Association Staff

Executive Director
Jennifer Mancini

Serves as chief administrative officer, recommends and participates in formulation of new policies and makes decisions within the bounds of existing policies.

Jennifer Mancini is a veteran in the construction industry.  From 2015-2023 Jennifer worked in Business Development at Hypower, Inc. in Ft. Lauderdale, one of the largest electrical contractors in the southeastern United States.  Hypower’s clients include leading general contractors, public and private utilities, developers and institutions in the country.  During her time at Hypower, Jennifer also managed legislative affairs and served on both the Association of General Contractors (AGC) and Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) legislative committees.  For over 20 years, she has successfully lobbied legislators on behalf of the construction industry at the local, state, and national level.  Prior to her position at Hypower,  Jennifer was the Executive Director of the South Florida Chapter of the National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA) from 2002-2015.  NUCA is a non-profit trade association representing underground utility contractors, material and equipment suppliers and other industry stakeholders.   Jennifer received her B.A. in Political Science from Albion College (Albion, Michigan).

Director or Marketing & Communications
Responsible for planning, development and implementation of all of the association's marketing strategies, membership communications, and public relations activities. Manages and provides support materials and services for the HBA Membeship Commitee, Board of Directors and serves as the staff liason for the various HBA councils.  Works with the website manager to provide membership, council and event information.  Maintains membership database and the HBA's social network outlets.  Responsible for coordination, registration and implementation of all HBA external activities including the HBA Spring Golf Classic, General Membership Meetings as well as the Home & Product Expo.