Members receive TAB ‘Of the Year’ Awards
The Texas Association of Builders TAB swore in its 2024 president, Don Allen, and handed out five “Of the Year” awards at the prestigious 2023 Excellence in Leadership Dinner on Nov. 15 at The San Luis Resort in Galveston. Dallas BA members received three “Of the Year” awards, which are given annually to recognize exemplary service and leadership contributions to the homebuilding industry by its members.
DEVELOPER OF THE YEAR
Upon assuming the role of the TAB Membership Committee Chair, Justin Webb took immediate and decisive action by establishing a “membership champions” list comprised of local HBA officers, executive officers and member advocates dedicated to the ambitious goal of expanding TAB membership to over 10,000.
Over the past two years, Justin has demonstrated unwavering diligence in maintaining regular communication with these dedicated membership advocates, consistently driving efforts to foster membership growth. As a result of his strategic and persistent approach, TAB is currently experiencing its highest membership numbers in over three years and is on the verge of surpassing the significant 10,000-member milestone.
J.B. SANDLIN BUILDER OF THE YEAR
Tilson Custom Home Builders has been a paragon of unwavering commitment and support to TAB for decades. As major donors to HOMEPAC, they actively champion TAB’s advocacy initiatives and have generously contributed thousands of dollars to the Texas Builders Foundation.
Demonstrating a profound dedication to the industry, Tilson Homes encourages its employees to take leadership roles within TAB, with many serving as senior officers, committee chairs and voting members on various committees, task forces and councils.
Moreover, Tilson Homes has played a pivotal role in community development by allowing employees to facilitate construction training at local HBAs.
ASSOCIATE OF THE YEAR
Throughout 2023, RESNET® played a crucial role in supporting members following the enactment of Texas House Bill 3215 — a pivotal update to the state’s universal energy code compliance pathway. Committed to being a conduit for the latest energy code information, RESNET® conducted an extensive educational initiative. They offering remote Zoom at Noon education webinars throughout the year. Moreover, RESNET® sponsored and facilitated training classes at all 26 local associations, covering the expenses for trainers and materials.
Notably, RESNET® took a prominent role as the Education Center sponsor, exhibitor and presenter of an education session at the 2023 Sunbelt Builders Show.