International Hope Builders

Harold is the consummate professional in the construction arena. For 40 years he has been the principal contractor of his company, Rocky Mountain Construction Specialties, tackling larger projects such as churches, medical office complexes, commercial centers, as well as custom homes.

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Since its formation in 2010, Harold has insisted that every building project completed under the IHB banner be built to the highest standard possible.  As President of International Hope Builders, Harold works tirelessly to establish IHB as an effective force in the battle against human suffering and homelessness in the most resource‐starved parts of the world.

Charles brings 44 years of experience in telecommunications (AT&T), commercial construction, and small business ownership, holding management positions in engineering, finance, planning, and field operations.

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Having been invited in 2015 to participate in constructing homes in Honduras, the tremendous need for basic shelter became evident. Once exposed to the plight of the Honduran people, it was imperative to do all one could to alleviate the suffering of human lives.

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Charles joined the board in 2017 and currently serves as Vice President.
Charles resides in Olathe, KS with his wife Vicki, 2 boys and their spouses, and 4 grandchildren. One of their greatest joys is seeing their family involved in various humanitarian efforts, both locally and internationally.

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Lana considers it a great honor to be co-founder and Secretary of the IHB board. She brings a wealth of experience in business management and accounting to the organization.
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Lana takes immense joy in bringing hope to others by introducing Americans to Honduras so they may experience the life-changing lessons we receive when we give our time, talents and treasures. Through those life experiences, others share the joy of providing humanitarian relief with basic shelter, medical facilities and schools to those who urgently need them.

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She continues to feel humbled by the generous people that come alongside IHB in support of our mission in Honduras.

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“There is nothing in my life more meaningful than serving others”

Dan is the founder and president of commercial painting and property management ventures, bringing 40 years of field and management experience to the board. Dan’s interest in IHB began with his personal friendship with the founders, Harold and Lana.

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After multiple trips to Honduras, where he was part of a team that provided shelter to families in the most desperate circumstances, he accepted a position on the board as a chaplain and was in support roles for other disciplines of the organization.
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Dan is a licensed minister and serves, with his wife Debbie, as co-directors of the marriage and counseling ministry at Antioch Church in Overland Park, KS. They are blessed with 2 grown children, their spouses, 5 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren.

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Garry retired as Quality Assurance and Environmental Manager with Del Monte Foods, Inc after 36 years of service.  He has 34 years’ of experience developing quality policies and procedures, ensuring environmental compliance, and working with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.  He is also certified by the state of Indiana in drinking water and industrial wastewater treatment. Additionally, he has 39 years of experience in residential construction and has been privileged to use this experience on construction projects in Haiti, Honduras, and the US.

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Garry became interested in IHB after being invited to join them on a construction project in 2015 to build homes for families in extreme poverty.  The experience left Garry feeling Gods call on his life to dedicate his skills to improving the lives and living conditions of those less fortunate.  Garry was invited to join the IHB board in 2017.

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Garry currently serves as vice chairman on his local church board of administration and a member of the finance and missions committees.

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Garry and his wife Marcia live in Plymouth, IN and are blessed with two sons, their beautiful wives, and 8 grandchildren.