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WHO WE ARE The Building Industry Association of Washington is the state’s largest trade association representing thousands of companies in the home building industry. BIAW is dedicated to ensuring and enhancing the vitality of the building industry for the benefit of its members and the housing needs of citizens.
BIAW STAFF Executive Vice President Greg Lane Government Affairs Director Jan Himebaugh General Counsel Jackson Maynard Administrative Services Director Jan Rohila R.O.I.I.® Select Director Mark Shaffer Communications & Public Relations Director Jennifer Spall
BUILDING INSIGHT EDITORIAL STAFF Communications & Public Relations Director Jennifer Spall Communications Manager Leah Jaber Writer and Editor Bailee Wicks Layout & Design Brenda Kwieciak
To submit editorial or advertise contact communications@biaw.com.
Pierce County Career Day, with sponsor the Master Builders Association of Pierce County, allows high school students the opportunity to experience skilled trades hands-on and introduces them to career opportunities in the trades.
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How to grab your legislator’s attention
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Website missteps to avoid
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BIAW Health Insurance program best in class
Simple steps on how you can connect with your lawmakers
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BIAW health insurance program offers employers a wide variety of options and plans
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New education classes in 2020 Registration is open for 2020 schedule
january 2020
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