THE HOME BUILDER February 2025 Celebrating 42 Years of Service: Honoring Barcie Vilches After more than four decades Page Four
and regional divisions, and those divisions were becoming more and more important to our overall success. There quickly became a need to link new challenges, agen- das and accomplishments of these divisions to what was then called the Home Builders Association of Greater Dallas.” Carter credited Barcie’s back- ground in journalism and photog- raphy as a critical factor in that success. “Barcie’s expertise became an important link in making it all work,” he said. “She was instrumental in helping to build a process that has successfully lasted and has allowed us to become what we know today as the Dallas Builders Association. Thank you, Barcie. You have inspired others to be- come role models and touched many lives along the way. You have been an inspiration to us all. It is an honor to call you my friend.” As Barcie begins her well- earned retirement, the Dallas Builders Association extends its deepest gratitude for her extraor-
Former Executive Officer Bob Morris highlighted the breadth of Barcie’s contributions and her role in the Association’s long-term success. “Barcie Vilches has been a key player within the Dallas Builders Association for over four decades,” Morris said. “Her contributions through six different Executive Directors have played a significant role in the Association’s success.” During her career, Barcie worked under several Association names, including the Home and Apartment Builders of Metropolitan Dallas, the Home Builders Associa- tion of Greater Dallas and today’s Dallas Builders Association. Morris noted that she was instrumental in crafting and clearly communicat- ing the Association’s identity and message to the many audiences connected to the organization. “Barcie never sought the spot- light,” Morris said. “She was always happy to do the work of making sure the Association’s message was presented in a clear and understandable way, and she pre- ferred to do it quietly.” Her efforts in publishing The Home Builder magazine and man- aging numerous communication initiatives resulted in the Asso- ciation being honored with multiple NAHB Executive Officers Council Association Excellence Awards. She also embraced evolving tech- nology, mastering electronic media tools to ensure members remained informed and connected. Morris recalled his arrival at the Association in 1994, when Barcie had already spent nearly a dozen years on staff. He quickly learned that her reputation ex- tended beyond the Dallas region. Shortly after his arrival, NAHB Communications Director Betty Cristy requested a dinner meeting specifically to meet Barcie and acknowledge her work, underscor- ing the national respect she had earned. Past Dallas Builders Associa- tion President Jerry Carter shared a personal reflection on Barcie’s impact during a period of significant growth for the Association. “Barcie became a part of our Association many years ago as it was rapidly growing,” Carter said. “During that time, Dallas builders saw the need to expand the local
of dedicated service, the Dallas Builders Association bids a fond farewell to Barcie Vilches, whose 42-year career has left a lasting mark on the Association and the homebuilding community she faith- fully served. Barcie joined the Dallas Build- ers Association at a time when both the industry and the organiza- tion looked very different. Through decades of growth and change she became a steady and trusted pres- ence. Her institutional knowledge, professionalism and attention to detail helped shape the Association into what it is today. Barcie was often the person colleagues turned to for answers, guidance or reassurance that things would be done correctly. Her behind-the-scenes contributions ensured continuity and stability, even during times of transition. “Barcie represents the very best of what this Association stands for,” said current Executive Officer Gena Godinez. “Her dedication, institutional knowledge and quiet leadership created a foundation that continues to support our members and our mission every day. We are incredibly grateful for her service and proud of the legacy she leaves behind.” Former Dallas Builders As- sociation Executive Officer, Phil Crone, had the privilege of working alongside Barcie for more than 17 of her 42 years. He also empha- sized Barcie’s importance to the organization and the consistency she brought across decades of leadership and change. He stated, “Barcie poured her heart and soul into the organization, serving in nearly every staff role at one point or another.” Phil ended by saying, “She had a rare gift for elevating those around her, that the Associa- tions voice, reputation, and culture bear her imprint and that anyone who worked with her knows that the organiztion is stronger because of her legacy.
dinary service and lasting legacy. Her impact will continue to be felt for years to come, and she will always remain an important part of the Dallas BA family.
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