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FRANK ARANZA ADOPT- A-FAMILY PROJECT Saturday, December 4 See page 16 for details.
NO ASSOCIATE COUNCIL IN DECEMBER
ASSOCIATE COUNCIL LUNCHEON Thursday, February 3 11:30 a.m. at GHBA
Topic: TBA
Cost: $10/person $15 at the door Sponsorships available!
ASSOCIATE COUNCIL LUNCHEON Thursday, March 3 11:30 a.m. at GHBA
Topic: TBA
Cost: $10/person $15 at the door Sponsorships available!
ASSOCIATE COUNCIL BOARD OF DIRECTORS President: Jim Wyatt, MasterBrand Cabinets
Vice President: Keith Rodgers, HomeTeam Pest Defense
Secretary: Denny Patterson, Airtron Houston
Treasurer: Beth Avalos, Floors Inc.
Past President: David Hodges, Brandom Cabinets
INFO/SPONSORSHIPS: D'Nita Kuhn
281.970.8970 x130
dkuhn@ghba.org
ASSOCIATE COUNCIL NEWS A
s I prepared to write this, the final article of 2010 for the Associate Council, I
took a moment to look back on all that was accomplished in 2010. This has been an incredible year for the Associate Council. We have formed a board of directors of some of the most dedicated individuals that I have ever had the pleasure of working with. The associate’s leadership worked hard with the board to make sure that we “brought value to each meeting.”
The monthly meeting format change was also a huge success, largely in part to all of the hard work by the BSSG Committee and the top notch speakers that they secured all year. I think that everyone who attended a meeting this year was given at least one piece of information that will help them in their business.
The council also hosted some great events this year, including the Spring Golf
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Associate Council President Jim Wyatt, director of operation- Texas for Masterbrand Cabinets.
s 2010 draws to an end, it seems like this year has been a whirlwind. This
year has continued to show me the strength of homebuilding industry in Houston and the determination of every associate during these difficult times we face. We can bend, but we will not be broken. Rather than sticking our heads in the sand, we show up, come together and learn how to be the best we can be for our families, our industry and ourselves.
Beth Avalos, Floors Inc. Floors Inc provides high quality flooring solutions to the homebuilding and multifamily market. With personalized programs and a commitment to excellence, “discover the difference for your company.” Beth can be reached at (281) 802-3346.
A special thank you to Amy Haywood from Taylor Morrison and Jay McManus from Ryland, for speaking to the Associate Council in November.
“Think outside the box” was the theme of the day. What are you doing to make yourself shine? Always be on the lookout for any opportunity to fill a need with builders. Be prepared to bring added value
Tournament, our inaugural Dove Hunt, and the 9th Annual BBQ Cookoff, just to name a few. As this article is being written, the preliminary numbers show that this has been our biggest turnout ever for the BBQ! Thanks to all you builders and associates who made this event into the popular event it is.
On a personal note, it has been a great honor to serve as your president this year and to work with such a wonderful group of people. I have been given a great privilege to serve the Associate Council and I truly feel blessed to be a part of such a wonderful organization. I look forward to continued involvement in this council and can only imagine what this group will accomplish in the next few years.
Best regards,
Jim Wyatt 2010 Associate Council President
products to builders not just the best prices. If you have something will be significant to a homebuyer, builders will be interested in what you have to share as well.
Thank you for allowing me to share another year with you. On a personal note, this year has brought its own share of challenges for me as I have had to face lung cancer for the second time. Just like homebuilding has its ups and downs, so does life. I know with the support I have received from each one of you there is nothing I cannot overcome. I am confident life still holds so much for me and for each one of you.
I wish you
and your family the best holiday wishes and look forward to an awesome 2011 with each of you.
Happy holidays!
Beth Avalos 2010 Associate Council Treasurer
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