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You are cordially invited to Tee It Up in the
NARI GOLF TEAM CHALLENGE
(Captain's Choice Team Competition)
Details below
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MONTHLY DINNER MEETING
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Crowne Plaza Hotel Uptown
201 S. McDowell Street
Charlotte, NC 28204
Guest Speaker: Sheri Lynch
Bob & Sheri Morning Show
SHERI LYNCH began her career in television, writing and producing paranoia-inducing news teases. Having tired of warning the world about the dangers lurking in dirty restaurant kitchens and sketchy daycare centers, she agreed to create a commercial for a new radio program. Enter Bob Lacey, wearing one of his favorite preppy outfits. "Lose the red sweater," she suggested. "You don't want to look like an elf, right?" To pay her back for that disrespect, Bob invited her to be his guest on-air. That was a meeting of soul mates, and the beginning of the long, happy Bob & Sheri partnership.
Sheri has been featured in numerous trade publications and has earned many professional honors. In 2002 and 2005, Sheri received the American Women in Radio and Television's (AWRT) highest honor, the Gracie Allen Award, in recognition of her outstanding achievement in the realistic portrayal of women in media. In 2004, Sheri won the Charlotte Business Journal's "Women in Business Achievement Award." She has been named Best Local Radio Personality by Creative Loafing magazine for over ten consecutive years. Bob & Sheri has also received six nominations for the radio industry's highest honor, the Marconi Award, presented by the National Association of Broadcasters.
Sheri's best-selling first book, Hello, My Name is Mommy (St. Martins Press), is currently in its fourth printing. Her second book, Be Happy, Or I'll Scream!, was released by St. Martins Press in late February 2006. Sheri is married, with two young daughters and a step -- or, as she prefers, bonus son.
$35 cash, check, Visa or MasterCard
Please Register (see below)
Cash Bar
5:30 p.m. Check-In & Networking
6:30 p.m. Dinner
3 Ways to Register
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Coming Soon : Register & Pay online www.naricharlotte.com (check, Visa, or MasterCard, American Express or Discover) -
Call the NARI office today to RSVP and provide credit card or check information
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Pay at the door
Deadline: Noon - Tuesday before the Dinner Meeting. Please pay in advance if possible to expidite check-in.
Contact director@naricharlotte.com
704.554.5002 - fax 704.365.NARI (6274) to register.
You may always pay at the door, by cash, check, Visa or MasterCard.
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Spring 2008 Small Business Seminar
Foscusing on Collections, Delinquency Management, Protecting Persoanl Assets, Mechanics Liens, Progress Payments, & Retainage
Thursday, April 24, 2008
12:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Lunch provided
Crowne Plaza Charlotte Hotel
201 S. McDowell Street
Registration Fee
NARI members - - $100; Non-Members - - $150
Attend and receive free admission to the monthly NARI dinner meeting immediately following (a $35 value).
Space is limited; sign up today!
Contact NARI of Greater Charlotte at 704.365.NARI (6274)
Qualifies as continuing education credit for building trade professionals.
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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Rob Miller
Dear NARI Members:
The last few months have been a great start to a bright future. Our biggest challenge facing us right now is remembering and honoring the groundwork we have laid out thus far. If we stay focused, and avoid projects that do not directly relate to our long term goals, will achieve success more quickly and completely.
This month I will share some brain food that you could reflect on as it might apply
to your careers as well as NARI.
THE USERS AND THE HELPERS
The key here is not in the lesson itself (we all know this already). The key is to hone your skills to recognize how, it's going to play out within yourself and the other party.
The helper relationship is basically good, sound, and long lasting. The User relationship, takes unfair advantage of one party, and is typically a short term affair, and definitely not a recipe for true and complete success. How might this apply? Let's use a bit of exaggeration to make the point:
If you are a remodeler, and you were talking to a prospective client. How far would you get if you said that all you really cared about was getting the job for the largest profit, doing the job with the least expensive materials and your design, and getting finished and paid as quickly as possible?
If you are selling a service or some building materials, it's the same story.
It's no different when you are talking to a perspective or current NARI member, the issue stays the same, remember, involved can be as simple as attending a meeting.
Perhaps a litmus test
One more tidbit to ponder:
Most everyone is familiar with the popular phrase; "The squeaky wheel get's the grease." I read a variation of that some years ago, that I believe evokes some deeper thought and reflection: Sometimes the squeaky wheel get's replaced.
Warmest Regards,
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Quick Facts About NARI Membership:
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Membership is a positive credit credential
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$410 Annual Dues
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Directory - print & distribute 14,000 copies twice per year
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Monthly Membership Meetings - networking- speakers - Table Top - Special Outings - Lowe's Motor Speedway and US National Whitewater Center. Complimentary March meeting being hosted by Professional Remodeler Magazine.
CotY Awards offer an opportunity to increase your company's marketing potential, boost credibility and prestige within the community & industry
Committee & Volunteer Opportunities
Education/Certification
Ethical business practices enforced
Golf - Stock Building Supply NARI Golf Team Challenge presented by ZOBO TV, Monday, April 21, 2008 at Ballantyne Resort.
NARI Sponsored Trade Show - Southern Ideal Home Show
NARI Jim Harkey Memorial Fund - charitable arm of NARI
NOTICE: If your membership dues were not received in the NARI Office before March 1, 2008, you are required to make application to reinstate your Membership. To apply for reinstatement, the following is required: (1) complete the current Membership Application form agreeing to all terms and conditions and send it along with your payment to Membership Committee, NARI of Greater Charlotte, P. O. Box 12445, Charlotte, NC 28220; (2) Processing - applications will be reviewed and considered by the 2008 Membership Committee; (3) Future Notification - you will be contacted by the 2008 Membership Committee. Thank you for your cooperation! |
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Executive Board:
Chairman of the Board: Bob Otto, RE Otto & Sons
President: Rob Miller, Bradco Supply Company, Inc.
1st VP: Reid Harkey, Harkey Tile & Stone, LLC
2nd VP: Teresa Sanders, Miller Tile & Marble
Treasurer: Vicki Westmoreland, New Dominion Bank
Secretary: Lynda Kuehni, Union County Habitat for Humanity
NARI Office*:
Charlene Smith, Executive Director
Allison Foscue, Marketing Coordinator
Board Members:
Allan Rhew, At-Large, Lowe's Home Improvement
Tony McAllister, At-Large, Quality Comfort Heating & Air Conditioning
Justin Mann, Membership Committee Chair, SilverLine
Charley Lew, Golf Committee Chair, Andrew Roby, Inc.
Bob Otto, Bylaws & Ethics/Personnel Chair, R.E. Otto & Sons
Ron Weatherly, Public Relations Committee Chair, Dry Pro Basement Systems
Scott Willis, Education Committee Chair, Stock Building Supply
Vicki Westmoreland, Budget Committee Chair, New Dominion Bank
Peter Dineen, Awards & Recognition Committee Chair, First Restoration Services
Thomas Faulk, PA, Attorney NARI Counsel, Bylaws & Ethics/Personnel
* NARI of Greater Charlotte, Inc. is managed by Smith Companies Management. | |
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2008 SPRING DIRECTORY
The 2008 Spring Directory has been printed and is now available for distribution. Directories. If you have an available driver or are available yourself to help get these directories distributed please contact the office at director@naricharlotte.com or 704.365.NARI (6274). |
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Time To Paint, Inc.
Painting - commercial & residential
Al Parada
1513 East Morehead St.
Charlotte, NC 28207
704.342.4759
704.342.4907 (fax)arnaldoparada@carolina.rr.com
Time To Roof
Roofing - commercial & residential
Al Parada
1513 East Morehead St.
Charlotte, NC 28207
704.342.4759
704.342.4907 (fax)arnaldoparada@carolina.rr.com
Prospective Members
The following applications have been received:
Accents Professional Painting - Rick Carter
Almetal Dryer Vent Corp. - Ray Terry
Carolina Home Remodeling - Beth Anderson
Jonin Construction dba Absolute Energy Ratings - Chris Folse
Kohler Co. - Tom Sturm
Money Mailer - Chris Churchill
Plantation Builders - Chris McIntyre
Prestige Marble - John Riddle
Principal Financial Group - Marty Rainford
Real Value, Inc. - Manu Sadanandan
NARI members are invited to supply the NARI Executive Director with any information regarding the suitability of any applicant for membership in NARI. Comments may be submitted anonymously. |
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Public Relations Committee
We still have several 2008 sponsorship opportunities available. Promote your company in all the print and media advertising that NARI produces for the following events:
- Stock Building Supply 2008 Golf Team Challenge April 21st Presented by ZOBO TV. (check website for registration and sponsorship opportunities)
- Dinner Meeting at US National White Water Center July 31st
- Southern Ideal Home Show Opportunities
- CotY Awards Sponsors
Contact the office for further information director@naricharlotte.com or 704.635.NARI (6274) |
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NARI Members: Advertise in the Monthly Newsletter !
Rate Card
1/8 page-$30
1/4 page-$40
1/2 page-$60
1 full page-$120
Deadline for newsletter is last working day of the month
Must be camera ready artwork!
Call the NARI office for more details 704.365.6274
Also, don't forget you can login to www.naricharlotte.com to edit your NARI Directory Information / Listing. |
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Golf Committee - Charley Lew - Chair
The golf tournament spots are filling up quickly.
Call today to register!
NARI GOLF TEAM CHALLENGE
Presented by
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Ballantyne Resort
Monday, April 21, 2008
Captain's Choice - Four Player Teams
Scoring based on modified Callaway Scoring System
Enter Today - Spots are filling up!
At the event:
Registration 9am - 10:45 am
11 am - Shotgun Start Awards immediately following play
Complimentary Lunch provided by
For special sponsorship opportunities, contact Charley Lew at 704-334-5477 for more information.
*A portion of all proceeds will benefit the NARI Jim Harkey Memorial Fund, the charitable arm of NARI of Greater Charlotte | |
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NARI GOLF TEAM CHALLENGE
MONDAY, APRIL 21, 2008
Presented by:
$125 p/player - cash, check or
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ENTER NOW: Field Limited to 108 Players ! Call 704.365.6274 FAX 704.554.5002
Captain: HDCP:
Company Name:
Email address:
Phone:
Player # 2: HDCP:
Company Name:
Email address:
Phone:
Player # 3: HDCP:
Company Name:
Email address:
Phone:
Player # 4: HDCP:
Company Name:
Email address:
Phone:
Credit Card No: Exp.
3-digit Code : Phone No.:
Name on Card:
Company Name:
Billing Address:
City/State/Zip:
Signature:
2008 Golf Hole Sponsors
2008 Closest to the Pin Sponsors
2008 Putting Green Sponsor
2008 Beverage Cart Sponsor
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CotY Committee
Peter Dineen - Chair - 704.376.6777 or pdineen@firstrestoration.com
"Contractor of the Year" Gala
November 15, 2008
Crowne Plaza Hotel
201 S. McDowell Street
Charlotte, NC 28204
Sponsored by:
2008 CotY Entry Binders are available - $125 each
Pick up your entry binder today! |
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Education Committee
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COMING UP:
NARI Spring Seminar
April 24, 12 Noon - 5:30 pm
"Practical Finance Topics"
Crowne Plaza Uptown Hotel
NARI Spring Seminar Faculty will conduct one afternoon session!
Financial Management and Business Topics
Protecting your personal assets, collections, small claims court, delinquency management, what options do banks and financial management companies offer, mechanics liens, contract terms to protect the contractor, and more!
TO ENTER: CALL 704.365.NARI (6274)
Fees:
NARI Members: $100
(includes one NARI Dinner following seminar)
Non-Members: $150
(includes one NARI Dinner following seminar)
ENTER TODAY - Attendance Limited to first 25 to Enroll!
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Additional Education Notes:
NARI Green Remodeling Class Has been a huge success. We will notify you of the next class being offered. Be sure to sign up!
NARI Certification Program
CR Class began April 1st. Good luck students. Study hard!
Future NARI Education Workshops
Earn continuing education units!
May - 3:30 - 5:30 pm prior to NARI Dinner Meeting
June - 3:30 - 5:30 pm prior to NARI Dinner meeting
September - 3:30 - 5:30 pm prior to NARI Dinner Meeting
October - 3:30 - 5:30 pm prior to NARI Dinner Meeting
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Trade Shows Committee
Friday, September 5 - Sunday, September 7, 2008
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Please contact the NARI of Greater Charlotte, Inc.
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NARI CALENDAR |
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2008 Calendar At-A-Glance
April:
April 1st: CR Class begins
April 1st: CotY Binders available for purchase
April 21: Stock Building Supply/NARI Golf Team Challenge presented by ZOBO TV at Ballantyne Resort - Registration 9-11 am. Shotgun at 11.
April 24: ½ Day Spring Seminar (watch emails for details) - No Workshop this month
Monthly Dinner Meeting - Crowne Plaza Hotel
May:
May 29: Education Workshop 3:30 -5:30 prior to dinner meeting
Monthly Dinner Meeting - Crowne Plaza Hotel
June:
June 21: CR Class exam (all day) NARI office June 26: Education Workshop 3:30 -5:30 prior to dinner meeting
Monthly Dinner Meeting - Crowne Plaza Hotel
July:
July 28: Directory Deadline-Database exported for Fall Directory (verify your info.)
July 31: Monthly Dinner Meeting - US National Whitewater Center
August:
August 11: LAST DAY to purchase/pick up CotY Entry Binder
August 28: Monthly Dinner Meeting - Table Top at Crowne Plaza Hotel
September:
September 5-7: Southern Ideal Home Show sponsored by NARI (new Fall Directory distributed)
September 25: Education Workshop 3:30 -5:30 prior to dinner meeting
Monthly Dinner Meeting - Crowne Plaza Hotel
October:
October 6: DEADLINE FOR ALL CotY ENTRY BINDERS
October 30: Education Workshop 3:30 -5:30 prior to dinner meeting
Monthly Dinner Meeting - Crowne Plaza Hotel
November:
November 15: CotY Awards Gala
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Scene & Heard
Professional Remodeler Magazine hosted our March 2008 dinner meeting. We had 145 members and guests enjoy the evening. Below are a few pictures, if you would like to see more please visit www.naricharlotte.com
(L-R) NARI of Greater Charlotte President, Rob Miller (Bradco) and Board Member, Alan Rhew (Lowe's)
(L-R) Membership Committee Member, Perry Hager (H&S Lumber) his wife Francis with William Skinner (A Grime Fighter) & Tom Skinner (A Grime Fighter) - Look for H&S Lumber's and A Grime Fighter's Ad in the Spring 2008 directory.
(L-R)Mark Gilbert (Gilbert Construction), designer Kendra Tardif (Pheasant Hill Designs), David Tyson (David Tyson & Asso.) and Tammy Gilbert (Gilbert Construction)
(L-R)Rich Guthmann (Guthmann Construction), Mark Johnston (Dry Pro Systems) and Vicki Guthmann (Guthmann Construction)
(L-R)NARI of Greater Charlotte 2007 Rookie of the Year, Ben Bartnikowski (Clipper Magazine) and Ron Petoia (Clipper Magazine)
(L-R)New members Troy Barlow & Michael Ludwig (New Urban Concepts) with Craig from Professional Remodeler Magazine.
(L-R)Guest Diane Ivey (WDYT AM 1220), PR Committee Chair, Ron Weatherly (Dry Pro Systems), Chairman of the Board, Bob Otto (RE Otto & Sons), Todd Sterchi (Nitelites) and guest Deanna Greco (WDYT AM 1220)
(L-R) Joerg Kuehni and NARI of Greater Charlotte Secretary, Lynda Kuehni, Union County Habitiat for Humanity ReStore
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From the desk of the Executive Director: Charlene Smith
thought you might be interested ----------
According to Josh Garskof in his recent article in the April 2008 Issue of Money Magazine one upside of the popped real estate bubble is that hiring contractors has suddenly become a lot easier.
He recommends a green light to homeowners if your contractor
1) has a good rep in the industry.
2) his business card includes a local address
3) his list of references is a mile long
He recommends a yellow light
1) he drives a rusted out jalopy
2) he wants cash
3) he doesn't provide a cell number
He recommends a red light
1) he wants to skip the permit or have homeowner apply for it.
2) he solicits the business next door
3) he seems sleezy
Josh recommends homeowners ask the following three questions when checking out references:
1) How has the work held up over time?
2) Was the contractor easy to reach?
3) Did he run into problems and how were they resolved?
For more details go to the April 2008 issue of Money Magazine
We expect all NARI members to have a green light! | |
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