HBA members are home building professionals serving the Greater Tulsa area and communities throughout eastern Oklahoma. Dedicated to excellence in the housing industry, our members continually raise the standard for quality, integrity, and community impact.
Each year, the HBA of Greater Tulsa proudly recognizes outstanding members for their achievements, leadership, and service to both the Association and the community.
Click the links below to learn more about each HBA award and the individuals who exemplify our mission and values.
Established in 1989, the Spirit Award is one of the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa's highest honors. This award was created to recognize builders who make the best use of the HBA and exemplify the value of collaboration within our Association.
The Spirit Award symbolizes the vital relationship between contractors and subcontractors, highlighting the importance of using only qualified craftsmen and reputable suppliers when building a home. Each year, numerous companies submit their projects for consideration, which are reviewed by an independent accounting firm to determine which builder utilizes the highest percentage of HBA Associate members in their work.
Builders and Associates working together is the spirit that makes our Association strong. To celebrate this partnership, the Associate Council proudly sponsors the Spirit Award competition. This award recognizes and honors the builder who best exemplifies the “spirit of doing business with members” by actively supporting and engaging HBA Associate members.
2025 Recipient: Dana Day of Dana Build & Design
The Winning Builder Receives
- Half-page ad in the following year’s Greater Tulsa Parade of Homes Guide — distributed during the Parade and throughout the year to potential buyers. (Valued at $2,600)
- Recognition in the HBA Membership Directory, distributed to all members and shared with consumers seeking home-building referrals. (Valued at $400)
- Front-page feature and photo in the Home Building News publication. (Valued at $1,800)
- Advertising on the HBA website, including a rotating banner ad linking to the recipient’s company website. (Valued at $400)
- Homepage feature for one month on TulsaHBA.com. (Valued at $400)
- Private parking space at the HBA office, reserved and branded with the recipient’s company name at the front entrance. (Valued at $500)
The Frank Sanders Memorial Award was established to honor the late Frank Sanders, who embodied the qualities of an ideal Associate member: honest, hardworking, and dedicated to the success of the HBA of Greater Tulsa.
This award recognizes a member who demonstrates long-term commitment to the Association, working selflessly for the benefit of the organization with little regard for personal gain. The recipient exemplifies the spirit of service, helping the HBA thrive and supporting its mission in meaningful ways.
2025 Recipient: Tarah Duncan, Metro Appliances and More.
The Don Herrington Memorial Award was established to honor the late Don Herrington, who exemplified the qualities of an ideal builder member: respected in the industry, honest, always willing to help, and eager to see others succeed.
This award recognizes a builder who demonstrates long-term dedication to the HBA of Greater Tulsa and embodies the same integrity, generosity, and commitment that Don Herrington showed throughout his career.
2025 Recipient: Mike Fournier, Sonrise Construction
The Associate of the Year Award recognizes an Associate member who has demonstrated exemplary service to the HBA of Greater Tulsa over the past 12 months. Service may include contributions to councils, chapters, or committees, notable project accomplishments, Spike credit participation, and involvement at the state or national level, as well as other meaningful contributions to the Association.
To be eligible, a nominee must have either been an Associate of the Month within the past 24 months or be nominated by a past Associate of the Year winner.
2025 Recipient: Ed McIntyre, EDS Wealth
This award is selected by HBA past presidents at their annual dinner meeting and recognizes a Builder member who has demonstrated exemplary service to the Association over the past 12 months.
2025 Recipient: Chuck Ramsay, Shaw Development
The Remodeler of the Year Award is selected by past recipients of this honor and recognizes a Remodeler member who has demonstrated exemplary service to the HBA of Greater Tulsa over the past 12 months. Eligible service includes participation in the Remodelers Council, involvement in councils, chapters, or committees, notable project accomplishments, Spike credit contributions, and engagement at the state or national level, as well as other meaningful contributions to the Association.
This award may be bestowed more than once to the same Remodeler, honoring ongoing dedication and impact.
2025 Recipient: Jacob Giroux, HammerStars
The Young Leader of the Year Award recognizes a member under the age of 45 who has demonstrated outstanding leadership, engagement, and service to Leaders of Tomorrow (LOT45). This award highlights emerging professionals who are shaping the future of the home building industry through dedication, innovation, and community involvement.
2025 Recipient: Lucas Daffern of KleinCo Construction
This award recipient is selected by the Professional Women in Building Council leadership and is presented to a female member who has demonstrated exemplary leadership and service to the HBA.
2025 Recipient: Carrie DeWeese of Brian D. Wiggs Homes
The Spike of the Year Award recognizes an HBA member who has shown exceptional dedication to growing the Association through member recruitment and engagement. To be eligible, nominees must have recruited at least one new member within the year and demonstrated meaningful service to the HBA of Greater Tulsa.
A member may only receive the Spike of the Year Award once, making it a distinct honor within the Association.
2025 Recipient: Frank Sawyer, NuReDo Media
Now in its third year, the Philanthropist of the Year Award honors an individual who exemplifies generosity, compassion, and commitment to the welfare of others. Presented by the HBA Charitable Foundation, this award recognizes a member whose charitable efforts and support of good causes strengthen both the Association and the community.
For decades, the HBA of Greater Tulsa has thrived because of members who give back—this award celebrates that enduring spirit of service and philanthropy.
2025 Recipient: Kirk Shell of AVB Bank
The Rising Star Award was created to recognize a member who became actively engaged in the Association’s events, programs, and initiatives immediately upon joining. This award honors individuals who demonstrate enthusiasm, leadership potential, and a commitment to the mission of the HBA of Greater Tulsa from the very start of their membership.
2025 Recipient: Robert Chandler, Pixley Lumber
This award is chosen solely by the President to acknowledge and thank a member who has gone above and beyond their role.
2025 President's Award: Brandon Rainbolt, Oklahoma Natural Gas
This award is not based on membership type, event involvement, or length of service. Instead, the current year's Executive Committee selects a member to recognize for making a significant impact in various ways.
2025 Recipient: Connell Curran, Abbey Homes
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