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Many of the accomplishments and successful programs at PCBA are the direct result of committees and councils. They are the backbone of a strong association. Through committees, we are able to bring together the knowledge and expertise of industry members. Serving on a committee is one of the easiest and most fun ways to network with other members. Anyone from a member company is welcome to join a committee.
Most committees meet at the PCBA office during the noon hour and lunch is served. If you are interested in attending a committee meeting to "check out" whether you might be interested in joining, just call the PCBA office. The staff will notify you of the next meeting. It's always your choice regarding the level of involvement that you might like, but one easy way to find out is to attend a committee meeting.
Associate Council
Chair: Barbie Taylor, Lakeland Electric
Offers associate members a forum to address their needs and concerns. They plan and coordinate the spring and fall golf tournaments and the annual auction. Open to all associate members.
Join this committee if you like to be involved in planning and coordinating social events. This is a great venue for networking.
Staff Liaison: Pat Edleman
Builders Liaison Committee
Chair: Dave Adams, Highland Homes Co-Chair: Lucas Martin, Adams Homes
Builder members meet with city and county building officials to keep the lines of communication open between these departments and PCBA members. Problems with regulations and policies are discussed in order to find positive solutions.
Join this committee if you are concerned about regulations and policies set by city and county building officials.
Staff Liaison: Stephanie Hutton
Fishing Tournament Committee
Chair: Keith Combee, Combee Insulation
Plans and coordinates the annual fishing tournament.
Join this committee if you like to fish and you'd like to be part of planning and coordinating this annual event.
Staff Liaison: Pat Edleman
Government Affairs Committee
Chair: Sean Harper, Harper Homes Co-Chair: Brian Walsh, Highland Homes
Monitors the activities of county and city governments as it relates to the building industry. Plans and implements PCBA's governmental relations program through aggressive lobbying and meetings with elected officials.
Join this committee if you want the latest news in the government arena and would like to make a difference in local, grassroots politics for the good of the industry.
Staff Liaison: Stephanie Hutton
Green Building Council
Chair: Bill Cook, Cook Construction
The Council’s mission is to strengthen the awareness of green building concepts and technologies and to promote the available incentive opportunities among our members and their customers. The Council will present an unbiased variety of existing resources for green standards and certification, while providing opportunities for marketing and networking. We will be proactive in our stewardship to our environment, our economy, our industry and our community to create an improved path of profitable growth for commercial and residential construction throughout Polk County.
Staff Liaison: Stephanie Hutton
Membership Committee
Chair: Barbie Taylor, Lakeland Electric Co-Chair: Roger Atherton, Counter Effects by Roger
Promotes growth of the association; recruits new members; fosters member involvement; delivers new member packets; welcomes new members and assists them in the networking process; encourages membership renewals by helping members to better understand the benefits of the association.
Join this committee if you enjoy generating ideas and like to meet and talk to people. This is a great venue for networking.
Staff Liaison: Pat Edleman
Parade of Homes Committee
Chair: Michael Dean, William Dean Homes of Lakeland Co-Chair: Rob Nunez, Florida Home Designs
Establishes policies and guidelines for the two annual, county-wide parade of homes events.
Join this committee if you are a builder or supplier of products and/or services for parade home entries.
Staff Liaison: Pat Edleman
Sales and Marketing Council
Chair: Kathie McDaniel, Highland Homes
Comprised of sales and marketing professionals doing business in Polk County. Exists to serve its members through education, recognition, networking and career development. Dues are $70 per year.
Join this committee if you are a sales and marketing professional.
Staff Liaison: Pat Edleman
Past Presidents Council
Chair: Carlton Hodges, LeMans Properties
The Immediate Past President shall serve as the chair. The Council shall consist of Past Presidents of the Association. Participation by Past Presidents shall be on a voluntary basis. The Spring meeting shall be for the State Legislative Review and input to the Florida Home Builders Association or any other matters. The Fall meeting shall be to elect two (2) past president representatives with full voting privileges, who’s names shall be given to the nominating committee to be included in the final slate of the Board of Directors for the coming year.
Staff Liaison: Stephanie Hutton
Political Action Committee
Chair: Augie Fragala, Powell, Fragala & Associates Co-Chair: Mark Wilson, Kimley-Horn
Meets to discuss political issues. Interviews candidates for endorsement by the PCBA. Oversees the administration of PCBA’s PAC Account. Mission-Protect the Building Industry from unwarranted governmental restrictions and regulations and preserve the opportunity of homeownership by helping elect pro-industry candidates to federal, state and local offices.
Staff Liaison: Stephanie Hutton
Golf Committee
Chair: Dean Brown, Whirlpool; Lucas Martin, Adams Homes of NW FL; Kevin Rhoden, Wayne Automatic Fire Sprinkler
The PCBA has a spring and fall golf tournament.
Staff Liaison: Pat Edleman
Nominating Committee
Chair: Carlton Hodges, LeMans Properties
See qualified candidates to serve as officers and directors of the PCBA. Review interested nominees to confirm ability to serve. Five-member committee, appointed by the President. Immediate Past President and the current President shall be (2) of the (5) members.
Staff Liaison: Stephanie Hutton
Complaint & Mediation
Chair: Bill Cook, Cook Construction
Staff Liaison: Stephanie Hutton
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