Testimonials

“Having the opportunity to present my company and services to hundreds of contractors was a great reason to join the BIA, but being able to take part in helping the entire industry through legislative and committee action, I've found a reason to stay every year. Yes, there are plenty of opportunities to grow your business here, but having the chance to take an active role in sustaining our industry can not be found anywhere else!”

- William Smock, Gator Plumbing Inc.

"I have been a member of the HBA, now Manatee Sarasota BIA, for 17 years. Not only have I built my business with the contacts that I have made through the BIA, but I have made lifetime friends, and been given opportunity for leadership on both the local and state level of the Association. Education, and networking are the building blocks that have helped me succeed in my business, and I credit the BIA for providing these."

- Kathy Robinson Brugger, TV Home Source

“Being a member of MSBIA has been very rewarding for Two Trails. It has allowed us to meet many new clients as well as giving us the opportunity to have a voice and make a difference in the building industry.”

- Drew Smith, Two Trails

“I have been a member of the local builders association for almost 25 years. I can honestly say that almost every business opportunity I have had in that time has been as a result of a relationship I had at the BIA. I have made lifelong friends, learned much about our industry, and have had every minute of time I invested multiplied and returned to me. I can’t imagine why anyone would be in our industry or a related industry and not be a member.”

- David C. Hunihan, Lee Wetherington Homes

“Thank you to the great team at the BIA for your excellent work helping us spread the word about our local building efforts and on the business side keeping us up to-date with the important changes affecting our industry every day. The professionalism and dedication you and all of the BIA team members show each and every time we have interacted with you these past thirteen years is greatly appreciated by me and everyone at Arthur Rutenberg Homes / Nelson Homes, Inc.”

- Joe Dweck , Arthur Rutenberg Homes / Nelson Homes, Inc.

“I have been an active member of the MSBIA since 1979. In all of those 34 years there has not been a single year that I have not more than covered the cost of my membership through sales. The key is you must be active and participate in BIA sponsored events. In addition the BIA has also been a very good educational connection for me to learn about the construction industry and the politics involved at the local & state levels. If we do not support the BIA membership and participation then the BIA can not be our voice in support of our fine industry. Be a part of our BIA team.”

- Ken Patton, Arne Carlson Insurance