Committees

NARI of MN is able to provide quality programming through the many volunteers of the association. Every event, training, program, and member benefit is supported and offered because of volunteer member input and action.

The mission of the association is to be the primary remodeling resource for professionals and consumers by elevating the professionalism of the remodeling industry through expanding knowledge, building relationships and recognition of industry excellence.

Volunteer members serve 1-3 hours per month. Each committee decides its own schedule to meet the goals set by the NARI of MN Board of Directors. Some committees meet every month, others meet 3-5 times a year. Service to the association provides access, networking opportunities, and increased industry knowledge.

Members interested in serving on a committee can contact the office at 612-332-6274 or info@narimn.org.

The NARI Board of Directors has established the following committees to assist in meeting NARI of MN's goals and objectives:

Programs and Education - Chair, Richard Harsdorf, Destiny Homes
Membership/Marketing - Chair, Chris Schmitz, ProSource Wholesale
RotY - Chair, Jessica Barnett, Whole House Cabinetry
Nominating - Chair, Andrew Lejeune, GlassArt Design
Golf - Chair, Mike Engelhaupt, Warners Stellian Appliance
Social Events  - Chair, Deanne Bennett, Warners Stellian Appliance
Sponsorship - Chair, Woody Leininger, M. Carlson Painting
Shows & Tours - Chair, Michele Lundgren, In-Focus Systems

 

Please contact us if you are interested in volunteering for a committee.

Membership & Marketing

The Membership and Marketing Committee develops new and innovative ways to attract new members as well as retain current membership and is committed to developing and implementing marketing initiatives and activities to increase awareness of the association and attract new members.  Meets 8 times a year for 1 hour on Teams. Is part of the Super Committee.

  • Chris Schmitz
    Chris Schmitz
    Member Services Manager ProSource Wholesale
    Co-Chair
  • Casey Schulz
    Cambria
    Co-Chair
  • Maggie Hoogs
    Maggie Hoogs, CKBR, UDCP CKBR
    Owner Ohana Home & Design
    Member
  • Derek Laplante
    System Designer Lelch Audio Video
    Member
  • Andrew Scherer
    Scherer Bros. Lumber Co.
    Member
  • Erika Schinler
    Erika Schinler
    Owner Executive Remodeling
    Member
  • Pat Skodje
    President Brush Masters Painting and Drywall
    Member

Program & Education

The Program & Education Committee oversees new program development, monitors, and assesses existing programs, and guides program evaluation. Meets 8 times a year for 1 hour on Teams. Is part of the Super Committee.

Social Events

The goal of the Social Events Committee is to plan, coordinate, and execute various social events throughout the year, in coordination with other committees. Meets 10 times a year for 1 hour on Teams. Is part of the Super Committee.

  • DeAnne Bennett
    DeAnne Bennett
    Warners' Stellian Appliance
    Chair
  • Katie Hronski
    Cambria
    Co-Chair
  • Amber Ellison
    Amber Ellison, CRD
    Operations Manager MN Fine Homes and Remodeling, Inc.
    Member
  • Kenzie Pederson
    Dakota County Lumber Company
    Member
  • Andrew Zheng
    Unique Wood Floors
    Member

Sponsorship

The Sponsorship Committee establishes a fundraising/sponsorship plan that incorporates a series of appropriate vehicles, such as event sponsorship. It also takes the lead in certain types of outreach efforts.

  • Matt ''Woody'' Leininger
    Matt ''Woody'' Leininger
    M. Carlson Painting
    Chair

Tours & Shows

The goal of the Tours and Shows Committee is to provide coverage for NARI of MN booth at home shows/ trade shows and to manage home tours including NARI of MN MSP Home Tour. The Committee will work with other committees as necessary to accomplish a successful tour. Meets June-January for 1 hour on Teams. Meets twice a month beginning in February until the Tour in May. Is sometimes part of the Super Committee. Sometimes meets in person.

Nominating

The Nominating Committee is charged with identifying exemplary leaders, promoting and fostering successive leadership, and providing a slate of candidates for the elected positions of NARI of Minnesota. The committee is also responsible for developing and implementing a leadership training/board training annual event.

  • Andrew LeJeune
    Andrew LeJeune
    President GlassArt Design
    Chair
  • Lance Premeau
    Lance Premeau
    General Manager Kolbe Gallery Twin Cities
    Co-Chair
  • Bjorn Freudenthal
    New Spaces
    Member
  • Brian Jones
    President Jones Design Build LLC
    Member
  • Kenzie Pederson
    Dakota County Lumber Company
    Member
  • Jerry Ziemiecki
    Jerry Ziemiecki
    Owner J3 Renovation & Design
    Member

Golf

The Golf Event was established to foster a sense of community among members and to increase public awareness of industry professionals. Meets 6 times a year on Teams. Two in person meetings.

  • Mike Engelhaupt
    Warners' Stellian Appliance
    Chair
  • Mike Anderson
    Warners' Stellian Appliance
    Member
  • Jennifer Beeson
    Account Manager ProSource Wholesale
    Member
  • Dave Kanne
    Residential Sales River City Creative Glass
    Member
  • Josh Loren
    Bloomington Carpet One
    Member
  • Mitch Maass
    AC Carlson Appliances
    Member

RotY Committee

The Remodeler of the Year (RotY) Awards were established to foster a sense of pride and accomplishment among members and to increase public awareness of industry professionals. Meets 8 times a year for 1 hour on Teams. Two in person meetings.

  • Jessica Barnett
    Whole House Cabinetry
    Chair
  • Shannon Horsager
    Shannon Horsager
    Visual Comfort & Co.
    Member
  • Brian Jones
    President Jones Design Build LLC
    Member
  • Dave Kanne
    Residential Sales River City Creative Glass
    Member
  • Dylan Lambert
    Regional Sales Manager - Midwest Fireside Hearth & Home
    Member
  • Mavis Lines
    Mavis Lines
    Builders Trades Account Specialist Warners' Stellian Appliance
    Member
  • Michelle Stoltz
    Stoltz Remodeling
    Member
  • Kent Tsui
    Kent Tsui, MCR, CRPM, UDCP
    President QUALITY CUT DESIGN REMODEL
    Member