More Relevant. More Timely. More Impact

Our data-to-date shows strong member response to this new weekly version of the Housing News. We are able to track the number of those who open and interact in various ways with this electronic newsletter. Not only will that help guide us in making content decisions that serve you better, it will also help our advertisers measure the return on investment more accurately.

The Housing News weekly is helping us deliver relevant member news in a more timely and concise way. It also offers advertisers greater impact with a format that offers less clutter and more frequency. If you haven't had an opportunity to check out the advertising options available in the Housing News Weekly, (and the new printed Housing News Quarterly,) you can do so by clicking here. There are also advertorial options when your company has a new product or service to promote that warrants a headline and article in the Weekly edition. You can also place banner ads on the blog pages to which articles link -- that provides for both member-to-member and member-to-public advertising options on event blogs (Parade of Homes, Home Show, etc.)

In January, the new Housing News Quarterly printed publication will debut in a more colorful, visually streamlined format featuring event photos, industry news analysis and other exclusive data. Also designed to minimize clutter, the Quarterly's advertising options are limited and offer higher profile branding opportunities for member advertisers. Check out these new member advertising options and you'll discover they are more relevant, more timely, offer more impact and more return on your investment!

Save The Date - Tuesday, January 19

The HBA's next general membership meeting is set for Tuesday, January 19. It will be a luncheon meeting, 11:30 am, at the Ramada Oasis Convention Center, 2546 N. Glenstone. The program will provide an overview of the "Stop Double Taxation: Protect Our Homes" ballot initiative. This effort, funded by the Missouri Association of Realtors, was recently endorsed by the HBAGS Board of Directors. If enough signatures are obtained and certified by the deadline, the following language will be placed on the ballot for consideration by Missouri's voters in November 2010:

"Shall the Missouri Constitution be amended to prevent the state, counties, and other political subdivisions from imposing any new tax, including a sales tax, on the sale or transfer of homes or any other real estate?"

For additional information and to RSVP, email kay@springfieldhba.com.

LAST CHANCE to Advertise Your Business in Annual HBA Magazine

Click here for Online Reservation Form

FINAL DEADLINE IS HERE...

LIMITED AVAILABILITY REMAINS! 

ACT NOW TO RESERVE ONE OF THE FEW 

REMAINING OPPORTUNITIES FOR 2010!

The 2010 HBA Event Magazine will be unveiled at the 2010 Home Show, and available advertising space is going fast (and magazine deadline is just a few weeks away). Don't miss your opportunity (exclusively for HBA members) to advertise to thousands of potential customers who will attend the HBA Home Show, Parade of Homes, and Home Remodeling EXPO in 2010. One advertising purchase secures a presence for your business in all three editions for the coming year.

To see ad sizes and prices, click on the HBA's Online Reservation form. If you know what you want, you can go ahead and fill out the form to reserve your ad space. If you are interested in advertising in the Event Magazine, but have questions please fill out a Contact Form or call Aaron Wahlquist at 889.7232.

Reserve Ad Space Online (also for viewing ad sizes and prices)

2009 Rate Sheet and Reservation form (PDF File)

A Very Entertaining Christmas Party

HBA Members enjoyed a festive evening at the Tower Club on December 15. The entertainment was VERY creative and several of our members "volunteered" to perform in the improvisational skits -- see the slide show for photos of the fun! Many thanks to all those who attended and to social hour sponsor Waddell & Reed.

Membership Matters - Applications, New Members & Renewals

NEW APPLICATIONS FOR MEMBERSHIP:

New Seasons Landscaping & Irrigation

Landscaping & Irrigation

Michael Perry

PO Box 14436, Springfield MO 65814

827.5385

Ferrellgas

Propane Supplier

Thomas Bloess

1219 N. Eagle Crest, Nixa MO 65714

310.6110

Water Technology of the Ozarks

Water Treatment

Bert Brower, Jr.

PO Box 1080, Nixa MO 65714

725.4141

Sponsor: Dan Knight

NEW MEMBERS

Lathrop & Gage
Randell Wallace, Attorney
1845 S. National Ave., Springfield MO 65804
417.877.5901
Sponsor: Kevin Clingan

Centennial Brick & Stone
Craig Winegar, Manufactured Stone Retailer
PO Box 2057, Nixa MO 65714
417.459.7579
Sponsor: Jason Stewart

Decorating Den Interiors
Nola Shivers, Interior Design
1310 N. Kelly Ave., Nixa MO
417.724.9400
Sponsor: Sam Bradley

RENEWALS

Advanced Metal Fabricators
American Detection Specialist, Inc.
Anderson Construction Co., Inc.
Barker-Phillips-Jackson Inc.
Carnahan-White, Inc
Continental Title Company
Culligan of Springfield
Dave's Custom Woodworking Inc
Direct Buy of Springfield
Garnet & Company
Jamerson Doors, Inc.
justADhumor, Inc. (HBA Event Magazine)
KennCo Contractors Inc
Knight Heating & A/C
Millstone Custom Homes, LLC
The Overhead Door Company of Springfield
Sechler Electric
Sherwin-Williams Company
Sunbelt Environmental Services
Superior Interiors, Inc.
Vermillion

Affiliate Renewals
Meek's Insulation & Drywall- Rob Light

Cancellations:

Springfield Door Service

HBA Christmas Banquet: Fine Dining & Entertainment Tuesday Night!

Please join us for the HBA's Christmas festivities on Tuesday, December 15 at The Tower Club. You’ll enjoy an outstanding meal and the Tower Club’s beautiful view of the city's holiday lights. Ticket prices for the 2009 HBA Christmas banquet have been cut by $5 compared to recent years, and members will enjoy an exciting and elegant new venue for the event. You won’t want to miss the fun with entertainment provided by The Skinny Improv.

HBA Christmas Party
Tuesday, December 15
The Tower Club in Hammons Tower
901 E. St. Louis St. in Springfield
6:30 pm - Social Hour
7:30 pm - Dinner & Entertainment
$30 per person

Make your reservations by emailing kay@springfieldhba.com or call the office at 881.3711.

Member News - Glenn Kristek Celebrates 50 Years With Wickman's Garden

HBA Member Wickman’s Garden Village is proud to announce Glenn Kristek’s 50th Anniversary with Wickman’s. Kristek has owned Wickman’s Garden Village for 37 years but started working with the company in 1959 while studying agriculture at Southwest Missouri State College, now known as Missouri State University.

December 7th, 1959 was the first day Glenn Kristek reported to work at Wickman’s. 50 years later, Kristek is usually the first to arrive every morning and one of the last to go home at night.

“Simply stated, I could not have asked for a greater person to work for. In the 25 years I’ve worked with Glenn his work ethic and integrity have never wavered. In trying situations his calm, cool approach has always been an inspiration and example. I look forward to the next year as much as I did the first year,” said Jim Simmerman. “I wish Glenn and his great family the best for many more years. Thanks for all you’ve done Glenn!”

Wickman’s Garden Village has been a part of the community since 1922 and grown from a small nursery to a multi-department village which includes the Saltbox Gift Shop, In-House Boutique, over 20,000 sq. feet of greenhouse space, landscaping and irrigation services and much more. Throughout those 87 years, Wickman’s Garden Village has provided the Ozarks with everything from eye-catching flowers to stylish interior decorations.

Does your HBA member company have important news to share with fellow members? Send your news releases to jennifer@springfieldhba.com or fax to 417.881.7334.