| 2009 BIBCA Board of Directors |
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Doug Kooyman, President- Training Chair
dkooyman@kooymanlumber.cm
Rick Rogers, Past President- PR/Marketing Chair
Greg Kudrna, Vice President- Membership Chair
Henges Insulation
Olathe, KS
Bart Bartholomew, Treasurer Finance and BIBS HP Chair
Builders Insulation
Oklahoma City, OK
Leon Muenks, Secretary- Training Committee
Leon J. Muenks Insulation
Bonnots Mill, MO
Tim Johnson- Exhibits Chair
Lakeside Advanced Building
South Range, WI
Brian Blad- Training Committee
Merlin's Insulation
Chubbuck, ID
Bill Bradley- HP Committee
All South Insulation, LLC
Pass Christian, MS
Susan Watkin, Dan Stoner
Serviec Partners, R-Factor
Aurora, CO
800-525-8992
Stephen Crouch
Johns Manville
Denver, CO
Judy Whittle
Knauf Insulation
Shelbyville, IN
Shawn Beears
CertainTeed Corporation
Valley Forge, PA
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REMEMBER
USE OUR TRADESHOW BOOTHS!
We have three booths that book-up fast so call the BIBCA office at 866-330-2427 and reserve one for your next trade show!
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Fellow BIBCA Members, |
My duties as President will end soon. Doug Kooyman, BIBCA's Vice President will take over on January 1, 2009 . 2008 has been a very trying time for our industry and I feel 2009 will be very interesting to say the least. In these tough times, we all have to work harder and smarter to maintain and increase our market share. BIBCA is here to help.
BIBCA has had a great 2008. In March, the Board of Directors along with our industry partners and Executive Director spent two full days in Kansas City developing our three year business plan. I am very pleased to announce that our first year goals are almost reached! This is a very comprehensive plan that gives BIBCA a blueprint for continued success.
Our membership has increased for the sixth year in a row. BIBCA's online training program is ready to be launched. We have had many successful local training sessions through out the United States with many more planned for 2009. All of our marketing brochures have been updated along with a new "About BIBCA" brochure. The new Media Kits will be completed by the end of the year. BIBCA participated in four trade shows this year and had a very successful convention in February in Colorado Springs. Probably the most exiting news is the introduction by Service Partners of "BIBS/HP". This hybrid system will combine polyurethane spray foam and BIBS. BIBCA is working with Service Partners on this new system which will include training and promotion. Kristin Bennett, our Executive Director, has secured new office space and will have her entire staff in one location. Many thanks to Leta Brewster who served as Membership Director and Sara Glaze who served as Training Coordinator this last year. Many thanks to Kristin, Leta and Sara for job well done!
In closing, BIBCA is in very strong shape going into 2009. BIBCA maintains a very strong Board of Directors which includes representatives from Service Partners, Johns Manville, CertainTeed and Knauf. BIBCA offers so much to our members which includes training, marketing, technical support and referrals. I encourage all members to get their 2009 dues in and continue to enjoy the benefits of BIBCA.
Rick Rogers
InsulVail Branch Manager
2008 BIBCA President
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Member Services |
| BIBCA has been busier than ever, and has enjoyed significant growth over the past couple of years. As the office has relocated, I am the new Membership Coordinator for BIBCA replacing Leta Brewster. I am here to help you make the most of your membership in 2009.
If you have any questions, or need anything don't hesitate to call or e-mail me. I am at your service and looking forward to a great year!
Happy Holidays,
Megan Oelkers
605-448-2944
Toll Free 866-330-2427
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Happy New Year from Gail O'Brien, your new Training Coordinator. I am proud to join Kristin Bennett and have the opportunity to assist her with BIBCA. We are planning at least ten training opportunities for BIBCA members in 2009. If you have specific training questions or concerns please feel free to contact us. We are here to support your every BIBCA need!
Looking forward to working with you in 2009,
Gail O'Brien
605-448-2944
Toll Free 866-330-2427
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A Note from the Executive Director
We close out 2008 on a high note. Our membership numbers are double what they were a few years ago, and we're extremely busy developing new ways to help your BIBS business grow. In the past, we have hosted an annual convention, typically held in February each year. The Board of Directors has moved us into a new schedule, with our next convention to be held in 2010. The alternating years in between, we will take our show on the road, offering many training opportunities across the U.S. Four of these trainings in 2009 will be enhanced with extra workshop-type opportunities. The schedule is being developed now and will be published soon.
For 2009, our Board roster shows the retirement of Jeff Boone as Past President, and the new titles of our Executive Board. We also have a new Knauf Representative, Judy Whittle. Because of several changes in 2007, we have a full roster of Board members for 2009 with no openings until 2010. To the left is the slate of executive officers for 2009, and details on committee chair positions. Please feel free to contact any of these board members or the BIBCA office if you ever have questions or needs.
Here's to another year of growth in 2009!
Kristin Bennett
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