Association Awards
John C. Hart Presidential Award
The award is presented for longtime service to the housing industry and for efforts to maintain housing affordability in Indiana. IBA’s highest housing award is named in honor of John C. Hart Sr., who served as Chairman of the Indiana House Ways and Means Committee in the early 1970’s. Hart was known for being instrumental in restructuring Indiana’s property tax system with then Governor Doc Bowen. Hart is also the only Hoosier to serve as President of the National Association of Home Builders and one of five Hoosiers inducted into the National Housing Hall of Fame.
The John C. Hart Presidential Award is reserved to a select few who have made unselfish commitment and extraordinary contributions to the industry, the Association or to one’s community. The greatest measure of their commitment is their long-range service.
It is awarded at the discretion of the current President.
Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch
2024 John C. Hart Award Recipient
Remodeler of the Year
The Remodeler of the Year award recognizes exemplary association involvement at any level, superior business management, and an outstanding contribution to the remodeling industry.
Local HBAs may nominate a member or members may self-nominate.
The award recipient is selected annually by Indiana Builders Association leadership.
DG Asay Heidorn Construction, Chandler, IN
2024 Remodeler of the Year Award Recipient
Associate of the Year
The Don Cassidy Associate of the Year award recognizes an associate member who has demonstrated outstanding service to the Association.
Local HBAs may nominate a member or members may self-nominate.
The award recipient is selected annually by Indiana Builders Association leadership.
Topher Dick Von Tobel Lumber, Lafayette, IN
2024 Associate of the Year Award Recipient
Paul Johnson Membership Award
The Paul Johnson Membership Award is bestowed upon one member who recruits the most new members throughout the year.
Paul Johnson was Indiana’s #1 spike with 440 spike credits at the time of his death.
The award is presented annually by Indiana Builders Association.
Greg Gerbers DeHayes Group, Fort Wayne, IN
2024 Paul Johnson Membership Award Recipient
Student Chapters
The NAHB Student Chapters program is dedicated to enriching the educational experience of students by offering them first-hand exposure to the real world of the building industry through NAHB membership, educational programming, and networking opportunities. Below is a list of the NAHB Student Chapters in Indiana.
Working with a faculty adviser and drawing on the mentors and industry leaders in their local home builders association, student chapters can compete in national competitions, win scholarships, enjoy discounts on trade shows, and enjoy all the benefits of membership in NAHB. Linked below is a list of the NAHB Student Chapters in Indiana.
Committees Help Build A Great Association
The Indiana Builders Association offers many committees to engage and connect members.
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Association Awards Committee
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Association Issues Committee
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Codes & Safety Committee
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Executive Committee
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Finance Committee
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Government Affairs Committee
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Housing Protection Fund Board of Trustees
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IBA Educational Scholarship Foundation
Reach out today to learn more and get involved.
Local Associations
Membership in the Indiana Builders Association (IBA) and the National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB) comes through joining a local builders association. This structure provides you with the extensive benefits of three associations for the price of a single local membership. As a member, you gain representation at the local, state and national levels; increased credibility; exclusive member discounts; and access to a variety of educational and networking opportunities. Nearly 3,000 builders and associates representing 20 local associations throughout Indiana have already joined. Join now.
Adams, Allen, Wells, DeKalb, Huntington, Whitley County, IN
Rebecca Cameron
(260) 420-2020
Boone, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Johnson, Marion, Morgan, Shelby County, IN
Chris Hancock
(317) 236-6330
Tippecanoe, Fountain, Benton, Clinton, Montgomery, Warren, White County, IN
Mary Ellis
(765) 423-4347
Monroe, Bartholomew, Brown, Owen County, IN
Jason Bell
(812) 332-7480
Clark, Harrison, Floyd, Scott, Washington County, IN
Caroline Jones
(812) 280-1600
Gibson, Vanderburgh, Warrick, Posey County, IN
Bill Pedtke
(812) 479-6026
Membership
Joining your local home builders association makes you a member of the Indiana Builders Association (IBA) and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). Membership grants representation at all levels, industry credibility, exclusive discounts, education, and networking opportunities.