MEMBERSHIP
The BIA of Southern California (BIASC) is the leading advocate for the building industry, as well as the best place to network with fellow developers, builders, consultants, government elected officials, lenders, contractors, and more
One Association = One Membership
Your BIASC Membership is all inclusive! When you join the BIASC Coachella Valley, you automatically become a member of our other chapters across the Southern California region – Baldy View, Los Angeles/Ventura, Orange County, and Riverside!
Membership has its privileges! BIASC Coachella Valley helps you get more involved with the industry by allowing you to be at the forefront of the issues impacting your business and take part in valuable programs and services. Getting involved with the BIASC not only strengthens the industry, but also provides you with opportunities to develop new business relationships, learn new skills, and increase your understanding of the issues facing our industry.
For more information, please contact BIASC Coachella Valley Director of Membership, Marc Troast at mtroast@biasc.org.
JOIN NOWREASONS TO JOIN
Networking
BIASC is your place to network with the region’s largest builders, developers, consultants, and contractors to build your business and increase your bottom line.
Government Advocacy
BIASC fights to cut through red tape and unnecessary regulations to clear the path for new home construction and job creation. Membership is critical in amplifying our voice and furthering the collective advocacy efforts of the industry, because we are stronger together. BIASC Coachella Valley is your resource on emerging governmental issues that will affect your business. The Chapter operates Government Affairs Advisory Boards to track and influence governmental policy related to housing and land use.
Education & Development
BIASC provides you valuable educational tools and is your source for the latest news and trends impacting your business. The Chapter regularly hosts educational events to help you stay on top of issues and trends shaping the building industry. From multi-day certification classes to seminars to panel discussions, these sessions keep our members informed.
Affinity Programs
BIASC offers a variety of affinity programs that provide exclusive member discounts and advantages.
Advertising
Grow your business by advertising in BIASC’s newly revamped digital magazine, Southern California Builder! With over 7.5 minutes of average read time, and over 22,000 reads per issue, Southern California Builder is the perfect tool to foster new contacts, cultivate trackable leads, increase web traffic, boost brand exposure, and drive new business!
REGIONAL ACCESS / COUNCILS
As a member of BIASC Coachella Valley, you automatically become a member of the entire BIASC and have access to our other chapters in Orange County, Los Angeles/Ventura, Riverside, and San Bernardino — allowing you to share similar projects/interests across the region.
Your membership also means additional networking opportunities via our regional councils.
SPECIALTY COUNCILS
Council on SAGE
The Council on Shaping Advancements in Generational Environments (SAGE) provides the education and networking tools needed to ensure success in building for and serving the senior market. The council is a collective voice for decision-makers involved in the development and approval of senior housing and senior-oriented businesses.
Customer Service Builders Council (CSBC)
The Customer Service Builders Council (CSBC) provides a forum where customer service professionals can network and share ideas on new technologies and innovation, improvements in quality and service, and educational resources.
Greater Sales & Marketing Council (GSMC)
The Greater Sales & Marketing Council’s mission is to deliver greater rewards, benefits, and return to its members throughout Southern California by providing a forum for membership, education, networking, recognition, sponsorship, and mentoring.
Union Contractors Council (UCC)
The Union Contractors Council (UCC) is composed of union general contractors and subcontractors who share the common concerns of advancing union construction and addressing critical industry issues that impact union contractors.
For more information, and to join BIASC Specialty Councils, please contact Membership Services Manager, Lisa Meadows at lmeadows@biasc.org
GET INVOLVED
Getting involved with BIASC strengthens the entire industry, and also provides you with opportunities to develop new business relationships, skills, and increase your understanding of the issues facing our industry. In addition to our regional councils, BIASC Coachella Valley provides many other opportunities to get involved!
General Membership Meetings
BIASC Coachella regularly hosts chapter Membership Meetings. Membership meetings provide members the ability to network while working collaboratively with fellow members on ways to enhance membership for current and prospective members.
Special Events
BIASC Coachella hosts several key events annually that are excellent networking opportunities, such as the Golf Tournament each summer and the Installation and Awards event in November.
Committees
Committees help plan and support several key aspects of the chapter’s work. They are also an ideal way to introduce you to people from a wide range of companies involved in the building industry.
Government Affairs
This committee tracks and influences the policies of city and county governments related to home building. The BIASC Coachella Government Affairs Committee is focused on the cities throughout the Coachella Valley and beyond.
PAC
BIASC Coachella’s Political Action Committee makes contributions to candidates who understand the need for housing in our region and who are working to meet demand.
Partnership Program
The BIASC Coachella Partnership Program provides exposure for a company member seeking to align itself with the Chapter. A portion of the sponsorship is dedicated to your attendance at Chapter events.
MEMBERSHIP RESOURCES
Members receive several valued discounts and savings opportunities offered by several of our corporate sponsors and affiliates. Receive members-only content on issues directly affecting your business.
Stay abreast of what’s happening with BIA Coachella by following us on Twitter or taking part in the discussion in our group on Facebook!
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