When I sat down in January to put pen to paper, digitally of course, and write my first article for Houston Builder, I also compiled a list of possible topics for upcoming issues. It never …
Giving Back Through GHBA
On the evening of Saturday, January 19, the 2020 GHBA board of directors were installed and I formally began the privilege of serving as the board president. Now it is time to turn my attention …
Building a ‘Good Place for All’ to Live & Work
Allow me to first introduce myself; I am Rob Hellyer, CGR, GMB, CAPS. I am greatly honored to serve as your 2020 GHBA President—the third remodeler to serve in the role. The previous two, Dan …
Be Your Best Member
During my time as a member of the Greater Houston Builders Association, and especially this year as president, the most common question I am asked is some variation of, “How do I get the most …
Building a Life of Gratitude
John F. Kennedy once said, “As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” November is the time of year we …
Make a Smart Investment… In You!
Ben Franklin said, “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” Continuing education will help enhance your career, boost your professional image, increase your level of expertise, and put you at the cutting-edge of your …
Give This Article to a Kid You Want to Help
Our nation continues a great economic boom. We have historically low unemployment, the stock market is at record highs, and yet many of today’s youth entering the workforce are just surviving instead of thriving. There are …
National Security Requires Suitable Living for Every American Family
The 1949 National Housing Act states “that the general welfare and security of the nation requires the realization as soon as feasible of the goal of a decent home and suitable living environment for every …
President’s Message: Will You Paddle into the Wave or Let it Crash Over You?
The GHBA provides an excellent venue for staying up to date on policy, ordinance, and code changes which can affect your business’s viability. Depending on your line of business, how quickly you are able to …
Strengthening Our Industry by Investing in the Future
One of the main goals of Don Klein’s presidency (my predecessor), was to expand our commitment to the future of homebuilding through programs of partnership and education. I share this vision and would like to …
Changing Lives as We Give
Winston Churchill said, “We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.” While we may all be incredibly busy getting through day-to-day business matters, as a member of …
Get on the Pro-Housing Bus
Rally Day is upon us! If you’re not on the pro-housing “bus,” then you’re part of the problem. On Wednesday, March 20, more than 150 builder, remodeler and associate members of the GHBA will converge …
Houston, We Have a Problem
Houston is facing some serious problems, but the good news is that YOU are the answer. There is turmoil in the housing industry caused largely by costs escalating beyond the consumer’s ability to afford them. …
Untapped Potential
Resolve to make 2019 the best yet for our association and our businesses Hello. My name is John Williams and it is my great honor and privilege to serve as your 2019 president of the …
President’s Message: GHBA Year in Review
I couldn’t believe a year could pass this quickly, but with so much happening at our association, I should not have been surprised. What a year! There have been so many accomplishments that stand out, …