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President Message

Government Affairs

Networking and Education Opportunities

New Members

Thank You For Renewing

Member Spotlight

BIA Member Discounts

Advertise With Us

2012 Board of Directors

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August 2011

A Message From Your BIA/OC President

Bill Watt
Baywood Development

Are you following BIA on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn? What are you waiting for? The bus has left the station and if you’re not on board, you’re missing out on everything!

Increased visibility – all BIA members and sponsors are acknowledged via social media when you post relevant, industry-related news, articles, press releases and events.

@biaoc has over 750 Twitter followers – see what all the twitter is about now.
You like us, you really LIKE us! Fans join the BIAOC exclusive group on both Facebook and Linkedin and you’ll really be part of the social network that is here to support you and your membership today.

And, if you’re still not convinced, be sure to register for the September 13th Joint Orange & Riverside County Dinner Meeting, where speakers will be showcasing "Technology in the Home of the Future" – and we promise you will walk away with the appropriate tech aps on your phone by the end of dinner!

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Government Affairs

BIA/OC Endorses Todd Spitzer for the 2012 Orange County Board of Supervisors Third District

We are pleased to announce the Board of Director's endorsement of Todd Spitzer for Orange County Board of Supervisors Third District seat. Todd previously served as a California Assemblyman, County Supervisor, and Assistant District Attorney. In these offices, Todd has been an advocate for the building industry and economic development. Members can personally endorse Todd by visiting his web site (www.toddspitzer.org).

Networking and Educational Opportunities

Tuesday, September 13th
BIA/Orange & Riverside County Chapters Present a Joint General Membership Dinner Meeting:
"Technology in the Home of the Future"
5:30 – 8:00pm Anaheim Hills Golf Club
Register now for an interactive discussion and demonstration of the increasing need for new technology in the home and its potential impact. Register online or call 949.224.0321. Learn More >>

Wednesday, September 14th
BIA/OC Government Affairs Committee Presents:
"MS4 Permit Workshop"
9:00am – 4:00pm Fullerton Public Library
Save-the-date for this informative workshop. Guest speakers to be announced soon. For more information, please call 949.224.0321. Learn More >>

Thursday, September 22nd
BIA/OC Urban Infill Committee Presents:
"OC Multi-Family Builder BOOM! "
8:00am - 10:30 am Irvine City Hall
Save-the-date for this informative workshop. Guest speakers to be announced soon. For more information, please call 949.224.0321. Learn More >>

Tuesday, September 27th
BIA/OC QGREEN Committee Presents a Workshop
"Builders 411 – The Fundamentals of Building Science"
8:00 – 11:30am Newport Radisson Hotel
Understanding basic building physics is critical to building homes that work. Presenter uses real world practical examples to illustrate how the laws of nature interact with building components. This course is designed to give builders the knowledge to sort out fact from fiction among the myriad of manufacturer claism. Register online or call 949.224.0321. Learn More >>

SAVE THE DATE for these future events!

Thursday, October 13th
BIA/OC 16th Annual Wine & Food Spectacular to Benefit BITA
6:00 – 8:30pm Lyon Air Museum, Costa Mesa
The 16th Annual Wine & Food Spectacular: "Wine on the Wings" returns to the beautiful Lyon Air Museum in Costa Mesa. Sponsorships are now available from $400 – 1000. Deadline to sponsor is September 15th. Help raise money for the Building Industry Technology Academy (BITA) Scholarship Funds. Sponsor or register online or call 949.224.0321. Learn More >>

Monday, October 17th
BIA/OC General Membership Dinner Meeting
5:00 – 8:00pm Radisson Newport Beach
Please save-the-date. Topic & guest speakers to be announced soon. For more information, please call 949.224.0321. Learn More >>

Thursday, October 27th
BIA/OC 45th Annual Installation of 2012 President and Board of Directors
6:00 – 9:30pm Marbella Country Club, San Juan Capistrano
Save-the-date for the 45th Annual Installation scheduled at the beautiful Marbella Country Club. Sponsorship information will be announced soon. For more information, please call 949.224.0321. Learn More >>

REMINDER: Non-members are limited to two events per calendar year. Regional PASS Events are limited to BIASC members only. Other events and sponsorships may also be limited to BIASC members only. Please contact BIA staff for detailed information on each event.

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Welcome New Members

Please give these new members a warm BIA/OC welcome when you meet them at the next event or committee meeting. Learn More >>


Thank You For Renewing

Take a moment to see who's staying the course with their continued support and active member status! Phone numbers are included so please Do Business With a Member, especially those that maintain their membership! Learn More >>

Member Spotlight

Kurt Buxton
Senior Principal
ValleyCrest Design Group (www.valleycrest.com)
3242 Halladay Street, Suite 203
Santa Ana, CA 92705
T/ 714.557.5852
F/ 714.557.7621
kbuxton@valleycrest.com

Company Profile:
ValleyCrest Design Group is a national landscape architecture practice renowned for creating some of the most celebrated landscapes in the world. Representing an exceptional diversity of expertise, talent and personalities, our innovative design professionals provide world-class traditional design services and are leading practitioners of integrated design-build.

Benefits of BIA Membership:
BIA Membership has allowed us to stay connected to the issues that affect our clients and gain access to the companies and people who shape our industry. Our active participation in the BIA began over 30 years ago as Hogan, Roy Partners and continues today as ValleyCrest Design Group. A great deal of our success has been supported by the connections, education and advocacy of the BIA. Through active involvement in BIA committees we have made friends that have helped us move ahead in difficult times and expand our business beyond Southern California. The BIA is a fantastic partner and I am fortunate to be able to contribute as a member of the Programs Committee. ValleyCrest is proud to be a part of the BIA.


BIA Membership Discounts

Reduce Your Bottom Line Today! Does your company offer a BIA Discount? If so we want to feature you on our website for free! Please contact Laura Evans (levans@biaoc.com) for more details. BIA/OC Discounts NAHB Discounts CBIA-Sponsored Medical, Dental and Vision Plans CBIA is pleased to announce a new Affinity Partnership with Ames Grenz Insurance Services to provide Guaranteed Issue medical, dental and vision plans to our association members.Learn More >>

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2012 Board of Directors

Applications for the BIA/OC 2012 Board of Directors now available!

If you’ve dedicated your time volunteering on committees and would like to do more with BIAOC, please consider submitting an application to join the 2012 BIAOC Board of Directors. Download the form and submit your form with the required items to Denise Kennedy (dkennedy@biaoc.com)or by FAX to 949.553.3950 no later than August 24th. If you have any questions about your board application or want to request a copy in Word format, please call Denise at 949.553.9500 ext. 116.