Stay Updated: BIA Advocate, Jim Hilz's BlogDeadline to Apply for Lead Paint Rule Training Coming Up
Remodelers and other contractors have until September 30 to get their companies certified and to sign up for the training required to comply with the US EPA's Lead: Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule. Read More »
Attention Women or Those Who Know Women...
WE NEED YOUR INPUT! The BIA is considering forming a local chapter of the Professional Women in Building Council. The purpose of this organization is to support the professional development of women in the homebuilding industry. In order to form this council, we need your feedback. Please take just a few moments to complete THIS SURVEY.
Enter a FREE Awards Program
Building Industry Awards Entries Due Fri, Sept 24: Register Online - View PDF
 Enter to win a very prestigious and marketable award for your company! The Building Industry Awards recognizes member achievements and accomplishments from 2009. There is NO COST to submit entries. The 6th annual awards ceremony will be held on Wed, Oct 27.
Hear Robert Schottenstein Speak at General Meeting
BIA Profit By Association General Meeting: The Future of Suburban Housing: Register Online - View PDF
Wed, Sept 29 - 11:30 am - 1:00 pm - Bridgewater Conference Center - $30
 Sponsored by the 2010 BIA Millennium Club, the General Meeting will feature special guest speaker Robert Schottenstein of M/I Homes. He will discuss the future of suburban residential housing as well as Columbus2020!, the new regional economic development initiative lead by The Columbus Partnership.
Ohio Design Professionals/Code Analysts Training Classes
The Ohio Design Professionals and Code Analysts (ODPCA) is conducting a comprehensive 9-week course covering the 2006 IBC and 2007 OBC updates with the most highly referenced OBC chapters. In addition, the first session will cover the 2009 IBC updates so that attendees are aware of and can anticipate changes which may occur in the next revisions of the Ohio Building Code. For more information and to register, click HERE.
Save the Dates: Upcoming Seminars & Events from the BIA
Tues, Oct 5 - 11:00 am - BIA Profit By A$$ociation Golf Outing
Associates can bid on BIA builders in order to win a round of golf with them at Pinnacle Golf Club in Grove City. Watch your inbox for bidding information coming soon!
Thurs, Oct 14 - 7:30 - 9:00 am - Muddy Boots: Properly Install Doors & Windows
Presenter: Danny Brown, Parksite. A hands-on look at the proper installation of doors and windows. Builder members only please.
Wed, Oct 20 - 8:30 - 10:30 am - Home Inspection
Presenter: Tony Mangini, Commercial & Home Inspection Services. What are home inspectors looking for?
Thurs, Nov 11 - 8:30 - 11:30 am - Universal Design
Presenter: Rosemarie Rossetti, Rossetti Enterprises. Perfect for builders, remodelers, Realtors and anyone who wants to know how it works. As an added bonus, take a tour of the Universal Design Living Laboratory after the seminar.
Wed, Dec 15 - 8:30 - 11:30 am - Maximum Marketing for Minimal Money
Presenter: Milligan Communications. Make the most of your marketing dollars. This seminar will cover multiple aspects of a marketing plan including search engine optimization (SEO) and social media.
- AEP Ohio and Columbia Gas of Ohio: Free Seminar on September 21
- P&D Builders Receives American Residential Design Award
Safety Services Expectations of the BWC
Read this letter to learn more.
Connect your Staff to the BIA for Only $150
Once you have a primary membership, additional people from your company can join the BIA for only $150. This is a low-cost way to connect key people from your company to the association. Contact Linda Winrod for more information, (614) 818-1397.
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