Since 1944, the BIA has served the region's homebuilding community offering a wide array of member benefits, diverse committees and councils through which members can meet their professional needs as well as become engaged in local community service efforts with their industry peers. Finally, the BIA's annual event calendar is filled with programs, courses and events that offer members a chance to learn more about regulations and public policy relating to the homebuilding industry, participate in social and networking events and stay on top of industry news and trends.