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Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco Announces 2023 Director Election Results

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Friday, November 17, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco today announced the results of its 2023 director elections.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco today announced the results of its 2023 director elections.
  • FHLBank San Francisco members elected Laura Archuleta and Silvio Tavares to two open nonmember independent director positions.
  • The Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco is a member-driven cooperative that helps lenders in Arizona, California, and Nevada build strong communities, create opportunity, and change lives for the better.
  • Together with our members and other partners, we make the communities we serve more vibrant, equitable, and resilient.

Building Industry Association of Southern California Announces Winners of Hall of Legends and Century Awards

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Friday, November 17, 2023

The renowned soiree, created exclusively to celebrate the Building Industry Association of Southern California’s 100th year, inducted the inaugural class of honorees to the BIASC Hall of Legends and recognized the recipients of the esteemed Century Awards.

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  • The renowned soiree, created exclusively to celebrate the Building Industry Association of Southern California’s 100th year, inducted the inaugural class of honorees to the BIASC Hall of Legends and recognized the recipients of the esteemed Century Awards.
  • The evening also included an oath ceremony where the BIASC Governing Board and four local chapter Board of Directors were sworn into leadership for the association.
  • The renowned soiree, created exclusively to celebrate the Building Industry Association of Southern California’s 100th year, inducted the inaugural class of honorees to the BIASC Hall of Legends and recognized the recipients of the esteemed Century Awards.
  • BIASC Century Award winners––recognized under eight different categories––were selected for their leadership, achievements, and commitment to supporting housing and sustainability in the Southern California region.

Building Industry Association of Southern California Announces Hall of Legends and Century Awards

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

The inaugural Hall of Legends memorializes and pays tribute to talented leaders, while the Century Awards honors individuals and organizations for their longstanding, distinguished partnerships within the industry.

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  • The inaugural Hall of Legends memorializes and pays tribute to talented leaders, while the Century Awards honors individuals and organizations for their longstanding, distinguished partnerships within the industry.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231107859851/en/
    The Building Industry Association of Southern California (BIASC) today announced that the first class of the BIASC Hall of Legends and Century Award winners, two exemplary groups of individuals recognized for their notable work and significant impact in the building industry, will be revealed at the BIASC Centennial All Regional Gala Installation on Friday, November 10, 2023 at the Rancho Mission Viejo Equestrian Center in San Juan Capistrano, California.
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    “We’re honored to bring BIASC Leadership and members together to commemorate our esteemed Legends and Century Award winners,” said BIASC CEO Jeff Montejano.
  • BIASC will induct a new Hall of Legends class on an annual basis based on nominations from the four chapters and councils.

Adept Wins Prestigious MAME Awards for Outstanding Design and Merchandising

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

Adept's award-winning work in architectural design and interior merchandising stood out among the field of entrants.

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  • Adept's award-winning work in architectural design and interior merchandising stood out among the field of entrants.
  • Upon receiving the awards, Adept CEO Patrick Chraghchian stated, "We are immensely proud to receive these prestigious MAME Awards.
  • Adept Development, Architecture, and Construction is known for its strategic approach to real estate development, focusing on transparency, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.
  • Adept has been consistently acknowledged by the industry with recognition and awards, showcasing its ongoing commitment to successful projects and excellence in development.

Building Industry Association and Builders For Better Communities Foundation Present 2023 Junior Builder Fall Day Camp

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

The Building Industry Association of Southern California (BIASC), in partnership with Builders For Better Communities Foundation , has announced the 2023 Junior Builder Fall Day Camp , taking place on Saturday, October 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Heritage Neighborhood Center in Fontana.

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  • The Building Industry Association of Southern California (BIASC), in partnership with Builders For Better Communities Foundation , has announced the 2023 Junior Builder Fall Day Camp , taking place on Saturday, October 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Heritage Neighborhood Center in Fontana.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231025437739/en/
    The Building Industry Association of Southern California (BIASC) has announced the 2023 Junior Builder Fall Day Camp in partnership with Builders For Better Communities Foundation.
  • "I am thrilled to be a part of the Building Industry Association of Southern California's Fall Junior Builder Camp.
  • Registration and sponsorship opportunities for the 2023 Junior Builder Fall Day Camp are still open but filling up quickly.

Building Industry Association of Southern California Offers Complimentary Show Floor Pass to Veterans at the 2023 Building Industry Show

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231019412188/en/
    The Building Industry Association of Southern California (BIASC) is offering complimentary passes to veterans who are interested in attending the show floor at the Building Industry Show in an effort to connect veterans with the many opportunities available in the building industry.
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    The Building Industry Show is the largest and most comprehensive building trade show in Southern California.
  • “We encourage all veterans who are interested in pursuing a career in the building industry to attend the 2023 Building Industry Show,” said Montejano.
  • The Building Industry Association of Southern California is the voice of the region’s building industry, with four chapters offering localized services to building professionals from Ventura to the southern tip of Orange County.

Registrations Underway for Future-Focused Utility and Technology Boot Camp at Upcoming Building Industry Show

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Anticipation is mounting for the upcoming Building Industry Show ––SoCal’s largest trade show for the building industry––according to The Building Industry Association of Southern California (BIASC).

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  • Anticipation is mounting for the upcoming Building Industry Show ––SoCal’s largest trade show for the building industry––according to The Building Industry Association of Southern California (BIASC).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231011554940/en/
    Anticipation is mounting for the Building Industry Association of Southern California's (BIASC) upcoming Building Industry Show––SoCal’s largest trade show for the building industry.
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    “The Utility and Technology Boot Camp is one of the Show’s most anticipated segments because it centers on the future,” said Craig Foster , Chief Operating Officer/Executive Vice President for BIASC.
  • The Utility and Technology Boot Camp takes place on Thursday, October 26 from 7:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. at the Marriott Marquis San Diego.

Former NBA All-Star Metta World Peace Announced as BIS Keynote Speaker for Highly Anticipated Building Industry Show

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230928559517/en/
    The Building Industry Association of Southern California (BIASC) announced that former NBA champion Metta World Peace will serve as keynote speaker for the upcoming Building Industry Show, a highly anticipated two-day event featuring the largest building industry trade show in Southern California while celebrating the centennial anniversary of the BIASC and the 85th anniversary of the BIA of San Diego (BIA-SD).
  • “World Peace is not only a basketball legend, but he is also an entrepreneur, actor, author, philanthropist, and mental health leader––he exemplifies what being a true champion is all about.
  • Registrations are currently underway for show floor exhibitor booths, sponsorships, general attendees, and the USS Midway Celebration for the 2023 Building Industry Show .
  • Visit https://buildingindustryshow.com for more details and show updates, including information on how to register for the VIP Meet & Greet Photo Op with World Metta Peace.

Acclaimed Global Futurist Jim Carroll Announced as Keynote Speaker for Highly Anticipated Building Industry Show

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

The Building Industry Association of Southern California (BIASC) today announced that Jim Carroll, the world’s leading futurist and expert on trends and innovation, will serve as keynote speaker for the upcoming Building Industry Show , a highly anticipated two-day event featuring the largest building industry trade show in Southern California while celebrating the centennial anniversary of the BIASC and the 85th anniversary of the BIA of San Diego (BIA-SD).

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  • The Building Industry Association of Southern California (BIASC) today announced that Jim Carroll, the world’s leading futurist and expert on trends and innovation, will serve as keynote speaker for the upcoming Building Industry Show , a highly anticipated two-day event featuring the largest building industry trade show in Southern California while celebrating the centennial anniversary of the BIASC and the 85th anniversary of the BIA of San Diego (BIA-SD).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230921079477/en/
    Jim Carroll, the world’s leading futurist and expert on trends and innovation, will serve as keynote speaker for the upcoming Building Industry Show, a highly anticipated two-day event featuring the largest building industry trade show in Southern California while celebrating the centennial anniversary of the BIASC and the 85th anniversary of the BIA of San Diego (BIA-SD).
  • “We are honored to welcome such a globally respected speaker to our event,” said Craig Foster, Chief Operating Officer/Executive Vice President for BIASC.
  • Registrations are currently underway for show floor exhibitor booths, sponsorships, general attendees, and the USS Midway Celebration for the 2023 Building Industry Show .

Allen Matkins Expands its Renowned Environmental Group with Addition of Partner Stuart I. Block

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

Block has joined the firm as a partner in its Land Use, Environmental, and Natural Resources Group, in the firm's San Francisco office.

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  • Block has joined the firm as a partner in its Land Use, Environmental, and Natural Resources Group, in the firm's San Francisco office.
  • After 21 years of practice at two law firms known for their environmental work, Stuart co-founded and led Stice & Block LLP, an environmental and real estate firm in Oakland, CA.
  • Allen Matkins provides a platform that will enable Stuart to expand his environmental practice even further with support from the firm’s broad and deep bench of nationally-renowned real estate, environmental, and land use lawyers.
  • “Stuart’s broad-based environmental experience fits perfectly with Allen Matkins’ efforts to build the next generation of our environmental practice, and we are excited to have him join our team,” said Allen Matkins partner Kamran Javandel , co-chair of the firm’s Land Use, Environmental and Natural Resources group.