BIA-LAV helps protect our industry and jobs by advocating for new construction and the sector across Los Angeles and Ventura counties. In addition, we constantly stay on top of new regulations and legislation that affects our industry.

Affinity partners can help you reduce your overhead costs with member-exclusive savings on everything from workers comp insurance to wireless calling plans, and FedEx services to GM vehicles. We’re always negotiating new deals for BIA members, so check back often to see the latest offers from new partners.

Members have access to the movers and shakers in the industry — including elected officials and key agency staff.

It’s important to build relationships in this industry. Members have access to more than 1,000 member companies, as well as member companies from other chapters and BIASC.

Membership gives you access to member-only training and events that will help you stay up-to-date with industry developments and changes.

Providing education and networking for those 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

Focused on providing students interested in a construction-oriented career with scholarships and financial support, and advancing educational programs at high schools, community colleges, and universities

A forum where customer service professionals can network and share ideas on new technologies and innovation, improvements in quality and service, and educational resources

Delivers greater reward, benefits, and return to members by providing a forum for Membership, Education, Networking, Recognition, Sponsorship, and Mentoring

Professional network to help remodelers identify ways to establish and maintain credibility with customers, exchange ideas, and develop new services

Comprised of union general contractors and subcontractors to advance union construction and address critical industry issues

Get to know your future business partners at a variety of networking events, from the annual golf tournament to regular dinner meetings.

BIA-LAV 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.

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.

BIA-LAV offers a variety of affinity programs that provide exclusive member discounts and advantages.

Membership Meetings are every other month, typically on Thursday evenings. Events range from social gatherings to important programs on items such as the economic outlook.

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.

The Chapter’s Political Action Committee makes contributions to candidates who understand the need for housing in our region and who are working to meet demand.

There are several key annual events that are great networking opportunities, such as the Golf Tournament each summer and the Installation and Awards event in November.

This committee tracks and influences the policies of city and county governments related to home building. The BIA-LAV Government Affairs Committee is focused on the cities of Los Angeles and Ventura Counties.

The BIA-LAV 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.