The Greater Iowa City Home Builders Association

Shop Talk: How to Do Business with a Builder
2025-08-06 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Aug 6, 2025 11:00 AM in Central Time (US and Canada)
Join moderator Monica Wheaton, Vice President of Customer Success at ECI Software Solutions, along with members of the Associate Members Committee for a live discussion on how to successfully partner with builders in today’s market. This discussion will explore what production builders truly need, what custom builders really want and how associates and trade partners can best position themselves to win and retain builder business. Whether you’re a supplier, vendor or industry partner, we will discuss actionable strategies to build trust, demonstrate value and foster long-term, productive relationships. Don’t miss this valuable conversation on August 6 at 11:00 AM CST NOTE: This Shop Talk will be recorded for use on NAHB.org. By registering for this discussion, you agree to participate.
Register: Here

Live Online Course: How to Craft a Winning Digital Marketing Strategy - Sept. 4
2025-09-04 12:00 - 15:00
This course focuses on building a strong marketing foundation (website, branding and content), and how to use marketing strategy and tactics to engage potential home buyers and turn them into leads.
Register: Here

Lunch & Learn: Rock Your World: Set Goals That Actually Get Done
2025-09-25 11:30 - 13:00 | Hills Bank, 590 W Forevergreen Rd, North Liberty, IA, United States
Lunch & Learn by IC Area HBA

Ai in Construction Workshop
2026-03-25 08:30 - 11:30
Join us for
Tech Meets Trades: AI Workshop + Industry Networking
An in-person event designed specifically for the construction industry. This session focuses on simple, practical uses of AI that can help construction professionals save time, reduce manual work, and stay competitive—without technical jargon or prior AI experience.
We’ve identified a real gap in AI knowledge across construction, and this workshop is built to close that gap with hands-on tools you can use immediately.

🔧 What You’ll Gain

Live, hands-on demonstrations of practical AI tools tailored for construction
Simple techniques to save time, reduce repetitive tasks
Structured networking with contractors, subcontractors, project managers, superintendents, estimators, and other industry professionals

📋 What to Expect
Participants are encouraged to bring a laptop and try the tools during the workshop. Following the session, stay for guided industry networking designed to help you build new connections and explore potential partnerships.

👷 Who Should Attend
Anyone involved in or connected to the construction industry who wants to improve efficiency, explore emerging tools, and build meaningful professional relationships.

📍 Location & Registration
Green State Credit Union
2355 Landon Road
North Liberty, IA 52317
🗓 March 25 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
🔗 Register here: https://events.blackthorn.io/6g82hT47/4a4wQrpxaj

Contact Mary Zimmerman, DBE Support Services Program Manager with any questions: maryz@iastate.edu; 515-450-1278

Parade of Homes Breakfast
2026-06-05 07:00 - 16:30 | Hyvee Center – Centennial Park, 1565 St Andrews Dr,, North Liberty, IA, 52317, United States
A kickoff awards breakfast for members, sponsors, and partners ahead of the Parade of Homes member tour. 7:00 – 8:00 AM
HBA Members Only Tour – Tour the parade homes immediately after the breakfast until 4:30 PM before they open to the public
Sponsored by Hills Bank; RSVP here https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/5k772y2/lp/39f0a991-1e9a-49e4-bbeb-de469c747fe2

Nail Drivers Open Golf Outing
2026-07-17 08:00 - 16:00 | Saddleback Ridge Golf Course, 4646 180th St NE, Solon, IA, 52333, United States
A popular summer golf outing focused on networking, sponsorship engagement, and industry camaraderie.
Registration opens in April.

HBA Clay Shoot
2026-08-21 12:30 - 17:30 | Highland Hideaway Hunting, 3127 160th St, Riverside, IA, 52327, United States
A fun, team-based sporting clay event offering high-energy networking and sponsorship visibility.
Registration Opens in May

Holiday Party
2026-12-03 17:30 - 19:30
