Following the Remodeler & Supplier Expo, enjoy a casual evening to honor our success & celebrate new leadership. See director canidates below.
4:00 pm - CHECK-IN, BAR, HORS D'OEUVRES, Music by Myles Wangerin
4:45 pm - PROGRAM - Voting on leadership and bylaws, special messages
7:00 pm - EVENT CONCLUDES
Pricing if NOT Attending Remodeler & Supplier Expo: $40 / PERSON -Past NARI Presidents are free use code: NARIPRES24
Register to Attend Choose & Brews Only - RSVP by November 4th
ATTIRE: COME AS YOU ARE
BOARD NOMINEES
NOMINEE FOR DIRECTOR
Nancy Brochhausen • Geiger Awards & Apparel
Nancy began her career as a licensed stylist and Dale Carnegie graduate, where she quickly realized her passion for helping people solve problems. This love for tackling challenges led her to earn a degree in Interior Design and pivot into a sales role focused on helping companies furnish and optimize their spaces. In 2011, she joined Geiger, where she has applied a proactive, common-sense approach to building strong, lasting relationships across a variety of industries, with a particular focus on the trades.
Collaboration is at the heart of what Nancy does. She works hard to simplify processes for her clients, always putting their needs first while delivering positive, thoughtful solutions. She enjoys making a difference and brings energy, optimism, and a fun attitude to every project she takes on.
With experience in sales, design, and community service, paired with a focus on teamwork, she believes she will be an asset to the NARI Milwaukee Board of Directors. She understands the importance of fostering connections and streamlining processes to achieve shared goals and is excited to bring her skills and enthusiasm to this new challenge.
When not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband, children, family, and friends. She’s a fan of 80s movies, a passionate reader, an enthusiastic cook, and a local sports fan. Whether up north or relaxing in her backyard, she strives to find joy in every day.
NOMINEE FOR DIRECTOR
Christine Fish • Gerhards Kitchen & Bath Store
Christine Fish is a Territory Manager for Gerhards Kitchen Bath & Lighting store. In short she’s the business to business developer. She not only uses her 20+ years of industry experience and connections to grow business at Gerhards, she also facilitates and loves to make introductions not directly connected to her business. You could say she loves people.
During those 20+ years Christine has developed and trained sales teams, managed a warehouse and subcontractor staff, supported multiple computer software changeovers and has been known to drive a forklift in a dress and heels to get a pallet in the back of an anxious installer’s truck. Christine thrives at problem solving and is willing to go the extra mile.
Its important in this chapter of her career to continue to give back and coach the new professionals in our industry. Christine is a cheerleader of sorts and full of energy. She’s happiest when the people around her find success.
In her time away from work you might find her on a bike path, at a concert (I hear she loves the Rolling Stones), traveling, hitting up a new restaurant, spending time with family and friends but the key thing is she’s always meeting new people and keeping everyone connected.
NOMINEE FOR DIRECTOR
Matt Maurice • Wingspan Shower Door & Glass
Matt Maurice, owner of Wingspan Shower Door & Glass, is a seasoned entrepreneur with a proven track record of building successful businesses from the ground up. Before acquiring Wingspan, Matt built and sold two businesses: REIS Automotive, a two-location auto repair company, and Welcome Home Milwaukee, a local property management business—both of which he started from scratch. His journey has provided him with extensive experience in leadership, problem-solving, and strategic growth.
Matt’s background allows him to bring a unique perspective to the NARI Milwaukee Board of Directors. He understands the challenges that business owners face, from daily operations to long-term strategy. If elected, he plans to focus on enhancing the member experience by advocating for pragmatic
solutions that address the real-world needs of the industry. His goal is to foster collaboration, drive innovation, and provide the support necessary to strengthen the community and its resources.
As a passionate supporter of the construction and remodeling industry, Matt is committed to ensuring that NARI Milwaukee continues to lead the way in promoting high standards and empowering professionals. He believes that together, the organization can continue to set the benchmark for the industry and build a stronger, more connected community.
Matt appreciates the consideration for this role and looks forward to the opportunity to serve and support NARI Milwaukee’s members. and support our members.
NOMINEE FOR DIRECTOR
Rob McDonald • Excel Custom Contractors, LLC
Rob McDonald, has been actively involved in the remodeling industry for over two decades. He is the founder of Excel Custom Contractors, a company that started as a residential remodeling business in 2000 and grew into a full-service operation with a focus on custom decks and outdoor living spaces. Today, Excel employs 28 staff members and operates in both Milwaukee and Madison, with plans to expand further.
Beyond his professional work, Rob is passionate about supporting the next generation of tradespeople. He has participated in the Youth Apprenticeship program for years, mentoring high school students and helping them launch careers in construction. As part of NARI’s NextGen Trades Challenge, Rob aims to continue advocating for the future of the industry by encouraging young people to explore opportunities in the trades.
Rob also volunteers extensively in the community, serving as a firefighter and treasurer on the board of a volunteer fire department, as well as participating in disaster relief efforts with Team Rubicon.
If elected to the NARI Milwaukee Board, Rob plans to focus on fostering the next generation of trades professionals and supporting business owners through NARI’s educational resources, networking opportunities, and member expertise.
Rob thanks you for considering him for this important role and the opportunity to be on the ballot.