THE HOME BUILDER
Page Seven
January 2025
Tim Jackson is J. B. Sandlin Builder of the Year The Texas Association of Build-
expanding opportunities for students interested in the construction industry. In 2024 alone, the Texas Build- ers Foundation has distributed tens of thousands of dollars to the North Carolina and Florida hurricane disaster relief programs. Jackson embodies the Foundation’s motto of “Open Doors to Fulfilling the American Dream.” PHILANTHROPIST OF THE YEAR: Don Klein In other awards presented at the 2024 Excellence in Leadership Din- ner Don Klein, president of Chesmar Homes was named Philanthropist of the Year. Chesmar Homes is based in Houston, but has been a member of the Dallas BA since 2013. For a record breaking eighth time, Chesmar Homes has participated in the Greater Houston Builders Associa- tion’s Benefit Home’s program. Both HomeAid Houston and Operation Fi- nally Home each received a $140,000 donation. Both charities uplift their communities by providing and im- proving homes and shelters for U.S. veterans and the homeless population. Klein has also been instrumental in increasing support to record levels for the GHBA’s scholarship program. This has allowed more students than ever to access the training and educa- tion necessary to pursue and succeed with their careers in the residential construction industry.
ers has awarded its prestigious J.B. Sandlin Builder of the Year Award to Dallas BA Past President Tim Jackson of Tim Jackson Custom Homes. The presentation was made dur- ing TAB’s 2024 Excellence in Lead- ership Dinner Nov. 20 at the Hyatt Lost Pines in Bastrop, TX. The “Of the Year” awards are given annually to recognize exemplary service and leadership contributions to the home- building industry by its members. Jackson served as president of the Dallas BA in 2009 and was awarded the Hugh Prather Trophy for outstand- ing contributions to the community and the North Texas housing industry in 2014. Two years later he became the president of TAB. Following his term there, he continued to serve as a trustee for the Texas Builders Founda- tion and in 2021, was elected chair. Jackson works tirelessly to fulfill the foundation's dual mission of providing scholarships to students in construc- tion trades and assisting communities in disaster recovery. He played a pivotal role in estab- lishing the 1st Annual Texas Builders Foundation Open golf tournament, now known as the Chip Dence Me- morial Golf Tournament. Because of his efforts, hundreds of students have received assistance, and new curricu- lums are being formed across the state,
TAB President Don Allen and Past TAB President Eddie Martin present the 2024 J. B. Sandlin Builder of the Year Award to Tim Jackson.
Justin Webb installed as TAB vp/secretary
MacDonald Companies Inc. in Ker- rville. Jus t in Webb is a highly expe- rienced lead- er with over 25 years in the construc- tion and real estate devel-
Dallas BA Past President Justin Webb of Altura Homes was installed as vice president/secretary of the Texas Association of Builders in ceremonies held during the Nov. 20 Excellence in Leadership Dinner at the Hyatt Lost Pines Resort in Bastrop. Other senior officers installed were TAB’s 78th president, Brett Mar- tin of Tilson Custom Home Builders in Houston; First Vice President Chris Lyons, HOME by Lyons in Ama- rillo; and Treasurer Justin MacDonald,
opment industry. As founder of Altura Homes, he has developed thousands of homes, generating over $1 billion in sales. His expertise includes land ac- quisition, homebuilding, commercial real estate, and finance. Webb holds key leadership roles in several industry organizations. He is currently serving as the HOMEPAC chair for the Texas Association of Builders and has previously held positions as membership chair, Area 1 vice president and on TAB’s execu- tive board. He served as president of the Dallas BA in 2020. He is also active in charitable causes, including building a mortgage-free home for a veteran through Operation Finally Home. Al- tura Homes was also heavily involved in building a facility through Patriot PAWS to house veterans while they are training with their new service dogs. At the National Association of Home Builders, he has served on the board of directors/leadership council since 2016 and is a member of the NAHB Builder 20 Club.
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