Achievement Awards

NARI Achievement Awards

Awards are presented each year at our Celebrating Excellence Event.

NARI of Madison Leadership Award

The Leadership Award honors an individual who has shown exceptional leadership,devotion, dedication and accomplishments on behalf of NARI at a local level. This award is presented to a NARI member, either past or present, for meritorious service to NARI and the remodeling industry.

2024: Brett Clarke, Sweeney Design Build
2023: John Gishnock III, formecology LLC
2022: Chris Jenny, vonBriesen and Roper
2021: Kyle Davies, W.E. Davies and Sons Remodeling
2020: Chad Speight CR, Chads Design Build
2019: Ben Lindberg CR, Lion Tree Group
2018: Jason Hensler, Marvin Windows and Doors
2017: Renee Wilson, Rockweiler Insulation Inc.
2016: Paul Ganshert, Ganshert Nursery & Landscapes LLC
2015: Kathy Raab CAE, NARI of Madison, Inc.
2014: Tony Trapp CR, Tony Trapp Remodeling & Repairs
2013: Rick Hoekstra, Kitchen Ideas Center
2013: Bruce Petersen, Hellenbrand Glass LLC
2012: Al Curran, Bella Domicile
2011: Jeff Grundahl CR, JG Development, Inc.
2010: Dale Benjamin, Benjamin Plumbing, Inc.
2009: Melinda Monroe, Architectural Building Arts
2009: Chad Speight CR, Chad's Carpentry, Inc.
2008: Wynn Davies CR, W.E. Davies & Sons Remodeling, Inc.
2007: Butch Ledworowski CR, LiL' America Builders, Inc
2005: Travis Larson, Academy Electric
2004: Jeff Bangs CR, Lost Finish Inc/Kitchen Ideas Center

NARI of Madison Vendor/Distributor of the Year Award

The NARI of Madison Distributor of the Year Award recognizes distributors who have demonstrated a strong commitment to NARI, the professional remodeling industry and the community or communities in which they do business.

2024: Jarod VonBehren, Third Coast Advisors
2023: Drexel Building Supply
2022: Harvey Kessel, Wisconsin Building Supply
2021: Chuck Ebbs, Zimbrick Chevrolet
2020: Trish Endres, Gerhards
2019: Drexel Building Supply
2018: Brette Clarke, Brunsell Lumber & Millwork
2017: Gerhards
2016: Yvette Jones, designCraft Advertising
2015: Jeffrey Beckmann, J&K Security Solutions
2014: Jason Hensler, Marvin Windows and Doors
2013: Gerry Perrine, Sub Zero Wolf Midwest
2013: Rick Simler, Grand Appliance and TV
2012: Alan Kim Jr., von Briesen & Roper, s.c.
2011: Steve Schmidt, Kohler Co.
2010: Jake Byers, Fergusen Enterprises
2010: James Taalbi, American Kennedy Hahn
2010: Window Design Center
2009: Donna Cotter, AnchorBank fsb
2008: Dan Luck, Bella Domicile, Inc.
2007: Chas Vaughan, Window Design Center
2005: Luanne Fax, Madison Gas & Electric

NARI of Madison Team Member/Sub-Contractor of the Year Award

The NARI of Madison Team Member/Sub-Contractor of the Year Award recognizes NARI of Madison member Sub-Contractors who have demonstrated a strong commitment to NARI, the professional remodeling industry and the community or communities in which they do business.

2024: The Granite Shop of Madison
2023: Dale Tomalin, Spray-Net
2022: Hellenbrand Brothers Excavating, Inc.
2021: Gina Richarson, Brighter Concepts
2019: Todd Steege, TNT Insulation LLC
2018: Megan Fields, Rivendell DesignWorks
2017: Cathy Driftmier, Driftmier Design LLC
2016: Jake Waldera, Statz and Sons
2015: Renee Wilson, Rockweiler Insulation Inc.
2014: Travis Larson, Design Electric of Madison, Inc.
2013: Dennis Hilsenhoff UDCP, Benjamin Plumbing, Inc.
2012: Rowan Childs, Nonn's Design Showplace
2011: Mark Lydon, Artisan Energy LLC
2010: Kim Sweitzer, Sweitzer Electric
2010: Kitchen Ideas Center
2009: Roger Deets, Madison Aluminum Products LLC
2008: Dale Benjamin, Benjamin Plumbing, Inc.
2007: Bruce Ballweg, Ever Ready Electric
2006: Fred Loga, Benjamin Plumbing, Inc.
2005: Rick Roth CR, R&D Drywall, Inc.

NARI of Madison President's Award

The NARI of Madison President's Award recognizes a person or person(s) who have helped the President the most during their presidency.

2024: Abe Degnan, Degnan Design-Build-Remodel
2023: Kim DiMaggio, NARI of Madison, Inc.
2022: James Westring, CR, Westring Construction
2021: Amy Volkmann, Degnan Design-Build-Remodel
2020: Kim DiMaggio, NARI of Madison, Inc.
2019: Jay Statz CR, Mandy Beckman and Kim DiMaggio
2018: Jeff Grundahl CR, Renee Wilson and Dale Benjamin
2017: Jason Hensler, Marvin Windows & Doors
2016: Tony Trapp CR, Tony Trapp Remodeling
2015: Kate Trapp
2014: Kim DiMaggio and Maggie Richardson, NARI of Madison, Inc.
2013: Kathy Raab, NARI of Madison, Inc.
2012: Jeff Grundahl CR, JG Development, Inc.
2011: Chris Jenny and Sam Briendenbach

NARI of Madison Rookie of the Year Award

The NARI of Madison Rookie of the Year Award recognizes a new and engaged member who has gone above and beyond during their first three years as a NARI Member.

2024: Brittany Ballweg, Interiors by B
2023: Rob Carey, Precision Design Build, Inc.
2022: Jarod Von Behren, Third Coast Advisors
2021: Kyle Smith, Tilesmith
2020: Emily Bissen, ActionCOACH of Madison
2019: Kyle Davies, W.E. Davies and Sons Remodeling, Inc.
2018: Chuck Ebbs, Zimbrick Chevrolet
2017: Elyse Smithback, Oregon Community Bank
2016: Jason Hensler, Marvin Windows & Doors
2015: Maria Kovach CRPM, Simply Stated Interiors
2014: Andrea Hedquist, Exquisite Windows and Decor
2014: Randy Lenz, Legalshield

NARI of Madison Appreciation Award

The NARI of Madison Appreciation Award recognizes contributions made by an individual or company that demonstrates a strong commitment to the professional remodeling industry and promotes NARI’s mission, values and Code of Ethics. Can be a non-NARI member.

2024: John Gishnock, formecology
2023: Kyle Smith, Tilesmith
2022: Brett Clarke, Sweeney Design Remodel
2021: John Folsom, Wegner CPAs; Chris Jenny, vonbriesen & Roper; Linda Zimdars, Oak Bank
2020: Amy Volkmann, Degnan Design-Build-Remodel
2019: Trish Endres, Gerhards Kitchen & Bath Store
2018: Cathy Driftmier, Driftmier Design LLC
2017: Janette Cantwell-Kosmal, Builders Showcase TV - Madison
2016: John Folsom CPA, Wegner CPAs
2015: Alan Kim, Attorney
2015: Kim DiMaggio, Dave Nelson - NARI of Madison, Inc.
2014: Yvette Jones, designCraft Advertising

NARI of Madison Torch Award

The NARI of Madison Torch Award is given in appreciation for supporting NARI Madison’s commitment to the remodeling industry. Can be a non-NARI member.

2024: Gina Richardson, Advanced Health & Safety
2023: NARI of Madison Education Foundation Board of Directors - Tim Allen, Trish Endres, Paul Ganshert, Jason Hensler, Harvey Kessel, Ben Lindberg, Ralph Radix
2022: Trish Endres, Gerhards Kitchen and Bath Store
2021: Amy Volkmann, Degnan Design-Build-Remodel
2020: NARI Membership Committee
2019: Tony Trapp CR, Tony Trapp Remodeling
2018: Kathy Raab, Raab Group
2017: Bill Butler CR, Bill Butler Builders, Inc.
2016: Dale Contant MCR CRPM UDCP, NARI National President

Awards Previously Given

NARI of Madison Employee of the Year Award

The NARI of Madison Employee of the Year Award recognizes those employees whose talent, dedication, enthusiasm and teamwork help make your job easier and your business prosper.

2013: Michelle Milestone, JG Development, Inc.
2012: Mike Thompson, Ganshert Nursery & Landscapes LLC
2011: Jesse Schlimgen CR, JG Development, Inc.
2010: Al Hendrickson CLC, Schorr Construction, Inc
2010: Peter Barden CR GCP UDCP, Schorr Construction, Inc
2009: Clarence “Butch” Breunig, Benjamin Plumbing, Inc.

NARI of Madison Image Award

This award is open to all who contribute to the enhancement of the remodeling industry’s image. Entrants can be NARI members or non-members.The Image award recognizes those who promote remodeling, not their business.

2013: Jeff Grundahl CR, JG Development, Inc.
2013: Tim Sweeney CR, Sweeney Construction Corp.
2012: Chas Vaughan, Window Design Center
2012: John Stephany CLC, Madison College - Construction and Remodeling Program
2011: Paul Ganshert, Ganshert Nursery & Landscapes LLC
2011: Kathy Raab CAE, NARI of Madison, Inc.
2010: Alan Kim Jr., von Briesen & Roper, s.c.
2010: Sam Breidenbach MCR GCP, TDS Custom Construction, Inc.
2010: Jay Statz CR, Statz Construction Services LLC
2010: Al Curran, Bella Domicile
2009: Chuck Weidenbach, Kitchen Ideas Center + Design
2008: Larry Taff CR, TZ of Madison, Inc.
2008: Melinda Monroe, Architectural Building Arts
2008: Al Curran, Bella Domicile
2008: Sam Beidenbach MCR GCP, TDS Custom Construction, Inc.
2008: Chad Speight CR, Chad's Carpentry, Inc.
2008: Joe Stahl
2008: Randy Hartt, Sweeney Construction Corp.
2008: Patrick Zuehlke
2008: Iwona Zuehlke
2008: Lori Jolin, Lori Jolin Design
2008: Dennis Hilsenhoff, Benjamin Plumbing, Inc.
2008: Mark Heinritz CLC
2008: Jay Statz CR, Statz Construction Services LLC
2008: Jenny Sinnott
2007: Scott Shimanski CR, Associated Housewrights, LLC
2006: Tim Sweeney CR, Sweeney Construction Corp.
2005: Phil Stratton, NARI of Madison, Inc.

NARI of Madison Professionalism Award

Presented to a non-paid NARI member who has shown exceptional leadership, devotion, dedication and accomplishment through his or her efforts to promote NARI as a professional organization at the local level.

2013: Jay Statz CR, Statz Construction Services LLC
2012: Travis Larson, Design Electric of Madison, Inc.
2011: Chris Jenny, von Briesen & Roper, s.c.
2010: Jeff Grundahl CR, JG Development, Inc.
2009: Sam Beidenbach MCR GCP, TDS Custom Construction, Inc.
2009: Dale Benjamin, Benjamin Plumbing, Inc.
2008: Al Curran, Bella Domicile
2005: Larry Taff CR, TZ of Madison, Inc.
2004: Paul Vosen CR, Degenhardt Home Improvement Co, Inc.