Don Dabbert, Jr. Seeks Certification as Candidate for NAHB 2026 Third Vice Chairman
The NAHB Nominations Committee announces that Don Dabbert, Jr., CEO/president of Dabbert Custom Homes in Fargo, N.D., has submitted his Letter of Intent to seek certification as a candidate for NAHB 2026 Third Vice Chairman. He is a member of the Building Industry Association of the Red River Valley.
The Nominations Committee invites all interested parties to submit input on any concerns, comments or perceived challenges involved in certifying him as a candidate. All information needs to be submitted by Jan. 6, 2025. The committee will not consider any information submitted on an anonymous basis.
Any such comments or concerns should be submitted via email to the Nominations Committee staff liaison, Diane Djordjevic, or by postal mail:
Diane E. Djordjevic
VP & Deputy General Counsel
NAHB
1201 15th Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20005
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