BIA membership and the Remodelors Council provide a professional setting to stay abreast of industry issues and to take continuing education classes. - Dave Pickenpaugh, Arris Construction Group

The BIA provides a great networking opportunity! - Michelle Cleveland, Artina Promotional Products

It is a great forum to listen and learn about what other members are experiencing in these tough economic times. - Tony Hudson, Brian Wiland & Associates

The relationships I’ve developed over my years as a member of this association have been invaluable. - Ann Misiolek, Chicago Title, Real Living Mortgage, Parksite & Suburban Steel Supply

Malcolm [Porter, BIA’s government affairs consultant] is a god. - Bill Acton, Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc.

BIA is not only a great organization, but the personal support I received when I lost my job was wonderful! - Laura Casella-Watson, The Cleary Company

Within the two years I’ve been a BIA member I’ve been able to establish some very meaningful and beneficial business contacts. - Jenny Coffey, The Columbus Dispatch

Being a member of the BIA is one of the best decisions I have made for my company. The relationships and friendships I have made have been invaluable to my company’s success. - Mark Braunsdorf, Compass Homes

Be a part of your industry and participate in committees. Now is the time to get more education. - Edd Dunlap, Compass Homes

Great organization! - Tom Kenison, Dave Fox Remodeling, Inc.

It’s a way to learn from others who learned from their mistakes and as members, they are willing to share with other members so they don’t make the same mistakes! - Henry DiYanni, DiYanni Homes

The association is very important to our business. - Charlie Driscoll, Edwards Land Company

The BIA provides us with educational opportunities and the ability to meet and work with quality people in the building industry. - Marc Gliatas, Gliatas Construction, Inc.

BIA membership has been invaluable to my business. - Pam Yost, Grand DesignGroup, Inc.

Very good for business growth. - Jeff Brown, J.S. Brown & Company

The BIA gives me the national information I need to stay competitive. - Travis Ketron, Ketron Custom Builders

The BIA offers great networking opportunities with an informative website and resource center. - Mark DelCol, M A DelCol, Inc.

Networking together to meet new people. - Lynn Chilelli, M.C. Steel & Crane Service, Inc.

The BIA functions give members a great opportunity to network. - Pam LaMonica, Marble & Granite Works

You get out what you put into it! - Bryon Woerner, Marble & Granite Works

The opportunity to talk with other remodelers, take classes offered and learn about industry changes. - Chuck Snyder, The Marburn Co.

The seminars offered through the BIA are helpful and informative. - Greg Marietti, Marietti Custom Builder

It is a great opportunity to meet new builders/prospects. - Dana Jackson, Moellering Industries

Educational opportunities, marketing our services and a sense of community involvement are three solid reasons the National City Mortgage team is involved with the BIA of Central Ohio. - Gary McNutt, PNC Mortgage

Wonderful networking opportunities! Enhances my business and it’s a lot of fun to boot! - Gary Anderson, Roush Honda

I look forward to working with this organization due to the gentleman retiring. - Brad Jolliff, Oberfield’s, Inc. Concrete Products

BIA is a great association. - Jeff Green, Printing Arts Press

BIA membership is the best business investment you can make. - Ron Landis, CGR, CAPS, R J Landis Design & Construction, Inc.

The BIA is a great networking opportunity for anyone looking to expand their business as well as build relationships with colleagues. - Chris Hebert, Real Living HER

I really appreciate the Remodelors Council and the Showcase of Remodeled Homes. - Todd Schmidt, Renovations Unlimited

Lobbying efforts at the statewide level insured my ability to continue to practice when the state board of architects tried to restrict home design to architects only. - Jim Wright, Residential Designed Solutions, Inc.

The BIA provides opportunities to stay in front of our current clients as well as potential clients. Our membership is truly valuable. - Xanath VanFrayen, Stewart Title

Invaluable! - Todd Erdy, Suburban Steel Supply Co., LLC

It’s great to see member customers at the meetings and to meet potential customers. - Steve Huddle, Superior Walls

In a few short months, I have been able to meet many people to network with through sponsorship opportunities and SMC lunch meetings. I love it! - Lisa Hardy, Wayne Homes

My active involvement in the Developers Council has allowed me to build relationships with several public officials in central Ohio and that has been very beneficial to my business. - Bill Westbrook, Westbrook Development Company

Great place to network! - Greg Szott, Westport Homes of Ohio, Inc.

Great way to learn about the industry standard and a way to meet great people. - Tia Kellner, Worly Plumbing Supply