EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Katy Stulc
kstulc@blackhillshomebuilders.com

Serves as chief administrative officer, recommends and participates in formulation of new policies and makes decisions within the bounds of existing policies. Plans, organizes, directs and coordinates the staff, programs and activities to ensure the association’s goals and objectives are met.

Duties, Responsibilities and Authorities:
1. Informs the Board of Directors, Executive Committee and Officers on the conditions and operations of the association.
2. Attends all meetings of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee.
3. Maintains the assets of the association and investments in accordance with the established policies.
4. Plans, formulates and recommends to the Board of Directors basic policies and programs which will further the objectives of the association.
5. Prepares minutes, agendas and reports for all Board of Directors and Executive Committee meetings.
6. Executes all decisions of the Board of Directors except in cases when assignments are made specifically by the Board.
7. Manages the administrative operations of association and develops specific policies, procedures and programs to carry out.
8. Directs and coordinates all approved programs, projects and major activities of staff.
9. Recruits, hires, trains and motivates association staff.
10. Establishes performance standards and goals and evaluates staff.
11. Provides liaison and staff support to Committees to enable them to perform their assigned functions.
12. Executes such contracts and commitments as may be authorized by the Board of Directors or established policies.
13. Promotes interest and active participation to members in the association’s activities.
14. Maintains effective relationships with public and private organizations to ensure the interest of the association is realized.
15. Develops and recommends an annual budget in cooperation with the Treasurer/Finance Committee and operates within the established guidelines.
16. Insures that all funds, physical assets and other property owned by the association are appropriately safeguarded.
17. Plans, coordinates and conducts a public relations program to enhance public acceptance of the industry.
18. Serves as Executive Editor of official publications.
19. Develops education programs to advance the professional skills of the membership, operating within budget and program objectives.
20. Plans, organizes and directs membership promotion and retention programs.
21.Provides staff support in planning and conducting all association events.
22. Develops and coordinates legislative, regulatory and political efforts, maintains relationships with officials and agencies impacting the industry.
23. Plans and executes all communications to the membership.
24. Acts as a liaison with NAHB, attending all official meetings and the Executive Officers Council Seminar.
25. Safeguards confidential information as it applies to the daily functions of the association and members.
26. Carries out such other general responsibilities as may be delegated by the Officers and Board of Directors.

MEMBERSHIP MANAGER
Lindsay Willits
lwillits@blackhillshomebuilders.com

Develops and manages membership recruitment and retention programs that increase the membership base of the association. Also, develops, manages and promotes member services that enhance the value of membership.

Duties, Responsibilities and Authorities:
1. With the approval of the Board of Directors and in conjunction with the Membership Committee, sets annual membership recruitment and retention goals for the association and develops a plan to achieve those goals.
2. Coordinates the development of membership recruitment materials, including theme, text and production.
3. Targets new areas for membership growth, develops prospect lists and recruits new members of the association.
4. Provides reports to the Board, Membership Committee and Executive Officer on new member applications, upcoming renewals, and cancellation statistics.
5. Identifies and trains volunteer membership recruiters. Coordinates Spike Club activities and develops other recognition programs for volunteer recruiters.
6. Coordinates Ambassador Club activities and conducts new member orientations to inform members of local, state and national services and programs.
7. Develops profiles of new members to identify areas for member involvement and interest in new member services.
8. Develops new services for the membership, including affinity programs and product and service discounts.
9. Produces new member kits and membership certificates for all new members.
10. Develops and coordinates membership drives and campaigns.
11. Conducts exit surveys of non-renewing members to determine reasons for canceling membership.
12. Provides primary staff support to the Membership Committee, including preparing agendas, taking minutes and handling meeting logistics.
13. Provides support to other association committees and councils as assigned by the Executive Officer.
14. Working in conjunction with accounting staff, assures that dues notices are sent in a timely fashion and include information to encourage renewals.
15. Working in conjunction with communications staff, provides membership information for the association’s newsletter and annual member directory.
16. Working in conjunction with administrative staff, assures that all membership information is entered into the association’s database and kept accurate.
17. Acts as a liaison to the NAHB Membership Marketing Department and becomes familiar with its programs and materials.

EVENTS MANAGER
Cheryl Bettmeng
events@blackhillshomebuilders.com

Develops and manages the special events of the association, including the Parade of Homes, Home Show, Trade Show, consumer programs, social events and general membership meetings.

Duties, Responsibilities and Authorities:
1. Coordinates the development, management and execution of the annual Parade of Homes, including site selection, builder participation, promotion and on-site logistics. Provides primary staff support to the Parade of Homes Committee.
2. Coordinates the development, management and execution of the annual Home Show, including booth sales, promotion and on-site logistics. Provides primary staff support to the Home Show Committee.
3. Coordinates the development, management and execution of the annual Trade Show, including booth sales, promotion and on-site logistics. Provides primary staff support to the Trade Show Committee.
4. Develops and coordinates the consumer programs of the association, including home buyer schools and home remodeling schools.
5. Provides primary staff support to the Associates Council and associate member functions. Acts as a liaison to the NAHB Associate Members Committee and becomes familiar with its services and products.