Staff Directory
RENEE ZENTZ
Chief Executive Officer
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 115 | Email
Oversees the operations of the Housing & Building Association of Colorado Springs and the HBA Political Action Committee.
Committees and Councils: Executive Committee, Board of Directors, liasion to HBA Cares.
In the community: Quality Community Group, Regional Business Alliance, Pikes Peak Community College Foundation
Learn more about Renee: hbacolorado.com (2012) | csbj.com (2016)
Chief Executive Officer
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 115 | Email
Oversees the operations of the Housing & Building Association of Colorado Springs and the HBA Political Action Committee.
Committees and Councils: Executive Committee, Board of Directors, liasion to HBA Cares.
In the community: Quality Community Group, Regional Business Alliance, Pikes Peak Community College Foundation
Learn more about Renee: hbacolorado.com (2012) | csbj.com (2016)
MARLA NOVAK
Director of Government Affairs
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 114 | Email
Directs and performs daily operations of the HBA Government Affairs Department to include public policy, issues management, regulatory and technical affairs, and political committee management. These objectives are achieved through monitoring local government agendas and actions for items impacting the industry, recommending responses, identifying proactive measures, and maintaining lines of communications with local government officials within the CSHBA jurisdictions
Committees and Councils: Public Policy Council, Political Action Committee and Workforce Development.
Director of Government Affairs
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 114 | Email
Directs and performs daily operations of the HBA Government Affairs Department to include public policy, issues management, regulatory and technical affairs, and political committee management. These objectives are achieved through monitoring local government agendas and actions for items impacting the industry, recommending responses, identifying proactive measures, and maintaining lines of communications with local government officials within the CSHBA jurisdictions
Committees and Councils: Public Policy Council, Political Action Committee and Workforce Development.
BETHANY SCHOEMER
Regulatory Affairs Coordinator
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 128
Works directly with the Director of Government Affairs to monitor and review all government regulatory activities that affect the housing and building industry. Cultivates and maintains strong working relations with members, government and regulatory agencies, and other statewide organizations on issues relative to the industry. Identify, schedule, and recruit educational programs needed for CSHBA Members. Coordinate and staff meetings for Technical and other Government Affairs Committees.
Committees and Councils: Land Use Committee, Utilities Committee, Code Review Committee, Tri-Lakes Committee, Fountain Committee, Remodelers Council and Jobsite Safety.
Regulatory Affairs Coordinator
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 128
Works directly with the Director of Government Affairs to monitor and review all government regulatory activities that affect the housing and building industry. Cultivates and maintains strong working relations with members, government and regulatory agencies, and other statewide organizations on issues relative to the industry. Identify, schedule, and recruit educational programs needed for CSHBA Members. Coordinate and staff meetings for Technical and other Government Affairs Committees.
Committees and Councils: Land Use Committee, Utilities Committee, Code Review Committee, Tri-Lakes Committee, Fountain Committee, Remodelers Council and Jobsite Safety.
SHIRLEY ROUSE
Director of Member Services
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 117 | Email
Directs the internal and external functions of the Association. This includes both dues and non-dues revenue. Coordinates member events including the Annual Awards Dinner and Breakfast with the Builders.
Committees and Councils: Parade of Homes, Sales & Marketing and Board of Directors.
Director of Member Services
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 117 | Email
Directs the internal and external functions of the Association. This includes both dues and non-dues revenue. Coordinates member events including the Annual Awards Dinner and Breakfast with the Builders.
Committees and Councils: Parade of Homes, Sales & Marketing and Board of Directors.
RHONDA SCUREK
Manager of Member Development
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 119 | Email
Directs all membership programs which include recruitment, retention and engagement within the association. Plans and coordinates the HBA home shows as well as membership events such as the PAC Golf Tournament, Emerging Leaders Golf Tournament, Chili Fest, Annual Membership Reception and Board Installation, Party on the Patio, and the Holiday Party.
Committees and Councils: Membership Committee, PAC Golf Committee, Home Show Committees, All Members Cup Golf Committee, special events.
Manager of Member Development
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 119 | Email
Directs all membership programs which include recruitment, retention and engagement within the association. Plans and coordinates the HBA home shows as well as membership events such as the PAC Golf Tournament, Emerging Leaders Golf Tournament, Chili Fest, Annual Membership Reception and Board Installation, Party on the Patio, and the Holiday Party.
Committees and Councils: Membership Committee, PAC Golf Committee, Home Show Committees, All Members Cup Golf Committee, special events.
AMILIA POLING
Event Sales Coordinator
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 126 | Email
The Event Sales Coordinator assists the Director of Member Services with the operation of events. Responsibilities include booth sales for the home shows, advertising sales for the Parade of Homes magazine, and other duties as assigned.
Event Sales Coordinator
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 126 | Email
The Event Sales Coordinator assists the Director of Member Services with the operation of events. Responsibilities include booth sales for the home shows, advertising sales for the Parade of Homes magazine, and other duties as assigned.
APRIL HESS
HBA Cares and Workforce Development Manager
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 127 | Email
Responsible for supporting the HBA Cares’ Board of Directors and the Workforce Development Committee through administrative support, program management, event planning, volunteer coordination, grant writing, website management, and written communication.
Committees and Councils: Workforce Development Committee, HBA Cares Board of Directors.
HBA Cares and Workforce Development Manager
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 127 | Email
Responsible for supporting the HBA Cares’ Board of Directors and the Workforce Development Committee through administrative support, program management, event planning, volunteer coordination, grant writing, website management, and written communication.
Committees and Councils: Workforce Development Committee, HBA Cares Board of Directors.
WENDY CLARK
Workforce Development Program Coordinator
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 118 | Email
This position reports to the HBA Cares and Workforce Development Coordinator and is responsible for increasing program funding and enrollment, building industry relationships, coordinating events and job fairs, serving as a program spokesperson, managing social media accounts and administrative support. This position requires a dynamic, forward-thinking individual to promote and expand the Careers in Construction Program as described in the WORK Act Grant Program. This is a 17-month full-time position.
Workforce Development Program Coordinator
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 118 | Email
This position reports to the HBA Cares and Workforce Development Coordinator and is responsible for increasing program funding and enrollment, building industry relationships, coordinating events and job fairs, serving as a program spokesperson, managing social media accounts and administrative support. This position requires a dynamic, forward-thinking individual to promote and expand the Careers in Construction Program as described in the WORK Act Grant Program. This is a 17-month full-time position.
KELLY EGGERS
Communications Manager
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 116 | Email
Oversees all communication methods and collateral to ensure cohesive messaging and branding, as well as alignment with the HBA’s mission and strategic business plan. Manages the HBA's website and social media sites.
Communications Manager
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 116 | Email
Oversees all communication methods and collateral to ensure cohesive messaging and branding, as well as alignment with the HBA’s mission and strategic business plan. Manages the HBA's website and social media sites.
KITTRICK SMITH
Special Projects Manager
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 100 | Email
Provides support to the CEO. Staff liaison to the HBA Political Action Committee.
Special Projects Manager
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 100 | Email
Provides support to the CEO. Staff liaison to the HBA Political Action Committee.
BRIDGET SHAWE
Executive Assistant
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 122 | Email
Database management. Notary Public.
Executive Assistant
Phone: 719-592-1800, ext 122 | Email
Database management. Notary Public.
