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2016 BAGI BOARD
ASSOCIATE WINNERS
JEREMY ASH
AIRTRON HEATING & COOLING ASSOCIATE
WHY DO YOU WANT TO SERVE ON THE BAGI BOARD OF DIRECTORS?
I bring a unique perspective, representing both Associate members and Hamilton county. I pride myself on bringing innovative ideas to the table for BAGI, speci cally membership recruitment/
involvement and using organizational skills to facilitate membership activities and events.
WHAT IS YOUR VISION AS A POTENTIAL BOARD MEMBER?
My goal will be to continue to represent Associate members not only as their peer but as their voice.
HOW ARE YOU CURRENTLY INVOLVED WITH BAGI?
BAGI Board of Directors 09’ to 15’; Hamilton County Council (HCC) BOD 10 years; HCC Board
President 10’ and 11’; HCC Treasurer 12’ ‐ Current; BAGI Golf Outing Chair 15’; Building Partners Central Indiana (BPCI) Preferred Vendor 08’ – Current; Builder Bash Committee 10’ ‐ Current;
Builder Bash Co‐Chair 12’ to Current; Active member of all county councils since 2005.
WHAT IS YOUR CURRENT POSITION AND WHAT ARE YOUR INTERESTS/HOBBIES?
I’ve worked at Airtron Heating and Air Conditioning for 13 years and as the residential new construction Sales Manager for the past 7. I enjoy spending time with my family, boating, camping, and gol ng.
WHAT ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES FACING THE RESIDENTIAL INDUSTRY AND HOW CAN BAGI ADDRESS THEM?
BAGI and several of their members face a shortage of skilled worker and laborers. BAGI should concentrate efforts toward educating our members and focusing on skill trainings. Also, BAGI should partner with local trade and technical schools to support training and education efforts.
HOW HAVE YOUR EXPERIENCES IN THE BUILDING INDUSTRY INFLUENCED YOUR LIFE?
Working in the continuously shifting building industry over the past 13 years has helped me with the ability to readily adapt to change. Also, the building industry and speci cally BAGI has guided me to become a servant leader and an eager volunteer.
WHY DO YOU WANT TO SERVE ON THE BAGI BOARD OF DIRECTORS?
I want to serve on the BAGI Board of Directors because I believe so strongly in the importance of this organization.
WHAT IS YOUR VISION AS A POTENTIAL BOARD MEMBER?
If elected, I will attend all Board meetings and express my opinions when asked to help shape the future of BAGI for the bene t of our members.
HOW ARE YOU CURRENTLY INVOLVED WITH BAGI?
I am currently the Hendricks County Council President and a current Director on the Board of BAGI.
I also have served on the Executive Committee of the BAGI Board as Secretary for the last two (2) years.
WHAT IS YOUR CURRENT POSITION AND WHAT ARE YOUR INTERESTS/HOBBIES?
I am President and owner of Steg Plumbing Company. Steg Plumbing has been in business for 22 years serving Central Indiana. My interests and hobbies are boating, reading, and getting together with friends and family. I am married with three kids: Chad (30), Alexa (20), and Clay(17).
WHAT ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES FACING THE RESIDENTIAL INDUSTRY AND HOW CAN BAGI ADDRESS THEM?
One of the biggest challenges we have as a Building Industry is the current labor pool. All trades are suffering from a labor shortage and we need to educate the public about the careers available in the construction industry. BAGI should set up a taskforce to help educate the schools, career centers, and technical colleges about the construction industry careers.
HOW HAVE YOUR EXPERIENCES IN THE BUILDING INDUSTRY INFLUENCED YOUR LIFE?
I have developed communication, negotiation, and professional skills by being a part of BAGI and the BuildingIndustry. Ihavegainedmanyprofessionalrelationshipsaswellasmanygoodfriendsinthisindustry.
CATHY STEGEMOLLER
STEG PLUMBING ASSOCIATE
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