Meet CWHBA Staff
Chelsea Snodgrass, a Yakima Valley native, joined CWHBA as the Public Relations Director, bringing ten years’ experience working with trade industries. As of October 2019, Chelsea has stepped in to the role of Executive Officer at CWHBA and continues to build the CWHBA community.
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Prior to CWHBA, Chelsea was the Director of Career Services at Perry Technical Institute, where she produced employer events and collaborated with industry partners to increase employment opportunities for students and alumni.
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Chelsea is a Central Washington University graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree. She is a mother of three amazing children (Macy, Liberty, and Scout). As a family, they love to junk hunt – bringing new life to items by upcycling and repurposing.
Chelsea Snodgrass, a Yakima Valley native, joined CWHBA as the Public Relations Director, bringing ten years’ experience working with trade industries. As of October 2019, Chelsea has stepped in to the role of Executive Officer at CWHBA and continues to build the CWHBA community.
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Prior to CWHBA, Chelsea was the Director of Career Services at Perry Technical Institute, where she produced employer events and collaborated with industry partners to increase employment opportunities for students and alumni.
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Chelsea is a Central Washington University graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree. She is a mother of three amazing children (Macy, Liberty, and Scout). As a family, they love to junk hunt – bringing new life to items by upcycling and repurposing.
Chelsea Snodgrass, a Yakima Valley native, joined CWHBA as the Public Relations Director, bringing ten years’ experience working with trade industries. As of October 2019, Chelsea has stepped in to the role of Executive Officer at CWHBA and continues to build the CWHBA community.
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Prior to CWHBA, Chelsea was the Director of Career Services at Perry Technical Institute, where she produced employer events and collaborated with industry partners to increase employment opportunities for students and alumni.
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Chelsea is a Central Washington University graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree. She is a mother of three amazing children (Macy, Liberty, and Scout). As a family, they love to junk hunt – bringing new life to items by upcycling and repurposing.
As a Selah, Washington native, Tina has covered Central Washington for over 42 years in various roles, including membership recruitment, marketing, event planning, advertising, digital multimedia sales, and wholesale marketing sales. Throughout her vast career, she has worked for Safeway Inc, Costco Wholesale, Yakima Chamber of Commerce, Butterfield Broadcasting, HouseValues Inc, Ganz USA, and Townsquare Media. She is also passionate about local nonprofits and has been connected to a variety of amazing local nonprofits over the years.
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Tina enjoys being outside, doing anything, rain or shine. She especially relishes spending time with her adult children and her seven wonderful grandchildren. She is keenly fond of her best friend of 31 years, her husband Mark, as well as her Yorkie "Miss Mia Mae". Her other hobbies include anything outdoors: the beach, the mountains, RV'ing, bonfires, concerts, bike riding, gardening, and community events. Tina is crafty and creative, enjoying other activities like arts & crafts, rock painting, music, dancing with her husband, and of course, shopping.
As a Selah, Washington native, Tina has covered Central Washington for over 42 years in various roles, including membership recruitment, marketing, event planning, advertising, digital multimedia sales, and wholesale marketing sales. Throughout her vast career, she has worked for Safeway Inc, Costco Wholesale, Yakima Chamber of Commerce, Butterfield Broadcasting, HouseValues Inc, Ganz USA, and Townsquare Media. She is also passionate about local nonprofits and has been connected to a variety of amazing local nonprofits over the years.
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Tina enjoys being outside, doing anything, rain or shine. She especially relishes spending time with her adult children and her seven wonderful grandchildren. She is keenly fond of her best friend of 31 years, her husband Mark, as well as her Yorkie "Miss Mia Mae". Her other hobbies include anything outdoors: the beach, the mountains, RV'ing, bonfires, concerts, bike riding, gardening, and community events. Tina is crafty and creative, enjoying other activities like arts & crafts, rock painting, music, dancing with her husband, and of course, shopping.
As a Selah, Washington native, Tina has covered Central Washington for over 42 years in various roles, including membership recruitment, marketing, event planning, advertising, digital multimedia sales, and wholesale marketing sales. Throughout her vast career, she has worked for Safeway Inc, Costco Wholesale, Yakima Chamber of Commerce, Butterfield Broadcasting, HouseValues Inc, Ganz USA, and Townsquare Media. She is also passionate about local nonprofits and has been connected to a variety of amazing local nonprofits over the years.
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Tina enjoys being outside, doing anything, rain or shine. She especially relishes spending time with her adult children and her seven wonderful grandchildren. She is keenly fond of her best friend of 31 years, her husband Mark, as well as her Yorkie "Miss Mia Mae". Her other hobbies include anything outdoors: the beach, the mountains, RV'ing, bonfires, concerts, bike riding, gardening, and community events. Tina is crafty and creative, enjoying other activities like arts & crafts, rock painting, music, dancing with her husband, and of course, shopping.
Born and raised in Wyoming, Shelly has had the pleasure of calling the Yakima Valley home since 2013. Shelly’s diverse professional background, including sales, advertising, marketing, and even a civilian appointment as a test administrator for the US military, gives her unique insight into the needs & operations of a multitude of businesses and industries.
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Most recently as a Yakima REALTOR®, Shelly served as the Chair of the Government Affairs committee. As the development director of a large plumbing & heating company back in Wyoming, Shelly had the pleasure of creating a corporate responsibility plan that included community benefit events, such as an annual golf tournament. Shelly holds a BA with honors in English from the University of Montana’s creative writing program and also enjoyed contributing articles on plumbing topics to the Angie’s List Expert section.
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In her free time, you’ll find Shelly baking treats for her coworkers & friends, painting, roller skating, and hanging out with her wonderful son, Asher.
Born and raised in Wyoming, Shelly has had the pleasure of calling the Yakima Valley home since 2013. Shelly’s diverse professional background, including sales, advertising, marketing, and even a civilian appointment as a test administrator for the US military, gives her unique insight into the needs & operations of a multitude of businesses and industries.
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Most recently as a Yakima REALTOR®, Shelly served as the Chair of the Government Affairs committee. As the development director of a large plumbing & heating company back in Wyoming, Shelly had the pleasure of creating a corporate responsibility plan that included community benefit events, such as an annual golf tournament. Shelly holds a BA with honors in English from the University of Montana’s creative writing program and also enjoyed contributing articles on plumbing topics to the Angie’s List Expert section.
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In her free time, you’ll find Shelly baking treats for her coworkers & friends, painting, roller skating, and hanging out with her wonderful son, Asher.
Born and raised in Wyoming, Shelly has had the pleasure of calling the Yakima Valley home since 2013. Shelly’s diverse professional background, including sales, advertising, marketing, and even a civilian appointment as a test administrator for the US military, gives her unique insight into the needs & operations of a multitude of businesses and industries.
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Most recently as a Yakima REALTOR®, Shelly served as the Chair of the Government Affairs committee. As the development director of a large plumbing & heating company back in Wyoming, Shelly had the pleasure of creating a corporate responsibility plan that included community benefit events, such as an annual golf tournament. Shelly holds a BA with honors in English from the University of Montana’s creative writing program and also enjoyed contributing articles on plumbing topics to the Angie’s List Expert section.
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In her free time, you’ll find Shelly baking treats for her coworkers & friends, painting, roller skating, and hanging out with her wonderful son, Asher.
Events Director
Lindsay has lived in Yakima for much of her life and joins the CWHBA as the Communications & Events Director. Since earning her undergraduate degree from Central Washington University in 2008 (Education), she has continued her formal education in both Communication (MA, 2018) and Organizational Management (MA, 2014).
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With much of her professional background experience embedded in educational foundations, she has contributed to projects of various scope and scale, ranging from the promotion of bond and levy campaigns to the community-based input and design of various educational buildings. In 2018, Lindsay established a consulting business to build her experience in marketing and design projects. Her broad portfolio demonstrates her commitment to excellence and the ability to capitalize on opportunities.
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Licensed skydiver and coach, Lindsay is enthusiastic about seeking adventure, traveling, and connecting with people from diverse backgrounds. She is an excellent communicator who is committed to creating a positive and lasting impact within the Yakima Valley.
Lindsay has lived in Yakima for much of her life and joins the CWHBA as the Communications & Events Director. Since earning her undergraduate degree from Central Washington University in 2008 (Education), she has continued her formal education in both Communication (MA, 2018) and Organizational Management (MA, 2014).
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With much of her professional background experience embedded in educational foundations, she has contributed to projects of various scope and scale, ranging from the promotion of bond and levy campaigns to the community-based input and design of various educational buildings. In 2018, Lindsay established a consulting business to build her experience in marketing and design projects. Her broad portfolio demonstrates her commitment to excellence and the ability to capitalize on opportunities.
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Licensed skydiver and coach, Lindsay is enthusiastic about seeking adventure, traveling, and connecting with people from diverse backgrounds. She is an excellent communicator who is committed to creating a positive and lasting impact within the Yakima Valley.
Lindsay has lived in Yakima for much of her life and joins the CWHBA as the Communications & Events Director. Since earning her undergraduate degree from Central Washington University in 2008 (Education), she has continued her formal education in both Communication (MA, 2018) and Organizational Management (MA, 2014).
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With much of her professional background experience embedded in educational foundations, she has contributed to projects of various scope and scale, ranging from the promotion of bond and levy campaigns to the community-based input and design of various educational buildings. In 2018, Lindsay established a consulting business to build her experience in marketing and design projects. Her broad portfolio demonstrates her commitment to excellence and the ability to capitalize on opportunities.
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Licensed skydiver and coach, Lindsay is enthusiastic about seeking adventure, traveling, and connecting with people from diverse backgrounds. She is an excellent communicator who is committed to creating a positive and lasting impact within the Yakima Valley.
Alyssa was born and raised in Yakima and, as editor of the yearbook in her high school years, discovered her passion for digital design and marketing.
She has since earned a BA in Business Administration from WSU ("Go Cougs!"). Having always enjoyed leadership roles, Alyssa also served as Vice President of Administration and Director of Member Conduct in her sorority, Pi Beta Phi, and as Club President of Professional Conventional Management Association (PCMA).
Alyssa loves an excellent opportunity to be creative, exploring craft hobbies and DIY projects in her spare time. She also practices yoga and is becoming increasingly passionate about traveling with friends and family.
Alyssa was born and raised in Yakima and, as editor of the yearbook in her high school years, discovered her passion for digital design and marketing.
She has since earned a BA in Business Administration from WSU ("Go Cougs!"). Having always enjoyed leadership roles, Alyssa also served as Vice President of Administration and Director of Member Conduct in her sorority, Pi Beta Phi, and as Club President of Professional Conventional Management Association (PCMA).
Alyssa loves an excellent opportunity to be creative, exploring craft hobbies and DIY projects in her spare time. She also practices yoga and is becoming increasingly passionate about traveling with friends and family.
Alyssa was born and raised in Yakima and, as editor of the yearbook in her high school years, discovered her passion for digital design and marketing.
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She has since earned a BA in Business Administration from WSU ("Go Cougs!"). Having always enjoyed leadership roles, Alyssa also served as Vice President of Administration and Director of Member Conduct in her sorority, Pi Beta Phi, and as Club President of Professional Conventional Management Association (PCMA).
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Alyssa loves an excellent opportunity to be creative, exploring craft hobbies and DIY projects in her spare time. She also practices yoga and is becoming increasingly passionate about traveling with friends and family.
The smiling face that greets you at the CWHBA front desk belongs to office manager Debbie Vlcek. Since moving to the beautiful Yakima Valley, Debbie has had a variety of interesting jobs, most recently as Bookstore Coordinator for Perry Technical Institute. She was the owner/operator of Classic Bookkeeping for many years and numbered several specialty contractors among her clients.
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Born in the Midwest and raised in the Southwest, Debbie attended the University of Arizona and Arizona State before moving to the Northwest. She has one daughter and two exceptional granddaughters, as well as a cranky teenage cat.
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Debbie enjoys travelling, daydreaming, reading, playing cribbage, and streaming all the TV shows she missed the first time around.
The smiling face that greets you at the CWHBA front desk belongs to office manager Debbie Vlcek. Since moving to the beautiful Yakima Valley, Debbie has had a variety of interesting jobs, most recently as Bookstore Coordinator for Perry Technical Institute. She was the owner/operator of Classic Bookkeeping for many years and numbered several specialty contractors among her clients.
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Born in the Midwest and raised in the Southwest, Debbie attended the University of Arizona and Arizona State before moving to the Northwest. She has one daughter and two exceptional granddaughters, as well as a cranky teenage cat.
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Debbie enjoys travelling, daydreaming, reading, playing cribbage, and streaming all the TV shows she missed the first time around.
The smiling face that greets you at the CWHBA front desk belongs to office manager Debbie Vlcek. Since moving to the beautiful Yakima Valley, Debbie has had a variety of interesting jobs, most recently as Bookstore Coordinator for Perry Technical Institute. She was the owner/operator of Classic Bookkeeping for many years and numbered several specialty contractors among her clients.
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Born in the Midwest and raised in the Southwest, Debbie attended the University of Arizona and Arizona State before moving to the Northwest. She has one daughter and two exceptional granddaughters, as well as a cranky teenage cat.
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Debbie enjoys travelling, daydreaming, reading, playing cribbage, and streaming all the TV shows she missed the first time around.
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2021 Board of Directors
The Board consists of Builders (B) and Associate (A) members.
Tim Lovelass (B)
President
Timothy Lovelass Construction, LLC
Roger Walters (A)
Vice President
Builders FirstSource, Wenatchee
Ryan Moore (A)
Treasurer
Conover Insurance
Nicole Ahola (A)
Secretary
Ahola Benefit Consultants, LLC
Dereck Nelson (B)
CWHBA Past President
DH Construction & Associates, LLC
Matt Willard (B)
NAHB Director Rep
Town & Country Homes, LLC
Ron Pelson (A)
BIAW Director Rep
Traditional Designs, Inc.
Darin Peters (B)
President Elect
Perry Technical Institute
Brice Baxter (B)
Baxter Construction, LLC
Eddie Diaz (B)
Diaz Brothers Construction, LLC
Jared Jones (B)
Copper Hills Construction
Aaron Wilson (A)
Bulldog Electric
Melissa Brewer (A)
MB Interior Designs, LLC
Past Presidents
2020 Clint Adamson
2019 Clint Adamson
2018 Dereck Nelson
2017 Dereck Nelson
2016 Dale Turner
2015 Kelly Coons
2014 Kelly Coons
2013 Bradley Meyer
2012 Keegan Harris
2011 Steve Senger
2010 Justin Wolff
2009 Matt Willard
2008 Matt Willard
2007 Kevin Patrick
2006 Jerry Martens
2005 Mitch Williams
2004 Craig Rath
2003 Jim Thomas
2002 Joe Walsh
2001 Joe Walsh
2000 Mike Elliott
1999 Jan Dell
1998 Brad Hendrix
1997 Dick Huber
1996 Eric Clark
1995 Allan Gohl
1994 Greg Stevenson
1993 Lou Alderman
1992 John Corning
1991 Peter Dell
1990 Jerry Sturgill
1989 Dennis Kelly
1988 Derek Kelly
1987 Lou Alderman
1986 Larry Thacker
1985 Bruce Carpenter
1984 Lew Miller
1983 Craig Shultz
1982 Mark Strosahl
1981 Vince Vaughn
1980 Frank Claughton
1979 Dale Nunley
1978 Dale Nunley
1977 Pete Samuelson
1976 Clarence Corbin
1975 R. A. Waldbauer
1974 R. A. Waldbauer
1973 Fred Hammerstad
1972 Fred Hammerstad
1971 Homer Rushmore
1970 R. A. Waldbauer
1969 R. A. Waldbauer
1968 Homer Rushmore
1967 Homer Rushmore
1966 Thomas Hughes, Jr.
1965 Marvin Evans
1964 Dwight Drumwright
1963 Lloyd Hammerstad
1962 Lloyd Hammerstad
1961 Kenneth Matson
1960 Leland Campbell
1959 Robert Wallingford
1958 Paul Cook
1957 Lloyd Hammerstad
1956 Lloyd Hammerstad
