As the year draws to a close , so does my time as President of the El Paso Association of Builders . It has been an honor and a privilege to serve this incredible community of builders , developers , and industry professionals . Together , we ’ ve navigated a year of challenges , changes , and opportunities , all while strengthening the foundation of our association and our industry . This year , we faced a plethora of economic hurdles marked by challenging interest rates , political instability , increased labor and land costs , all of which directly impacted our work |
and the affordability of the homes we build . With these challenges , we ’ ve had to adapt and innovate to maintain stability and growth . Our discussions have ranged from the value of teamwork and the steadying effect of reliable workflow to the necessity of staying informed in a world overflowing with information . We ’ ve talked about making hard choices , and about the importance of getting involved to advocate for our industry ’ s needs or as citizens in our communities . Through all of this , one thing remains clear : our success as builders depends not only on the homes we create but also on |
the relationships we build with our teams , our clients , and our community . As I step down from this role , I am very grateful for all of you . The teamwork , dedication and effort of everyone in this association remind me why our industry is so important to the growth and prosperity of our community . While this is my farewell as your President , it is by no means goodbye . I will continue to work alongside you as we face the future together , I ’ ll always be part of this incredible group of builders , ready to meet the challenges of tomorrow . To the incoming leadership , I offer my full support and |
encouragement . Our work is never done , but with the talent and dedication of this association , I am confident we are set up for continued success . Thank you for allowing me the privilege to serve . Let ’ s keep building our homes , our businesses , and our community with the same strength and determination that has carried us through this year . I leave you with the same phrase I shared with you in my first message to you : Life is great ! If you don ’ t believe me , consider the alternative . |