Dallas BA Marks 80th Anniversary With Past Presidents Dinner
The Dallas Builders Association on Nov. 7 celebrated a momentous occasion with its 80th Anniversary Past Presidents Dinner. This event honored the legacy and contributions of the past presidents, with 23 of them in attendance, representing more than 50 years of the Association’s rich history.
This gathering was particularly significant as it was the first meeting of the past presidents since 2019. The group reflected on the events of the past five years: challenges posed by the pandemic, the Dallas BA’s devastating office flood, the subsequent rebuild headed up by Past President Michael Turner, and leadership and staff changes.
Highlight of the evening was special recognitions and awards presented to several past presidents in attendance. The Association’s highest honor, presentation of the Hugh Prather Trophy, was made to Jeff Dworkin of JLD Custom Homes. Donnie Evans of Altura Homes was honored with his 400 Spike Pin, a testament to his dedication and efforts in member recruitment. Carl Buck of Quivira Luxury Homes received a Milestone Award for his remarkable 50 years of continuous membership with the Dallas BA.
Photo, seated from left: Carol Longacre, Longacre Construction, 2011; Carl Buck, Quivira Luxury Homes, 1996; Harold Peek, Peek Properties, 1971; Keller Webster, KWA Construction, 2012; Kent Conine, Conine Residential Group, 1997; Jim Siepiela, Siepiela Interests, 1995; standing, from left: Randall Hall, Randall Hall Design/Build/Remodeling, 2002; Ed Harrison, Harrison Homes, 2000; Michael Turner, Classic Urban Homes, 2017; Hershel Pierce, Pierce Homes, 1990; Peter Shaddock Sr., The Shaddock Companies, 1993; John Porizek, M/I Homes of DFW, 2023; Justin Webb, Altura Homes, 2020; Alan Hoffmann, Hoffmann Homes, 2018; Donnie Evans, Altura Homes, 2016; Andrew Pieper, Hillwood Communities, 2022; Mike Mishler, Mishler Builders, 2006; Donny Mack, Mack Professionals / Beaver Builders, 2008; Adam Lingenfelter, Lingenfelter Luxury Homes, 2024; Matt Mitchell, James Andrews Custom Homes, 2021; Matt Robinson, BG.E, 2019; Jeff Dworkin, JLD Custom Homes, 2014; and T.W. Bailey Sr., Bailey Family Builders, 2007.