The Home Builder - January 2024

THE HOME BUILDER

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January 2024

continued from page 7 Dallas BA 2023 Year in Review: Change After Hours events averaged

of over 3,000. The division presented a check for $100,938 to Lone Star CASA, a non-profit organization that provides trained volunteer advocates to children who have been removed from their homes due to abuse or ne- glect. To date, Metro East has donated almost $822,000 to the group. The Dallas BA education pro- gram served just under 500 industry professionals, once again showing why it is one of the most successful in the nation. Three diverse series were offered: the ever-popular Building a Better House series, the hands-on series, @Project Site, and the newly adapted Managing a Better Business series. The business series will con- tinue into 2024 with two final sessions. This deep-dive business coaching approach continues to gain popularity thanks to Donny Mack’s knowledge and passion for fellow members. All the series are made successful through the leadership of the education com-

133 attendees. Thank you to Struc - Sure Home Warranty, Corradi USA, Nebraska Furniture Mart, The Jarrell Company, Elite Home Selections, Heritage Hardwood Floors, Dal-Tile, Texas Door & Trim and HomePro for hosting After Hours in 2023! Divisions and Councils continued to have helpful and insightful program- ming and speakers at their events. Dal- las Division had realtor/lender panels, land development experts and vendor panels to shine a light on different facets of the residential construction industry. Metro East focused on economic development, interior design trends, residential market updates, and gov- ernment affairs in their respective cit - ies. On May 21, Metro East wrapped up the most successful Cars For CASA in its 18-year history. The vintage car, truck, and bike show boasted approxi - mately 400 entries and an attendance

Professional Women in Building On Nov. 15, more than 60 men and women heard Cory Boydston and Audrey Lam share their experiences and insights about their mentorship journey throughout their careers. To learn more about upcoming Professional Women in Building programs, visit dallas- builders.org.

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