THE HOME BUILDER
June 2025
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Wendy Cook to oversee education efforts at Dallas BA
Nominations open for 2026 Board of Directors, Associate Vice President Each year the Dallas BA searches the ranks of its members to find those who want to take an active role in the leadership of the Association and the evolution of the home building industry in the area. The Association Board of Directors and the Associate Vice President are selected by the membership in elections each summer. This is accomplished through a series of steps that will first seek out interested candidates, then affirm their willingness to become a leader. Once the Nominating Committee completes the review of the interested candidates, it then prepares recommendations and the ballot. If you are interested in serving on the Board, either as a director of as the Associate Vice President, or both, or know someone who is, now is the time to let the Nominating Committee know. John Porizek of M/I Homes of DFW is chairman of the committee this year. Deadline to make a nomination is June 27 at 4 p.m. Expectations of a Director Each director is elected for a one-year term, starting in October. They are expected:
Wendy Cook has joined the Dal- las BA team as the education coordi- nator. She comes from Plano ISD as a Section 504 coordinator, where she coordinated and facilitated student support services and intervention programs. “We’re excited to welcome Wendy Cook as the staff education coordinator,” said Executive Officer Gena Godinez. “She brings a deep understanding of curriculum devel- opment and program coordination to her new role. Her passion for lifelong learning and her ability to create impactful educational experiences align perfectly with the Association’s mission to empower and equip its members. Wendy’s fresh perspective and dedication to excellence will play a key role in advancing our educational initiatives.” Wendy has 18 years of work experience in public education, with a focus on training and leading staff in compliance, instructional strate- gies and data-driven decision-making. Throughout her career, she has been committed to fostering supportive learning environments and collabo- rating with colleagues to improve program delivery and success. She will play a vital role in sup- porting the professional growth of the Dallas BA’s members across all segments of the residential building industry. Wendy leads the development, promotion and execution of high- quality educational programs that
Wendy Cook
align with industry trends and member needs, working closely with industry experts and partner organizations to ensure that each event is engaging and relevant. “From coordinating logistics and securing expert speakers to evaluating program effectiveness and supporting key initiatives like Green Built Texas and Operation Finally Home, Wendy’s work strengthens our mission of help- ing members provide safe, affordable, quality housing to our communities,” Godinez added. Wendy grew up in Greenville, TX, and graduated from Northwest Missouri State University with a bachelor’s degree in geography and a master’s degree in geographic in- formation science. She lives in Plano with her husband, two children and two dogs, and enjoys spending time outdoors, reading and traveling.
1. To attend the Board of Directors Retreat; 2. To attend the Installation of Leadership; 3. To attend Board meetings; 4. To attend all Dallas BA general functions;
5. To invest in HOMEPAC of the Dallas Builders Association; 6. To take an active role in the committee structure of the Dallas BA;
7. To be active in recruiting new members; and 8. To support the special events of the Dallas BA.
Express your interest or make a nomination by clicking on the button below and completing the brief survey. Please note if you are eligible to be conisdered as an Honored Life Director. According to the Dallas BA bylaws, the Board may elect Honored Life Directors upon nomination for the posiition by the Nominating Committee. The member shall have: s Served as a Director for at least seven years. s Served at least one one year as chairman or president of a committee, council or division or in an elected or appointed position in public office. s Met all Board of Directors attendance requirements for at least seven years. s Made extraordinary contributions to the home building industry or the community. s Obtained a professional education certification. s Invested in HOMEPAC of Greater Dallas for at least seven years. Associate Vice President The Associate Vice President will serve a one-year term and will rep- resent the needs and interests of all Associate members. Candidates for Associate Vice President shall have served or be cur- rently serving as President of a Division or Chair of a Council, elected or appointed member of the Board of Directors for three (3) of the preceding five (5) years, Chair of the Education, Communications or Membership Committee, or be a Life Director of the Board of Directors with active vot- ing privileges. MAKE A NOMINATION >
2025 NAHB Membership Drive The National Association of Home Build-
ers (NAHB) Membership Drive has kicked off and will continue through June 30. This is a great opportunity to help grow the Dallas BA community while earning rewards. For every new member you recruit during this period, you
will receive up to triple bonus Spike credits, and the member with the most recruits during this time will have the chance to win 1 complimentary 2026 IBS registration (Expo+Education) and a $750 travel stipend to assist with travel expenses. View Membership Drive Leaderboard. For more help on recruitment, feel free to use NAHB’s Member Re- cruitment Guide and Sample recruitment text messages.
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