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The Space Coast Home Builders and Contractors Association (HBCA) is proud to be one of 23 local building associations that collectively form the Florida Home Builders Association (FHBA), the statewide voice of Florida’s construction industry. The FHBA advocates for builders, remodelers, and contractors at the state level, shaping legislation, promoting fair regulations, and providing vital resources and education to strengthen the industry. By being part of this network, the Space Coast HBCA connects its members to statewide initiatives, cutting-edge industry information, and a powerful community of professionals committed to advancing Florida’s building industry and supporting the growth of local communities.

 

Visit:  https://fhba.com/

HBCA Representatives / FHBA Executive Board

Ms. Natasha Cartagena-Spencer

Ms. Natasha Cartagena Spencer

Shelter Mortgage

Mr. Mike Jaffe

Mr. Mike Jaffe Christopher

Alan Homes

Mr. Neal Johnson

Mr. Neal Johnson

Cadence Bank

HBCA Representatives / FHBA Membership Board of Directors

The FHBA Board of Director member responsibilities include attending all FHBA Conferences during the term.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

  • Attend FHBA’s three conferences, Spring Legislative Conference, Southeast Builders Show (SEBC), and the FHBA Fall Conference
  • Transact the general business of FHBA except that reserved to the membership by law and/or Charter and/or Bylaws
  • Elect Officers
  • Establish the policies governing the affairs of FHBA
  • Receive reports of standing and special committees
  • Act as the governing body of FHBA
Mr. Mike Jaffe

Mr. Mike Jaffe

Christopher Alan Homes

Local President

Mr. Neal Johnson

Mr. Neal Johnson

Cadence Bank

Executive Board Representative

courtney barker

Ms. Courtney Barker

Local Land Company Florida

Builder Director

Mr. George Lopez

Mr. George Lopez

United Builders

Builder Director

Mr. Rich Maddelena

Mr. Rich Maddalena

True Florida Homes

Builder Director

Ms. Julia Duart

Ms. Julia Duart

Shield Wall Systems of Florida

Alternate Builder Director

price family homes

Mr. Bill Price

Price Family Homes

Alternate Builder Director

Ms. Kristen Schettino

Ms. Kristen Schettino

Wescon Construction

Alternate Builder Director

Mr. Bob DiBella

Mr. Bob DiBella

OMNI Resource Group

Associate Director

Mr. Terry Locke

Mr. Terry Locke

TD Bank

Associate Director

Ms. Kayleigh Mollycheck

Ms. Kayleigh Mollycheck

Duda Sod

Associate Director

Regions Bank

Ms. Virginia Cearra

Regions Bank

Alternate Associate Director

Mr. Les Vail

Mr. Les Vail

Human Capital Crew

Alternate Associate Director

Ms. Linda Whalen

Ms. Linda Whalen

Linda Whalen Cleaning & Organizing Services
Alternate Associate Director

Ms. Natasha Cartagena-Spencer

Ms. Natasha Spencer

Shelter Mortgage

Life Director

FHBA Regional Representatives

Mr. Mike Jaffe

Region IV - Regional Chair

Mr. Mike Jaffe
Christopher Alan Homes

Mr. Neal Johnson

Region IV - Regional Associate Chair

Mr. Neal Johnson

Cadence Bank

Area Regional Chair’s duties include but are not limited to:

  • Represent the Space and Treasure Coasts on the FHBA Executive Committee, making recommendations on policy and funding matters to the FHBA Board of Directors.
  • Regional Chairs will stay in contact with local HBA Board Chairmans and Executive Officers in their area on a monthly basis, soliciting ways that FHBA can be of assistance to them, or if there are any problems that the FHBA should be aware of. AVP also inquire about exciting news or events happening in their area of oversight so they can report them in the FHBAction News, Florida Home Builder magazine and fhba.com.
  • Schedule an Area Meeting prior to each of FHBA’s three conferences. This meeting, to which Local Presidents, EOs and state directors are invited,  focuses on the issues that are likely to come up at the conference.
  •  Conduct an Area Caucus at each FHBA’s three conferences, affording area associations to collective take positions on FHBA resolutions, share ideas with other HBAs in the area, and provide area feedback to the FHBA Executive Committee and Board of Directors.

FHBA Associates / Trades Council

Ms. Christina Slate

Ms. Christina Slate

Peay’s Electric

Trade Member Appointment

Mr. Anthony Bogo

Mr. Anthony Bogo

Atlantic Tile Distribution

Associate Member Appointment

  • The Council’s mission is to facilitate consistent communications between FHBA and its local HBAs.
  • The Area Vice Presidents Council consists of seven Builder Vice Presidents and seven Associate Vice Presidents representing the seven Areas within FHBA.

FHBA Government Affairs Committee

Mr. Bruce Moia

Mr. Bruce Moia

MBV Engineering

Voting Representative

Mr. Neal Johnson

Mr. Neal Johnson

Cadence Bank

Alternate Representative

  • The Governmental Affairs Steering Committee is responsible for developing, recommending (to the FHBA Board of Directors) and implementing the Association’s legislative policies.
  • During the legislative session and key interim committee weeks, the Governmental Affairs Committee meets via conference call to receive reports from FHBA lobbyists and provide direction when needed.
  • The legislative agenda and Governmental Affairs Policies are recommended by the Governmental Affairs Committee and adopted by the FHBA Board of Directors to serve as the framework for specific legislative positions.
  • Between meetings of the Board, decisions to support, support with amendment or oppose legislation shall be made by the President of the FHBA with majority vote of the Senior Officers where practical.
  • The Board of Directors of the Florida Home Builders Association are solely responsible for setting the policy of the Association.

FHBA Nominating Committee

Ms. Natasha Cartagena-Spencer

Ms. Natasha Spencer

Shelter Mortgage

  • The Membership Committee serves as a resource to Affiliated Local Associations in recruiting and retaining members.
  • The Committee should interact with the Membership Committee and staff of NAHB, as appropriate.
  • The decisions and recommendations of the Membership Committee are of an advisory nature only and are not binding on FHBA or the FHBA Board of Directors. All actions of the Membership Committee must be ratified by the Executive Committee and Board of Directors.
  • The Committee will be comprised of a Chair appointed by the FHBA President, a Vice Chair appointed by the FHBA President on the recommendation of the FHBA First Vice President/Treasurer, and one designated representative from each Affiliated Local Association in Florida.

FHBA Membership Committee

Mr. Bob DiBella

Mr. Bob DiBella

OMNI Resource Group

Voting Representative

  • The Governmental Affairs Steering Committee is responsible for developing, recommending (to the FHBA Board of Directors) and implementing the Association’s legislative policies.
  • During the legislative session and key interim committee weeks, the Governmental Affairs Committee meets via conference call to receive reports from FHBA lobbyists and provide direction when needed.
  • The legislative agenda and Governmental Affairs Policies are recommended by the Governmental Affairs Committee and adopted by the FHBA Board of Directors to serve as the framework for specific legislative positions.
  • Between meetings of the Board, decisions to support, support with amendment or oppose legislation shall be made by the President of the FHBA with majority vote of the Senior Officers where practical.
  • The Board of Directors of the Florida Home Builders Association are solely responsible for setting the policy of the Association.
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The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) is the leading voice for America’s housing industry, representing builders, remodelers, developers, and related professionals nationwide. NAHB advocates for policies that support housing affordability, fair regulations, and sustainable growth, while providing its members with cutting-edge education, research, and networking opportunities. From shaping federal legislation to promoting best practices and innovative building techniques, NAHB empowers its members to succeed in a competitive marketplace and ensures that the construction industry continues to thrive, creating strong communities and vibrant neighborhoods across the nation.

Visit:  https://www.nahb.org/

NAHB National Delegates

Mr. Mike Jaffe

Mr. Mike Jaffe

Christopher Alan Homes

National Delegate

Ms. Christina Slate

Ms. Christina Slate

Peay’s Electric

National Delegate

Mr. Justice Opute

Mr. Justice Opute

OPUS Homes

Alternate Delegate

Ms. Natasha Spencer

Ms. Natasha Spencer

Shelter Mortgage

Alternate Delegate

LOCAL PARTNERSHIPS

The Space Coast HBCA thrives on strong, collaborative partnerships with key local organizations, including the Economic Development Commission of Florida’s Space Coast (EDC), the Melbourne Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Greater Palm Bay Chamber of Commerce, the Titusville Chamber of Commerce, and Accelerate Brevard (formerly the Cocoa Beach Chamber of Commerce), working together to drive growth, opportunity, and innovation across our region.

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