CRBRA-Capital Region Builders & Remodelers Association

What CRBRA-Capital Region Builders & Remodelers Association does

Capital Region Builders & Remodelers Association (CRBRA) is a nonprofit trade association that serves residential builders, remodelers, and industry-related associate companies across 12 counties in upstate New York (Albany, Clinton, Columbia, Essex, Franklin, Greene, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Warren, and Washington). Formed in 2003 from the merger of the Albany and Schenectady associations, it expanded northward in September 2023 by merging with the Builders & Remodelers Association of Northern New York (BRANNY). The organization is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and operates with a small paid staff (1–10 employees) out of a permanent headquarters purchased in March 2018 at 10 Old Plank Road in Clifton Park, NY.

CRBRA's service portfolio centers on membership benefits automatically extended through its three-tiered integration with the New York State Builders Association (NYSBA) and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). Core offerings include advocacy on regulatory matters (including the All-Electric Buildings Act, SEQRA, and wetlands regulations), networking events, education programs, signature annual showcases (Capital Region Parade of Homes, Best in Building Awards, golf tournaments, clay shoots), a quarterly Residential Building Around the Capital Region magazine, and sub-brand councils for Professional Women in Building, the Remodelers Council, and Young Professionals. Two recent product launches in 2025 — a weekly TV collaboration with NewsChannel 13 (WNYT) titled "Building Up the Capital Region" and The Member Advantage Podcast — have expanded the media surface for member exposure.

Revenue is generated primarily through annual membership dues (total $700 per member company for 2026, of which $312 is retained locally), tiered sponsorships of events and the TV program ($250–$4,000 per package), advertising in the member magazine and online, and rental income from The Club Room event venue at headquarters. With more than 270 member companies and a broader network reach of 2,000+ individuals through magazine distribution and consumer-facing directory listings, CRBRA operates a community-led, referral-driven go-to-market model typical of local home builder associations. The organization is independently member-funded and holds no external equity ownership.

Name

CRBRA-Capital Region Builders & Remodelers Association

Legal name

Capital Region Builders & Remodelers Association

Website

https://crbra.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

CRBRA is a nonprofit trade association serving more than 270 residential builders, remodelers, and industry associate companies across 12 upstate New York counties, providing advocacy, education, networking, and member marketing through integrated NAHB and NYSBA membership tiers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Clifton Park

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership dues collected from builder, remodeler, and associate member companies. For 2026, total dues are $700 (CRBRA: $312, NAHB: $198, NYSBA: $190). Dues are collected annually and renew in the month the company joined. CRBRA collects full dues and remits state and national portions monthly.
2. Sponsorships: Annual sponsorships and a la carte event sponsorships providing brand visibility through print, online, and in-person recognition. Annual sponsorships include Grand Hall usage privileges at CRBRA HQ. Event sponsorships available for Best in Building Awards, Golf Tournaments, Clay Shoots, mixers, Council sponsorships, and TV program participation.
3. Advertising: Advertising revenue from the Residential Building Around the Capital Region magazine (mailed to 500+ members up to 2x/year, digital version emailed to 1,000+ contacts), and online advertising on CRBRA.com. Members and non-members can purchase ad space.
4. Venue Rental: The Club Room at CRBRA HQ is available for rental to host professional and personal events for up to 40 people. Rental rates vary by member status and time of day (Off-Peak: $250-$350, Peak: $400-$500 for 6-hour blocks). Additional time at $50/hour.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

CRBRA is a regional trade association that serves residential builders, remodelers, and industry-related associate companies in the 12-county Capital Region and Northern New York market. Its core offering is annual company membership (priced at $700 for 2026), which automatically enrolls the company in NYSBA and NAHB and unlocks advocacy, networking events, education, a consumer-facing member directory, signature programs (Parade of Homes, Best in Building Awards, Building Up TV, podcast), member discount programs, and use of the Club Room venue.

Product overview

CRBRA operates as a trade association offering a unified membership-based service portfolio rather than a software platform. The core offerings center on membership access (including NAHB and NYSBA tier membership), annual signature events (Parade of Homes, Best in Building Awards, Golf Tournaments, Clay Shoots, Lobby Day), professional development councils (Remodelers Council, Professional Women in Building, Young Professionals), and member communications (Residential Building Magazine, The Member Advantage Podcast). The Building Up the Capital Region TV program is a media collaboration with NewsChannel 13. Additional services include the Club Room rental venue, Community Projects committee, Education Programs, Member Portal, and various discount programs through partner organizations. These offerings work together to provide members with networking, advocacy, education, and business development resources.

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Products and services

• CRBRA Builder/Remodeler/Associate Membership Annual company-level membership for residential builders, remodelers, and industry associate companies in the 12-county Capital Region and Northern New York. 2026 dues are $700 total ($312 CRBRA + $190 NYSBA + $198 NAHB). Membership grants all employees access to advocacy, education, networking, the consumer directory, the Building Up TV program, and discount programs.
• Remodelers Council Membership Individual $50/year membership ($40 to NAHB, $10 to CRBRA) for remodeler employees of active CRBRA member companies. Provides remodeler-specific networking, education, resources, and discounts through the local NAHB Remodelers chapter.
• Professional Women in Building (PWB) Membership Individual $70/year PWB membership open to any individual whose company is a CRBRA member ($50 to NAHB, $20 to CRBRA). Empowers women in home building through networking, education, leadership opportunities, professional development, and access to NAHB's Women Building magazine (3x/year).
• Capital Region Parade of Homes Annual public showcase of new residential construction by CRBRA member builders, celebrating community and connecting members with prospective homebuyers in the 12-county region.
• Best in Building Awards
• The Club Room Venue Rental Event venue on the second floor of CRBRA HQ at 10 Old Plank Road, Clifton Park, accommodating up to 40 people for professional and personal events. Member rate $250 (off-peak) / $400 (peak); non-member rate $350 / $500 per 6-hour block; additional time $50/hour.
• Building Up the Capital Region TV Program Weekly TV collaboration with NewsChannel 13 in which CRBRA member companies are showcased via interview-style studio segments. Sponsor tiers include a $4,000 Building Up TV Feature Segment (professionally produced 2-minute feature airing 8x + 30-second cutdown 60x), a $2,500 Tier One Sponsor (voiced name mention + primary logo, 30-second commercial 120x), and a $1,500 Tier Two Sponsor (secondary logo + 30-second commercial 120x), all over a 48-week cycle.
• Residential Building Around the Capital Region Magazine Official CRBRA print/digital publication featuring association news, event coverage, award winners, Parade of Homes content, member directory, and member/non-member advertising.
• The Member Advantage Podcast Monthly ~20-minute podcast focused on member benefits, industry insights, advocacy updates, and practical tips for CRBRA members and industry associates.
• Lobby Day Annual advocacy event where CRBRA members travel to meet state legislators and discuss housing affordability and residential construction policy issues.
• CRBRA Education Programs Educational sessions and webinars for CRBRA members covering industry knowledge and best practices in residential construction and remodeling.
• Member Discount Programs Discount and rebate programs available to CRBRA members, including HBA Rebates (50+ manufacturer partners), Workers' Compensation Safety Group, NAHB Savings Programs (20+ national partners), National Purchasing Partners, and Mercedes-Benz vehicle discounts.
• CRBRA Member Portal Self-serve web portal at web.crbra.com/portal enabling CRBRA members to update profiles, register for events, pay invoices, manage team member communication preferences, and enhance public directory listings.

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Northeast Construction Trades Workforce Coalition (NCTWC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025CRBRA is a Gold Sponsor of NCTWC, an organization dedicated to educating, inspiring and connecting people in construction trades careers. CRBRA members participate in NCTWC's Minds Under Construction (MUC) programs including hands-on school activities, field experiences, toolbox builds, and girls summer camp. This partnership addresses workforce development in the building industry.
• NewsChannel 13 (WNYT)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Weekly TV collaboration 'Building Up the Capital Region' with NewsChannel 13. This segment showcases CRBRA member talent and expertise, explaining why consumers should work with CRBRA members. Aired during weekday lunch and weekend morning news. Content also available on WNYT.com, CRBRA.com, and YouTube.
• National GridminorOthers · 1 January 2025National Grid is a utility partner providing gas service information relevant to CRBRA members. They communicated guidance on the All-Electric Buildings Act implementation timeline (December 31, 2025), building permit requirements, and grid exemption processes. CRBRA maintains open dialogue with National Grid representatives.
• National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2003CRBRA is part of the three-tiered builder family along with NAHB. Membership automatically enrolls companies in NAHB, providing access to national resources, education, savings programs, Builder magazine, advocacy representation, and networking. NAHB represents more than 50,000 members involved in remodeling.
• New York State Builders Association (NYSBA)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2003CRBRA is part of the three-tiered builder family along with NYSBA. Membership automatically enrolls companies in NYSBA, providing state-level advocacy, resources, and the HBA Rebates program. CRBRA collects and remits NYSBA dues monthly.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association: Regional HBA serving residential builders and remodelers in metro Atlanta with comparable membership dues, advocacy, awards programs, and remodeler council offerings.
• Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA): Large regional home builders association in Texas offering comparable membership services, advocacy, events, and education to residential builders and remodelers. Operates a similar dues-plus-sponsorship revenue model.
• National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI): National trade association dedicated to the remodeling industry, paralleling CRBRA's Remodelers Council. NARI offers comparable education, certification, and networking to remodeling contractors and competes for the same member mindshare.
• Building Industry Association of San Diego: Regional BIA serving residential construction members in San Diego County with comparable federation structure (state BIA, national NAHB alignment), advocacy, education, and signature events.
• National Association of Home Builders (NAHB): The national federation of which CRBRA is an automatic local chapter. NAHB sets the three-tiered federation model CRBRA operates within and provides national advocacy, publications, and savings programs that flow down to local members.
• New York State Builders Association (NYSBA): State-level trade association directly aligned with CRBRA in the three-tiered federation structure. NYSBA administers the HBA Rebates program that delivers quantifiable ROI to CRBRA members and conducts state-level advocacy.
• Home Builders Association of Metro Denver: Regional HBA serving builders and remodelers in the Denver metro area with parallel offerings including advocacy, education, awards programs, and member networking — a comparable structural peer to CRBRA.
• Home Builders Association of Greater Austin: Regional HBA chapter serving the Greater Austin residential construction market with parallel membership, advocacy, education, and signature events (e.g., Parade of Homes equivalents).

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

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