BIA Events
The BIA holds numerous member and public events throughout the year. Do you have a suggestion for a BIA seminar? Send us your topic ideas.
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March
Membership Committee Meeting |
March 10, 2010 |
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3:30–4:30 PM This committee helps expand the BIA ranks, increase the rate of retention of existing members, and create a greater awareness of the benefits of membership and involvement in the Association. |
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Associates Council Meeting |
March 11, 2010 |
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8:15–9:15 AM This council serves as a focal point for communication between associate and builder members. It encourages associate members’ participation in the BIA by planning major events such as Networking Night. |
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Member Mixer & Chili Cook-off |
March 11, 2010 |
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 4:30–6:30 PM Turn Up the Heat! All members are Invited! Sponsored by: Free to attend - $5 per chili entry All members are encouraged to enter their chili recipe to be judged by a local chef or just come and see how many good cooks we actually have in our ranks. The rules are simple: There will be two winners: a Judge's Choice and a Members' Choice. So, dig out your family recipe and let's get cookin' Don't worry, we'll have other food for those of you who don't like chili. All members in attendance who have joined the BIA since September 2009 will be entered into a drawing for great prizes. Don't forget your Business Cards! |
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HomeQuest |
March 13, 2010–March 14, 2010 |
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12:00–6:00 PM Daily |
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Education Committee Meeting |
March 15, 2010 |
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11:30 AM–1:00 PM This committee coordinates the educational programming offered by the BIA and provides direction to recruit, educate and retain skilled employees for a career in the residential building industry. |
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Registered Builder Committee Meeting |
March 17, 2010 |
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12:00–1:00 PM For Committee Members Only. This committee ensures that BIA builder members meet and maintain eligibility requirements for participation in the Registered Builder program. It encourages builders to participate in the program and helps homebuyers understand the benefit of using a Registered Builder. |
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Green Building Initiative Committee Meeting |
March 18, 2010 |
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2:00–4:00 PM This group advances and promotes green building practices in residential construction in central Ohio and administers a voluntary certification program. |
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HomeQuest |
March 20, 2010–March 21, 2010 |
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12:00–6:00 PM Daily |
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Muddy Boots: Lead Training |
March 25, 2010 |
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 7:30–9:00 AM More information coming soon! |
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Kick Butt Columbus |
March 27, 2010 |
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HomeQuest |
March 27, 2010–March 28, 2010 |
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12:00–6:00 PM Daily |
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Board Of Trustees Meeting |
March 30, 2010 |
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3:00–5:00 PM For Board Members Only. The Board of Trustees of the BIA of Central Ohio is the governing body of the Association and directs its affairs in a customary manner in accordance with the bylaws. |
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April
Remodelors Council Meeting |
April 6, 2010 |
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3:00–4:00 PM This council works to further the education of remodelers, to refine techniques, influence regulatory changes and gain favorable visibility for remodelers. It also coordinates the annual Showcase of Remodeled Homes. There is an annual fee of $60 to join this council in addition to membership dues. |
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Sales And Marketing Council Meeting |
April 7, 2010 |
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11:30 AM–11:00 PM This council is geared to the interest of sales and marketing people, and everyone is welcome to join. This mini membership will keep you connected to the BIA, and you will receive a subscription to NAHB's Ideas magazine (a $60 value). SMC coordinates the annual awards program known as MAME (Marketing And Merchandising Excellence) and develops seminars for sales and marketing people. There is an annual fee of $75 to join this council in addition to membership dues. |
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Builders & Developers Council Meeting |
April 7, 2010 |
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3:30–5:00 PM This council handles issues impacting construction and land development in central Ohio. It strives to be interactive with city and state officials in eliminating barriers to affordable housing and the operation of the free market in the acquisition of developable land. It also deals with technical building issues including building codes, inspection problems, and code changes. |
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MAME Marketing Entries Due |
April 7, 2010 |
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 Entries are now being accepted for the 23rd Annual MAME Awards. Presented by the Sales & Marketing Council (SMC) of the Building Industry Association of Central Ohio, the MAME Awards were created to honor the top achievers in the new home industry. Sales and marketing award winners cross all BIA membership ranks and include Realtors, interior designers, architects, landscapers, suppliers, remodelers, builders and more! In an industry where marketing is becoming increasingly more important, this is the year to recognize the efforts everyone has put forth to make 2009 as successful as possible. You may submit an entry for any award for which you have created the design or had the design created for your use. Many awards have been expanded to include the best entry by Builder/Remodeler, Realtor and Associate. Deadlines
About the NotebooksYou can find the required entry materials for each category by downloading the Marketing Entry Instructions above. Each marketing entry must be submitted to the BIA in a three-ring binder. Please place each required item in a sheet protector, and put the sheets inside the binder. Enter Online - Refer to the Call for Entries PDF when entering online |
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Associates Council Meeting |
April 8, 2010 |
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8:15–9:15 AM This council serves as a focal point for communication between associate and builder members. It encourages associate members’ participation in the BIA by planning major events such as Networking Night. |
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Seminar: Mechanics Lien Law |
April 13, 2010 |
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 9:00–11:00 AM More information coming soon! |
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Next Generation Builders Meeting |
April 14, 2010 |
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9:30–10:30 AM This committee is designed for builders with less than 15 years experience, although all builder members are welcome to join. NGB conducts a Spring and Fall Lot Exchange each year as well as social and educational programs designed to help newer builders with their business. |
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Membership Committee Meeting |
April 14, 2010 |
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3:30–4:30 PM This committee helps expand the BIA ranks, increase the rate of retention of existing members, and create a greater awareness of the benefits of membership and involvement in the Association. |
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Education Committee Meeting |
April 19, 2010 |
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11:30 AM–1:00 PM This committee coordinates the educational programming offered by the BIA and provides direction to recruit, educate and retain skilled employees for a career in the residential building industry. |
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MAME Sales Entries Due |
April 19, 2010 |
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Entries are now being accepted for the 23rd Annual MAME Awards. REALTOR SALES CITATION Sales citations are offered to Realtors who have sold new homes with a total volume beginning at the one million dollar level and increasing in million dollar increments thereafter. If applicant is a Realtor/Builder, at least 50 percent of the sales volume, units or dollar amount must be for a builder’s product other than the applicant’s own. BUILDER SALES CITATIONS Sales citations are offered to Builder Sales Reps who have sold new homes with a total volume beginning at the one million dollar level and increasing in million dollar increments thereafter. These citations are grouped according to the number of company units built per year (as described below). When applying for a Builder Sales Citation, please circle the unit number category into which your company falls. Enter Online - refer to the Call for Entries PDF when entering online |
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Seminar: Facebook |
April 22, 2010 |
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8:30–10:30 AM More information coming soon! |
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General Meeting: Bowling Tournament |
April 27, 2010 |
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 4:30–6:30 PM More information coming soon! |
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May
Remodelors Council Meeting |
May 4, 2010 |
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3:00–4:00 This council works to further the education of remodelers, to refine techniques, influence regulatory changes and gain favorable visibility for remodelers. It also coordinates the annual Showcase of Remodeled Homes. There is an annual fee of $60 to join this council in addition to membership dues. |
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Sales And Marketing Council Meeting |
May 5, 2010 |
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11:30 AM–1:00 PM This council is geared to the interest of sales and marketing people, and everyone is welcome to join. This mini membership will keep you connected to the BIA, and you will receive a subscription to NAHB's Ideas magazine (a $60 value). SMC coordinates the annual awards program known as MAME (Marketing And Merchandising Excellence) and develops seminars for sales and marketing people. There is an annual fee of $75 to join this council in addition to membership dues. |
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Builders & Developers Council Meeting |
May 5, 2010 |
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3:30–5:00 PM This council handles issues impacting construction and land development in central Ohio. It strives to be interactive with city and state officials in eliminating barriers to affordable housing and the operation of the free market in the acquisition of developable land. It also deals with technical building issues including building codes, inspection problems, and code changes. |
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Professional Standards Committee Meeting |
May 6, 2010 |
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8:30–9:30 AM For Committee Members Only. This committee encourages quality construction and good customer service among members. It demonstrates the ability to act as a self-policing agency and to help develop favorable perceptions of home builders and remodelers. |
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Board Of Trustees Meeting |
May 11, 2010 |
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3:00–5:00 PM For Board Members Only. The Board of Trustees of the BIA of Central Ohio is the governing body of the Association and directs its affairs in a customary manner in accordance with the bylaws. |
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Muddy Boots: TBD |
May 12, 2010 |
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7:30–9:00 AM More information coming soon! |
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Showcase Of Remodeled Homes |
May 15, 2010–May 16, 2010 |
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MAME Awards Gala |
May 21, 2010 |
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6:00–10:00 PM More information coming soon! |
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Seminar: Safety |
May 25, 2010 |
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8:30–10:30 AM More information coming soon! |
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June
Sales And Marketing Council Meeting |
June 2, 2010 |
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11:30 AM–1:00 PM This council is geared to the interest of sales and marketing people, and everyone is welcome to join. This mini membership will keep you connected to the BIA, and you will receive a subscription to NAHB's Ideas magazine (a $60 value). SMC coordinates the annual awards program known as MAME (Marketing And Merchandising Excellence) and develops seminars for sales and marketing people. There is an annual fee of $75 to join this council in addition to membership dues. |
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Builders & Developers Council Meeting |
June 2, 2010 |
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3:30–5:00 PM This council handles issues impacting construction and land development in central Ohio. It strives to be interactive with city and state officials in eliminating barriers to affordable housing and the operation of the free market in the acquisition of developable land. It also deals with technical building issues including building codes, inspection problems, and code changes. |
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Membership Golf Outing |
June 7, 2010 |
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 More information coming soon! |
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Seminar: TBD |
June 16, 2010 |
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9:00–11:00 AM More information coming soon! |
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Board Of Trustees Meeting |
June 20, 2010 |
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3:00–5:00 PM For Board Members Only. The Board of Trustees of the BIA of Central Ohio is the governing body of the Association and directs its affairs in a customary manner in accordance with the bylaws. |
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Showcase Of Remodeled Homes Awards |
June 20, 2010 |
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4:00–6:00 PM More information coming soon! |
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July
Parade Of Homes Preview Party |
July 9, 2010–July 23, 2010 |
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 6:00–10:00 PM More information coming soon! |
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Parade Of Homes |
July 24, 2010–August 8, 2010 |
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Ackerly Park, New Albany These Builders are participating in the 2010 BIA Parade of Homes. Bob Webb Homes Kevin Knight & Co. M/I Homes, Inc. New England Homes & Garth's Auction Tuckerman Home Group, Inc., The Weaver Custom Homes, Inc. Zeppernick Custom Homes |
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August
Remodelors Council Meeting |
August 3, 2010 |
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3:00–4:00 PM This council works to further the education of remodelers, to refine techniques, influence regulatory changes and gain favorable visibility for remodelers. It also coordinates the annual Showcase of Remodeled Homes. There is an annual fee of $60 to join this council in addition to membership dues. |
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Sales And Marketing Council Meeting |
August 4, 2010 |
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11:30 AM–11:00 PM This council is geared to the interest of sales and marketing people, and everyone is welcome to join. This mini membership will keep you connected to the BIA, and you will receive a subscription to NAHB's Ideas magazine (a $60 value). SMC coordinates the annual awards program known as MAME (Marketing And Merchandising Excellence) and develops seminars for sales and marketing people. There is an annual fee of $75 to join this council in addition to membership dues. |
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Builders & Developers Council Meeting |
August 4, 2010 |
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3:30–5:00 PM This council handles issues impacting construction and land development in central Ohio. It strives to be interactive with city and state officials in eliminating barriers to affordable housing and the operation of the free market in the acquisition of developable land. It also deals with technical building issues including building codes, inspection problems, and code changes. |
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Professional Standards Committee Meeting |
August 5, 2010 |
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8:30–9:30 AM For Committee Members Only. This committee encourages quality construction and good customer service among members. It demonstrates the ability to act as a self-policing agency and to help develop favorable perceptions of home builders and remodelers. |
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Seminar: TBD |
August 10, 2010 |
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8:30–11:30 AM More information coming soon! |
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BIA Golf Classic |
August 16, 2010 |
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OSU Scarlet & Grey More information coming soon |
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Board Of Trustees Meeting |
August 24, 2010 |
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3:00–5:00 PM For Board Members Only. The Board of Trustees of the BIA of Central Ohio is the governing body of the Association and directs its affairs in a customary manner in accordance with the bylaws. |
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Summer Member Mixer & BBQ |
August 26, 2010 |
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4:30–6:30 PM More information coming soon! |
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September
Sales And Marketing Council Meeting |
September 1, 2010–September 10, 2010 |
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11:30 AM–1:00 PM This council is geared to the interest of sales and marketing people, and everyone is welcome to join. This mini membership will keep you connected to the BIA, and you will receive a subscription to NAHB's Ideas magazine (a $60 value). SMC coordinates the annual awards program known as MAME (Marketing And Merchandising Excellence) and develops seminars for sales and marketing people. There is an annual fee of $75 to join this council in addition to membership dues. |
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Builders & Developers Council Meeting |
September 1, 2010 |
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3:30–5:00 PM This council handles issues impacting construction and land development in central Ohio. It strives to be interactive with city and state officials in eliminating barriers to affordable housing and the operation of the free market in the acquisition of developable land. It also deals with technical building issues including building codes, inspection problems, and code changes. |
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Remodelors Council Meeting |
September 7, 2010 |
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3:00–4:00 PM This council works to further the education of remodelers, to refine techniques, influence regulatory changes and gain favorable visibility for remodelers. It also coordinates the annual Showcase of Remodeled Homes. There is an annual fee of $60 to join this council in addition to membership dues. |
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Muddy Boots: TBD |
September 23, 2010 |
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7:30–9:00 AM More information coming soon! |
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Seminar: TBD |
September 28, 2010 |
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8:30–10:30 AM More information coming soon! |
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October
Remodelors Council Meeting |
October 5, 2010 |
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3:00–4:00 PM This council works to further the education of remodelers, to refine techniques, influence regulatory changes and gain favorable visibility for remodelers. It also coordinates the annual Showcase of Remodeled Homes. There is an annual fee of $60 to join this council in addition to membership dues. |
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Builder Auction Golf Outing |
October 5, 2010 |
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Pinnacle More information coming soon! |
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Sales And Marketing Committee |
October 6, 2010 |
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11:30 AM–1:00 PM This council is geared to the interest of sales and marketing people, and everyone is welcome to join. This mini membership will keep you connected to the BIA, and you will receive a subscription to NAHB's Ideas magazine (a $60 value). SMC coordinates the annual awards program known as MAME (Marketing And Merchandising Excellence) and develops seminars for sales and marketing people. There is an annual fee of $75 to join this council in addition to membership dues. |
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Builders & Developers Council Meeting |
October 6, 2010 |
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3:30–5:00 PM This council handles issues impacting construction and land development in central Ohio. It strives to be interactive with city and state officials in eliminating barriers to affordable housing and the operation of the free market in the acquisition of developable land. It also deals with technical building issues including building codes, inspection problems, and code changes. |
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Seminar: TBD |
October 20, 2010 |
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8:30–10:30 AM More information coming soon! |
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Building Industry Awards Banquet |
October 27, 2010 |
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6:00–9:00 PM More information coming soon! |
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November
Remodelers Council Meeting |
November 2, 2010 |
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3:00–4:00 PM This council works to further the education of remodelers, to refine techniques, influence regulatory changes and gain favorable visibility for remodelers. It also coordinates the annual Showcase of Remodeled Homes. There is an annual fee of $60 to join this council in addition to membership dues. |
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Sales And Marketing Council Meeting |
November 3, 2010 |
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11:30 AM–1:00 PM This council is geared to the interest of sales and marketing people, and everyone is welcome to join. This mini membership will keep you connected to the BIA, and you will receive a subscription to NAHB's Ideas magazine (a $60 value). SMC coordinates the annual awards program known as MAME (Marketing And Merchandising Excellence) and develops seminars for sales and marketing people. There is an annual fee of $75 to join this council in addition to membership dues. |
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Builders & Developers Council Meeting |
November 3, 2010 |
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3:30–5:00 PM This council handles issues impacting construction and land development in central Ohio. It strives to be interactive with city and state officials in eliminating barriers to affordable housing and the operation of the free market in the acquisition of developable land. It also deals with technical building issues including building codes, inspection problems, and code changes. |
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Professional Standards Committee Meting |
November 4, 2010 |
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8:30–9:30 AM For Committee Members Only. This committee encourages quality construction and good customer service among members. It demonstrates the ability to act as a self-policing agency and to help develop favorable perceptions of home builders and remodelers. |
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Autumn Member Mixer |
November 4, 2010 |
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4:30–6:30 PM More information coming soon! |
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Muddy Boots: TBD |
November 11, 2010 |
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7:30–9:00 AM More information coming soon! |
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Board Of Trustees Meeting |
November 16, 2010 |
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3:00–5:00 PM For Board Members Only. The Board of Trustees of the BIA of Central Ohio is the governing body of the Association and directs its affairs in a customary manner in accordance with the bylaws. |
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Seminar: TBD |
November 17, 2010 |
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8:30–10:30 AM More information coming soon! |
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December
Sales And Marketing Council Meeting |
December 1, 2010 |
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11:30 AM–1:00 PM This council is geared to the interest of sales and marketing people, and everyone is welcome to join. This mini membership will keep you connected to the BIA, and you will receive a subscription to NAHB's Ideas magazine (a $60 value). SMC coordinates the annual awards program known as MAME (Marketing And Merchandising Excellence) and develops seminars for sales and marketing people. There is an annual fee of $75 to join this council in addition to membership dues. |
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Builders & Developers Council Meeting |
December 1, 2010 |
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3:30–5:00 PM This council handles issues impacting construction and land development in central Ohio. It strives to be interactive with city and state officials in eliminating barriers to affordable housing and the operation of the free market in the acquisition of developable land. It also deals with technical building issues including building codes, inspection problems, and code changes. |
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General Meeting: Inaugural Celebration |
December 3, 2010 |
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11:30 AM–2:00 PM More information coming soon! |
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Remodelors Council Meeting |
December 7, 2010 |
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3:00–4:00 PM This council works to further the education of remodelers, to refine techniques, influence regulatory changes and gain favorable visibility for remodelers. It also coordinates the annual Showcase of Remodeled Homes. There is an annual fee of $60 to join this council in addition to membership dues. |
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SMC Holiday Party |
December 7, 2010 |
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 3:00–7:00 PM More information coming soon! |
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Board Of Trustees Meeting |
December 14, 2010 |
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3:00–5:00 PM For Board Members Only. The Board of Trustees of the BIA of Central Ohio is the governing body of the Association and directs its affairs in a customary manner in accordance with the bylaws. |
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Seminar: Maximum Marketing For Minimal Money |
December 15, 2010 |
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8:30–11:30 AM More information coming soon! |
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