President's Message

Hard as it is to believe, the BIA Board received the mid-year report at this week's Board meeting. The year is speeding by, and I am happy to report the Association is experiencing a very strong start to 2014. Event attendance is up at all events, non-dues revenue is up, and we have increased membership by 12%. The Strategic Plan established by the Board in January is moving forward and we have made great strides in all categories, including: branding, membership expansion, financial sustainability and creating legislative coalitions with other groups.

Last evening at the President's Party we celebrated the industry, the progress of the Chapter and invited Candidate Bobby Shriver to speak to the group about his candidacy for the LA County Third District Board of Supervisors seat.  I want to thank everyone for their attendance and support of the event, making it a fun and worthwhile gathering.  I also want to give a special Thank You to our event sponsors Centennial Founders, Guild Mortgage, and to our Residential Energy Efficiency Sponsors Southern California Edison and The Gas Company.  My hat is off you as your participation helped to create the event's success.

Sincerely,

President