Who We Are

Leadership • Legacy • Building Community Since 1970

Building our Region Since 1970

A Strong Foundation. A Stronger Future.

Since our founding in 1970, the Ocoee Region Builders Association has been the voice of the building industry in Southeast Tennessee.

We advocate for our members, promote professional excellence, and invest in the future of our communities through education, workforce development, and service.

OUR COUNTIES

  • Bradley
  • Polk
  • McMinn
1970

SINCE

Serving the building
industry for more
than 50 years

OUR MEMBERSHIP
LEVELS

  • Builder
  • Associate
  • Affiliate

A Message from Our President

Howard Millsaps

“As the newly elected president of the Ocoee Region Builders Association for 2026, I am deeply honored to have been entrusted with this role. I look forward to serving our esteemed members and contributing to the continued success of our organization.

My commitment is to uphold the values and goals that define our association while supporting the builders and industry professionals who help our region grow. I look forward to working alongside our members to strengthen our organization and build an even brighter future for our community.

Thank you for this incredible opportunity to serve.”

MEET THE LEADERSHIP

Executive Officers

Howard Millsaps

President

Michael Blankinship

Immediate Past President

Jerry Franitza

Secretary

Max Phillips

PAC Chair

Blake Allison

Government Affairs Chair

Charlotte Peak

Executive Officer

Board of Directors

Charles Blankinship

Clay Cochran

Clint Taylor

Dee Dee Blankinship

Dustin Wong

Jennifer Holden

Joe Collins

Keith Jones

Lake Mantooth

Lydia Charles

Ralf Cross

Tim Evans

Legacy Board

(HBAT Life Directors)

The ORBA Legacy Board recognizes members who have earned Life Director status with the Home Builders Association of Tennessee. Their years of service, leadership, and commitment have strengthened ORBA and the building industry across our region.

Chad Dean

Charlotte Peak

Dennis Epperson

John Proffitt

Peaches Searles

More Than a Membership.

We’re building stronger communities, supporting education, developing the workforce, and giving back across Southeast Tennessee.

Building Relationships

Building Our Community

Building a Legacy