BBIA Bustle Vol 2 Iss 2

BAY BUILDING INDUSTRIES ASSOCIATION

BUSTLE VOLUME 2, ISSUE 2 JULY 2026

INDUSTRY EXCELLENCE: BBIA REPRESENTED AT SEBC 2026

BUILDING THE FUTURE: TYNDALL'S TRANSFORMATION CONTINUES

HONORING EXCELLENCE: CELEBRATING THE 2026 PARADE OF HOMES

SHAPING OUR COMMUNITY: GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS FOCUSES ON GROWTH & COLLABORATION

TABLE Of CONTENTS NEW & RENEWING MEMBERS July 2026

JULY LUNCH & LEARN Recap of our lunch with Dr. Ron Hartzer, Historian with the Air Force Civil Engineering Center at Tyndall Air Force Base and BB&E Engineering

BBIA MEMBERS REPRESENT ASSOCIATION AT SEBC 2026 Recap from this year’s SEBC

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2026 PARADE OF HOMES CELEBRATION

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COMMITTEE LEADERSHIP

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Recap from our joint BBIA & BIAOW Parade of Homes Celebration Party at Drive the Coast

Breakdown of Committee Leadership

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE Update on our Membership Committee

EDUCATION & WORKFORCE TASKFORCE Update on our Education & Workforce Taskforce

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TABLE Of CONTENTS BBIA COMMERCIAL Update on what’s going on in the Commercial World

GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS & PAC Update on Government Affairs & PAC Committee

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS COMMITTEE Update on the Young Professionals Committee

PROFESSIONAL WOMEN IN BUILDING COUNSEL Update on our PWB Counsel

INDUSTRY & ADVOCACY NEWS Updates for FHBA & NAHB

UPCOMING EVENTS Calendar of Upcoming Events

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BBIA

team

Chief Executive Officer

STACY ROBERTS Stacy@BayBIA.org 850-890-8554

Program Director

BETH KLEIN

Beth@BayBIA.org 850-819-1137

Secret Weapon

NIKKOLE GRIMES www.BayBIA.org 223 Forest Park Circle Panama City, FL 32405

July STAFF notes

Connecting Members. Strengthening Industry. Building the Future.

As we wrap up another incredibly busy month, I want to take a moment to thank everyone for their hard work, flexibility, and dedication throughout July. It was a month full of successful events, meaningful partnerships, and exciting opportunities to showcase the value of BBIA. This month, we hosted a full calendar of programs, including our Lunch & Learn featuring Dr. Ron Hartzer and the latest updates on the Tyndall Air Force Base rebuild, our Commercial Lunch with Chuck Hudson of PeoplesSouth Bank, and our joint Government Affairs Lunch & Learn with CPAR featuring City of Callaway Manager Ed Cook. We also welcomed prospective members, continued growing our networking opportunities, and strengthened relationships with community leaders and industry partners.

July also included an incredible Young Professionals tour of Tyndall Air Force Base, giving attendees a firsthand look at one of the nation's most significant military construction projects. We celebrated another successful Parade of Homes season alongside the BIA of Okaloosa & Walton Counties during our Parade Celebration, recognized our People's Choice Award winners, and thanked the many volunteers, sponsors, builders, and partners who made this year's event possible.

Our Professional Women in Building Council continued preparations for the upcoming Bill Black Wild Game Luncheon while promoting scholarship opportunities, collecting raffle and silent auction donations, and engaging members in support of women pursuing careers in the building industry.

Behind the scenes, our team continued promoting upcoming events, recruiting new members, coordinating committee meetings, communicating with members and sponsors, creating marketing materials, managing social media, and ensuring every event reflected the professionalism of our association.

Thank you to our volunteer leaders, committee chairs, board members, sponsors, and members for helping make July such a productive month. Your commitment continues to strengthen our association and the building industry throughout Bay County.

We're looking forward to carrying this momentum into August with even more opportunities to connect, advocate, educate, and grow together.

With appreciation,

Stacy & Beth 05

MEMBERS

July

Welcome & Thank You! Celebrating Our New & Renewing Members – July 2026 At BBIA, our strength is in our members—and we are proud to welcome the newest faces to our association and extend our heartfelt thanks to those who renewed their commitment in June.

Whether you’re brand new or a long-time supporter, your membership fuels everything we do— from workforce development to advocacy, events, education, and more. Together, we are building a stronger future for our industry and our community.

Thank you for being a part of the BBIA family!

New Members Cox Pools ReliantSouth Sims-Lohman

Renewing Members Advanced Fire Protection Services America’s Home Place ARCXIS Arthur Rutenberg Homes Barraco and Associates Coastal Classic Homes of Florida Daltile Discovered Coast Homes E. Leili & Associates Marine Construction Gulfeagle Supply

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Innovations Financial Credit Union INSIGHT Construction & Development James Hardie Kap Home Solutions Meeks Construction MK Weber Engineering Peoples First Insurance Services South Oak Title South Walton Cabinets Southern Coastal Homes​

🌟 Your Support Builds Our Success—Thank You for Being Part of the Team!

August LUNCH & LEARN August Lunch & Learn Connection. Insight. Opportunity.

Mark your calendar and make plans to join us for our upcoming BBIA Lunch & Learn on:

🗓️ Tuesday, August 18, 2026 📍 Capt. Anderson's Event Center 🎤 Keynote Speaker: Bob Majka, Executive Director, Port of Panama City

We're excited to welcome Bob Majka, Executive Director of the Port of Panama City, as our keynote speaker. As one of Northwest Florida's most important economic engines, the Port plays a vital role in supporting commerce, industry, and the continued growth of our region.

Join us for an inside look at the Port's current operations, future expansion plans, infrastructure investments, and the opportunities these developments create for the construction and building industry. Learn how the Port is positioning itself for continued growth and strengthening Bay County's role in regional and international trade.

Whether you're a contractor, supplier, developer, or business leader, this is a program you won't want to miss!

🤝 Thank you to our event sponsors:

Enjoy a delicious lunch, make valuable connections, and gain powerful insight—all in one great event!

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July Lunch &

Learn

eA special thank you goes to BBIA Vice President and Government Affairs Chair Brian Knox, President of Coastal Classic Homes of FL, for serving as host and providing updates on BBIA advocacy efforts, initiatives, and upcoming events.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to Townsend Building Supply, represented by John Book and Daniel Turner, for sponsoring the luncheon and our upcoming Tyndall Air Force Base Tour. Their continued investment in BBIA helps make valuable educational opportunities like these possible.

Thank you to SmartBank for welcoming attendees, Angel's BBQ & Catering for another outstanding lunch, and Chelsea and the Capt. Anderson's Event Center team for providing an exceptional venue.

BBIA members gathered for another outstanding Lunch

The BBIA Membership Committee also debuted its first

& Learn in July as Dr. Ronald B. Hartzer, Historian with

Membership Table, creating an inviting space to welcome

the Air Force Civil Engineer Center at Tyndall Air Force Base and employee of BB&E Engineering, shared an engaging presentation on the recovery, rebuilding, and

prospective members and guests. Thank you to our Board of Directors, committee members, and volunteers whose dedication continues to make our events successful.

transformation of Tyndall AFB following Hurricane Michael.

Dr. Hartzer provided a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at one of the largest military reconstruction projects in Air Force history, highlighting Tyndall's evolution into the "Installation of the Future" and the tremendous impact the project continues to have on our local economy, national defense, and the construction industry.

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Thank you to our Sponsors:

Members also showed tremendous support for the 2nd

We appreciate everyone who attended and helped

Annual PWB Bill Black Wild Game Luncheon by donating

make this event another great success. BBIA remains

bottles to this year's Booze Wagon Silent Auction

committed to providing meaningful educational

fundraiser. Congratulations to Elinore Renyer of

programs, valuable networking opportunities, and

CrownPoint Partners for winning the full-page

strong advocacy for the building industry throughout

advertisement drawing. Attendees can still enter to win

Bay County.

at the August Lunch & Learn by bringing a bottle of wine, liquor, or beer to donate.

Be sure to join us for our upcoming events, including the August Lunch & Learn on August 18, Leadership 101

Congratulations to our additional prize winners:

on August 19, the 38th Annual Golf Tournament on

50/50 Drawing: Claudia Gunselman, Kitchen Design

October 2, and the Commercial Halloween Party on

Group

October 15. Visit BayBIA.org to register, explore

Waste Pro Umbrellas: Cosheene Timson, Fischer

sponsorship opportunities, and stay connected with

Homes, and Ricky Weisner, Ricky's Earthworks

everything happening at BBIA.

TownePlace Suites Gift Bag: Carlen Liebe, Southeastern Surveying & Mapping Townsend Building Supply Case Knife: Wendy Carlan, Classic Carpets

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BBIA MEMBERS REPRESENT ASSOCIATION AT SEBC 2026

BBIA members recently returned from the 2026 Southeast Building Conference (SEBC), where they joined thousands of industry professionals from across Florida and the nation for several days of education, leadership development, advocacy, and collaboration.

BBIA was well represented throughout the conference by President Cosheene Timson, Vice President Brian Knox, 2nd Vice President Garrett Anderson, Immediate Past President Curt Hartog, Treasurer Marty Perrett, Board Members Rob Griffith and Natalie Cayson, along with Executive Officer Stacy Roberts. Together, they participated in a wide variety of educational sessions, leadership meetings, networking opportunities, government affairs discussions, FHBA governance meetings, and Regional Caucus, where our Greater Northwest associations collaborated on regional priorities and strengthened partnerships that benefit the building industry across Northwest Florida.

Executive Officer Stacy Roberts was honored to participate in the inaugural Association Leadership Institute, joining more than 40 association professionals from across Florida for an intensive leadership program focused on strategic planning, governance, member engagement, and organizational excellence. Stacy also participated in the FHBA Executive Officers Council, bringing back valuable ideas and best practices to help BBIA continue delivering exceptional value to its members.

BBIA's Professional Women in Building Council also had an outstanding conference. Chair Alexandra Harkins, Vice Chair Cori Newman, and Secretary Natalie Cayson collaborated with women leaders from across Florida to share ideas, strengthen Professional Women in Building councils statewide, and discuss ways to continue empowering women within the building industry. BBIA was especially proud to have its council represented as part of the statewide educational programming, where Alexandra was able to share successful initiatives and experiences from our local council were shared with leaders from across the state.

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The conference also reinforced BBIA's commitment to workforce development. Members visited the Future Builders of America Doghouse Competition, where BBIA proudly sponsored the Second Place Award. It was especially exciting to see the award presented to the talented students from Wildwood Middle High School, providing an opportunity to meet the students and their construction instructor while celebrating the craftsmanship, teamwork, and dedication of Florida's future builders.

Throughout the week, members also explored the SEBC exhibit hall, visited with industry partners, supported fellow BBIA members exhibiting at the conference, and discovered the latest products, technology, and innovations shaping the residential construction industry.

One of the proudest moments of the conference came during the FHBA Awards & Hall of Fame Ceremony, where Garrett Anderson was named the 2026 FHBA Builder of the Year. This prestigious statewide honor recognizes exceptional leadership, professionalism, and service to Florida's building industry. BBIA is incredibly proud of Garrett and this well-deserved recognition.

BBIA also celebrated an extraordinary accomplishment by having four members recognized as finalists for FHBA's highest individual honors: Garrett Anderson – Builder of the Year (Winner) Brian Knox – Young Professional of the Year Finalist Marty Perrett – Associate of the Year Finalist Curt Hartog – Robert & Amy Harper Award Finalist Having four finalists representing BBIA on the statewide stage is a remarkable achievement and reflects the outstanding leadership, professionalism, and volunteer spirit found throughout the association.

SEBC continues to be one of the most valuable investments BBIA makes each year. The knowledge gained, relationships strengthened, and ideas exchanged will continue to benefit BBIA as the association works to advocate for the building industry, develop future leaders, and provide exceptional value to its members.

2026 PARADE OF HOMES CELEBRATION

The Bay Building Industries Association and the Building Industry Association of Okaloosa & Walton Counties recently came together at Drive the Coast to celebrate another outstanding Parade of Homes season. The evening was a wonderful opportunity to recognize the builders, trade partners, suppliers, Realtors®, volunteers, committee members, and sponsors whose dedication made this year's Parade such a success.

Congratulations to BK Construction, recipient of the 2026 Bay BIA People's Choice Award, and Key Lime Construction, LLC, winner of the BIA of Okaloosa-Walton Counties People's Choice Award. These awards reflect the outstanding craftsmanship and quality showcased throughout this year's Parade of Homes.

A sincere thank you goes to our event sponsors—Cambria, Coastal Brick & Stone LLC, Precision Stoneworks Official, and Grayt-A Construction—as well as our media sponsor, Sunny 98.5 Panama City & iHeartMedia Panama City, for helping promote this year's event.

We also extend our appreciation to Brian Knox, 2026 Bay BIA Parade of Homes Chair, and DeAnna Fowler, 2026 BIAOW Parade of Homes Chair, for their exceptional leadership and commitment throughout the planning process. Special thanks to Drive the Coast for hosting the celebration, Sonny & DeAnna for the delicious food, Wild Mane Mixology LLC for the beverages, and our generous door prize donors for helping make the evening so memorable.

Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2026 Parade of Homes. Your passion, professionalism, and commitment to excellence continue to strengthen our industry and showcase the very best of building across our region. We look forward to another incredible Parade season next year!

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🔒EDUCATIONAL AS PART OF BBIA'S COMMITMENT TO DEVELOPING FUTURE INDUSTRY LEADERS, THIS PROGRAM IS OFFERED EXCLUSIVELY AS A MEMBER BENEFIT. STRONG VOLUNTEER LEADERS ARE THE FOUNDATION OF EVERY SUCCESSFUL ASSOCIATION. WHETHER YOU ARE CONSIDERING A LEADERSHIP ROLE OR ARE ALREADY SERVING IN A LEADERSHIP ROLE AT BBIA, THIS ENGAGING SESSION WILL PROVIDE VALUABLE INSIGHT INTO THE RESPONSIBILITIES, OPPORTUNITIES, AND IMPACT OF VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP. JOIN US TO DEVELOP THE KNOWLEDGE AND CONFIDENCE NEEDED TO MAKE A MEANINGFUL DIFFERENCE FOR YOUR INDUSTRY WHILE ALSO STRENGTHENING YOUR PROFESSIONAL NETWORK. PRESENTED BY KIMBERLY SCOTT, CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER OF THE FLORIDA HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION (FHBA), THIS INFORMATIVE SESSION WILL EXPLAIN NONPROFIT BOARD SERVICE IN PRACTICAL, EASY-TO-UNDERSTAND TERMS AND PROVIDE VALUABLE INSIGHT FOR ANYONE INTERESTED IN BECOMING MORE INVOLVED IN THEIR ASSOCIATION. WHETHER YOU'RE A CURRENT VOLUNTEER, COMMITTEE MEMBER, BOARD MEMBER, OR SIMPLY CURIOUS ABOUT FUTURE LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES, THIS SESSION IS DESIGNED TO HELP YOU BETTER UNDERSTAND WHAT BOARD SERVICE ENTAILS AND WHY STRONG VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP IS ESSENTIAL TO ORGANIZATIONS LIKE BBIA. FOLLOWING THE PRESENTATION, BBIA MEMBERS WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN MORE ABOUT UPCOMING LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES, INCLUDING COMMITTEE SERVICE, THE BBIA BOARD OF DIRECTORS, AND THE SOON-TO-BE-ESTABLISHED BBIA FOUNDATION BOARD. WE ENCOURAGE EVERY MEMBER—NOT JUST CURRENT OR PROSPECTIVE BOARD MEMBERS—TO ATTEND. UNDERSTANDING HOW YOUR ASSOCIATION OPERATES MAKES EVERY MEMBER STRONGER. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? CURRENT BBIA BOARD MEMBERS COMMITTEE CHAIRS & COMMITTEE MEMBERS MEMBERS INTERESTED IN FUTURE LEADERSHIP NEW MEMBERS NO PREVIOUS BOARD EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED. THIS SESSION IS DESIGNED FOR MEMBERS AT EVERY STAGE OF THEIR LEADERSHIP JOURNEY.

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BBIA Committee 2026 Leadership Young Professionals Chair: Chad Overby Co-Chair: Carlen Liebe

Membership Committee Chair: Claudia Gunselman Co-Chair: Marty Perrett

Government Affairs Chair: Brian Knox Co-Chair: Natalie Cayson

Home Expo Chair: Dean Jackson Co-Chair: Bubba Davis

Professional Women in Building President: Alexandra Harkins Vice President: Cori Newman

Parade of Homes/ Scholarship Home Chair: Brian Knox Co-Chair: Chad Overby

Education & Workforce Taskforce Chair: Jeff Ury

Commercial Chair: Shannon Bona

Building Bay County Together

MEMBERSHIP

Committee

Chairwoman

Claudia Gunselman

Growing Membership, Growing BBIA BBIA's Membership Committee is gaining momentum, and we're excited about all that's in the works! As we continue to grow our association, the committee is focused on welcoming new members, strengthening member engagement, and creating even more opportunities to connect with industry professionals.

Be sure to stop by our new Membership Table at each Lunch & Learn to welcome first-time guests, answer questions, and help introduce prospective members to everything BBIA has to offer. A warm welcome from our members is one of the best ways to showcase the value of our association.

We're looking forward to seeing this committee continue to grow and encourage anyone interested in helping recruit, retain, and engage members to get involved. Strong membership benefits us all by expanding our network, strengthening our industry, and ensuring BBIA remains the voice of the building industry in Bay County.

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SECURE YOUR SPOT! Booths are going fast!

2027 HOME EXPO

Join us for the 2027 BBIA Home Expo, the ultimate showcase for all things home— hosted by the Bay Building Industries Association. With 60+ exhibitors, giveaways, and hands-on fun for the whole family, this two-day event is your chance to explore, connect, and get inspired!

Whether you're planning to build, remodel, landscape, or upgrade your home—or you're just ready to add something fun to your space—this expo is your one-stop shop to meet licensed pros, explore new ideas, and discover what’s possible.

www.BayBIA.org

2027 is shaping up to be our best Home Expo yet! Please reach out to Beth for more details: Email: Beth@BayBIA.org Phone: 850-819-1137

Education & Workforce Task Force Committee CHAIR: JEFF URY

Future Builders of America Dog House Challenge

One of the highlights of this year's Southeast Building Conference (SEBC) was the Future Builders of America Dog House Challenge, where student teams from across Florida showcased their creativity, craftsmanship, and construction skills through one-of-a-kind dog house designs. The competition continues to provide students with valuable hands-on experience while connecting them with industry professionals and highlighting the exciting career opportunities available in construction.

Congratulations to all of the participating teams and this year's winners for their outstanding work. BBIA was proud to support the competition as the Second Place Prize Sponsor, investing in the next generation of skilled construction professionals and reinforcing our commitment to workforce development and construction education.

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COMMERCIAL Chairwoman Shannon Bona

BBIA's monthly Commercial Lunch continues to provide a valuable opportunity for commercial industry professionals to connect, collaborate, and stay informed on issues impacting our community.

This month's luncheon featured Chuck Hudson with PeoplesSouth Bank as our guest speaker. We sincerely

appreciate

expertise

and

Chuck

valuable

for

sharing

his

insights

with

our

members.

A special thank you goes to Shannon Bona, BBIA Commercial

Chair,

and

Elinore

Renyer,

Commercial Vice Chair, both with CrownPoint Partners, for their outstanding leadership and dedication to the Commercial Committee. Their commitment has helped grow this group into a thriving network of professionals representing every corner of the commercial building industry.

We also extend our gratitude to House of Henry for their hospitality and for providing the perfect setting for our monthly gatherings.

BBIA Commercial Lunches are held on the first Monday of every month and are open to anyone looking to build relationships, exchange ideas, and stay connected with the commercial building community. We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting—and stay tuned for an exciting announcement coming soon!

Interested in being a speaker?

Please contact Shannon shannon@crownpoint.co 203-592-4688 August Presentor:

Government Affairs & PAC Committee CHAIRMAN: BRIAN KNOX

BBIA & CPAR Government Affairs Lunch & Learn BBIA and the Central Panhandle Association of REALTORS® recently partnered for another successful Government Affairs Lunch & Learn, bringing members together to hear important updates affecting our growing community.

A special thank you to City Manager Ed Cook for providing an informative update on the City of Callaway and discussing the opportunities and challenges that come with one of Bay County's fastest-growing cities. His presentation highlighted the importance of collaboration between local government and the building industry to support responsible growth and long-term planning.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to Brian Knox, BBIA Government Affairs Chair, and Jay Burkey, CPAR Government Affairs Chair, for their leadership, as well as Kaydee Albritton and Natalie Cayson for their hard work behind the scenes in coordinating another outstanding program.

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the discussion. We look forward to continuing these valuable conversations as we work together to build a stronger Bay County.

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2026 BBIA Candidate Breakfast Forum Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2026 BBIA Candidate Breakfast Forum! Members had the opportunity to hear directly from candidates seeking local, state, and federal office as they shared their priorities and vision for the future of our community. We appreciate all of the candidates who took the time to participate and engage with our membership.

Missed the forum? You can still learn where the candidates stand on issues important to the building industry by scanning the QR code below to read their submitted questionnaire responses. We encourage all members to stay informed before heading to the polls and thank you for supporting BBIA's ongoing commitment to advocacy and civic engagement.

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Young Professionals Committee Chairman

Chad Overby

BBIA Tyndall Air Force Base Tour

BBIA Young Professionals recently had the unique

This unforgettable experience was made possible

opportunity to experience an exclusive tour of

through the support of 2d Lt. Alix Soto-Matehuala,

Tyndall Air Force Base, gaining a firsthand look at

Chief of Community Engagement with the 325th

the remarkable progress of one of the largest

Fighter Wing Public Affairs, SSgt Daniel Brosam,

military

the Air Force Installation and Mission Support

reconstruction

projects

in

Air

Force

history.

Center, and our generous sponsors, Townsend Building Supply and BB&E, Inc.

The day began with an informative Tyndall Rebuild Immersion Briefing led by Col. Charles Chapman,

The BBIA Young Professionals are grateful for the

AFCEC/CFDE, who also narrated the tour and

opportunity

shared valuable insight into the installation's

between the building industry and Tyndall Air

transformation into the "Installation of the Future."

Force Base while learning more about the exciting

Attendees also had the opportunity to witness the

future of our community. Experiences like these

rebuild up close and watch F-35 aircraft perform

continue

touch-and-go landings on the flight line.

development and valuable connections for the

to

to

strengthen

provide

the

meaningful

next generation of industry leaders.

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partnership

professional

PROFESSIONAL

Women In BUILDING

President: Alexandra Harkins

PWB Celebrates 2026 Scholarship Recipients

BBIA's Professional Women in Building (PWB) Council recently gathered at Harrison's Kitchen & Bar to celebrate three exceptional young women who are pursuing careers in the building industry.

Congratulations

to

our

2026

PWB

Scholarship

recipients—April, Savannah, and Alyssa! We are proud to support these outstanding students as they work toward their educational and career goals. Thanks to the generosity of our members, sponsors, and supporters, the PWB Scholarship Program continues to invest in the next generation of women in construction and the skilled trades.

A special thank you to Harrison's Kitchen & Bar for their wonderful hospitality and beautiful venue, which provided the perfect setting for this celebration.

As we honored this year's recipients, we also looked ahead to the 2nd Annual Bill Black Wild Game

Luncheon

on

September

18,

PWB's

signature fundraiser benefiting the Women Build Initiative and future scholarship recipients. Events like

these

empowering

help

ensure

women

we

and

can

continue

strengthening

the

future of the building industry.

Congratulations again to April, Savannah, and Alyssa—we look forward to seeing all you accomplish!

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INDUSTRY & INDUSTRY & ADVOCACY ADVOCACY News News

Industry News – July Highlights from FHBA & NAHB

FHBA Florida Update FHBA continues to advocate for reducing unnecessary regulations that increase the cost of housing in Florida.

Workforce development remains a top priority, with expanded efforts to recruit and train the next generation of skilled trades professionals.

The association is actively monitoring Florida's insurance market and supporting reforms that improve affordability and availability for builders and homeowners.

FHBA is working with state leaders to address infrastructure and growth challenges while protecting property rights.

Member participation in local and state advocacy efforts remains critical as legislative and regulatory issues continue to impact the building industry.

Planning is underway for upcoming FHBA educational programs, networking events, and the 2027 Legislative Conference.

NAHB National Update Builder confidence continues to be influenced by mortgage rates, affordability challenges, and consumer demand.

Labor shortages remain one of the industry's biggest obstacles, reinforcing the need for workforce development and skilled trades education.

NAHB continues to advocate for policies that increase housing affordability by reducing regulatory burdens and expanding housing supply.

Material pricing has stabilized in some sectors, but availability and price fluctuations continue to affect project planning and budgets.

NAHB is providing members with updated economic forecasts, legal resources, and best practices to help navigate changing market conditions.

Members are encouraged to participate in advocacy efforts at the federal level to help shape policies affecting residential construction, housing finance, and workforce initiatives.

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UPCOMING

Events

August 3

August 5

August 18

Grace O’Malley’s Irish Tavern

Burgunbarrel

Capt. Anderson’s Event Center

11:30am-1pm

5:00pm--7:00pm

11:30am-1:15pm

Join us the 1st Monday of each

Every First Wednesday of the

Our keynote speaker, Bob Majka,

month to meet and discuss the

month, come join us for a night of

Executive Director of Port Panama

Commercial world in Bay and

networking and friendship. Free

City will be joining us. .

surrounding areas.

to members!

August 19

September 2

September 15

Burgunbarrel

Capt.Anderson’s Event Center

5:00pm--7:00pm

11:30am-1:15pm

Every First Wednesday of the

Our keynote speaker, Melanie

month, come join us for a night of

Griffin, Secretary of the Florida

networking and friendship. Free

Department of Business and

benefit.

to members!.

Professional Regulations will be

September 18

October 2

BBIA COMMERCIAL MEETING

LEADERSHIP 101 Capt.Anderson’s Event Center 11:30am-2:00pm As part of BBIA's commitment to developing future industry leaders, this educational program is offered exclusively as a member

PWB WINE DOWN WEDNESDAY

BBIA PWB WINE DOWN WEDNESDAY

10:30am-2:00pm This unique fundraising event supports empowering women in the trades.

SEPTEMBER LUNCH & LEARN

joining us.

BBIA PWB BILL BLACK 2026 BBIA GOLF WILD GAME TOURNAMENT Bay Point Golf Club LUNCHEON Capt.Anderson’sEvent Center

AUGUST LUNCH & LEARN

7:00am-2:00pm

Join members, friends, and fellow industry leaders for a fantastic day on the greens full of friendly competition, great food, and even better company.

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Join an exclusive network of local leaders in construction, home building, and trades industries.

Partnering with BBIA means investing in the future of our community.

Gold Partner

Silver Partner

As a Platinum Partner with BBIA, your business will receive premium exposure across our most visible platforms and events.

This partnership includes:

As a Gold Partner with BBIA, your business will receive valuable visibility and benefits at key events and across BBIA’s digital platforms.

This partnership includes:

As a Silver Partner with BBIA, your business will gain solid visibility across our events and communications.

This partnership includes:

Website Visibility: Your logo and link will be featured on BBIA’s homepage as a Platinum Partner, with enhanced placement at the top of our membership directory.

Website Visibility: Your logo and link will be featured on BBIA’s homepage as a Gold Partner, along with an enhanced membership directory listing at the top of your section.

Event Recognition: Your logo will be prominently displayed at all BBIA events, on-screen and on table tops during Lunch & Learn meetings.

Event Recognition: Your logo will be displayed at all BBIA events, including on table tops during Lunch & Learn meetings.

Digital Presence: Your logo and link will appear in every BBIA Bustle Digital Magazine, distributed monthly to our members, along with two annual promotional business spotlights.

Digital Presence: Your logo and link will appear in BBIA’s Bustle Digital Magazine bi-monthly, with one annual promotional business spotlight.

Platinum Partner

$10,000

Social Media Promotion: Enjoy quarterly promotional announcements on our social media platforms, plus four business spotlights on our Facebook page each year.

Email Branding: Your logo will be included in all outgoing BBIA emails as a Platinum Partner.

Exclusive Event Perks: Four complimentary registrations to each Lunch & Learn Meeting Complimentary sponsorship of a Lunch & Learn meeting Sponsor or host one BBIA Social Complimentary exhibitor booth space at the Home Expo Complimentary tent sponsor at our Clay Shoot Complimentary tent sponsor at our Golf Tournament Complimentary table at the BBIA Christmas Installation & Awards Dinner Parade of Homes Magazine: Full-page advertisement in the official Parade of Homes magazine.

What They Do Video: A new series focused on who you are and what you do!

$7,000

Social Media Promotion: Enjoy two promotional announcements on our social media platforms annually, plus two annual business spotlights on our Facebook page.

Email Branding: Your logo will be included in all outgoing BBIA emails as a Gold Partner.

Exclusive Event Perks: Two complimentary registrations to each Lunch & Learn meeting Complimentary sponsorship of one Lunch & Learn meeting Sponsor one BBIA Social Complimentary booth space at the Home Expo Complimentary tent sponsor at our Clay Shoot Two complimentary registrations at the BBIA Christmas & Awards Dinner Parade of Homes Magazine: Half-page advertisement in the official Parade of Homes Magazine.

What They Do Video: A new series focused on who you are and what you do!

$4,000

Website Visibility: Your logo and link will be featured on BBIA’s homepage as a Silver Partner.

Event Recognition: Your logo will be displayed at all BBIA events, including on table tops during Lunch & Learn meetings.

Digital Presence: Your logo and link will appear in BBIA’s Bustle Digital Magazine quarterly, with one annual promotional business spotlight.

Social Media Promotion: Enjoy one promotional announcement on our social media platforms annually, plus one annual business spotlight on our Facebook page.

Email Branding: Your logo will be included in all outgoing BBIA emails as a Silver Partner.

Exclusive Event Perks: One complimentary registration to each Lunch & Learn meeting Sign sponsor for the Golf Tournament Sign sponsor for the Clay Shoot

Questions?

Please contact us at: Beth@BayBIA.org

Annual Industry Partner

Thank You!

See you soon!