The Associates Appreciation Gala
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September is Associates Appreciation Month
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The Associates Appreciation Gala
September 18, 2008

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NJBA Associates Committee Mission Statement |
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NJBA Associates Committee Mission Statement
Associates can and will be a powerful and positive force within our State Association while also advancing the initiatives of the building industry.
The Committee plans and acts to advance associates business opportunities through education and builder exposure, which strengthens NJBA and all locals.
Committee initiatives benefit all trades, suppliers and service providers that are members of the association.
Adopted and approve by the Associates Committee 1/31/08
Meet the Members of the Associates Committee
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| Congratulations Bob Bolderman, NAHB member for 50 years! |
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NAHB 50 YEAR MEMBERSHIP AWARD
Shore Builders Association of Central New Jersey proudly announces that Robert Bolderman of R.J. Bolderman Associates has been awarded the NAHB 50 Year Membership Award.

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Associate's Spotlight
Michael Kurpiel, NAHB Bill Polley BUILD-PAC Award Recipient |
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Congratulations to Michael Kurpiel, of PRO Build (formerly Strober Building Supply) as this year’s recipient of NAHB’s Bill Polley BUILD-PAC Award. This award was established seven years ago to recognize the most outstanding associate member ADVOCATE of BUILD PAC on the local, state and national levels. Named in honor of Bill Polley, the award acknowledges the associate member who best epitomizes Bill’s ardent loyalty and support for BUILD-Pac at all levels of NAHB. Mike will be presented with this award at the Associates’ Appreciation Breakfast on February 14, 2008 at the International Builders Show, Peabody Hotel Orlando at 8:00 AM.
Registration Form

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| The Associate Appreciation Gala |
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The Second Annual Associates Appreciation Gala, held on October 3rd was a huge success. Please take a moment to view the power point and photos showing the award recipients and highlights of the event.
View the PowerPoint
View Images From The Associate Appreciation Gala
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NJBA Builder and Associate members work together to provide shelter for thousands of families in New Jersey. Associate member contributions are essential to the home building industry, our Association, and our community. Whether volunteering at an event, chairing a committee, sponsoring a function, getting the word out through member mobilization or providing financial support to BPAC, all members of our Association benefit from the deeds of these individuals.
Their commitment to the success of the association and industry knows no limits. Associate members provide vital products and services to the home building industry – and they are vital to NJBA’s success.
Associates and Builders working together in proud support of giving the American Dream of owning a home in New Jersey a reality.
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Building Up Your Business with Builders
- Clearly Define your Goals
- Identify Your Potential Customers
- Determine Your Role in Supporting the needs of your Potential Customers
- Get Involved!
- Identify Association Activities for Involvement
- Identify Your Level of Commitment
Networking - Successful business partnerships are created when we make an effort to target potential customers, establish communications, and cultivate long-term relationships. By getting involved in your Local Association and NJBA, you can develop a substantial network of business contacts.
Top Secrets for Networking
- Develop a memorable introduction for yourself
- Keep your business cards in one easily accessible place
- Smile! Be friendly and show enthusiasm
- Ask questions and above all, LISTEN to the answers
- Do not sell! Do not sell! Do not sell!
- Follow-up with the contacts you have made
Volunteer for any committee or association activity or event that you expect the targeted customer to attend.
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The best way to say thank you to an
Associate Member is to say
"You have my Business" |

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Your contributions are essential to the home building industry, our Association, and our community.
Remember the best way to say thank you to our Associate members
is to give them an opportunity to get your business.

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