BILD offers different events to keep our members in touch with each other and the community and to provide opportunities for learning and career building.
Monthly Lunches
We gather on the third Tuesday of most months for a lunch meeting featuring speakers of note from the region. Past guests have included city and county officials from Tucson, Marana, Oro Valley, Sahuarita and others; leaders from the University of Arizona, Rio Nuevo and Sun Corridor; and representatives of the private sector, including home builders and developers.
Project Tours
In February and October, we invite our members and guests to tour our members’ projects. We’ve recently visited the new Caterpillar facility, ENR2 at the University, the AC Hotel by Marriott, and an archaeological dig site.
Workshops
Periodically, we invite our members to brown bag workshops for learning in a small-group environment. The gatherings provide an opportunity to improve skills in areas like writing, proposal design, business development, and networking.
Relaxation Day
We gather in August to network and celebrate the end of the summer with a free happy hour. It’s an opportunity to meet new people and reconnect with industry colleagues and friends in a laid back and congenial atmosphere.
Leadership Summit
Once a year, usually in September, we bring together a group of speakers and panelists for a half-day retreat focused on building leadership skills for experienced, mid-career, and new staffers in the A/E/C industry. We follow up the learning with a networking happy hour.
Holiday Lunch
Our December lunch is always the most fun and is free for members. We have lots of give-aways, a raffle to raise money for our local charity, and fun surprises. It’s our way to say thanks to our members and celebrate another successful year.
Join BILD for an evening of bowling, networking, and friendly competition with a chance to strengthen existing relationships, make new connections, and enjoy some well-deserved relaxation with fellow A/E/C professionals.
No experience necessary. Come for the people, stay for the fun!
FREE event for BILD Members, only $25 for non-members.
Registration closes July 30 – or sooner if all spots are filled. Reserve yours now!
Join BILD and SMPS for a discussion centered on the realities shaping Southern Arizona’s economic trajectory, with direct insight from the City of Tucson and Pima County.
This isn’t just a high-level overview or recap of the pillars that shape Southern Arizona’s economy. Instead, we’re opening the door to a more candid discussion about what’s driving growth in the region and what’s not, where deals are happening or why they aren’t, and what it takes to stay competitive in today’s economic and political landscapes.
Hear directly from City and County economic development leaders as they share perspectives on attracting and retaining business, navigating current challenges, and identifying what the region needs next to strengthen its position.
Equally important, this conversation turns outward, exploring how Arizona’s AEC and development community can play a more active role in supporting economic momentum and long-term viability.
Expect honest insights, practical perspectives, and a chance to connect across organizations invested in the region’s economic future.
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