AMBASSADORS CLUB   builders-committee

The purpose of this committee is to establish personal contact with new members to ensure that these companies are aware of and utilize the services and benefits available through Rochester Area Builders. They accomplish this through contacts during the first year of membership.
Committee meets monthly.

AWARDS COMMITTEE   builders-committee

Overseeing the acknowledgment of membership participation is the charge of this committee. This is done through nominating members for the Distinguished Service Award for Builders and Associates and the Rising Star Award. This committee also plans the annual Awards Dinner held in November.
Committee meets August through November.

COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMITTEE   builders-committee

This committee plans the projects that allow the Association to interact with consumers, such as a Community Project, our Outreach to Youths including Scholarships, Speak to Schools program, and Job Shadowing, media advertising, and building bird feeders for a Ronald McDonald activity among others.
Committee meets January through November.

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE   builders-committee

This group of members meets with the Director of Rochester’s Community Development Department along with staff from Public Works, Planning & Zoning, and Building Safety on a regular basis to give input on the development, building permit, and inspection process.
Committee meets monthly.

DISPUTE RESOLUTION COMMITTEE   builders-committee

Helping our members to deal with consumer problems is the duty of this committee. They have developed building standards and will encourage our members to follow them. When there are customer complaints, the committee will visit the home to decide if the work is within the standards or needs to be fixed.
Committee meets as necessary.

EDUCATION COMMITTEE   builders-committee

This committee is charged with developing programs and seminars that will help to develop the professionalism and profitability of our members. Several all-day education events are planned – multiple in Rochester and one in Winona.
Committee meets June through September.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE   builders-committee

The five officers of the Association meet to oversee the details of running the organization, to plan Board meetings, and to make recommendations to the Board of Directors.
Committee meets monthly.

FASHION SHOW COMMITTEE   builders-committee

This committee is responsible for planning and promoting our fashion show, Studs, Struts & Stilettos, which benefits Two Rivers Habitat for Humanity. This is a community event where both members and non-members can participate as designers and sponsors.
Committee meets monthly.

FINANCE COMMITTEE    builders-committee

This group develops the annual budget for R.A.B., regularly reviews our financial status, and makes recommendations to the Board of Directors.
Committee meets Quarterly.

GOLF OUTING COMMITTEE   builders-committee

The responsibility of this committee is to plan our annual golf outing so that it provides an enjoyable day for our members and their guests as well as revenue for our association.
Committee meets January through July.

GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE   builders-committee

This committee is charged with monitoring, initiating, and reacting to issues that are necessary to the maintenance of a favorable building environment. They serve as the primary review committee on all issues that affect our industry at all levels of government. They also develop ideas and oversee activities that can raise funds for our state PAC.
Committee meets monthly.

GREEN BUILDING COMMITTEE    builders-committee

This committee investigated various green building programs and recommended MN GreenStar as the program of choice for our Association. They provide updated “green” information to the members through regular programs and articles in the newsletter.
Committee meets monthly.

HOME SHOW COMMITTEE   builders-committee

This very important event in the RAB schedule requires many hours of dedicated work by this committee. They coordinate all aspects of the show in order to provide a professional stage for our members to present new products to the consumer. The event is held each February at the Mayo Civic Center.
Committee meets monthly.

MEMBERSHIP & RETENTION COMMITTEE   builders-committee

The purpose of this committee is to develop and implement an ongoing membership development program. They are responsible for new member recruitment through annual membership drives.
Committee meets monthly.

PERSONNEL COMMITTEE   builders-committee

The task of this committee is to work with the staff in creating a favorable office environment in order that the work of the association can be carried forward. They also update personnel policies and procedures and interview employee candidates as needed.
Committee meets most months.

PROGRAM COMMITTEE   builders-committee

This committee is responsible for arranging and coordinating all speakers, social sponsors, and special events related to the General Membership Meetings and Summer Networking Nights held the last Tuesday of each month. They also plan the annual Christmas Party held on the 2nd Friday of December.
Committee meets monthly.

REMODELERS TOUR COMMITTEE   builders-committee

Every year the Remodelers Council puts on a tour of remodeled homes for the public to view. It is held in September on the 1st weekend of the Fall Showcase of Homes. This group oversees the planning of this event by soliciting participation from Council members and making decisions on advertising and promotion.
Committee meets March through November.

SHOWCASE COMMITTEE   builders-committee

This committee organizes and promotes both the Spring Showcase of Homes held in April and the Fall Showcase of Homes held in September in order to boost home sales and raise the level of recognition for our builder members.
Committee meets most months.

SPORTING CLAY SHOOT COMMITTEE   builders-committee

The responsibility of this committee is to plan our annual sporting clay shoot so that it provides an enjoyable day for our members and their guests as well as revenue for our association.

Committee meets most months.


ROCHESTER AREA BUILDERS COUNCILSbuilders-committee

The Association is pleased to have five active councils. The purpose of a council is to provide “like-minded” members an opportunity to further explore their interests. Each council has a separate membership application and charges a set amount of dues to cover the council’s activities.

THE BUILDERS EXCHANGE OF ROCHESTER (BER)   builders-committee

Application – Builders Exchange of Rochester
This Council provides access to commercial projects in our area. Members can view specifications and plans in our office and also online if they subscribe to the Plans Online Service. Members also receive the Weekly Bulletin giving them information on plans currently in the office as well as Planholders and lists of apparent low bidders.
Annual Membership Dues are $299. Upgrade option: $550 for Plans Online Service.

TRUSTEES OF THE BUILDERS EXCHANGEbuilders-committee

The purpose of this group is to oversee the operation and development of the Builders Exchange. This group meets monthly to review the financial statement, approve membership applications, and make decisions on the policies and procedures of the Council. This group also does the planning for the annual golf outing for members and guests of the Builders Exchange.
Membership through election. Trustees meet monthly.

View Builders Exchange of Rochester Board of Trustees

COMMERCIAL BUILDERS COUNCIL (CBC) builders-committee

Application – Commercial Builders Council
The members of this Council are interested in the areas of commercial construction and development. They support one another and provide information to the community.
Annual Membership dues are $160. Meetings are held in February, April, June, August, October, & December.

COMMERCIAL BUILDERS COUNCIL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE   builders-committee

The members of this committee oversee the activities of their Council. They review the financial statements, approve membership applications, and plan the general meetings for the group.
Membership through election. Meetings are held in January, March, May, July, September, & November.

View CBC Executive Committee

REMODELERS COUNCIL   builders-committee

Application – Remodelers Council
The goals of this Council are to provide education for themselves in various areas of remodeling and to promote their expertise to the consumer. They also reach out to the community through community projects, the Wrong Way House, and a display of information showcased at area banks. They send packets of information at no charge to the public. Their motto is “Remodel it Right!”
Annual Membership dues are $120. Meetings are held monthly.

REMODELERS COUNCIL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE   builders-committee

The members of this committee oversee the activities of their Council. They review the financial statement, approve membership applications, and plan the general meetings for the group.
Membership through election. Meetings are held monthly.

View Remodelers Council Executive Committee

40 BELOW – RAB YOUNG PROFESSIONALS   builders-committee

Application – 40 Below Council
This Council’s mission is to empower Rochester’s young professionals to advance their professional and personal life by creating a welcoming atmosphere to cultivate long-term connections. Their vision is to have an active, connected, and engaged group of young professionals building communities in SE MN. Networking Sponsorship Opportunities are available.
Annual Individual dues are $30, Company dues are $100. Meetings are held periodically.
View 40 Below Council Members  * * Visit their Facebook Page.

40 BELOW EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE   builders-committee

The members of this committee oversee the activities of their Council. They plan networking events, professional development courses, and community involvement for their members. Membership through election. Meetings are held monthly.

See mini-bios of the 40 Below Executive Team.
View 40 Below Executive Committee

DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL   builders-committee

Application – Development Council
Its members are engaged in residential, industrial, and commercial development or a related profession. They strive to foster expansion of the area’s supply of improved, available real estate while honoring the public’s interest in stewardship of local resources. The Council adheres to the highest professional and ethical business standards.
Annual Membership dues are $25. Meetings are held in February, May, August, & November.