b'its also about connection. During those C OV E R P R O F I L E three weekends, we welcome around 2,500 guests into our homes. We answer questions, hear honest feedback, and have conversations that often turn into something more. Some lead to projects. Others remind us how lucky we are to do what we do.Christian Nave is our Vice President and This year, were proud to open two homes,Chief Operating Officer, overseeing the each one a reflection of our values andfinancial and operational side of the the kind of living we believe in. One isbusiness. Hes the numbers guybuilding peaceful and personal. The other, boldsmart, transparent budgets and helping and elevated. Together, they tell a storyclients stay on track. Christian keeps our about our past, present, and future. process sharp and our goals in sight.The Sanctuary, in Jefferson Park, is theTaylor Cline leads our design and client personal home of Taylor Cline, our Chiefexperience efforts as Chief Innovation Innovation Officer and head of our DesignOfficer and head of our Design Division. Division. Its a quiet, intentional spaceShe brings creativity, elevated style, and that reflects how real families live today.a natural way with peoplequalities The home showcases our full design-buildthat show up in every home. She leads a Intention, Creativity andprocess, from layout and design by MSHtalented team that ensures each project Pride: The Past, Present,Designs to selections, furnishings, andfeels personal and polished.styling by MSH Interiors. Its personal, and and Future of Mikea clear example of whats possible whenAs our company grows, our approach Stevens Homes every detail is handled under one roof. hasnt changed. Every home still receives the same attention to detail, personalWhere the Sky Begins, our second home, iscare, and purpose that shaped this Over 30 years ago, I built my first homein the Northshore Town Center and markscompany from the beginning. At thefor the Parade of Homes: a single-sitethe final chapter in a project thats definedsame time, we continue to push forward event in South Knoxville where a fewnearly 20 years of our work. We didnt justwith deeper design, innovative processes, builders each showcased a house in thebuild here. We helped turn a bold visionand thoughtful touches that enhancesame neighborhood. Guests paid teninto one of Knoxvilles most walkable,the experience.dollars to walk through. It was a smallerdesirable places to live. This rooftop loft event, but it still carried weight: a rareis a fitting finale: modern, elevated, andIf you stop by one of our homes during the opportunity to show your talent to thebuilt with intention. It features an elevator,Parade, we hope youll say hello. Whether community and connect with people. rooftop kitchen, private sky spa, andits your first time or youve followed our panoramic views of the Town Center andwork for years, were always glad to talk, Since then, Ive watched the ParadeSmoky Mountains. Its designed for ease,listen, and share what we lovecreating evolve into what it is today: an evententertaining, and comfort. spaces that feel like home.spanning Knox and the surrounding counties, featuring homes of all styles,While Im still involved in the day-to-day, sizes, and price points. I was Paradeits been meaningful to see new leadershipMike StevensChair when that shift happened, andstep into their roles in recent years. Owner and Chief Executive OfficerIve stayed connected ever since: asMike Stevens Homesa builder, past president of the HomeKen Bowman serves as President and plays Builders Association, and someone whoa key role in keeping our field operations believes deeply in what this event meansrunning to the standards weve built to our industry and community. this company on. He works closely with homeowners, trade partners, and vendors The Parade has never been just aboutto keep every job on schedule, on budget, homes. Its about builders showingand on brandmeaning done right, and whats possiblenot just with designdone with care. He also leads and trains and finishes, but with intention, creativity,our superintendents, helping them grow and pride. For us at Mike Stevens Homes,while holding the line on quality.14 ONLY TRUST HBAGK MEMBERS'