Author Archives: Mike Means

HBA of Greater Tulsa members help construct a Habitat for Humanity house in 24 hours.   Congratulations to the HBA of Greater Tulsa as they completed a Habitat for Humanity House in 24 hours!  This was a terrific project that demonstrate...

Honored to be elected Secretary to the national Executive Officers Council   The week of July 11 saw executive officers, HBA staff, and volunteer leaders congregate in San Antonio for the Association Leadership Institute.  This annual institu...

Well the 2016 Legislative session has ended and the scorecards are coming out.  Most of the ones I have seen rate the session as a C.  When I was in school I did not like to see a C, I wanted A's and B's.  I am sure most legislators would agree. ...

  By Mike Means This greeting is one of my favorites.  It is a season that brings hope and cheer to us as we remember the reason for the season and anticipate another year of God’s grace. This coming year will challenge us to keep ...

By Mike Means OSHBA Executive Officer Lately it seems the news from the Capitol has all been about the upcoming budget shortfall.  While the Legislature is not in session, interim studies are happening and preparation for the next session is...

Editor’s note: This column will be published in the upcoming edition of Oklahoma Builder magazine This issue I thought I would get a little serious with you. The topic in this month's magazine deals with education and how it ties to the indus...