Once you have become a member you
can become a recruiter and take advantage of the
benefits of the SPIKE
program.
Recruiting new members to your
local association is an activity recognized and
rewarded through the NAHB Spike Club Program.
Those who participate are called Spikes and they are
among the most valued members of the association.
Member-to-member recruitment
and retention efforts are highly valued because of
the grassroots growth and stability they bring to
the association. These efforts lend to the
development of the general membership and our
leadership pipeline, keeping the face of our
association true to that of our industry and the
wide scope of interests we represent.
Spikes are the membership
leaders of our federation, building the voice,
power, and influence on every level, in every state!
Spike Club Q & A
What are the benefits of
becoming a Spike?
The real benefits are
intangible -- you will be recognized for your
contributions to the association and regarded as an
accomplished and connected member. Additionally,
Spikes receive:
A coveted invitation to
the biggest party of the year, the Spike
Party/Directors Reception*
Increased visibility,
recognition, and networking opportunities at
industry events
Unique and valuable
rewards for each level of achievement, including
lapel pins, plaques, trophies, wearables,
jewelry, and more
Additional VIP
treatment throughout the year
*Invitations are sent only
to eligible Spikes who have at least 6
credits and one new member recruitment credit
between January 1 and October 31. The recruitment
credit may be composed of one full credit received
when a new Builder or Associate member is recruited
or two ½ credits received when Affiliate or
Council Council members are recruited.
How do I become a Spike?
Before becoming a Spike, you are a Spike candidate.
That means you have earned between one and five
Spike credits. Once you earn your sixth Spike
credit, you become an official NAHB Spike!* Spike
credits are earned by recruiting and retaining NAHB
and Council members.
To retain your status as a
Spike you must earn a minimum of one Spike credit
(new or retention) each year until you reach a total
of 25 credits, at which point you are elevated to
Life Spike status.
*Providing you have earned
those six credits within two consecutive membership
years.
How do I earn Spike
credits?
Members earn one Spike credit for each new member
they sponsor. When that member renews after his or
her first year of membership the sponsoring member
automatically gets one retention credit. Every year
the member renews thereafter, the sponsoring member
will receive a ½ renewal credit.
For Affiliate members, Spikes
receive a ½ credit for recruitment and a ½ credit
for their renewal.
Note: Double Spike credits are
awarded during the month of National Membership Day.
Will I earn Spike credits
for recruiting and retaining members into a Council?
Yes, when a new Council membership is
activated the
recruiter earns a ½ credit, and when that member
renews his or her council membership, the
sponsor earns ¼ retention credit. Click here for
information about how to report Council Spike
credits.
How can I get a ticket to
the Spike party?
You must be a Spike in good standing as of October
31 (having at least 6 credits) and you must have
earned at least one new member credit. The new
member credit can be 1 full credit earned when a new
Builder or Associate member is recruited, or
two ½ credits when an Affiliate or Council member is
recruited.
During events such as the
International Builders’ Show and all NAHB Board of
Directors meetings, the colored ribbons on your name
badge will show off your Spike status as a proud
accomplishment among your peers. Your local
association may also have these ribbons at their
industry events.
Sign up to receive The
Membership Minute and have 60 seconds of
member-recruiting tips e-mailed to you weekly! To
opt in, e-mail
membership@nahb.com
Go to
www.NAHB.org and type Spike into the
search engine to view these prizes
Additional
membership benefits info:
