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Builder/Green Building Council 

The Builders Council promotes the value of new homeownership and endeavors to enhance the positive image of our members and the association within our community.  

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Remodelers Council 

The Metro Omaha Builders Association Remodelors Council is dedicated to providing quality education, and information as well as business and social networking opportunities to members of the building industry.  

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Associates Council 

The Associate Council represents sub-contractors, suppliers, lenders, etc. who are members of the Metro Omaha Builders Association. The purpose of this council is to provide a vehicle for all MOBA Associates to be actively involved in the functions and activities of this association.  

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Membership Committee 

MOBA is a great tool for your business. We offer our members beneficial tools and marketing opportunities that increase public awareness and income. Become a part of this growing association which represents all facets of the building industry.  

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Women's Council 

The objective of the Women's Council shall be to promote good will, loyalty and friendship among its members and to assist the Home Builders Association when called upon.  

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builder/green builiding council 

If you would like to know more about the MOBA Builders Council or would like to get information on how to join, please e-mail us your request. 

mission statement 

The Builders Council promotes the value of new homeownership and endeavors to enhance the positive image of our members and the association within our community. The Council provides successful governmental lobbying efforts and strives to limit burdensome regulations and requirements involving the Building Industry. 

eligibility 

Builder Membership is available, subject to election thereto as hereinafter provided, to persons, firms or corporations meeting the following requirements: 

For a minimum of one year have been principally engaged in building single or multi-family homes or commercial structures. 

Have completed and sold or rented in own and/or firm's name a minimum of our single or multi-family homes or commercial structures. 

Meetings: The Builders Council meets every other month.
Dues: None
 

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remodelers council 

If you would like to know more about the MOBA Remodelors Council or would like to get information on how to join, please e-mail us your request. 

mission statement 

The Metro Omaha Builders Association Remodelors Council is dedicated to providing quality education, and information as well as business and social networking opportunities to members of the building industry. The Council helps expand the overall membership and stature of MOBA by encouraging Builders, Remodelers, and Associates to join the association and receive association and council benefits. 

The "Remodelors Council" conducts one community service project each year that is selected by the council. 

They meet on the third Thursday of every month, unless the date conflicts with the monthly dinner meeting. The meeting is then changed to an alternate Thursday in the month. 

eligibility 

Any Builder or Associate member or employee of a firm that is a member of MOBA is eligible for membership in the "Remodelors Council." 

Meetings: Monthly Council Meeting is the third Thursday of each month. 

Dues: $35 A year. 

promoting professionalism remodeling in the industry 

A member of the National Association of Home Builders, you know that there's no better way to keep current on the issues and ideas that affect your business. Take advantage of the opportunity to add even grater value to your membership by gaining access to information and services tailored to your business as a member of the Remodelors Council. 

The Remodelors Council provides a variety of services and information geared to keeping your modeling business competitive. Recognized as the leading association for remodeling professionals, the Council promotes professionalism in the dynamic remodeling industry and offers a variety of membership benefits designed to help your remodeling business grow. 

1.     Training for a Competitive Edge Certified Graduate Remodel Program Led Carpenter Training & Certification 

2.     Networking to strengthen your connections Remodeling Trade Shows and Conference Remodelor 20 Clubs Local Council meetings Homestore.Com Media and Public Relations 

3.     Information to keep you at the forefront of industry developments Professional Remodeler magazine RENews e-newsletter 

4.     Representation and Recognition Awards Legislative advocacy 

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associates council 

If you would like to know more about the MOBA Associate Council or would like to get information on how to join, please e-mail us your request. 

mission statement 

The Associate Council represents sub-contractors, suppliers, lenders, etc. who are members of the Metro Omaha Builders Association. The purpose of this council is to provide a vehicle for all MOBA Associates to be actively involved in the functions and activities of this association. Its goal is to lend Associates' support to the projects, events and overall success of the Association and its efforts. 

MOBA's Associates Council has three events it is responsible for every year: Bowling Tournament, MOBA Golf Tournament that raises money for scholarships, and the MOBA Toolboxes. They also assist the Women's Council with the Tommy Tree program providing trees to 1500 3rd grade students each year in the metro area. 

toy tool boxes for tots 

The Associates Council makes and donates Toy Tool Boxes for Tots every fall. In association with the Remodeler's Council, the members meet on a Saturday and put nearly 100 Toy Tool Boxes together with building blocks, coloring books, crayons and stuffed animals. They are then donated to the Open Door Mission, The Child Saving Institute and Children's Hospital to be distributed on Christmas morning. 

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membership committee 

MOBA is continually working with our members to enable them to provide quality affordable housing for the Metro Omaha Area. Become a part of this growing association which represents all facets of the building industry. 

To receive information about membership contact Stephanie Danks at Stephanie@moba.com.
To browse a list of our current MOBA Members, please visit the Buyer's Guide info page.
 

strengthening & protecting the industry 

The association is active with lobbying efforts on the local, state and national levels. 

marketing 

Events such as the Parade of Homes, Street of Dreams and Remodelers' Showcase successfully market New Construction and Remodeling. The Omaha Home Show provides associate members with opportunities to show the latest in home products and ideas. 

community service 

The Metro Omaha Builders Association is a leader in providing service to our community and our industry. Notable projects include the Architectural Scholarship Awards, Builders of the Future Scholarships Homes of Our Own/Tommy Tree Program and community service projects. 

committees & councils 

Members are able to become involved through their activity on various committees and councils. 

·         Builder/Green Building Council 

·         Sales & Marketing Council 

·         Associates Council 

·         Women's Council 

·         Remodelers Council 

networking 

The Metro Omaha Builders Association provides numerous opportunities for members to connect on a progressional level, which can often lead to valuable business exchanges. 

events 

MOBA has many events throughout the year for the public including The Omaha Home and Builder's Show, The Remodel Omaha Tour, The Spring and Fall Parade of Homes and the Street of Dreams. MOBA also has many events just for our members which are the Annual Golf Tournament in May, which is one of the largest golf tournaments in the state of Nebraska, Cosmic Bowling Night, Continuing Education and Designation Courses and Membership Dinner Meetings. 

member information & education 

Keeping members informed of changing industry regulations and standards, as well as updated techniques and trends is a primary responsibility of the Association. 

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women's council 

If you would like to know more about the MOBA Women's Council or would like to get information on how to join, please e-mail us your request. 

mission statement 

The objective of the Women's Council shall be to promote good will, loyalty and friendship among its members and to assist the Home Builders Association when called upon. The Council Members strive to obtain more attractive housing and promote the objectives of the total home building industry through local, state, national and legislative involvement. The Council also provides annual college scholarships for female students studying in industry related fields or careers. 

community 

The MOBA Women's Council is very active in the community through scholarships, education and philanthropy programs. 

building homes of our own: 

An award-winning, first-of-its-kind CD-ROM teaching tool that brings real-life context to classroom lessons. It is designed to create an educational experience for middle and high school classrooms that delivers the level of quality kids are accustomed to in computer games. This CD-ROM provides a simulation of the entire home building experience from choosing a lot to selling the home to a qualified buyer. Students work within a fixed budget to design and build a home, solve real-life problems, make important decisions and use time and money management skills, all in a fun environment that reinforces math, science, social studies and language arts lessons. 

tommy tree: 

The Tommy Tree program is in it's 14th year in the Omaha area. Each April, members of the MOBA Women's Council deliver 2,500 trees to third graders across the Omaha Metro Area. This program provides the children with valuable information about trees, how they grow, products that are generated from trees and how trees effect the environment. A video featuring a tree that wanted to grow up to be a "home" presents the children with a learning tool, as well as entertainment. A Tommy Tree bookmark is also given to the students to remind them of the three "Rs" Reduce, Recycle and Reuse. This program has enabled more than 25,000 trees to be planted in the metro area. 

why join 

Women's Council members work in all aspects of the building industry — as owners, managers, marketing experts, interior designers, and mortgage bankers. They are employed by all types of industry-related businesses. 

For members, the Women's Council offers education, networking opportunities, travel benefits, information access, and access to other Council and services. 

·         Communication. Newsletter or other communications give information on member and Council news, meetings, and special events. 

·         Education. Professional educational programs give members an opportunity to learn from local experts while networking with their peers in the building industry. 

·         Leadership Opportunities. Local and state members are encouraged to serve in positions of leadership within their Councils — giving them valuable training for their professional lives as well as in their association positions. 

·         Special events. Many local Councils hold special professional and social events, including tours, training programs, annual installations, and other special programs. 

·         Community service projects. Along with their home builder associations and other affiliated councils, Women's Council members participate in community service activities including Habitat for Humanity, support for homeless shelters, projects with Job Corps and other youth programs, and fundraising activities for a great many industry-related causes. 

·         Scholarship Programs. Local and State Councils, through their own fundraising, provide scholarships and initiatives to students pursuing careers in the home building industry. 

·         Association Support. Women's Council's work closely with their affiliated home builder associations to further the missions of the association and to the benefit of the home building industry. Councils provide assistance and support to their home builder associations at statewide conventions and meetings, for Parades of Homes and Home Shows, as a part of fundraising campaigns, and in legislative efforts. 

Meetings: Board of Directors Meeting - 1st Wednesday of each month 

Luncheon:  3rd Wednesday of each month 

Dues: $50.00 for One Year (12 months) 

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sales and marketing 

If you would like to know more about the MOBA Sales & Marketing Council or would like to get information on how to join, please e-mail us your request. 

mission statement 

The Sales and Marketing Council goal is to further professionalism in the home building industry by providing top-notch sales and marketing education, recognition and the opportunity to exchange ideas with the ultimate goal to help builders sell more new homes. 

goals 

·         Offer professional educational training 

·         Provide an effective forum for the exchange of ideas with local, regional, and national experts in the sales and marketing of new homes 

·         Recognize member achievement through a variety of awards programs 

·         Raise the level of council members professionalism and integrity and promote the council to the public 

·         Be responsible and responsive to the needs of the home buying public and the communities we serve. 

·         Act in cooperation with other industry-related organizations (i.e. Board of Realtors) to improve communications for legislative actions, community involvement, projects and continuing education. 

Meetings: The Sales and Marketing Council hosts several seminars a year, and also hosts a golf tournament. They meet on the third Tuesday of the month as needed. 

Dues: $60.00 for One Year (12 months) 

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