From the Executive Director's Desk

Hello from the (virtual) Parade Route! We've been seeing a great response online from participants and look forward to the continued momentum as we explore each subdivision.

In terms of events, we have been notified by State Fair Park that we can proceed in planning the 2021 Home Building & Remodeling Expo. Make sure to contact Pam with questions and reserve your booth today. (We will have a full refund/cancellation policy in place in the event of any COVID related changes.)

Please take a moment to register with BuilderLink and reach out to your local Congress members regarding the soaring lumber prices. While we will continue to advocate on all levels, the voice of the individual will continue to show strength.

Finally, the MBA Offices will be closed until further notice, as at least one staff member has tested positive for COVID-19. All affected visitors have been notified by contact tracing by Waukesha County. All meetings will be held via Zoom or rescheduled accordingly.

Big thanks again to our community for your continued support and hard work to advance home building in our area!
DATES TO REMEMBER

AUGUST

15-Sept 7: Virtual Parade of Homes


SEPTEMBER

1: Membership Committee Meeting

7: Office CLOSED for Labor Day

10: Executive Board Meeting via Zoom

15: Gscheidmeier B2B, Buildings Trade Council

16: Metzger B2B, Demlang B2B

17: Advocacy Council

18: Belman B2B

21-23: Real Estate Renewal Series
Connection
Connecting with our members and our communities.
UPDATE: Awards/Officer Installation Dinner rescheduled to December 1st
Parade of Homes 2020
Virtual Parade of Homes
The Virtual Parade of Homes is in full effect! If you haven't already, make sure to follow the Metropolitan Builders Association Parade of Homes Facebook page to get in on the action and share our posts to help amplify the message.

Experience the Virtual Parade for yourself by visiting MBAParadeofHomes.com!
Home Building & Remodeling Show | Now Accepting Booth Applications!
MBA is now accepting Booth Applications for the 2021 Home Building & Remodeling Show, scheduled for January 15-17 at the Wisconsin State Fair Park. Booth selections will be granted on a first come, first served basis. Early bird pricing runs through September 17th! Contact Pam with questions.
Women in Construction
Celebrate Professional Women in Building
In honor of NAHB's Professional Women in Building Week Sept 14-18, join us for a Virtual Meet-up on Tuesday, September 15th from 4-5pm!

The meet-up will feature discussion and Q&A with special guests, Joyce Duerfeldt, PWB Regional Director and JoAnn Kostik, Area 10 PWB Trustee. Stick around for social breakout sessions following the discussion!
Newspaper
Home of the Week Feature
Reap the rewards of your MBA membership and submit your home to be the "Home of the Week" in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's Real Estate section.

Simply provide some basic information about your model and requested feature date, and our team will make sure you get the exposure your new model deserves
Nation Association of Home Builders Award Trophy
NAHB Awards Program
Are you or someone you know making a positive impact on the residential building industry? If so, now it the time to shine and set yourself apart in your building industry niche.

Categories closing September 11:
  • Best in American LivingTM Awards
  • Best of 55+ Housing Awards
  • Multifamily Pillars of Industry Awards
Sherri - July-Aug20
Education
Learning more about the construction industry, each other, and business in general.
Real Estate Education Classes
We have a limited number of seats in the upcoming Real Estate Renewal Series, coming to you September 21-23. These sessions will be held at the MBA main offices from 8:30AM to 1PM, with courses one through four eligible for 4 DCQ credits per day for a total of 8 credits.

Please note: courses five and six are electives and therefore not eligible for DCQ credit at this time.
Advocacy
Speaking up and out on behalf of the home construction industry.
Wood - Lumber
ACTION NEEDED: Contact Congress
The NAHB is seeking action from President Trump and the administration in regards to soaring lumber prices and supply shortages.

Help amplify our voice when you register for BuilderLink to easily reach out to members of congress and let them know that lumber means business.
Sponsor Corner
Nonn's Kitchen & Bath Flooring
As an essential business, dedicated to you and your clients, Nonn’s is open and running at full capacity!

During these unprecedented times, we’ve used the creativity and imagination we’re known for to find safe, yet inspiring ways, to work at full capacity! We’re offering private, in-showroom appointments and inspiring virtual consultations for you and your clients, we’re turning around bids as normal, delivering samples, getting products ordered, installing and more.