June 2021
Summer Regional Meetings

The dates and times for the Summer 2021 Regional Meetings have been set. The Six-Week Mailing will be sent out the first week of June. But please be sure to mark the dates on your calendars and urge your members to attend. Just a reminder that ALL members are invited and encouraged to attend. This is the chance they have to express their thoughts and get items on the agenda for the Summer Board of Directors Meeting.

NORTHCENTRAL - Thursday, June 10, 5:00 PM, ZOOM
MIDWEST - Monday, June 14, 5:30 PM, ZOOM
MIDEAST - Monday, June 14, 5:30 PM, ZOOM
SOUTHWEST - Tuesday, June 15, 3:00 PM, Conference Call
NORTHEAST - Thursday, June 17, 5:00 PM, ZOOM
SOUTHCENTRAL - Tuesday, June 22, 5:30 PM, ZOOM
SOUTHEAST - Wednesday, June 23, 3:00 PM, ZOOM
NORTHWEST - Wednesday, June 23, 6:30 PM, ZOOM

Please share this registration LINK with your members.

The Summer Committee and Board of Directors Meetings
will be held virtually July 12-15.

PLEASE NOTE that the Board of Directors Meeting will be held on a THURSDAY for the Summer.
View the EOC Spring Leadership Meeting Schedule

The NAHB 2021 Spring Leadership Meetings, June 14-18, will be held exclusively through virtual sessions. View the EOC schedule of events. Questions? Contact Caroline Fabacher.
Local of the Month - Builders Association of Fayette County

This local HBA, located in southwestern Pennsylvania, is comprised of hard-working, longtime members who are dedicated to supporting each other and the community. Learn more about the BA of Fayette County as the PBA June Local of the Month.

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Meet Judy Vrabel, EO of the Builders Association of Fayette County

How long have you been an EO? "I became Executive Officer on September 10, 2010. I began this part-time position after retiring from our local hospital with 30 years of service. I considered just being here for a year. Time has certainly gone by quickly." 
What do you like best about being an EO? "I have enjoyed working with our incredible members. Meeting other EOs by attending association management seminars and other activities held by PBA and NAHB has been so rewarding and very informative."
What is a “fun fact” about you that no one may know? "No one knows but even though I fly quite often, I am very frightened to fly. My sons live in Florida, so I visit quite often."
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One in 21: Starts With You

Membership supports the long-term, sustainable growth of our Federation and every member has the power to make an impact. In 2021, we’re encouraging HBAs to focus on membership growth with us and inspire members to get involved. ONE in 21 is a new campaign to empower all members to take part in the recruitment and retention process – one member at a time.
 
ONE in 21 signals that even just one membership touch can make a difference. One simple conversation can lead to another, and another, and it goes on like a ripple effect. This is not a call to action for only our top recruiters, but for all members. Peer to peer recruitment and retention works, and participation equals value for your HBA. Strengthening membership can only make us stronger in pursuit of our mission. Together we’ll engage, recruit and retain smarter than we ever have before.
 
Use the campaign graphics in your HBA communications, on your website and on social media to promote recruitment and retention success to your members. Whether it comes from a local HBA directly, or a fellow member, it is important to start the ONE in 21 conversation. With the NAHB Spring Leadership Meeting around the corner, now is a great time to download and use the “Recruit 1 in 2021” virtual background to show your support.
 
Questions? Contact Isabel Shocket.
June is National Homeownership Month
Home is now more important than ever. National Homeownership Month in June is an opportunity to remind consumers about the evolving role of the home and its importance in our lives. NAHB has developed materials to help you highlight positive messages about the home building industry and provide consumers with information on the benefits of homeownership.

Check out the National Homeownership Month Tool Kit here.
Monthly Lunch With the PBA President

Starting in June, the PBA Virtual Lunch with the President will change to a monthly schedule.

Set aside the first Wednesday of the month at NOON and join Cindy to talk about PBA and other topics that impact the industry. In addition, there will be special guests.

Access information will be posted on social media, on the "Virtual Lunch with the President" page of the PBA website (under the NEWS tab), and in Trade Secrets.

Please join Cindy and share the links with your members.
DID YOU KNOW?

PBA is now posting weekly Did You Know graphics on social media. Included are links for more information. We encourage you to share these with your members. Below are the topics that ran during May.

When you prepare to excavate, Pennsylvania State Law requires you to contact 8-1-1 or www.paonecall.org BEFORE you dig? The cost if $125, but PBA members have that fee covered through their membership. - MORE INFORMATION

The PBA Workers’ Compensation program has saved members thousands of dollars a year? It doesn’t cost anything to have a conversation and see how much money you can hang onto. - MORE INFORMATION

NAHB has business tools to help members manage their business. - MORE INFORMATION

Last year, PBA’s Endorsed Trade Program awarded 677 students across Pennsylvania with certificates for successfully completing their education in one or more of the building trades? That’s a ready-made workforce for the homebuilding industry. - MORE INFORMATION

You can save money from some of the biggest national companies on products and services your company uses anyway? Take advantage of the National Purchasing Partners program today. - MORE INFORMATION

The next EOC Meeting will be JUNE 16 at 9:30 a.m.

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Meeting ID: 879 4488 9520
Phone: 1-646-558-8656