WBA Staff

 

Executive Vice President
Jerry Deschane, CAE

(608) 242-5151 ext. 11
jdeschane@wisbuild.org

Jerry manages the operations, affairs and resources of WBA in accordance with the mission, vision and strategic plan of the WBA. Jerry is a frequent traveler to local associations to represent WBA and listen to member concerns. Jerry works closely with the WBA senior officers in developing the WBA budget and managing association issues. He also serves as the Executive Director of the Wisconsin Builders Foundation, the charitable arm of WBA and CEO of WBA Insurance Services.

Director of Government and Political Affairs
Brad Boycks

(608) 242-5151 ext. 16
bboycks@wisbuild.org

Brad leads WBA's efforts in the legislature, representing affordable housing. He is responsible for helping the association establish legislative priorities, working with legislators and regulators to get those priorities addressed, and interpreting new or proposed laws.  He staffs the Government Affairs and Building Industry Council.

   

General Counsel
Patrick Stevens

(608) 242-5151 ext. 22
pstevens@wisbuild.org

Patrick is responsible for the day-to-day operations of WBA's Legal and Building Code Hotline. Patrick also manages the Builders Legal Action and Research (BLAR) Fund, which pays for legislative research projects and legal actions challenging laws or local ordinances that harm the housing industry

   
 

Director of Communications
Annie Rubens

(608) 242-5151 ext. 19
arubens@wisbuild.org

Annie is responsible for producing the WBA's publications, including the Wisconsin Badger Builder magazine and the Wisconsin Building News e-newsletter. Annie is the Webmaster for the WBA Web site and produces informational and promotional pieces for all of our departments. Annie is the first contact for the media and coordinates statewide press releases. She is also the administrator for WBA's presence on FaceBook, Twitter and LinkedIn. Annie staffs the Executive Officers Council.

   
 

Director of Accounting Services
Kathy Johnsen

(608) 242-5151 ext. 12
kjohnsen@wisbuild.org

Kathy is responsible for the financial records of WBA and WBA Insurance Services. These include financial statements, cash management, budget, audit, and payroll. She assists in recording and reporting the PAC and Builders Direct Fund.  Kathy staffs the Finance Committee and Associate Advisory Council and assists with staffing the Foundation Board and WBA Insurance Services Board.

   
 

Accounting & Political Affairs Assistant
Mark Nelson

(608) 242-5151 ext. 25
mnelson@wisbuild.org

Mark assists with various accounting functions of all entities within the organization, and is the primary person responsible for the PAC and Builders Direct Fund recording and reporting. As Political Affairs assistant, he assists with political fundraising, staffs PAC auctions throughout the state, and is the contact person for the Building a Better Wisconsin PAC and the Builders Direct Fund. Mark also manages all building maintenance issues. He staffs the Local Officers Council and Building A Better Wisconsin PAC Committee.

   
 

Event Coordinator
Kimberly Fay

(608) 242-5151 ext. 13
kfay@wisbuild.org

Kim is the primary contact for visitors, members and local affiliates of the association.  She is our "go to" person for problem solving office operations and multi tasking special projects.  Kim coordinates the WBA Executive Committee meetings, Board of Directors & all aspects of the annual Convention.  Kim also manages the association database including membership and committee records and reports. 

   

Development Director
Megan Taylor

(608) 242-5151 ext. 24
mtaylor@wisbuild.org

Megan is responsible for the coordination and management of the education, charitable aid, research and resource development initiatives of the WBA Foundation. She helps to develop, implement and monitor the progress of the WBA Foundation's short and long term goals. Megan also staffs the WBA Foundation Board of Trustees and the WBA Remodelers Council.
   
 

WBA Insurance Services, Vice President
Karl O. Johnson

(608) 242-5151 ext. 23
kjohnson@wisbuild.org

Karl is responsible for the operation of all aspects of WBA Insurance Services.  His responsibilities include the marketing and administration of member benefit insurance programs to WBA members.  These programs include the WBA Group Health/Life/STD Insurance plan, WBA Voluntary Benefits Plan, the WBA Business and Workers Compensation Advantage. Plans are marketed through a network of authorized independent agents and Karl is responsible for the development of this network.