He was the past president of the Howard County Home Builders Association, of which he is a current board member. VanNatter currently serves on the Executive Committee for the Indiana Builders Association, The Board of Directors for National Association of Home Builders. He is also a past member of the Howard County Plan Commission. VanNatter and his family are members of the Faith Church of Christ in Burlington.

As a small business owner and local employer, VanNatter understands the struggles facing the economy and the fiscal responsibility that Indiana must continue to maintain. As a homebuilder, he realizes the need for safe and affordable housing because it helps boost economic growth. VanNatter is devoted to playing an active role in economic development, working with all interested parties to bring new jobs and retaining the ones that exist in District 38.