Benefits of Membership

Knowledge is your best defense in this rapidly changing industry and association membership is the single, most authoritative source of industry information. Your membership ensures that you’ll be in-the-know.

Manatee-Sarasota BIA Members receive discounts through NAHB’s Member Advantage Program, FHBAVendor Choice Program. The programs range from GM Preferred Supplier Pricing to Verizon Wireless, Staples and more…membership can save hundreds of dollars!Be sure to sign up for the National Purchasing Partners for more great discounts. Contact Rebecca@ms-bia.org if you would like to offer a Member to Member Discount.

As an alliance of over 600 local members; 10,000 State members and 215,000+ national members from all areas of the industry, association membership is a one-stop networking shop! From local networking at monthly dinner meetings to state and national conventions, committees and special events there are hundreds of ways for you to meet and build relationships with fellow professionals, customers, and suppliers.

All work and no play makes for a dull association. Manatee-Sarasota BIA offers a variety of social events such as our annual Sarasota Slam Fishing Tournament, Golf Tournaments, Installation of Officers Event, Spike Club Events and Member Mixers. All are a great way to have fun and get to know your fellow members.

Everyday, NAHB, FHBA, and MSBIA fight to defeat excessive regulations that drive up the cost of housing. This puts money and time back in your pocket! On a local level, we keep you informed promptly and provide opportunities for you to make a difference.

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As a Manatee-Sarasota BIA member, you can attend FHBA and NAHB trade shows and expositions at a low member price and get a first hand look at all the latest products and services.

Sponsorships, Advertising, Parade of Homes, Sarasota Slam Fishing Tournament, Associate Appreciation Trade Show...There is something to fit your marketing needs and budget.

No one likes to leave money on the table. So, what would you think if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nation's leading Manufacturers? Well, now you can! The Member Rebate Program is a free member benefit available to all active Builder & Remodeler members that increases your bottom line. For the minimal effort of informing us about the products you use and when you complete a residential address, you'll be putting money back in your pocket. Both Builder & Remodeler companies, no matter how large or small, qualify for the program.

Make a difference by participating in Manatee-Sarasota BIA’s community outreach, including the Future Builders of America program. Manatee-Sarasota BIA works with local high schools and tech centers educating students about the building industry through the Future Builders of America Program and provides thousands of dollars in scholarships to local high school seniors annually.