Get Involved
maximize your membership
Rochester Area Builders offers more than membership - it offers community. Get involved to build strong connections, grow your business, and shape the future of our industry.
Join a council
Our councils (descriptions below) bring members with shared interests together. Work side by side, share your knowledge, and create positive change in our community. Councils help you grow your network and focus on the parts of the industry that matter most to you.
Serve on a committee
Committees give you a voice in RAB’s direction (more info below). Whether you care about events, advocacy, education, or membership, you can join a committee and put your skills and passion to work.
Attend events
Meet, learn, and celebrate with other members at RAB events. Take part in networking socials, continuing education classes, and major events like the Home and Outdoor Show. Attend events to stay connected and involved with your peers.
Your Voice Matters! By getting involved in councils, committees, and events, you’ll help us strengthen the building industry in Southeastern Minnesota while building lasting relationships along the way.
Get involved with committees:
Ambassadors & Membership Retention Committee
Meet our newest members and welcome them to the association! The people on this committee are excited about helping new members get the most out of their RAB membership. Committee meets every other month.
Development Services Advisory Committee
This committee works to make sure development in in Rochester is robust. It also helps identify improvements in regulatory processes to eliminate barriers. Committee meets every other month.
Golf Outing Committee
The RAB golf event is a community event! Selling out in minutes, it is a great way to connect with current members, future business partners, and long-time friends. The committee helps keep it fresh and exciting. Committee meets January through July.
Home & Outdoor Show Committee
This very important event on the RAB schedule requires many hours of dedicated work by this committee. They coordinate all aspects of the show to provide a professional stage for our members to present new products to the consumer. The event is held each spring with the goal of providing a great way for attendees to speak with experts in their field. Committee meets monthly.
Parade of Homes-Rochester Committee
The Spring and Fall Parade of Homes-Rochester is a great event for everyone in our community. Attendees can see up close the exceptional quality of RAB home builders and remodelers. If you are interested in making this an even grander spectacle, this is the committee for you! Committee meets most months.
Program 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 Meeting and Holiday Party held in December. Committee meets every other month.
Sporting and Youth Clay Shoot Committee
This committee plans our sporting clay and youth sporting clay events. We need committee members who love (semi) competitive shooting and putting on a great event. Committee meets most months.
To join any of these committees, or if you have any questions, please email Stephanie at Stephanie@RochesterAreaBuilders.com.
Get involved with councils:
40 Below Council unites an active, connected, and engaged group of upcoming leaders in the building industry. Members strengthen their networks, give back to the community, and participate in relevant professional development events. The committee plans and hosts several outings each year.
- $40 (individual)
- $100 (4+ people)
Commercial Builders Council guides RAB’s actions in the commercial and industrial construction space. Put your passion and skills to work strengthening the commercial construction industry in Rochester.
- $160 (RAB member)
- $310 (Only BER member)
Development Council focuses on industrial, commercial, and residential development. Members support and advise one another and provide related information to the public.
- $25 (individual)
- $100 (4+ people)
Remodelers Council serves as the content expert in remodeling services and approaches. Members guide RAB’s efforts in this space and manage the Remodelers & Outdoor Living Tour.
- $120
To join any of these councils or if you have any questions, please email Stephanie at Stephanie@RochesterAreaBuilders.com.
