. Dinner
Country Club of Lincoln
3200 S. 24th Street
Cost: $25 for HBAL Members or $30 for Guests
Send your RSVP by March 28 to info@hbal.org or call 402-423-4225. Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions. Cancelations must be received by April 1. No Shows will be billed.
Amanda teaches aviation maintenance at North Star High School. When she thinks something is cool, you’ll never hear the end of it. She uses this passion to teach students about the demand for skilled trades people. Amanda strives to help students find a path to rewarding and financially stable careers. She spearheads the Rock the Trades fair curated for students interested in getting to work quickly after graduation. She also works with Duncan Aviation to build a partnership for students to explore the unlimited opportunities in aviation. Amanda prepares students for success by ensuring what’s being taught in the shop mirrors what’s happening in industry.
The Remodelers Council of Lincoln was started in 1986 and today consists of approximately 100 members from Lincoln’s remodeling community. The Remodelers Council provides an array of activities for its members to promote their business, expand their professional network within the residential construction industry and participate in educational classes that enhance their skills and knowledge.
Scan the QR code for more information and a directory of Remodelers Council Members.
April 26 & 27
Noon to 5:00 p.m.
Admission: $5 for all 10 homes
1. 2210 W. Sumner Street
Kitchen & Bath Remodel
Lincoln Cabinet
2. 1807 SW 17th Street
Kitchen Remodel
Lincoln Cabinet
3. 3330 Hillside Street
Laundry & Screened Deck Addition
Willet Construction, Inc.,
Remodeling Specialists
4. 1001 Fall Creek Road
Kitchen Addition
Reese Construction, Inc.
5. 4901 Rentfro Drive
Second Floor Addition & Remodel
Robison Design Build
6. 6240 Blackstone Road
Kitchen Remodel
GoodeGuy Construction
7. 5900 S. 97th Street
Basement Remodel
Willet Construction, Inc.,
Remodeling Specialists
8. 7833 S. 23rd Street*
Kitchen & Living Room Remodel
White Oak Custom Contracting
*This entry will close at 4:00 p.m. Sunday
9. 3231 W. Covered Bridge Road
Kitchen Remodel & First Floor Updates
Personal Touch Designs
10. 4901 W. Deercrest Drive
Kitchen & Powder Room Remodel
Lincoln Cabinet
March Board Report
Remodelers Council:
The Remodelers Council had a Happy Hour last month at Venue Lounge with 25 people in attendance. Their next meeting is March 12, meeting at L’s Kitchen for lunch at 11:30 a.m., followed by a tour of the new Fire Station 8. The deadline for the Tour of Remodeled Homes is March 7.
• Epic Building & Remodeling, Vasil Pashuyla Sponsor: Dan Loeck
• Multi Pitch Builders, LLC, Greg Sander Sponsor: John Crumrine
• White Oak Custom Contracting, Chase Uher Sponsor: Matt Kleinschmit
Parade of Homes:
There are 33 homes in the Spring Parade.
HOMEPAC:
LB441 has come out of committee at the State Legislature with an amendment that removes the requirement to keep a list of all workers on a job when requesting a virtual inspection. The bill will allow for nonstructural virtual inspections state-wide if utilized by contractor.
There were seven state senators who joined HBAL at a senator reception in February.
Habitat for Humanity:
Habitat for Humanity is seeking a builder to join their Board of Directors. They meet bi-monthly on the 4th Monday at the Habitat office.
Construction Career Day:
Members are encouraged to volunteer at Construction Career Day on April 23.
CareerPathway:
Six videos are live on the website showing the building process. Bo is going live in classrooms with LPS for additional instruction.
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HBAL Member Spotlight
Sable Lambley Designer and Project Manager
CS Kitchen and Bath Studio
sable@cskitchenandbath.com | 308-737-6562
Click here to view Sable's full Member Spotlight.
Tell us about your family. My boyfriend Evan is in his first year for his Masters of Architecture at UNL. We graduated in May, Architecture for him and Interior Design for me. We have two cats, Goose and Ash, who are our world even though Goose is an absolute menace but Ash makes up for it with his sweet nature. We enjoy staying in but enjoy minigolf, going to the Henry Doorly Zoo, etc.
What are you currently reading or listening to? NCIDQ Prep and a lot of Taylor Swift and Eminem.
Name a recent movie you watched that blew you away. Twister
What are you currently bingewatching? Yellowstone
Best restaurant you've ever been to? San Remo in New York. They serve authentic Italian food and their gluten free options are delicious.
Favorite place you've traveled? A tie between Santorini, Greece and Barcelona, Spain.
Where are you from? Where did you go to school? I grew up in Benkelman, NE and went to the University of NebraskaLincoln for Interior Design.
What is the most unique or interesting thing about you that most people probably don’t know? At 23 years old, I have already visited seven countries.
If you could have a superpower, what would it be? Luck (inspired by Deadpool 2).
Who is someone who's made a big impact on your life? Why? My mentor Bradley during my internship in college.
In the ten months I worked with him, he taught me about being an inspector and so much more in the professional construction/design world. I'm forever grateful for all his help.
What do you love the most about your job? I love working with clients, helping them achieve their dream kitchen/bath and the differences in each project.
If you could collaborate with anyone, who would it be? Why? My college professor, Kendra Ordia. She has conducted extensive research in biophilic design and interior nature, and I believe incorporating these concepts into the home environment would be an excellent design approach.
What are your future goals and aspirations for your career? I am working on my NCIDQ certification but am also looking into CKBD certification.
To be considered for the next Member Spotlight, click here.
Parade of Homes Trademark & Use of Logo
The Parade of Homes™ is trademarked by the Home Builders Association of Lincoln (HBAL) and the use of the name and logo is only allowed with HBAL’s permission.
PARADE of Homes
GUIDELINES FOR USING PARADE OF HOMES AND THE OFFICIAL LOGO:
• Contact HBAL at info@hbal.org to request permission and, if desired, receive the current logo file.
• When using Parade of Homes, you must also reference the Homes Builders Association of Lincoln (ie. HBAL's Parade of Homes).
• When using the Parade of Homes logo, the HBAL logo must be included.
• HBAL must be tagged on all posts using Parade of Homes and/or the logo.
• Use of Parade of Homes or its logo is limited to builders, real estate agents/listing companies or advertisers participating in the Parade of Homes.
• Do not alter the logo in any way.
• Do not use Parade of Homes or its logo in a way that suggests endorsement, sponsorship or affiliation with HBAL unless explicitly authorized to do so.
We love it when our members promote our events! Here are a few ways you can promote the Parade of Homes!
• Comment, like and share the content posted on HBAL’s social media pages including links to the official Parade of Homes guidebook* and promotional video.
• Tag HBAL in your social media content promoting the Parade of Homes.
SOUTHWEST VILLAGE HEIGHTS
1. 845 W. El Alameda Street
Schneider Custom Homes
PRAIRIE WEST
2. 2285 SW 50th Street
Prairie Home Builders, Inc.
HUB HALL HEIGHTS
3. 4044 Woodside Village Court Remington Homes, LLC
FALLBROOK
4. 701 Blue Sage Blvd. Blake Builders
5. 6923 Stonebrook Pkwy. MAVEN Homes
CHARLESTON HEIGHTS
6. 900 Middleton Avenue
Rybak Homes, Inc.
STONE BRIDGE CREEK
7. 6950 Claystone Drive Smetter Homes
CERESCO
8. 131 Hunter Street
Don Johnson Homes II, Inc.
PRAIRIE VILLAGE NORTH
9. 2924 N. 86th Street
Prairie Home Builders, Inc.
10. 2930 N. 86th Street Prairie Home Builders, Inc.
33. 3000 Bertram Street Epic Building & Remodeling
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2025 Construction Career Day
Wednesday, April 23, 2025 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Haymarket Park 403 Line Drive Circle Lot 19 (south parking lot)
Hands-on Activities
Construction Demonstrations
Construction Career Booths
If your business is interested in participating in this event, click the contract for the registration form or contact Jereme Montgomery at 402-525-5535 or Ben Klein at bklein@lincolnlaminating.com for more information.
Thank you to all our contestants!
Cambria USA
Stephens & Smith Construction Co.
West Gate Bank
Lincoln Federal Savings Bank
Window Option Specialists
Zeng Countertops & Surfaces
Avid Realty
Mead Lumber
Hartland Homes
HBAL
And our Sponsors!
Event Sponsor: Cornhusker Bank
Keg Beer provided by:
Lincoln Federal Savings Bank
Cinnamon Rolls provided by: Mead Lumber Company
Door Prizes provided by: Cornhusker Bank
Nebraska Furniture Mart
HBAL
Raising Cane’s
Lincoln Children’s Zoo
Lincoln Children’s Museum
Click here to view the list of raffle winners and more photos! Thanks also to Matt Firestone, Concrete Craft, for being our emcee for the evening!
Matt Firestone
Remodelers Council Chairperson
It feels like spring is finally here, which means there is a flurry of activity for HBAL and the Remodelers Council.
The Remodelers Council had a great turnout for last month's tour of Lincoln's newest fire station. With the unique challenges of balancing the need for function, public service and living accommodations, we heard how Lincoln Fire & Rescue, the City of Lincoln and the design team collaborated to design a facility to serve Lincoln better while also considering the health and wellbeing of our first responders. It was intriguing to learn how much the needs of the fire service and first responders have changed since the original Station 8 was built in 1958.
Be sure to mark your calendars for two other important events this month. Construction Career Days on April 23 will help get the next generation excited about career opportunities in our industry. The following weekend is the Tour of Remodeled Homes on April 26 & 27. Be sure to get out and support your fellow Remodelers Council members showcasing their work.
Cheers, Matt
Publication of the Remodelers Council of Lincoln April 2025 • Vol. 28, No. 4
Tour of Fire Station 8
March 12, 2025
The Remodelers Council grabbed lunch at L’s Kitchen and then walked across the street for a tour of the new Station 8 for their March meeting. Thanks to Chief Mahler and the crew for giving us a behind the scenes look!
View more photos of our Remodelers Council meetings here
Tap here to watch the recap video!
Welcome New Members
2-10 Homebuyers Warranty
Brandi Bishop
Phone: 720-759-8100
Email: bbishop@2-10.com
Web: www.2-10.com
Sponsor: Josh Popp, Provision Realty Group
2-10 Homebuyers Warranty is the largest and most experienced structural warranty administration and currently provides structural warranties for 1 in 5 new homes. We help builders protect their projects with performance guidelines, warranty management software and structural warranties.
DCA Builders, LLC
Andrea Ahrens
Phone: 402-413-5707
Email: andrea@dcabuilders.com
Web: www.dcabuilders.com
Sponsor: Christina Melgoza, Queenpin Builders
We build semi-custom homes incorporating high quality materials, modern designs and thoughtful features. Our process eliminates worry and decision fatigue by providing expert guidance and streamlining every step, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience for the buyer.
Epic Building & Remodeling
Vasil Pashuyla
Phone: 402-304-1070
Email: vasilpashuyla@yahoo.com
Web: www.epicbuildingandremodeling.com
Sponsor: Dan Loeck, Loeck Designs
Epic Building and Remodeling is a family owned boutique custom home builder. We specialize in residential custom homes and existing home remodels in Lincoln and the surrounding area.
Multi Pitch Builders, LLC
Greg Sander
Phone: 531-310-6898
Email: greg.sander@multipitchbuilders.com
Sponsor: John Crumrine, Nebraska Realty
White Oak Custom Contracting
Chase Uher
Phone: 402-416-2560
Email: whiteoakcustomcontracting@gmail.com
Web: www.whiteoakcustomcontracting.com
Sponsor: Matt Kleinschmit, Pride Homes
White Oak is a trusted general contractor specializing in residential remodels, additions and home renovations. We bring expert craftsmanship and attention to detail to every project whether it’s a kitchen remodel, basement finish, bathroom upgrade or whole home renovation. With commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, we work closely with homeowners to bring their vision to life.
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