Business Details
47 Years
experience
Your Trusted Home Building Resource in Hudson, WI
Founded in 1979, the St Croix Valley Home Builders Association has served as the leading advocate for the building industry in western Wisconsin. Our organization represents a diverse network of builders, subcontractors, lenders, and industry professionals committed to promoting quality housing and fostering collaboration between members and local communities. Through initiatives like the biannual Tour of Homes and Build My Future Wisconsin, we provide platforms for public engagement, career education, and industry innovation.Our advocacy efforts at state and national levels aim to shape housing policies that benefit both professionals and homeowners. With 45 years of dedicated service, we maintain a strong focus on ethical standards, professional development, and community impact through our 501(c)3 charitable foundation.
Services
Tour of Homes
Build My Future
Membership Benefits
Industry Advocacy
Construction Education
Affordable Housing Programs
Networking Events
Marketing Opportunities
Career Development
Scholarship Programs
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer exclusive marketing opportunities through Spring and Fall Tour of Homes events
- Our 3-in-1 membership includes local, state, and national association benefits
- We provide career development through Build My Future Wisconsin educational programs
- Our advocacy efforts protect housing interests at local, state, and national levels
- Members receive exclusive discounts through industry partnerships
Services
Tour of Homes
Our biannual event showcases newly constructed and remodeled homes throughout the St. Croix Valley. Visitors connect directly with builders, compare home styles, and explore the latest in residential design. The self-guided tour occurs every spring and fall across western Wisconsin and eastern Minnesota communities.
Build My Future
This annual hands-on event introduces high school students to construction careers through interactive demonstrations. Industry professionals guide participants through equipment operation and skill-building activities at this educational showcase held in partnership with local schools and trade organizations.
Membership Benefits
Members gain access to exclusive networking opportunities, marketing platforms, and advocacy resources. Benefits include participation in home tours, golf tournaments, educational committees, and combined local-state-national association memberships with shared industry discounts.
Affordable Housing
Through our 501(c)3 foundation, we support affordable housing initiatives and trade education scholarships. Programs focus on veteran housing, homeless outreach, and funding for high school technical education programs across western Wisconsin communities.
Industry Advocacy
We represent builders' interests through legislative advocacy at local, state, and national levels. Our efforts focus on housing policy development, regulatory reform, and maintaining industry standards while addressing workforce development challenges in the construction sector.
People
Al Wittstock
President
President of Wittstock Builders with extensive industry leadership experience. Serves as 2022 board president and state director for Wisconsin Builders Association.
Tami Kuchera
Vice President
Vice President of Lund Builders and active committee chair. Leads education initiatives and co-chairs Build My Future Wisconsin programs for construction career development.
Michael Derrick
Director
Owner of Derrick Homes and active association leader. Serves as Tour of Homes committee chair and golf tournament organizer with statewide industry connections.
Questions
How can I join the St. Croix Valley Home Builders Association?
Visit our website to complete the membership application. Membership includes local, state, and national association benefits with access to networking and marketing opportunities.
When is the next Tour of Homes event?
The Fall Tour of Homes runs September 6-28, 2025, with homes open Saturdays and Sundays from 12pm-6pm across western Wisconsin communities.
What is Build My Future Wisconsin?
This annual October event provides high school students hands-on construction career experiences through equipment demonstrations and industry professional interactions at Glenwood City.
Does the association offer educational programs?
We support construction education through scholarships, high school tech program grants, and Build My Future Wisconsin career exploration events for students.
How does the association support affordable housing?
Our 501(c)3 foundation funds housing projects for veterans, homeless individuals, and underprivileged families while providing trade education scholarships across western Wisconsin counties.
