About Us
Learn More About the Home Builders Association of Columbia
The Home Builders Association of Columbia is your local mid-Missouri affiliate of the
National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). We exist to provide a voice for the Columbia home building industry. Our organization supports everyone involved in the housing industry, from home buyers to home builders, architects, realtors, remodelers, suppliers and more. In addition to connecting our key stakeholders, we fight to protect the interests of our community at the local government level.
Why Join the HBA?
We have one focus: Fostering a healthy housing industry in Columbia, MO. That means empowering you with the tools to succeed. When you join the HBA of Columbia, you’ll be immersed in a rich network of like-minded industry professionals. Through membership and our events, we facilitate connections between your business and potential partners and customers. You’ll also directly support our advocacy efforts to keep our shared livelihood flourishing. Learn more about the value of joining the HBA and contact our team to learn more.
Our Mission
The Home Builders Association of Columbia:
- Unites, represents and preserves the homebuilding industry in Columbia, MO.
- Serves to protect and promote the interests of its members, as well as real estate buyers and owners.
- Upholds ethical practices, integrity and accountability among its members as they do business with each other and the public.
- Promotes safe, durable and affordable buildings through reasonable laws, codes and construction practices.
- Provides opportunities for its members through networking, education and professional development.
- Encourages these high standards among public bodies and other forces that shape our industry.
Columbia HBA Board of Directors
Officers
President: Austin Hall, Heartland Homes
Vice President: Ryan Payne, Swift Companies | Chair: Golf Tournament
Secretary: Stephanie Hall, Mark Hall Cabinetry | Chair: Young Professionals
Treasurer: Chris Matteo, Lombardo Homes
Board Members
Abbie Johnson, Budget Blinds | Chair: Holiday Party
Dakota Reisinger, Ferguson Home | Chair: Careers Under Construction
Jenny Williamson, 1st Midwest Bank | Chair: TBD
Lacie Ilsley, AI Painting Plus | Chair: Annual Meeting
Marlene Stevens-Hanson, CMFM Construction | Chair: Professional Women in Building
Mary Garrity, Dave Griggs Flooring America | Chair: Charitable Giving
Matt Passler, Central Bank | Chair: Membership
Phil Clithero, Retired | Chair: Government Affairs
Randy Tschiggfrie, Boone County Millworks | Chair: TBD
Zach Wagner, Bright City Lights | Chair: Parade of Homes
Past Presidents
Kara Linnemeyer, Beacon Street Properties
Orie Hemme, Hemme Construction
Administration - HBA of Columbia
Jami Clevenger, Executive Officer
John Shrum, Client Success Manager
Amy Wurzer, Administration
Lorenze Cortez, Administration
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