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ISSUE: Wednesday, May 6, 2020
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Governor Issues Executive Order to Reopen More Texas Businesses
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Beginning May 8, hair salons, barber shops, nail salons and shops, and swimming may open, subject to certain limitations and social distancing rules.
Beginning May 18, office buildings may open with the greater of five or less individuals or 25% of the total office workforce, and must maintain appropriate social distancing. Gyms, exercise classes, non-essential manufacturing services, and wedding venues may also open on May 18, but must operate at 25% occupancy.
Read more
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On-Demand Training Comes to GHBA
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The GHBA is excited to announce the launch of a new virtual learning platform, which will be available to members next week.
"The GHBA has taken a proactive approach to the current COVID-19 climate and is reshaping its professional development training into virtual opportunities," said Casey Morgan, CEO. "While our role may shift slightly, our focus will remain the same – to provide reliable and timely information to the industry and to be an advocate for the homebuilding community as our economy recovers."
The first two courses to launch will be the ABCs of Framing and the ABCs of Electrical. Upcoming course launches will include the remainder of the 12-course ABCs homebuilder series, leadership and professional development courses, OSHA trainings, sales and marketing courses, and more. Stay tuned!
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May 12 at 10 a.m.
We're LIVE with Congressman Kevin Brady. He'll discuss COVID-19’s impact on the local residential construction industry, with a D.C. perspective.
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May 18 at 1:30 p.m.
We're LIVE with Patrick Jankowski, senior vice president, research and regional economist at the Greater Houston Partnership
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"COVID & Real Estate in TX" with Dr. James Gaines
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"Viral Uncertainty" with NAHB's Rob Dietz
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PPP & EIDL with Stephanie Gaston and Ian Faria of Bradley Arant
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Meet GHBA Community Member,
Greg Tomlinson
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In this time of social isolation, it’s the human connection that will get us through. So here's a little pick-me-up. Each week, we’ll introduce you to a fellow member of your GHBA community. We hope that you’ll reach out and say hello!
Week 5: Greg Tomlinson, Builders Post-Tension [
VIDEO]
Who will be next? Stay tuned next Wednesday!
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GHBA Team Highlight: Mel Audain
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Born on the beautiful twin Federation Caribbean islands of St. Kitts and Nevis, Melvina “Mel” grew up in Leeds, England. She is married, has 2 children, 4 grandchildren and 2 beautiful great grandchildren. An avid traveler, she has traveled to over 40 countries and all but two (2) continents — something she plans on changing in the near future…well, maybe not Antarctica right now.
In her late teens, Mel was a former beauty queen and carnival queen in England. In additional to her day job, Mel is the executive director of The Caribbean Cultural Coalition, a 501c3 non-profit organization whose goal is to provide goods and services to the most vulnerable members of the Caribbean community both here and back home in St. Kitts and Nevis.
Mel is passionate about planning events and taking things to the next level and making her members her top priority.
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Nominations are now open for GHBA’s May Member Newsmaker.
Nominate someone you feel deserves special recognition for their support of the community and/or the GHBA. (Yes, you can nominate yourself!)
Complete the form with name, company and a compelling description by May 15. The winner will be highlighted on GHBA social media, website and e-newsletter. We want to share what our members are up to!
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2020 Scholarship Deadline Extended
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GHBA's
Scholarship Program, presented annually by the Associate Council, provides assistance to members' children in pursuing a college degree. These scholarships are made possible through the donations of generous association members.
Can you help?
Donations of any size are encouraged and appreciated. Every penny goes directly to student scholarships. It's also tax deductible!
Is your son or daughter a college student or a college-bound high school senior?
Apply for the 2020 scholarship!
Deadline: Monday, June 15
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Read Houston Builder magazine online, anytime, anywhere.
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Thank you to our 2020 Sustaining Associate Members (SAMs)
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GRAND ($10,000+)
ACES Builders Warranty
AIRIA Development Corp.
BMC
Benchmark Mortgage
Builders Choice Inc.
Builders Post-Tension
Carrier Corporation
Centricity
Champions Stone Co.
DataSmart/Duncan Security
Detering Co. of Houston
DPIS Builder Services
DuPure
Expressions Home Gallery
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Ferguson Bath, Kitchen
& Lighting Gallery
Fox Energy Specialists
Gulf & Basco
HomePro Home Technologies
Hotchkiss Insurance Agency
Ironwood Connection
Legends Architectural Stone
Milgard Windows & Doors
Norbord Industries
Perfection Supply
Rooftec
Sherwin-Williams Co.
SRG Stairs
StrucSure Home Warranty
Suncoast Post-Tension
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PREMIER ($5,000+)
ABC Home & Commercial Services
Allpoints Surveying
Centerpoint Energy
ConnectOne A SMART HOME Company
Exterior Inspections
Huber Engineered Woods
Keller Williams – The Icon Team
RoyOMartin/Corrigan OSB
Texas Builders Finance
Thorntree Slate & Marble
Venetian Stairs
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
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GREATER HOUSTON BUILDERS ASSOCIATION
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