From education opportunities to training and other programs offered by the Local, State and National HBAs, I’ve found my investment to have been invaluable. As a member, I also have a voice in political issues that affect our building industry through HOMEPAC, our Political Action Committee. If you’re not a member or, just not actively involved, you’re missing out.

Our company is proud to be part of an organization that so strongly supports our industry. Not only do we have the opportunity to network and meet new friends at events…but we also have a great time doing so!

As a Manufacturers representative for over 14 years, I’m no stranger to consumer trade shows. Without a doubt, Little Rock’s Home Show is the best one I’ve ever worked. It’s very well organized and professional. It’s evident that the Home Builders Association takes great pride in planning, producing and advertising this show. Given the tough economic times we’re in, the HBA managed to get thousands of people out. What’s more is that attendees were attentive and serious – not just simply looking for a free gift or hand out. We generated wonderful leads and they’ll no doubt turn into new business. I couldn’t be happier!

Our membership directory and buyers guide is one of the first places builder members go to find qualified sub-contractors. As our industry comes out of this slow building period, builders will undoubtedly go to the directory to seek out contractors to perform much needed work. The best way to set yourself up for new jobs is being a member of the HBA.

Having never participated in the SHOW before 2009, I asked the thoughts of previous vendors. Upon their advice, I signed up for the show and took a few hundred sets of materials. Halfway through the Show’s second day (Saturday), I ran out of literature. I brought more on Sunday and ran out again! Once it was over, I had generated five times more leads than I anticipated. Saying that this was “great” falls short. It was “overwhelming” and “fantastic”.  To date, I’ve booked 50% of leads that I’ve called on.

Our membership in the Home Builders Association has given us insight into the building business and how we can better partner with our builder clients and meet their needs. We choose to get involved to let builders know that Lenders Title is here to help them with their business needs.

The monthly seminars cover a variety of subjects essential to our industry. Although there are many wonderful benefits to being a member, I think that the value of our education seminars alone is more than worth the cost of membership dues.

I joined the GREEN BUILT® Program because I wanted to be involved in the first association-based green building program in the state. I really believe green building will be mainstream in the next five years, and I want to make sure I’m on the front end for both my business and my customers.