HBA Staff Appreciation Week
Nov. 3-7, 2025
Chris Hancock, EO of the BA of Greater Indianapolis says the team works tirelessly to make a difference. “Their dedication, leadership, and service don’t go unnoticed - we appreciate all that they do for our team and association!” Shout-outs for Hannah West, Christina Wilson, Rosemary Manifold, Drake Branda, Barb Zoderer and John Kisiel.
Kelsey Grow is an incredible EO for the New River Valley HBA (Christiansburg, Va.) says staff member Billie Quesenberry. “She always goes above and beyond for our members, staff, and community!”
“Michele flawlessly manages our award-winning events and leads our membership engagement efforts with creativity, dedication, and grace,” says Jim Perras, EO, HB&RA of Connecticut about HBA staff member Michele Quadrato.
Kim Crawford, EO, Foothills HBA (Hickory, N.C.) submitted a shout-out for her assistant Romi. Crawford says “She always goes above and beyond to help make our association successful.”
Executive Officers and HBA staff work tirelessly to help their members, associations, and the Federation succeed. To recognize the staff’s ongoing contributions to the Federation, 2025 HBA Staff Appreciation Week will take place Nov. 3-7, 2025.
The week will include opportunities to connect with colleagues, gain knowledge with professional development sessions, share your thoughts on EOC programming for 2026 and even win a prize! View the schedule on this page for the complete list of virtual events.
Submit a Shout-Out
Please take a moment to recognize those who have made a difference for their association or for the industry. NAHB will feature the shout-outs in the photo slideshow at the top of this page and the quote slider below. To read each shout-out in its entirety, view the 2025 Shout-Outs document.
Our HBA of Winston-Salem (N.C.) staff is incredibly professional, hardworking and caring about membership. They are second to none and they lead by example constantly. I am thrilled to serve in our HBA along side them.
Annamaria Long’s leadership is inspirational. She has led us through discussions to have with our customers and is a champion for job growth in Flagler County. She also connects with city leaders to ensure compliance and transparency. I am honored to have her as a leader for growth and sustainability on behalf of our builders and contractors. Sam Dawson is proactive, friendly and will have your back. She rolls up her sleeves and treats the membership and office where we meet like a second home.
As the new EO here at the MBA of Pierce County, this team has stepped up over the past few months during the transition period AND a building remodel to provide support for the Board of Directors, members and myself. We look forward to great things now and in the future!
Shout-out to the HBA staff at the Polk County BA (Lakeland, Fla.) for all of their hard work!
HBA Staff Appreciation Week Schedule
- Share your appreciation for an EO or HBA staff member by submitting a shout-out.
- Are you an HBA Staffer? Join the HBA Staff meet up at 3-3:30 p.m. ET to learn what projects HBAs are working on, hear success stories and start building connections with colleagues nationwide. Register now.
- Watch the welcome video on this page featuring NAHB and EOC leadership.
- Join a webinar at 3 p.m. ET focused on how to advocate for your HBA at the state and local level, featuring Karl Eckhart, VP, State & Local Government Affairs, Dan Knoup, EO, HBA of Greater Des Moines (Iowa), and Chris Coleman, Des Moines City Councilmember & Better Business Bureau President. Registration is opening soon.
- View NAHB resources on how to build relationships within your community.
- Celebrate the opening of the 2025 Association Excellence Awards cycle.
- Join the Management Team Office Hours webinar from 3-4 p.m. ET to connect directly with NAHB staff leadership. Register now.
- Join a webinar focused on professional development with Jim Roman, a business development consultant. Registration opening soon.
- Post your recommendations for education topics you would like added to the 2026 Association Management Conference schedule on NAHB Connect.
- Join the EOC Trivia game at 3-3:30 p.m. ET for a chance to win a prize. Register now.
- Watch a special video recapping the week featuring EOC President Mike Erdmann, NAHB CEO Jim Tobin and NAHB Chairman Buddy Hughes.
Support the EOC Scholarship Fund
Help us meet our $5,000 EOC Student Scholarship Fund goal! The fund supports children of Executive Officers in pursuit of a college degree. To date, more than 250 students have received funds totaling more than $330,000.
