Testimonials from CDBIA Members
“I’m trying to do business with fellow members and recommend fellow members to my customers. I know I have received business by attending and belonging to the CDBIA.” Nancy Hyndman – Aluminum Vinyl & Building Products – Member since 2005
“Get involved! Face recognition important – business will improve.”
Tom Thornberry – Charlotte Plumbing, Inc.’’ – Member forever!
“Helps keep everyone honest and accountable.”
Don Cantin – Cantin Builders – Member since 2002
“Association permits one voice to become many for there is strength in numbers.”
Gregg Brown – Gregg Electric Corp. – Member since the 1990’s
“By becoming involved, I have established networks that has generated business. It has grown to 30+% of my business. It has also led to retail business through leads from Builder customers.”
Don Deweese – Resist All Systems – Member since 2006
“Being able to know a group of professionals that can be called on or referred to customers has been a valuable tool.”
Ron Akers – Akers Painting & Decorating, Inc. – Member since 2009
“Members supporting members will ensure the success of this organization. Thank you for your support!!!”
Danny Rowe – Kimal Lumber – Member since “long ago”
“The members of this association are keeping me alive during these difficult times for real estate. I consider the CDBIA & FHBA my extended family.”
Sharon Neuhofer – Caldwell Banker Morris Realty – Member since 2005
“Have received many referrals from other members and some customers call the Association looking for members. It’s a great Association.”
Chris Walling – CW’s Quality Roofing, Inc. – Member since 2000
“All aspects of construction are covered and it keeps us in touch and brings family & business to our community.”
Kristen Marsella – Marsella Enterprises – Member since 2005
“”The speakers are almost always informative. The volunteers do a great deal of work and need to be commended.”
Jeff Lindsey – Sunniland Roofing Supply – Member since “a Long Time”
“Members working together is the key to a successful Association.”
Cynthia & Martin Guffey – Martin Septic Service – Member since 2005
“Being a new member, it has been a privilege to meet everyone and appreciate the warm welcome from the organization and its members. Business supporting local business!”
Brent Bookwalter – Precise Payroll Solutions – Member since 2010
“The CDBIA has been an asset to my business. I have received free legal advice from FHBA, marketing guidance, the inside track on Charlotte County projects and the opportunity to get to know my fellow industry professionals. I have also been given a huge amount of support from the Association in founding the Green Building Council and in developing my own personal leadership skills.”
Beth Cantin – Cantin Builders, Inc. – Member since 2001
“It’s a fun & friendly environment. It also provides a great chance to do business with local companies.”
Stacy Lowery – Precise Payroll Solutions – Member since 2010
“Great organization to be involved with. Friendly people always willing to help. Be involved and stay involved for maximum success. Members doing business with Members.”
Rick Ilmberger – Suncoast Glass & Mirror, Inc. – Member since 2010
“Each meeting & mixer feels more like family. Great opportunity to get to know other business leaders!”
Mark Zehr – A+ to Z Computers – Member since 2010
“As FHBA’s first recipient of the Pinnacle Builder Award, Truex Preferred Construction uses over 86% members for our trade contractors & supplies. We proudly do business with members.”
Bill Truex – Truex Preferred Construction – Member since 1992
“Nationwide Strength – Local Commitment”
Kris Kaczynski – Seacoast Supply – Member since …well a very long time.
“As former staff for the CBIA, being a part of a Builders Assocation is integral to maintaining and growing your business”
Jenny Malone – 2-10 Home Buyers Warrenty – Member since 1995
“Involvement in CDBIA pays exponential return in membership value.”
Jim Sanders – Sand Star – Member since 1985
“Great group of people – nice to belong and be a part of something that’s making a difference.”
Bob Overcash – Integrity Electric – Member since 2009
“Getting out there, networking within the membership has it’s advantages. Successful membership is what you put in to it. Just like in life, you reap what you are willing to sow.”
Marie LaBrosse – Charlotte Well Drilling LLC – Member since 2009
“It’s been great!”
Jerry Garza – Platinum Builders – Member since 2007
“Our company has been involved since the beginning. We have had countless contracts through members we have networked with. We have also benefited from all of the local, state, and national lobbing efforts through the years. Lastly, we have made lots of friends.”
Zac Exteit – Charlotte County Seawalls, Inc. – Member since Inception of CDBIA (1985)
“Getting involved and membership is critical to supporting each other and our industry. You get out what you put in.”
TJ Thornberry – Thornberry Development, Inc. – Member since 1995
“We’ve been doing business with members for a long time. Now we are official and it is a great group.”
Melanie & Robert Markel – Royalty Construction, Inc. – Member since 2011
“Not only is the Association great for business, but you make really good forever friends!”
Carole Ponzio – Design Solutions! – Member since “forever”
“Let CDBIA create the connections that will help your business grow!”
James Evans – Charlotte Plumbing, Inc. – Member since 2008