Founded in 1990, the Lake Norman Home Builders Association is a professional trade organization that represents the residential construction industry, including builders, remodelers, developers, and suppliers. Our association advocates for favorable housing policies, provides educational resources, and fosters industry professionalism at local, state, and national levels. 

2026 Board of Directors

President | Sam Meritt | Cypress Builders

1st Vice President | Ben Hammill | Trails End Custom Homes

Associate Vice President | Josh Burger | InSouth Insurance

Secretary | Alma Jacobs | Thomas Property Group 

Treasurer | Dennis Cowardin | Peoples Bank

Immediate Past President | Sean Gallagher | Jasper Builders

Legal Counsel | Tiffany Webber | Thomas & Webber

Associate Director | Brandy Beck | Republic Services

Associate Director | Jenny Pippin | Pippin Home Designs

Builder Director | Scott Needham | Bonanza Development   

Builder Director |  Kyle Hammill  | Trails End Custom Homes   

Executive Officer | Eric Wright | LNHBA