Football season is fast approaching and with it the dog days of summer. While you're dodging rainstorms this month, make sure to check out the Southeast Building Conference (SEBC) going on this first week of August. And even if you can't be there, take advantage of the virtual events. If you still need CE credits for your license renewal August 31st, this is a great place to get them.

The Future Builders of America (FBA), Gadsden Chapter is participating in the doghouse building contest with members from other FBA chapters from all over the state and is mentored by our own Kerwyn Jones-Wilson (FCMB). There is also still time to donate to help pay for the 7 students who will be making the trip. If you will be at SEBC, come out and cheer them on. Judging begins at noon, Wednesday, Aug 3rd.

The 2022 Home & Outdoor Living Expo at the North Florida Fairgrounds (September 30, October 1 & 2) registration is in full swing, and we have lots of great opportunities to get yourself out in front of high-quality potential clients looking for actual work, not just kicking tires! I look forward to visiting everyone's booth, and yes, I will be exhibiting too, so come by and see me at my booth!

Be sure to check out our 1st Annual Big Inshore Angler Saltwater Open Fishing Tournament on October 22nd benefitting Future Builders of America. All the details are on our new website at BIABB.ORG for sponsorships and entries. Entries through 9/23/22 noon will include the official tournament long sleeve dri-fit shirt for free! Here's your chance at a $1,000 first place win!

Get TWO, in '22!

Recruit 1 new member, retain 1 existing member

Check out the Brand New BIA of the Big Bend website by visiting BIABB.ORG today!

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READY! SET! GO! THE new BIA of the Big Bend website is up and ready for online registration and payment of all event sponsorship opportunities, event registrations, and activities! Visit WWW.BIABB.ORG today to check it out! Help us by spreading the word! Simply click on the logos below to go directly to the registration page!

FHBA has introduced a new Membership Recruitment and Retention Competition based on the theme of boxing. It began on February 1st and goes through Friday, September 30^th. Locals are being pitted against similar sized locals for the competition. Our competitor is Space Coast BIA (Brevard BIA). 

NAHB is proud to announce our new Member Savings Program with Goodyear you can find the program by going to www.nahb.org/savings and clicking on Goodyear or www.nahb.org/goodyear

Goodyear discount: 15% off all tires. This savings program is savings on all Goodyear tires and services.

To take advantage of this program members must log in to www.nahb.org then go to www.nahb.org/goodyear to see the button to go to Goodyear’s savings. 

If you need assistance with logging into your NAHB account please contact Jodi at jodi.sasse@tallyba.com

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to join key Florida legislators and fellow building industry leaders on Wednesday, August 3, as we kick off the 2022 Southeast Building Conference. The FHB PAC Good Government Lunch is your seat at the table with Florida’s lawmakers and leaders who are friends of the home building and construction industry. Attendees will hear from prominent legislators as well as have the opportunity to network with leaders from across the state. BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE.

The Southeast Building Conference will be here before you know it! Seasoned professionals and young builders alike will find great programming including 300+ exhibitors, a live demonstration stage, and multiple networking opportunities.

Young Building Professionals (YBP) are invited to join us for the Second Annual YBP Day on Wednesday August 3rd from 8:00 am – 9:30 pm at the Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center in Kissimmee, Florida.

The YBP Day offers opportunities to network with Florida’s industry leaders and professional development courses specifically designed for building industry professionals who are forty-five or younger.

Use the discount code “YBPDAY” to save $120 on the Education & Expo pass! For just $49 you’ll have unlimited access to the expo Hall, all education classes during both days of the conference, and the Wednesday Night Bash. Click here to view the YBP Day schedule learn more!

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