[CHICAGO, ILLINOIS] – The National Association of Home Builders announced that it has named the Building Industry Association of Greater Chicago as a Grand Award winner as part of the 2022 Annual Membership Awards.
The HBA was selected in its size category as the association with the nation’s highest the NAHB Grand Award for Affiliate Numerical Increase for 2022.
“Each year, one HBA from each group size with the highest numerical increase, percentage growth, retention rate and numerical increase in Affiliate membership is honored with a Grand Award.” – Louise Martin
Director, HBA Membership Growth & Program Activation
NAHB’s Grand Awards honor local and state HBAs that have demonstrated exceptional achievement in membership growth and retention. These awards are given to the top association from each group size in several membership categories including numerical increase, percentage increase, annual retention rate and highest increase in Affiliate members.
“An NAHB Grand Award represents BIAGC’s commitment to its members and creating a welcoming community for all,” Judy Dinelle, 2023 NAHB Membership Committee Chairman said. “NAHB recognizes local organizations for their outstanding achievements in member recruitment and retention each year to celebrate their success as we strive to serve everyone in the home building industry.”
BIAGC’s recruitment and retention efforts included several strategies, including events like the Key Awards, Backlot BBQ Bash, Women in Construction, and other pop-up membership events. These efforts helped foster a strong sense of community and attracted new members to the organization.
Learn more about the National Association of Home Builders and the Grand Awards here.
