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This is a conversational podcast about everything and anything to do with the housing industry. From home building and interior design to the legislation and economics behind the housing industry, Southern Utah Home Builders Association (SUHBA) and its association members are the experts in it all. SUHBA is a nonprofit legal entity for public and social benefit — NOT an entity that operates as a business aiming to generate a profit for its owners. SUHBA is #29 in the nation and the largest Home Builders Association in the state of Utah making it a thought leader in the housing industry.
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- 29: Expanding Housing Options - Removing The Red Tape: ADUs & R1 Zoning (w/ Carol Winner, St. George City) · 34 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 29On this episode of The Housing Advocate Podcast, our host Stacy Young sits down with Carol Winner, Community Planning Director for St. George City, to discuss recent changes…
- 28: Hard Hats, Heavy Burdens: The Reality Behind Construction's High Suicide Rates · 29 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 28We are joined by Scott Carlson of Utah Safe Company, and founder of Safes for a Cause to discuss the profession that is most at risk for mental health struggles: the construction…
- 27: A City in Demand: Mayor Hughes on St. George Boom · 29 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 27In this episode, St. George Mayor Jimmie Hughes shares what it’s like leading one of the fastest-growing cities in the region. From the surge of new residents during COVID to the…
- 26: Meet SUHBA's 2026 President, Ashlee Weller Preston · 24 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 26We’re joined by SUHBA’s 2026 President, Ashlee Weller Preston, of Sunterra Construction. Coming from a long line of builders, Ashlee discovered her passion for construction at a…
- 25: Land Use, Legislation & Utah's Housing Challenges (w/ Representative Neil Walter) · 44 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 25Utah is growing fast—and lawmakers like Representative Neil Walter play a crucial role in shaping the landscape. In this episode, Neil discusses his recent legislative work…
- 24: End of an Era: Ivins & Santa Clara Mayors Reflect on Years of Service, Utah's Housing Outlook · 41 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 24Stacy Young sits down with Mayor Chris Hart of Ivins and Mayor Rick Rosenberg of Santa Clara as they prepare to retire after many years of dedicated public service. Both leaders…
- 23: From Idea to Impact: Spotlight on Innovation Parade Home (w/ Skyler Stephens & Kaelen Gulbranson) · 1 t. 0 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 23In this episode of The Housing Advocate Podcast, host Stacy Young leads a discussion to introduce the new Spotlight on Innovation Parade Home category. Joining Stacy are two key…
- 22: Can City Councils and Builders Find Game-Changing Housing Solutions? (w/ Dannielle Larkin & Jordan Wall) · 1 t. 5 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 22In this episode of The Housing Advocate, we’re diving into the red-hot homebuilding market in Washington County, Utah. Join host Stacy Young as he talks with St. George City…
- 21: “Member Voices” Women in Construction (Amanda Pectol, Interstate Homes) · 32 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 21In this inspiring episode of The Housing Advocate’s “Member Voices” series, Host Stacy Young sits down with Amanda Pectol of Interstate Homes—a dedicated SUHBA member and a…
- 20: "Member Voices" Launching a Business at 20 Years Old (w/ Josh McCourt, IGOTPOOP.COM) · 24 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 20In this episode of The Housing Advocate’s new “Member Voices" series, Host Stacy Young sits down with Josh McCourt, the driving force behind IGOTPOOP.COM and an active member of…
- 19: Experience "Home Sweet...WOW" at the 2025 St. George Area Parade of Homes · 19 min.Today's episode of The Housing Advocate covers a very exciting annual event for SUHBA, the 2025 St. George Area Parade of Homes. Erik Sorenson sits down with Stacy Young on…
- 18: Getting to Know Shaun Sullivan, SUHBA's 2025 President · 25 min.Shaun Sullivan, the President of SUHBA, joins Stacy Young on today's episode of The Housing Advocate. Shaun reminisces about his early days in home-building, such as the first…
- 17: The Intricacies of Governing the Colorado River and Its Crucial Role in Utah's Water Supply · 31 min.Today's episode of The Housing Advocate features a keynote presentation from the Utah Building Industry Conference this past October. Amy Haas, the Executive Director of the…
- 16: Technology's Impact on the Future of Construction: Insights from Ross Ford · 44 min.Join Stacy on today's episode as he sits down with Ross Ford, executive director of the Utah Home Builders Association, to explore exciting advancements in the homebuilding…
- 15: Why Housing Matters When it Comes To Economic Development · 23 min.Darren Prince, the Executive Director of Economic Development for Washington County, joins Stacy Young on today's episode of The Housing Advocate. Darren discusses the…
- 14: How Jonah Joines Benefits From SUHBA's Scholarship Program · 12 min.Jonah Joines, a student at BYU and a SUHBA scholarship recipient, joins Stacy on today's episode to talk about his family's connection to SUHBA, the construction industry, and…
- 13: How Career Tech High School is Shaping the Future of Home Builders · 28 min.In this episode of The Housing Advocate, host Stacy Young talks with Dave Gardner, Director of Career and Technical Education at the Washington County School District. They…
- 12: Tips and Tricks for Navigating the Planning Process in St. George with Nathan Fisher · 29 min.In addition to being SUHBA's legal counsel, Nathan Fisher also serves as a planning commissioner for St. George, UT. Nathan joins Stacy on today's episode of The Housing Advocate…
- 11: Discussing The Utah Housing Crisis: A Panel with Utah’s Homebuilding Leaders · 29 min.In this episode, Stacy shares a panel discussion with several leaders in the Utah housing industry. They discuss the current challenges in the industry, such as the decreased…
- 10: Governor Cox Speaks at SUHBA Luncheon on a Plan to Build Affordable New Starter Homes · 18 min.In this episode, Utah Governor Spencer Cox discusses the challenge of housing affordability in Utah. Governor Cox stresses the need to increase the housing supply rather than…







