What Northeast Florida Builders Association does

The Northeast Florida Builders Association (NEFBA) is a private, member-funded non-profit trade association founded in 1945 and headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, that represents home builders, remodelers, trade partners, subcontractors, suppliers, and related professionals across seven Northeast Florida counties (Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau, Bradford, Putnam, and St. Johns). NEFBA describes itself as Florida's largest home builder association and one of the top five in the nation, with a directory of more than 1,200 partners and professionals and a Sales & Marketing Council of 260+ aligned professionals. Its primary products and programs include a 3-in-1 membership bundle (NEFBA + Florida Home Builders Association + National Association of Home Builders), the Pinnacle Builder premier tier, the SMART Partners sponsorship program (minimum $5,000 annual investment), the Emerging Leaders professional development program, the Associate of Excellence recognition program, the annual Parade of Homes showcase, and a Government Affairs Committee that lobbies across city, county, state, and federal levels. The association also operates the debt-free NEFBA Apprenticeship Program in carpentry, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing, which will be housed — together with NEFBA's offices — in a 43,000 sq ft Workforce Development Center purchased in January 2025 and targeted to scale to 600 apprentices by 2028. Community programs include Builders Care (launched 2001) and the Charitable Foundation (chartered 1986, with more than $1 million contributed to date).

Revenue is generated primarily through annual membership dues (subscription, recurring), SMART Partner sponsorships at $5,000+ per year, manufacturer rebates averaging $1,650.24 per participating Builder/Remodeler in 2024 across 50+ brands, and one-time fees such as the $25 Associate of Excellence application. The go-to-market is sales-led and event-driven, combining direct membership outreach, an event calendar anchored by the Parade of Homes and Pinnacle Builder weekend, regional council meetings, and a member-to-member referral network codified by the Pinnacle Builder requirement that tier members maintain at least 80% of active subcontractors as NEFBA members. NEFBA operates with a 16-person staff led by an Executive Officer and four directors covering membership, finance and HR, government affairs, and apprenticeship training, with no disclosed external ownership, venture capital, or private equity investment.

Name

Northeast Florida Builders Association

Legal name

Northeast Florida Builders Association

Website

https://nefba.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1945

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Northeast Florida Builders Association (NEFBA) is a Jacksonville-based, member-funded non-profit trade association founded in 1945 that represents more than 1,200 home builders, remodelers, trade partners, and suppliers across seven Northeast Florida counties through membership services, advocacy, apprenticeship training, and community programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Jacksonville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: NEFBA generates primary revenue from annual membership dues. A single membership provides triple affiliation with NEFBA, the Florida Home Builders Association (FHBA), and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). The membership investment unlocks member-to-member discounts, rebate programs, and access to FHBA rebates.
2. SMART Partner Sponsorships: NEFBA generates revenue through SMART Partner sponsorships. Companies invest $5,000 or more to become a SMART Partner, receiving additional recognition and branding throughout the year as part of sponsorship packages.
3. Member Rebate Programs: Builder and Remodeler members can claim rebates from 50+ participating manufacturers for completed residential addresses. The average rebate per participating Builder/Remodeler in 2024 was $1,650.24, representing a value-return mechanism for members that also strengthens manufacturer relationships.
4. Associate of Excellence Application Fees: A $25 application fee is charged for Associate of Excellence program applications, which are open December through January each year.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

NEFBA is a non-profit trade association that delivers membership-based services to home builders, remodelers, and trade partners in Northeast Florida. Its core offering is a 3-in-1 annual membership that bundles affiliation with NEFBA, the Florida Home Builders Association (FHBA), and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), unlocking networking, government advocacy, education, an apprenticeship training program, a member directory, and a manufacturer rebate program.

Product overview

NEFBA operates as Florida's largest home builder association and one of the Top 5 in the nation, serving as a membership-based organization rather than a traditional technology product. The core offering is the NEFBA Membership program, which provides networking, advocacy, education, and member discounts. The membership includes access to programs organized under the Programs umbrella: Pinnacle Builder (premier builder tier), SMART Partners (sponsorship), Emerging Leaders (professional development), Associate of Excellence (recognition), and the Apprenticeship Program (skilled trades training). Community initiatives include Builders Care (home restoration) and the Charitable Foundation (grants to local organizations). The Workforce Development Center serves as the training hub. The organization also runs the Parade of Homes annual showcase event and provides Government Affairs representation across 7 counties. Regional Councils (Clay, Nassau, St. Johns, Custom Builders & Remodelers, Professional Women in Building, Associates, Sales & Marketing, Young Professionals, Government Affairs) serve specific geographic and professional niches. No software-as-a-service product, API, or technology platform is offered.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• NEFBA Membership Annual membership that delivers triple affiliation with NEFBA, FHBA, and NAHB. Members gain access to 1,200+ partner directory, government affairs representation across 7 counties, FHBA rebates (averaging $1,650.24 per builder/remodeler in 2024), member-to-member discounts, networking events, and educational programs. Target buyers are home builders, remodelers, subcontractors, and trade suppliers operating in Northeast Florida.
• Pinnacle Builder Program
• SMART Partners Program
• Emerging Leaders Program
• Builders Care
• NEFBA Apprenticeship Program
• NEFBA Charitable Foundation
• Associate of Excellence Program
• Parade of Homes
• Government Affairs Representation

Quantifiable outcome

• Average FHBA Member Rebate of $1,650.24 per Builder/Remodeler in 2024, with 50+ participating manufacturers
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• ABC FloridaminorOthersNotable donor to NEFBA's Workforce Development Center campaign. The Together We Build initiative raised funds for the 43,000 sq ft training facility purchased in January 2025.
• Auld & WhiteminorOthersNotable donor to NEFBA's Workforce Development Center campaign supporting the expansion of apprenticeship training capacity.
• City of JacksonvillecoreOthersGovernment donor and partner to NEFBA's Workforce Development Center campaign, reflecting a public-private partnership supporting workforce development in the Jacksonville area.
• State of FloridacoreOthersState-level government donor and partner to NEFBA's Workforce Development Center campaign, supporting the expansion of skilled trades training across the region.
• HaskellminorOthersNotable donor to NEFBA's Workforce Development Center campaign, contributing to the Together We Build initiative.
• MCG General ContractorsminorOthersNotable donor to NEFBA's Workforce Development Center campaign. Also a Pinnacle Builder member with NEFBA First Vice President Matt Meskimen representing the company.
• Jaguars FoundationminorOthersNotable donor to NEFBA's Workforce Development Center campaign, bringing community partnership and visibility to the workforce development initiative.
• Delores Barr Weaver Legacy FoundationminorOthersNotable donor to NEFBA's Workforce Development Center campaign, supporting the Together We Build initiative.
• Riverside HomesminorOthersNotable donor to NEFBA's Workforce Development Center campaign.
• IMC ElectricminorOthersNotable donor to NEFBA's Workforce Development Center campaign.
• Ware Capital FoundationminorOthersNotable donor to NEFBA's Workforce Development Center campaign.
• Duval Commercial Vehicle SolutionminorOthersNotable donor to NEFBA's Workforce Development Center campaign.
• HabiJax (Habitat for Humanity Jacksonville)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNEFBA partners with HabiJax, the local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity, to provide housing for those who could not otherwise afford a home of their own. This partnership extends NEFBA's charitable mission through collaborative housing projects.
• ODCcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerODC is a Diamond/Platinum SMART Partner featured on NEFBA's homepage. SMART Partners invest $5,000 or more annually in exchange for additional recognition throughout the year and sponsorship benefits. ODC is one of NEFBA's top-tier marketing sponsors.
• Sherwin-WilliamscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSherwin-Williams is a Diamond/Platinum SMART Partner featured on NEFBA's homepage. As a leading paint and coatings manufacturer serving the construction industry, Sherwin-Williams provides both sponsorship value and member discount offerings to NEFBA members.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• National Association of Home Builders (NAHB): National-level home builders trade association and the third tier of NEFBA's 3-in-1 membership bundle. Comparable as a membership-based association providing advocacy, education, awards (including the "Best SMC" recognition NEFBA has won), and networking at the national scale.
• Florida Home Builders Association (FHBA): State-level home builders trade association that is part of NEFBA's 3-in-1 membership bundle. Directly comparable as a membership-based trade body with advocacy, training, and rebate programs — operating at the state rather than regional level.

Direct peers

• Tampa Bay Builders Association: Regional Florida home builders association serving the Tampa Bay area. Direct peer operating the same membership, advocacy, and event-driven model for builders, remodelers, and trade partners in a different Florida metro market.
• Builders Association of North Central Florida: Regional Florida home builders association serving the Gainesville/North Central Florida area. Direct peer running a parallel membership, advocacy, and apprenticeship-style training model in an adjacent Florida geography.

Regional players

• Dallas Builders Association: Regional home builders association serving the Dallas-Fort Worth metro. Comparable in scale and structure (membership, advocacy, builder recognition tiers) — but operating in Texas rather than Florida.
• Building Industry Association of San Diego: Regional building industry association serving the San Diego metro. Comparable membership and advocacy model for builders, with similar local government affairs scope — but operating on the West Coast.
• Home Builders Association of Greater Austin: Regional home builders association serving the Austin metro. Comparable membership, advocacy, and event-driven model — operating in a separate geography with similar growth-market dynamics.
• Charlotte Regional Builders Association: Regional builders association serving the Charlotte metro area. Comparable membership, advocacy, and SMC-style council model — serving a different Southeast US geography with similar growth dynamics.
• Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association: Regional home builders association serving the metro Atlanta market. Highly comparable membership, advocacy, and event model — but operating in a different state and metro, so not in direct competition with NEFBA.

Others

• Habitat for Humanity International: Non-profit housing organization partnered with NEFBA's HabiJax affiliate for affordable home construction. Comparable as a housing-focused non-profit with volunteer-driven construction and advocacy — thematically related but not a direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/NortheastFloridaBuildersAssociation
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/northeast-florida-builders-association
• Instagraminstagram.com/nefbastrong
• Xx.com/nefbamembership

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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