Celebrating National Volunteer Week: Building Communities Through Service at Montana Heritage Home Builders

Celebrating National Volunteer Week: Building Communities Through Service at Montana Heritage Home Builders

Introduction: Our Culture of Giving Back

This week, as we celebrate National Volunteer Week, Montana Heritage Home Builders proudly shines a light on the spirit of service that deeply permeates our company culture. For us, building exceptional homes in Northwest Montana goes hand-in-hand with a commitment to strengthening the communities we serve. This dedication is powerfully exemplified by the unwavering volunteerism of our founder, Allen Ream, and his son, Nicolas Ream, whose extensive involvement and leadership both within the building industry and the wider community embody the true meaning of giving back.

Allen Ream: A Legacy of Leadership and Service in the Building Industry

Our founder, Allen Ream, embodies this spirit through his extensive volunteer leadership within the building industry. Allen serves on the Board of Directors and the Executive Board of the Montana Building Industry Association, and he has previously dedicated his time to multiple terms on the Board of Directors of the Flathead Building Association, serving as Past President for both organizations. His dedication and impact have been recognized by his peers, as Allen was named Flathead Building Association Builder of the Year in 2020 and Montana Building Industry Association Builder of the Year in 2021.

Allen Ream’s National and Broader Community Contributions

His commitment reaches the national level through his service on the Leadership Council of the National Association of Home Builders, and he will soon take on the significant role of the National Association of Home Builders State Representative for Montana. His active participation on the National Association of Home Builders Custom Home Builders Committee, along with his involvement in numerous committees, subcommittees, and working groups across the local, state, and national levels, showcases a profound commitment to shaping and advancing the building profession. We are incredibly proud of Allen’s dedication and his service to both our industry and our country as a Veteran of the United States Coast Guard. Beyond his significant contributions to the building industry, Allen also volunteers his time with the elderly and Veterans and mentors college students from the University of Denver National Association of Home Builders Student Chapter. Allen has also held several other leadership positions within the National Association of Home Builders, the Montana Building Industry Association, and the Flathead Building Association, and has received several other awards recognizing his significant contributions and leadership.

Nicolas Ream: Continuing the Commitment to Industry Leadership

This spirit of service extends to the next generation at Montana Heritage Home Builders. Nicolas Ream also demonstrates a strong commitment to volunteerism, serving on the Board of Directors of the Montana Building Industry Association and having previously served on the Board of Directors of the Flathead Building Association. Like Allen, Nicolas is actively involved at the national level, serving on the Leadership Council of the National Association of Home Builders. He further contributes his expertise as the Second Vice Chairman of the National Association of Home Builders Education Committee, and as a member of the Board of Trustees and Vice Chairman of the National Association of Home Builders National Sales and Marketing Council Board of Trustees. Nicolas also dedicates his time to numerous committees, subcommittees, and working groups within the local, state, and national building associations.

Nicolas Ream: Shaping the Future of the Building Profession

Nicolas currently serves as the Chair of the National Association of Home Builders Young Professionals Committee’s Online Engagement Growth Hub and chairs the National Association of Home Builders Joint Council Editorial Advisory Group. He is Past Chair of the Flathead Building Association Government Affairs Committee and Chair of the Montana Building Industry Association Membership, Education, and Research Committee. Nicolas is also Past Chair of the National Association of Home Builders National Sales and Marketing Council’s Professional Development Subcommittee.

Nicolas Ream: National Recognition for Leadership and Expertise

Recognizing his leadership and impact among his peers, Nicolas received the National Association of Home Builders Young Professional – Rise to the Challenge Award in 2022. He was also recognized as a National Association of Home Builders Young Professional Award Region E Finalist in 2023, and in 2024, he was a Finalist and ultimately the Winner of the National Association of Home Builders Young Professional Award for Region E. Further demonstrating his expertise and leadership, Nicolas was honored as the National Association of Home Builders Green Professional Designee of the Year in 2021 and the National Association of Home Builders Sales and Marketing Designee of the Year in 2022. Demonstrating his commitment to continuous growth, Nicolas also participated in the inaugural National Association of Home Builders Leadership Academy and the National Association of Home Builders Leadership Orientation.

Nicolas Ream: Community Involvement and Recognition

Beyond the building industry, Nicolas is deeply involved in the local community, serving on the Board of Directors of the Columbia Falls Area Chamber of Commerce, contributing to his alma mater through his service on the Board of Directors of the UM Greek Alumni LTD / UM Greek Task Force, and engaging in local civic affairs as the Vice President, Program Director, and a member of the Board of Directors of the Glacier Country Pachyderm Club. As a member of the Knights of Columbus, Nicolas also dedicates many Saturday mornings to chopping firewood for those in need. In 2023, Nicolas and Montana Heritage Home Builders were recognized as #2 Best Volunteer in the Best of Columbia Falls to Essex awards, followed by an Honorable Mention in 2024. Like Allen, Nicolas has also held numerous other leadership positions within the National Association of Home Builders, the Montana Building Industry Association, and the Flathead Building Association, and has received several other awards recognizing his significant contributions and leadership.

Conclusion: A Foundation Built on Service

The dedication of Allen and Nicolas Ream represents just a part of the giving spirit at Montana Heritage Home Builders. As a company deeply rooted in the values of community and service, we believe in contributing our time and talents to make a positive impact. During this National Volunteer Week, we extend our sincere gratitude to all volunteers who tirelessly work to build stronger, more vibrant communities, and we remain inspired by the profound difference that collective action can make.