Submitted by Olympia Master Builders
John McKinlay of Olympia Overhead Doors was installed as the 41st President of Olympia Master Builders at the association’s Christmas Party last weekend. Newly elected Washington State Secretary of State Kim Wyman performed the honors as McKinlay’s Installing Officer. In his acceptance speech, McKinlay said he is honored to be leading the association in 2013 and looks forward to accomplishing great things for the home building industry next year.
In addition to McKinlay, the following elected officers were installed to begin their service for 2013. They include: Scott Nolan of MDK Construction, Inc., First Vice President; Ross Irwin of Cabinets by Trivonna, Associate Vice President; Tina Allen of Great Floors, Second Associate Vice President; Ron Deering of Deering & Nelson, Inc. Treasurer; and Rich James of Olympia Fireplace & Supply, Secretary.
The following 2012 awards were presented to members of Olympia Master Builders for outstanding performance during the year.
2012 President’s Award
John McKinlay – Olympia Overhead Doors
Builder of the Year
John McKinlay – Olympia Overhead Doors
Associate of the Year
Heather Burgess – Phillips Wesch Burgess
Remodeler of the Year
Mike Auderer – Olympia Construction, Inc.
Top Recruiter of the Year
Scott Nolan – MDK Construction, Inc.
Golden Hammer Award
Ron Deering – Deering & Nelson, Inc.
Norman Paulsen Award
Tim Dickey – Dickey’s Remodel & Repair and Accessible Living Concepts
Statesman of the Year
Lenny Greenstein – Lacey City Council
Olympia Master Builders is a professional trade association representing nearly 600 member companies in Thurston, Lewis, Grays Harbor, Pacific and Mason Counties. The primary goal of OMB is to provide affordable housing for all segments of society. This is achieved by improving the construction industry and the business climate in which it operates. OMB members are committed to building strong communities, one home at a time.
