THE INSIDER
May 7, 2012

Inside this issue:
• CALENDAR 
• FROM THE EO’S CORNER 
• NEW MEMBERS 
• RENEWING MEMBERS 
• BIAWC’S CHARITY GOLF TOURAMENT SET FOR AUGUST 24th 
• BUILT GREEN / MCR JOINT MEETING 
• BIAW SUMMER BOARD MEETING 
---UPCOMING  CLASSES---
• "HELP US HELP YOU” WITH CLAIMS MANAGEMENT – is back! 
• BUILT GREEN PROFESSIONAL TRAINING in 6 SESSIONS 
• SIGA AIR SEALING WORKSHOP 
• NW WA AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS – 2 events 
• BUILDING PERFORMANCE CENTER CLASSES 
• EXPORTING SEMINAR 

CALENDAR
Thursday, May 10 – 11 a.m. (early for a speaker), GAC
Monday, May 14 – 11:30 a.m. Built Green® board
Tuesday, May 15 – 4:30 p.m. BIAWC Executive Committee
Wednesday, May 16 —11:30 – 1 p.m., Membership Committee
Thursday, May 17 – 11:30 a.m., BIAWC Board of Directors
Tuesday, May 22 —4:00-5:00 p.m., Golf Committee
Thursday, May 24 – 11 a.m., GAC
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FROM THE EO’S CORNER
     As our industry pulls itself out of the depths of the last four years, it is great to learn that our BIAW team in Olympia has done something never accomplished before.
     ROII is back!  Never has a retro program been on the ropes and recovered. Frank Romero and his team in Olympia have cleaned up claims, closed cases and turned around the loss ratios to produce a big win for you!  L&I officially parted with our funds on May 3rd. The BIAW team is calculating member rebates as you read this. The goal is to deliver checks by late May.  If you are on the fence about renewing or joining ROII stay tuned!  Checks are coming and they will be better than last year (assuming your company loss ratio is still favorable). It’s not too late to renew your membership or join ROII for the first time.  There is no minimum premium requirement. Enrollment has been extended to allow more members to get in the program. Contact Jenn Wright 1-800-228-4229 or call us here at BIAWC 671-4247.  New to the program?  Fill out the Release Form located at www.biawc.com  under the membership tab located in the ROII section. 
      Don’t forget to do business with a member. Please encourage your business associates to join with us and become a member of BIAWC.
      And please remember to pass the word about Baker Creek Place as a location for your next event!
     Thanks for being a member.
     It’s a new day at BIA!
     BAE
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NEW MEMBERS
Please welcome Richard Eggemeyer of Salish Highlands and Troy Patrick of Paint the Town to BIAWC.
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RENEWING MEMBERS
The following members have shown their continued support of the BIAWC through their renewed membership:  Bayside Services, Buyer’s Market, Dykstra Construction Services, K Engineers, North County Lawn Care, Reichhardt and Ebe Engineering, Talbot Real Estate, The Landings at Colony Wharf, Trus Joist / Weyerhaeuser, Western Concrete Pumping, Wiebe Construction
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BIAWC’S CHARITY GOLF TOURAMENT SET FOR AUGUST 24th  - SAVE THE DATE.
Planning has begun for the 2012 Golf Tournament, titled MADforePLAID,  scheduled for August 24, 2012, at Shuksan Golf Course.  This much anticipated and fun event which benefits the Construction Careers Academy and the BIAWC Scholarship Fund is always a sought after opportunity for sponsors.  First rights of acceptance are going out this month to last year’s sponsors before we open up these opportunities in June for new sponsors.  However, there are a few sponsorships which went unattached last year and can be grabbed up now such as Title Sponsorship, Golf Cart Sponsor, Hole in One Sponsor and the Straightest Drive, Men & Women.  Please contact Sharon Kingston if you’re interested in supporting this year’s event.  Visit www.biawc.com/golf for more information.

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BUILT GREEN / MCR JOINT MEETING
June 11 – 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Join MRC and Built Green® to hear Todd Pesek of Vinyltek talk about glazing options to satisfy the new energy code. This is a brown bag lunch — bring your own. The two groups will hold their business meetings at the end of the joint presentation.
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BIAW SUMMER BOARD MEETING
June 27, 28, 29 – Red Lion Inn, Pasco
It's not too early to make your reservation for the BIAW Summer Board meeting at the Red Lion Inn, Pasco. BIAW's block of rooms will be held until May 12. Call the Red Lion Hotel at 800-733-5466 to reserve your room. Mention you are with BIAW  to receive the group rate of $105.95/single or $110.95/double. Contact Amanda or Jan R. at 800-228-4229 for more information.
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-------------------------------UPCOMING CLASSES -----------------------------------

"HELP US HELP YOU” WITH CLAIMS MANAGEMENT – is back!
You can take this class in Skagit County on May 31. Register now!
Claims management is the key to success with the ROII program!  If you missed last month’s class at BIAWC, sign up now to take it from SICBA.
Learn how you can help us help you get claims closed quicker at lower costs! A proactive approach to claims management can improve your bottom line. This information-packed, interactive 3 hour class will teach you effective ways to close claims quickly and what you can do to prevent a workplace injury.
Walk away knowing:
• The warning signs of a bogus claim.
• How to prevent a claim from spinning out of control.
• How a return-to-work program works and how you can get reimbursement for half of the payroll costs of employees on modified duty work.
• How better hiring practices can actually reduce injuries in your work place and save you time, money and aggravation.
BIAW is offering the class without charge. The program includes lunch.
WHEN: 11-2:00 on Thursday, May 31.
WHERE: Farmhouse Restaurant, 13724 LaConner Whitney Rd, Mount Vernon.
REGISTER THROUGH BIAW: Contact Amanda Beth Fields at (360) 352-7800, ext. 114 or email: amandaf@biaw.com.
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BUILT GREEN PROFESSIONAL TRAINING in 6 SESSIONS
May 8, 15, 22 – 2 sessions per day, 8:30 am-11:30 am and 1-4 pm in Mount Vernon
Sponsored by SICBA, North Puget Sound Association of Realtors and others.
This Built Green® Professional Training series is designed to provide community-building professionals with local, accessible, and relevant information to be positioned in the new marketplace. Six sessions provide detailed information to help you navigate green building certifications, understand and communicate basic building science, market to savvy consumers, and build your client base.
Explore green real estate in this engaging series that serves to help you define the many shades of green building and to distinguish green building programs, topics, and terminology that will enhance your marketability. Navigating this expanding market is made easy by 20-year veteran of green building and winner of the 2010 Built Green Pioneer award. Learn about the features and benefits of green homes that sell and enhance value. Green homes are selling for more and in less time in King County and the market transformation is beginning in Skagit County. Be on the forefront of this emerging market by distinguishing yourself as a Built Green® Professional.
This 18-clock hour series is certified by Built Green®. 
Each session priced at $25, including certified Real Estate and Appraiser Clock Hours. Contact Mary or Laura at NPSAR, 1-360-416-4902 or Mary@NPSAR.comto register for all six sessions, 2 each on Tuesdays, May 8th, 15th, and 22nd 2012 in Mount Vernon.
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SIGA AIR SEALING WORKSHOP
Monday, May 21, 1-4 p.m. at BIAWC’s Baker Creek Place
For building and construction professionals only!  Learn about the latest technology. Achieve long-term building value by correct and reliable sealing. General more projects as a certified expert in air sealing.  New applications to be discussed:  Vapor control layer Maj[ell 5, for between-rafter insulation, vapor permeable, fixed US perms 0.68.  And Wigluv 60, for high adhesive strength at high and low temperatures, usable in all weather conditions, vapor permeable > 1.7 US perms.
Register at www.smallplanetworkshop.com.
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NW WA AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS announces:
1. Engineered Wood Framing (1 CEU *): Self Report
May 15, 12-1 pm at Builders Alliance, Bellingham.
Weyerhaeuser Co. will present information and handouts on I Level engineered framing materials. Topics include common engineered wood joists, beams and columns for conventional light frame construction. Builders Alliance will provide handouts of commonly stocked engineered wood products and their relative cost. Lunch provided.
Fee: NWAIA members $5, Non-members $10.
Registration: 3-day advanced registration with fee is required for this event. (* = Self Report). Required payment to be made 3 days prior to the event (to confirm catering needs) by mailed check to NWAIA PO BOX AB Bellingham, WA 98227. Please include phone number or e-mail.
2. Miller Hall Renovation Building Tour (1 CEU *): Self Report
May 17, 7:00-8:00 pm at Miller Hall, main entrance off Red Square, WWU.
David Willett, AIA Architect of Western Washington University (WWU) and John Teserak of Dawson Construction, Inc. will guide a special building tour of Miller Hall on campus. The renovation featured an innovative excavation and structural reinforcement of the existing basement. No Fee for building tour. Parking passes are required.
Contact for both events is Thomas S. Entrikin, Executive Director, 671 9555, director@nwaia.org.
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BUILDING PERFORMANCE CENTER CLASSES
Classes at the BPC, 3406 Redwood Ave., include:
1. Lead Safe Work Practices:  EPA, WA State RRP & HUD
May 16, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Cost:  $275.00 (includes $25.00 Washington State Lead Certification fee)
Instructor:  Jon Martin
This training is designed for those who have had no lead training. Successful completion of the course will lead to EPA Certified Renovator certification. HUD requirements are also covered during this training. This class is approved for certification for the Renovator, Repair and Painting Program pursuant to Section 402 of the Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA)(15U.S.C. 2682) and WAC Code 365-230 (Washington State).
To register, click here.
2.  Combustion Safety 
May 30 & 31 – 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Cost:  $550.00
Instructor:  Chris Clay
This workshop focuses on basic safety testing of combustion appliances. Procedures to determine appliance drafts will be reviewed. Proper use of the digital manometer, draft gauges, chemical smoke and techniques for resolving pressure problems will be emphasized. This is not a combustion appliance repair course, this course is about identifying existing problems and predicting how house tightening or duct repair will cause problems, or make existing problems worse.
To register, click here.
3.  Advanced Pressure Diagnostics, Blower Door
June 6 & 7 – 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost:  $550.00
Instructor:  John Davies and Warren Mizzi
This workshop takes pressure diagnostics to the next level. Participants will learn methods for predicting potential for air leakage reduction in floors, walls and ceilings adjacent to buffer zones (attic, crawlspace, attached garage). These methods can help determine whether air sealing work is needed or completed. 
Click here to register.
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EXPORTING SEMINAR
June 27 & 28 at Moss Adams
The Bellingham office of Moss Adams LLP has partnered with the Washington Small Business Development Center and the International Trade Alliance to offer small and midsize businesses a two-day seminar on exporting products and services overseas.
 
The seminar will take place at Moss Adams on June 27 and 28 and cover many critical topics, including tax considerations, financing, logistics, international marketing and certifications, intellectual property, risk, and expansion.  "This is a unique opportunity for businesses looking to enter the world market for the first time," said David Parlato, senior manager at Moss Adams. "You don't have to be a large organization to find success overseas."
 
Following the seminar's last session, Moss Adams will host a social networking event for attendees, advisors, and other exporters at Jalapeno’s Family Mexican Restaurant in Barkley Village. The seminar fee is $75, and registration can be found at wsbdc.org/training-calendar.
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