BIA announces new Slate of Officers and Presidents Awards
VANCOUVER – The Building Industry Association of Clark County (BIA) installed Alexa Lee of Tapani, Inc. as the association’s 2026 Board President. Lee is celebrated as second female president in the history of the association, accepting a second year term.
In addition to Lee’s role, the BIA’s 2026 officers were formally installed by Kevin Trevena, Lifetime Director of the BIA of Clark County. Max Booth was installed as Vice President, Nicole Hinton-Duke as Vice President Secretary, Dave Campos as Vice President Treasurer, Mark Kroll as Vice President Associate, and Tracy Doriot as Immediate Past President.
Prior to the installation, the evening recognized excellence across the industry with the annual President’s Awards. The Membership Outreach award was presented to Nikki Grey, while Dave Cole received the Workforce Development Champion award. The Constructed for Success award went to Avilaco. Samantha Zimmer was named Industry Advocate, and Industry Connector honor was awarded Jason Presser. Political Action Champion was awarded to Betty Sue Morris. The Legacy Member Award went to our longest standing member of over 46 years – Performance Building Products, Inc., while Most Spikes honors went to Drew Talbert. The Lifetime Directors award was presented to both Kevin Trevena and Paul McGraw. Supplier of the Year Award was given to Brian Boggs of Pacific Crest Custom Cabinetry. Remodeler of the Year went to West Coast General Construction LLC, and the Builder of the Year Award was given to Urban Northwest Homes. Industry Associate of the Year was awarded to Ashley Shimer, and the Beacon Award was presented to Lisa Thompson. The Industry Impact Award was presented to several members, including Tracy Doriot and Bobbi Bjork, Tony Curtis, Erin Wriston, Justin Ross, Nikki Hinton-Duke, Jodi Bailey, Matthew and Cheri Clarkson. The Alpha Performer award was given to Noelle Lovern, the E.O. at the BIA. These awards celebrate companies and individuals who have demonstrated outstanding craftsmanship, dedication, and vision in their work, reinforcing the industry’s strength and future.
“It is an honor to serve a second term as the BIA President.” said Alexa Lee, current President of the BIA of Clark County. “I am proud to present these awards as they celebrate the members who consistently elevate our association and strengthen our industry.”
The evening united industry leaders and innovators to honor the outstanding achievements and vision shaping 2026.
Taylor Morrison was the title sponsor of the event. To learn more about the Building Industry Association of Clark County, please visit biaofclarkcounty.org.
The Building Industry Association (BIA) of Clark County is a nonprofit trade association representing the interests of all businesses involved with real estate, land development, homebuilding, and construction.
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