Dear Members,
We hope everyone had a fantastic start to the new year and enjoyed the rare winter wonderland that swept through! January was a big month for BBIA, and we’re excited to share some of the highlights.
We hit the ground running as our BBIA Board Members had the opportunity to meet with Florida CFO Jimmy Patronis as he prepared for his special primary election for the seat previously held by Matt Gaetz. During this meeting, we were proud to present him with a check from NAHB to show our support for his candidacy. It was a great discussion about the future of our industry and the importance of strong leadership in advocating for the building community.
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Next, we celebrated the groundbreaking of our 2025 BBIA Scholarship Home, which is being built under the direction of Brian Knox of Coastal Classic Homes. This project not only supports local students but also builds excitement for this year’s Parade of Homes. It’s always inspiring to see our members come together to make this initiative possible!
January also brought a fantastic Lunch & Learn with Jorge Gonzalez, President & CEO of The St. Joe Company. Jorge shared valuable insights on the growth and development of our region, and we are grateful for his time and expertise. It was a great opportunity for our members to learn more about the direction of local development and the exciting opportunities ahead.
We also had a successful 2025 Home Expo, where industry professionals, homeowners, and vendors connected to explore the latest in homebuilding and design. A huge thank you to our exhibitors, sponsors, and attendees for making it a great event!
We’re also excited to welcome Beth Klein to the BBIA family as our new Marketing Administrator! Beth will be helping us share BBIA’s mission and events with the community, and we’re thrilled to have her on board. You can reach Beth at 850-819-1137 or by email at Beth@BayBIA.org.
And don’t forget—BBIA Scholarships are now open! If you or someone you know is interested in a career in the building industry, applications are available on our website. Don’t miss this opportunity!
Here’s to a great start to 2025—let’s keep building together!
Stacy
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Lunch & Learn
February 18, 2025 (11:30am - 1:15pm)
Captain Anderson's Event Center // Panama City Beach
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Join us for BBIA's monthly Lunch and Learn featuring keynote speaker, Nina Ward, Bay County Supervisor of Elections.
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Annual Clay Shoot
Only Three Spots Left!
February 21, 2025 (8:30am - 1:00pm)
Bay County Shooting Range // Panama City Beach
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BBIA's Annual Clay Shoot is a highly anticipated event that brings together shooting enthusiasts for a day of friendly competition and camaraderie. Participants will enjoy a fun-filled experience featuring challenging clay shooting courses, great food, and the opportunity to network with building industry professionals. With lunch included and a limited number of spots available, it's an event you won't want to miss!
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
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2025 Great American
Home and Recreation Expo
The 2025 BBIA Great American Home & Recreation Expo wrapped up on January 25th, bringing together top vendors, industry pros, and home enthusiasts for an inspiring two days. Attendees explored the latest trends in home building, remodeling, and recreation, making it a fantastic success. Thank you to everyone who joined us—we can’t wait to see you next year!
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2025 Scholarship Home Groundbreaking
The 2025 Groundbreaking Ceremony for our Scholarship Home was a great event, and we’re so grateful for the incredible support from our community and members!
Special thanks to Brian Knox with Coastal Classic Homes, BBIA 2nd Vice President, for not only serving as the builder for this project but also generously donating his time and expertise to make this Scholarship Home a success.
January Lunch and Learn
We kicked off the year with an incredible January Lunch & Learn, featuring keynote speaker Jorge Gonzalez, CEO of The St. Joe Company. Jorge shared valuable insights about St. Joe Hospitality’s assets and exciting new projects coming to our area—thank you, Jorge, for an engaging and informative presentation!
A special thank you to our sponsors, David Miller & Jim Plazak with HomeSphere and Natalie Cayson with Precision Stoneworks, for your support in making this event a success.
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BBIA and Bay Young Professionals
Kick Off the New Year
We had an amazing time at the BYP Kickoff Social last night at History Class Brewing Company! 🍻✨ It was a fantastic opportunity to connect, network, and kick off an exciting year with fellow young professionals in Bay County.
A huge thank you to Bay Young Professionals for hosting—we love building relationships and growing our community together!
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Leadership Update
We are proud to recognize Natalie Cayson (Precision Stoneworks), Tom Gladstone (Tom Gladstone Homes – via phone), Chad Overby (ABC Supply Co.), and Robert Yanchis (Intellichoice Builders) for their installation by our BBIA President, Curt Hartog, at yesterday’s board meeting.
Thank you for your dedication and leadership in supporting our industry and association. We appreciate your commitment to building a stronger future for our community!
BBIA Presents Check to CFO Patronis
We are so proud to share that some of our BBIA Board members had the honor of spending time with Florida CFO Jimmy Patronis yesterday and presenting him with a check from NAHB in support of his congressional run!
Snow Day in Bay County
For the first time since 1989, northwest Florida got to enjoy a few snow days. We had snow much fun seeing all the great pictures everyone shared with us. We were even lucky enough to have our very own BBIA snow man! Thank you to Marty Parrett for his creative genius.
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FHBA Spring Conference
Support the Building Industry at the 2025 FHBA Legislative Conference
Join us March 24-26 in Tallahassee for the FHBA Legislative Conference, where industry leaders and members come together to advocate for Florida’s residential construction and remodeling industry. This event offers legislative training, engagement with elected officials, and critical discussions on industry priorities. Your participation helps demonstrate the strength of our industry’s voice—don’t miss this opportunity to make an impact!
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BBIA Member Job Board
Exciting News!! Your BBIA has a new Job Board group – your go-to hub for connecting skilled professionals with exciting opportunities in the building industry. BBIA members are welcome to post their job listings, and community members seeking positions can share their profiles and job interests here. Please follow and contribute to helping our industry workforce thrive!
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Membership
The Membership Committee is in need of volunteers. Please contact Claudia Gunselman (Kitchen Designs Group), Committee Chair, for more information on how you can participate.
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Young Professionals
The Young Professionals are currently developing ways to attract and retain young talent in the industry. Can you lend your expertise to this discussion? Volunteers are needed. Contact Chad Overby (ABC Supply) and Josh Shaw (Sunbelt Rentals.)
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Women in Construction
WIC is on the cusp of chartering a national Professional Women in Building Council. Interested in learning more? Please contact Vickie Patterson (Propwic Construction), Committee Chair.
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