Business Details
47 Years
experience
Your Trusted Guide for Home Building in St. Croix Valley
Founded in 1979, we are the St Croix Valley Home Builders Association, representing the building industry while promoting quality housing and fostering positive relationships between members and the communities we serve. Our organization advocates for industry interests at state and national levels, driving pro-housing initiatives to improve local and regional housing landscapes. Through events like our Spring and Fall Tour of Homes, we connect homeowners with trusted builders, showcasing newly completed builds and remodels across the St. Croix Valley and surrounding areas. Our Build My Future Wisconsin program provides hands-on educational experiences to inspire high school students about careers in construction, partnering with schools and industry professionals to bridge workforce gaps.We offer 3-in-1 membership benefits that include access to valuable networking, marketing, and advocacy opportunities, along with exclusive discounts through regional and national associations. As a 501(c)3, our foundation supports affordable housing initiatives and scholarships for aspiring construction tradespeople. Maintaining a strong code of ethics, we ensure transparency and accountability in all our operations, prioritizing member success and community development.
Services
Tour of Homes
Build My Future
Membership Benefits
Advocacy Programs
Foundation Scholarships
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience advocating for the building industry in western Wisconsin.
- Our Tour of Homes events allow direct interaction with builders and real-time home comparisons.
- We offer exclusive 3-in-1 membership benefits with access to national and state-level resources.
- Our Build My Future Wisconsin program provides hands-on construction career education for students.
- We maintain strong industry partnerships to drive innovation and workforce development.
Services
Tour of Homes
Our Spring and Fall Tour of Homes showcases newly completed builds and remodels across the St. Croix Valley. Homebuyers directly engage with builders to compare styles, amenities, and construction expertise. Each event provides free guidebooks with turn-by-turn directions for seamless navigation.
Build My Future
This hands-on educational initiative exposes high school students to construction careers through interactive exhibits, equipment operation, and learning labs. Partnering with industry professionals, the program addresses workforce shortages by inspiring the next generation of skilled tradespeople.
Membership Benefits
Members gain networking opportunities, marketing exposure, and advocacy support at local, state, and national levels. Exclusive discounts, educational resources, and collaborative committees further strengthen industry relationships and professional growth.
Advocacy Programs
We advance pro-housing policies by advocating for favorable regulations at state and national levels. Member dues fund initiatives addressing zoning laws, building codes, and workforce development to sustain industry growth and community needs.
Foundation Scholarships
Our 501(c)3 foundation provides scholarships for trade education and supports affordable housing projects. Focusing on Western Wisconsin, we fund tech education programs and collaborate with NAHB to expand housing access for veterans and underprivileged communities.
People
Al Wittstock
President
President and owner of Wittstock Builders, Al brings decades of construction industry experience to lead the association's advocacy and strategic initiatives. He fosters collaboration among members to strengthen regional housing development.
Michael Derrick
Vice President of Advocacy
As Vice President of Advocacy and owner of Derrick Homes, Michael represents the association in policy discussions and spearheads advocacy efforts at state and national levels to support pro-housing legislation.
Bryant Petta
Immediate Past President
Owner of Petta Building & Design, Bryant led the association as Past President, focusing on member engagement, community outreach, and expanding educational programs to attract new talent to the construction industry.
Tami Kuchera
Vice President
Vice President and representative from Lund Builders, Tami champions workforce development initiatives, co-chairs the Build My Future program, and works with local schools to promote construction career pathways.
Rick Lindus
Secretary/Treasurer
As Secretary/Treasurer and owner of Lindus Construction, Rick manages financial operations and ensures transparent reporting while supporting advocacy efforts to create favorable conditions for homebuilders in the region.
Questions
What does the St. Croix Valley Home Builders Association do?
We advocate for the building industry, promote quality housing, and connect homeowners with vetted builders through events like the Tour of Homes and educational programs.
How can I attend the Tour of Homes?
The Tour of Homes runs every spring and fall in the St. Croix Valley. Free guidebooks with event details are available at local retailers or through our mobile app.
What is Build My Future Wisconsin?
It's a hands-on event for high school students to explore construction careers through interactive exhibits, equipment demonstrations, and workshops led by industry professionals.
How do I join the association?
Visit our website to apply for membership, which includes access to networking, marketing opportunities, advocacy resources, and 3-in-1 membership with state and national associations.
Does the association offer scholarship programs?
Yes, our 501(c)3 foundation provides scholarships for trade education and supports affordable housing initiatives across Western Wisconsin.
How does the association support the community?
We fund educational programs, advocate for workforce development, and promote affordable housing projects through partnerships with local organizations and the NAHB.
