Robert H. Pofahl – CEO
Bob Pofahl has been involved in real estate for more than 40 years as a developer and builder. Bob and his associates have developed, designed and built over $6 Billion in projects in the U.S. and Mexico. Beginning with family-owned real estate projects in the 60’s, Bob moved to work for a leading design/build contractor while attending the University of Texas at El Paso. He formed his own construction development business in 1971 and, with his associates, went on to build and develop in major U.S. markets serving a broad range of national clients.
Prior to forming Community Builders International (CBI), Bob and his associates built a nationally recognized construction company, integrated into subsidiaries, which provided real estate development and construction services encompassing architecture, engineering, construction, development, property management, financing and real estate securities. Read More about Bob Pofahl…
Karen Pofahl – Managing Partner
Karen Pofahl oversees the vertical construction projects for CBI and the Picacho Mountain development. Her major focus over the past two years has been to coordinate the design and contract management for the Willows at Picacho Mountain patio home project. Additionally, Karen is working with architects to design the next phase of vertical development, The Oaks at Picacho Mountain town homes.
Karen is President and Executive Director of Community Resource International (CRI), a non profit community development organization committed to working with communities, homeowner associations and developers to empower residents to create better neighborhoods. In addition to CRI, Karen has been Director of King’s Kids El Paso, a youth program training and releasing young people to practically apply and share their faith and skills through service to their communities and beyond. Karen also directed the King’s Kids program in Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean for five years. A major focus was leading youth and adults in community projects such as building homes, orphanages and schools for people in need. After graduating from the University of Texas at El Paso, Karen began her career as an escrow officer for First American Title Company. During that time she has assisted in the organization and management of construction and development companies owned and operated by the family trust. Karen handles administrative, legal, and accounting oversight for CBI and its subsidiaries, including Picacho Mountain.
Tiffany Etterling – Marketing Consultant
Tiffany Etterling assist CBI in the coordination of corporate sales marketing strategies and materials. Tiffany supervises CBI’s outside consultants in media, web optimization, social media and ad campaigns. Our team of consultants includes Cliffdwellers Productions, and other local and national media outlets and consulting firms. Her marketing experience includes a wide variety of industries including real estate, automotive, medical and corporate training. Tiffany has extensive experience in the development and execution of marketing materials, strategies and concepts for both for-profit and non-profit organizations.
Tiffany owns and operates a private marketing firm. Her past portfolio includes serving as the creative director for one of the largest RV dealers in the United States. Her academic accomplishments include B.A. in Communications and Graphic Design and an M.A. in Journalism. Tiffany brings a wealth of experience, skill and enthusiasm to the CBI team.