Three Reasons Your Children Should Play Sports

Eric Hymowitz is the owner and president of ROC Homes, a new home construction company based in Houston, Texas. When he isn’t working, Eric Hymowitz enjoys spending time with his family and attending his children’s activities and sporting events.

Children might sign up for a sport because it seems fun or so they can spend more time with their friends, but there are several benefits to your child engaging in sports. Some include:

1. Improved Social skills
Playing sports allows children to interact with others and encourages them to make friends. They can develop social skills like improved communication and learn to work with teams. Sports can assist in building their confidence and teaching the value of friendly competition and good sportsmanship.

2. Discipline
When they engage in sports, children learn to follow the rules, apply restraint and adhere to a structure. They develop an increased focus and understand the importance of discipline.

3. Physical benefits
The physical benefits of playing sports as a child are numerous. Engaging in sports allows children to get plenty of exercise; it boosts their endurance and improves overall fitness and health. It can lower the risk of obesity and encourage bones’ healthy growth.

How Clients of ROC Homes Benefit from Using Design Studio

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Based in Houston, Texas, Eric Hymowitz holds a bachelor of science degree in management from Tulane University and has served as the president of ROC Homes, Inc. since 2002. Under the direction of Eric Hymowitz, the company provides clients with an extraordinary home buying and building experience.

ROC Homes offers clients a range of support during the home building process, including providing them with access to the company’s Design Studio. The ROC Homes Design Studio is located next to the company’s corporate offices and provides a place for homebuyers to learn about and interact with thousands of potential items for use in their home, by experiencing them in reality. Clients who conceptualize their home in the design studio prior to commencing the home building process benefit from saving time and making informed decisions.

While visiting the Design Studio, clients are encouraged to bring along photos of their dream home to seek advice and guidance from the company’s experienced in-house designer. An inspirational photo album is also present in the Design Studio and intended to provide clients with valuable insight into the latest home features, trends, and additions.

Non-Profit Organization Helps Teens With Cancer Smile

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Eric Hymowitz graduated from Tulane University with a bachelor’s degree focusing on business management and pursued a career in construction, founding ROC Homes in Houston, Texas in 2002. Along with his passion for construction and real estate, Eric Hymowitz cares greatly about giving back. One charity he has supported is Sunshine Kids.

Sunshine Kids is a non-profit organization that was founded almost 40 years ago, in 1984, with the goal of helping children and teens who have been diagnosed with cancer. It accomplishes this mission by partnering with local people and businesses to host group activities and provide emotional support for these children.

In February 2020, the Sunshine Kids Foundation held its annual trip, sending over a dozen teens to New Orleans in order to experience the excitement of Mardi Gras. These teens, many of whom are inpatient during treatment, were able to get out of the hospital and have some fun during the most popular time of year to visit the Big Easy. The trip kept the teens in the city for a week, and they were able to visit Mardi Gras World and take part in a parade.

The Greater Houston Builders Association’s Prism Awards

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Eric Hymowitz has served as the founding president of ROC Homes in Houston for over 19 years. Alongside his leadership of his company, Eric Hymowitz maintains membership in the Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA), which has awarded ROC Homes several Houston’s Best Prism Awards.

Presented by the GHBA Sales and Marketing Council, the Houston’s Best Prism Awards highlight the work of outstanding construction industry professionals and companies. Each year, GHBA bestows the honors at a gala attended by construction leaders from throughout the Houston area.

Eligibility for the Prism Awards is reserved for GHBA members in good standing. The more than 100 award categories cover contractors, products, and promotions. Award recipients include sales and marketing professionals, mortgage specialists, developers, remodelers, and, of course, builders.

Home builders can receive Prism Awards for their design and construction of both interior and exterior living spaces. GHBA also hands out Grand Prism Awards, which are presented to construction professionals and companies that qualify for multiple awards in the entry categories. To learn more about the annual awards, please visit http://www.ghba.org/prismawards.

An Overview of the Most Popular Board Games

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Eric Hymowitz has served as president and owner of ROC Homes in Houston, Texas, since 2002. When he is not overseeing daily operations of the home builder, Eric Hymowitz enjoys spending time with his family and playing board games.

As of 2020, chess stands as one the most popular board games in the world, with approximately 3 million games sold annually in the United States. By 2022, the chess market in North America is expected to pass $40 million, with a number of additional global markets surpassing $10 million. It helps that the game is one of the oldest in existence, with a history extending back to around the year 1200. Similarly, both backgammon and checkers were played as far back as 3,000 BC, and continue to rank among the best-selling games worldwide.

Monopoly, a relatively modern board game, is another big seller. First published by Parker Brothers in 1934, early sales quickly reached 35,000 copies per week. By 2011, total sales had approached the 275 million unit mark.

Other popular board games include Scrabble and Clue, both of which have sold about 150 million units, and Trivial Pursuit, a game that has grossed $2 billion since its debut in 1981.

An Overview of ROC Homes Award Wins

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Eric Hymowitz studied business management at Tulane University. He has spent 18 years as president and owner of ROC Homes in Houston, Texas. In this position, Eric Hymowitz manages all activities of the award-winning home construction company.

ROC Homes has garnered a number of industry accolades over the last two decades, particularly in recognition of the company’s unique 1st Floor Lifestyle approach to home design. The company has been especially successful with the Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) and the Texas Association of Builders (TAB) STAR AWARDS.

ROC Homes has been a staple at the Houston’s Best Prism Awards in recent years, receiving five nominations in 2018 alone. The event, supported by GHBA, saw ROC take home awards for Best Custom Garden/Patio Home and Design Center Associate of the Year in the Custom Builder category. Dating back to 2012, the company has garnered 20 nominations and seven wins, including multiple wins for Design Associate of the Year. Other accolades include Patio Home of the Year in 2013 and Jennifer Moore being named On Site Sales Person of the Year in 2012.

To learn more about ROC Homes awards, or how the company can provide support on a new home project, please visit http://www.roc-homes.com.

20 Clubs with the National Association of Home Builders

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The president of Houston homebuilder ROC Homes for more than 18 years, Eric Hymowitz has led the firm in constructing high-quality homes at accessible price points. Eric Hymowitz maintains membership in the Builder 20 group associated with the National Association of Home Builders.

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) 20 Clubs invite builders and construction professionals from non-competing markets to connect several times a year in order to share insights and expertise. Rather than networking with competitors, builders can bounce ideas off fellow professionals who can offer objective and impartial feedback.

In addition to attending several formal meetings a year, 20 Club members cultivate ongoing camaraderie through phone conversations and emails that inform the development of business, marketing, and strategic plans for their companies. The NAHB 20 Club program is the only industry-related initiative that connects CEOs with CEOs, presidents with presidents, and so on. Because all members come from different markets and sign confidentiality agreements, they are able to freely share insights and ideas.

ROC Homes Partners with Respected Brands to Outfit Smart Homes

The president of ROC Homes for the past 18 years, Eric Hymowitz oversees the construction of high-quality homes in Houston’s Inner Loop area. Eric Hymowitz draws on more than 25 years of experience to bring innovation to his role with the company, which partners with respected brands to build smart and innovative homes.

Committed to implementing smart living solutions into its home designs, ROC Homes partners with respected companies to outfit its homes with appliances and other amenities. More than ever, homeowners want homes with built-in devices that automate tasks from climate control to entertainment. ROC Homes leans on principles of reliability and smart design in its partnership with Bose to incorporate state-of-the-art audio products into its homes.

Additionally, ROC Homes installs smart Whirlpool appliances, all made in the USA and with the lowest number of service calls of any appliance manufacturer, Moen plumbing fixtures, all of which carry a lifetime guarantee, and programmable Honeywell thermostats.

GHBA Opens Applications For Annual Scholarships

As president of ROC Homes, an award-winning construction firm he established in 2002, Eric Hymowitz holds several decades of experience in the industry. During this time, Eric Hymowitz has been involved with various organizations, such as the Greater Houston Builder’s Association (GHBA), which aims to advance the interests of construction professionals across the city.

Alongside its advocacy work, the organization looks to assist its members financially and has recently called for submissions for its annual Scholarship Program, which is presented by GHBA’s Associate Council. The initiative, which uses donations to help members’ children pursue a college degree, is open to any members with a child either currently enrolled in university or high school.

Tax-deductible donations from members are also welcome, with all proceeds going directly to those pursuing a degree. Applications for this year’s GHBA Scholarship Program will remain open until May 1, with the organization accepting them through its website.