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Summer 2023
Happy Summer/Fall HBA friends! Everything is melting as I write this latest installment of the President's Report. It's HOT!!
It's been a very exciting summer! Our HBA members have been busy. This June we had another successful Parade of Homes, where some 109 showcased the talent and craftsmanship of our local builders and trade partners. This event has been a pivotal part of our calendar year after year and we would love to thank all the sponsors and volunteers who helped make it great!
July was our Association Appreciation event at the Summit Club downtown. Christmas Vacation was the theme and the place was decorated accordingly. I want to give a HUGE shout-out to the HBA staff for making that event something truly special. Our Associates are a large part of our association, and we want to make them feel as though they are getting the most from their membership. September is also Associates Appreciation Month at NAHB. Speaking of NAHB, on the 19th of July we had a visit from Judy Dinelle (2023 NAHB Membership Chair) and Christi Powell (Women Business Enterprise Lead 84 Lumber) during the PWB event at the HBA. It was so good to hear their fantastic success stories which were very inspiring.
Also in July, was the first ever Rogers County Chapter Summer Picnic and Cornhole tournament. Congratulations to the winners. I know all had a good time even though it was scalding.
August events included the GMM Municipality round table at the Mike Fretz event center, SW Chapter Jenks Chamber Update and the Owasso Chapter golf tournament held at Shangri-La on Grand Lake O' the Cherokees. This event was super successful, with many participants staying in the area for extra golf, fun and relaxation. Be on the lookout for that event to happen again next year and plan according for the pool party and par three action. It's hard to believe this year is more than half over. It's been my pleasure serving our members as President, but it's gone by so fast! We are looking forward to finishing the year strong with membership, networking and events, helping make our members succeed throughout our industry.
Cheers!
