Highlights from HBAGC

Peter Schwartz Chief Executive Officer

Human resources and health benefits are a major topic of concern to our members and most business owners today.  HBAGC has been presented with an opportunity to participate in a local survey on these topics.  The results will give a snapshot of human resource and benefit concerns of business owners in the Chicagoland area and will be helpful in exploring possible health insurance programs for HBAGC members.  In order to create the most beneficial programs, we hope you will consider participating in this short (17 question) survey which should take no longer than 5 minutes of your time.  Participate in the survey by clicking here.  Thank you!

The HBAGC Inaugural Ball will be held this Saturday, January 19th at the Westin Chicago North Shore in Wheeling. Celebrity emcee Chet Coppock will help us celebrate the evening's award winners and honorees, and the popular Gentlemen of Leisure Band will ensure this a party to remember. Tables are filling up fast, so reserve your place today if you haven't already done so. View more information or register here.  

Have you registered for the Midwest Builders Show® & Conference?  Here is just ONE of 35 insightful educational sessions that will be offered!

Surviving Your Sales Plan, Despite Foreclosures and the Resale Market.
Wednesday, March 12     1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Speaker:  Scott Seyfarth
Region President - Chicago/Minnesota, Town & Country Homes

With the current level of inventory on the market, foreclosures and existing homes for sale have become significant competitors. Learning how to deal with the new reality is necessary for survival in today's market. This course will help you understand the current state of affairs regarding inventory, and it will provide some practical ideas for selling during tough times.  View more information on this and other courses here.

Member Benefit of the Week

Join NAHB members and association staff nationwide and travel like a VIP with Hertz. Year round, save up to 20% on your budget whenever you rent a car through Hertz. Just mention code 51046 to receive instant savings.  Pass the rental counter and go straight to your car by signing up for membership in the Hertz #1 Gold Club.  It’s fast, easy, and FREE!  Just enter the following information: Company Name: NAHB, CDP#: 51046, Promo Code #: 4839.  Contact Tiffany Smith at ext. 8273 or tsmith@nahb.com  if you have any questions about Hertz or any of the Member Advantage programs.  

Looking to get rid of old office furniture? HomeAid Chicago has a project in East Garfield park that is looking for office and residential furniture for their shelter which will open at the end of February. Specific needs include sofas, file cabinets, conference tables, desks, chairs, and more. Please email nashton@hbagc.com or call 630-627-7575 Ext. 221 if you are interested in donating items.

Is there an issue impeding your development?  If so, chances are that it also affects others in the home building industry.  Contact the Attainable Housing Alliance at 630-932-2304 and let us help you be part of the solution.  Visit us on the web at www.ahabuilder.com.