Welcome to the 2021 Parade of Homes! We invite you to visit these outstanding model homes filled with the latest in new green designs and technologies for energy conservation and sustainability.
Located in amazing neighborhoods and developments that showcase Florida’s West Coast living at
its best, you will also find quality craftsmanship in the many new creative designs that Manatee and Sarasota have become known for. This year’s Parade continues to showcase the traditional styling of West Coast living in more affordable offerings by our builder members.
The new home market in Manatee and Sarasota have shown continued improvement for the last decade and 2021 is already shaping up to follow that trend to meet the pent-up demand from buyers. The Parade of Homes is the Premier Event of the season to launch another positive year in the NEW HOME HOUSING MARKET.
The Parade kicks off on February 20th and continues through March 14th. You will be able to view and review videos of the beautiful models, developments and several other videos of products and services that can be installed in your new home by visiting the Parade of Homes website at www.PARADEOFHOMESINFO.com.
The 2021 Parade of Homes features 90 models, 9 communities and 3 developments throughout Manatee and Sarasota counties. This year we also feature remodeling and custom home entries to give you more options. Our local region is a community that offers that unique Florida lifestyle to fit your personal needs and desires. The 2021 Parade of Homes is the best opportunity to get a firsthand view, touch and feel for your next NEW home.
The Florida lifestyle we all seek is available, along with a high quality of life right here in Manatee and Sarasota. The Building Industry Association and our members all share that vision and are proud to present the 2021 Parade of Homes. The Building Industry Association serves as an advocate for housing issues and partners with local and state government to ensure high standards of construction and development are met while incorporating sensitivity to the natural surroundings that reflect our commitment to enhancing our community’s quality of life.
Do NOT miss the opportunity to visit these amazing Model Homes, enjoy, have a great time and Welcome Home!
Chris Conley, President
Manatee-Sarasota Building Industry Association
2021 Manatee-Sarasota Building Industry Association Officers
President Chris Conley, Conley Buick GMC Subaru
Vice President Gregg Carlson, Lee Wetherington Homes
Treasurer Robert Close, Sherwin Williams
Secretary Jimmy Oriol, Toll Brothers Inc.
Immediate Past President Michael Neal, Neal Communities
Staff
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Builder Directors
John Carlson, Wharton-Smith
Joe Fontana, Taylor Morrison
Teresa Mast, Davin Group
Ed Suchora, M/I Homes
Ed Wilson, Heritage Builders of West Florida
Associate Directors
Mark Kowalski, Purmort & Martin Insurance
Peter Skokos, Norton, Hammersley, Lopez & Skokos, P.A.
Christy Simunovic, BB&T now Truist
Ray Turner, Turner Real Estate Network
