Reposted from the National Association of Home Builders As market conditions for construction employment stabilize and construction jobs continue to open, now is a great time for students — anyone looking to make a career …
Your Entrepreneurial Spirit Shouldn’t Clock Out When You Clock In
By Jonathan Edwards, GHBA Young Professionals Committee, Autograph Homes There’s a myth we hand young professionals early in their careers: that entrepreneurship is something you do before you join an organization, or after you leave …
Building the Future: Inspiring Young Women to Explore Careers in Homebuilding
The homebuilding industry is evolving, and one of its greatest opportunities lies in attracting the next generation of talent — especially young women. From construction management and architecture to sales, design, marketing, and skilled trades, …
The Cost of Hesitation: That Thing You’re Avoiding, Might Just Be the Thing Holding You Back
By Danielle Gonzalez, P.E., Young Professionals Committee, ATWELL, LLC Working in the land development industry has taught me that time is not something that happens to us—it is something we invest. Every neighborhood begins long …
Built on Generosity: $92,000 in Scholarships Awarded to 23 Future Industry Leaders
From first-generation college students to future architects, this year’s recipients reflect the depth and diversity of tomorrow’s building industry. On June 18, the GHBA celebrated 23 deserving students at the Mid-Year Forecast Luncheon at Bayou …
Kyle Luong Recognized by Texas Business Hall of Fame
A Legend in the Making Kyle Luong, strategy director at Project Luong Architects and a member of the GHBA Young Professionals Committee, has been named a 2026 Texas Business Hall of Fame Future Texas Business …
Young Adults Report More Interest in the Construction Trades: 2026 Survey
Reposted from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) NAHB estimates the U.S. has a structural housing deficit of 1.2 million units. Among the myriad of headwinds home builders face trying to close that gap is the …
Why We Got Involved: Voices from the GHBA Young Professionals Committee
By Amanda McIntire, 2026 Young Professionals Committee Chair, Highland Homes Houston, LTD In a relationship-driven industry like home building, growth happens through connection. The Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) Young Professionals Committee provides opportunities for …
Networking Isn’t Optional. It’s Foundational.
By Kyle Luong, Strategy Director at Project Luong Architects, GHBA Young Professionals Committee When you’re early in your career, networking can feel awkward, forced, or even transactional. You walk into a room full of people …
Lessons for the Long Haul: Building a Career without Burning Out
By Amanda McIntire, Highland Homes Houston, LTD, 2026 Young Professionals Committee Chair The home building industry is fast paced, rewarding, and demanding, especially for young professionals eager to prove themselves. As we closed out our …
Building the Future with the Future Homebuilders LEGO™ Competition
Article by Morgan Peters, GHBA Communications Director The Greater Houston Builders Association’s 2025 Future Homebuilders LEGO™ Competition once again proved that the love of building knows no age limit. From imaginative creations crafted by three-year-olds …
Students Get Firsthand Look at Careers in Homebuilding at Expo 2025
Article by Morgan Peters, GHBA Communications Director Encouraging our youth to pursue a career in the homebuilding industry is crucial to the future of our industry. It’s just one, but important, piece of the puzzle …
Mentorship in Action: Growing Leaders, Building Confidence, Inspiring Success
Article by By D’Ann Brown, 2025 Professional Women in Building Council President, StrucSure Home Warranty As the professional world continues to evolve, mentorship remains a cornerstone of career growth—especially for women building their paths in …
Three Ways Students Can Explore a Trades Career
Residential construction offers students the chance to develop practical skills and explore careers that make a real impact in their communities. From framing houses to running job sites, skilled trades offer clear paths to success …
Crafted Homes Opens the Door for a Young Builder’s Future
Article by Morgan Peters, GHBA Communications Director Each year, members of the GHBA’s Custom Builders Council (CBC) dedicate a day to giving back, lending their time and skills to a local charity. In recent years, …