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2019 Year in Review & Looking Ahead

YEAR IN REVIEW &

2019 seems like a decade ago! We engaged members and our community in new and creative ways, developed strategic partnerships, launched innovative programs, and hosted record-setting events.

INDUSTRY

Partnered on two new industry workforce development programs

EDUCATION

Partnered to organize and develop North Bay Construction Corps Program - Marin.

Provided scholarships totaling over $20,000

COMMUNITY

Expanded partnerships with local and regional organizations

ADVOCACY

Executed the Permit Simplicity business plan with our partners in Novato and Tiburon

MARIN BUILDERS BY THE NUMBERS*

WE PROVIDED OVER

15,556

REFERRALS TO LOCAL CONSTRUCTION PROFESSIONALS

50 STUDENTS PER YEAR TO OUR WORKFORCE

WE EXPANDED NEW VOCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAMS THAT WILL ADD OVER

87%

OF OUR MEMBERS STAY WITH US YEAR AFTER YEAR

LOOKING AHEAD

As we emerge from the challenges and changes brought on by COVID-19, the Marin Builders Association will help facilitate a bright future for our industry, our workforce, and the young people in our community. As part of our 5 year vision in 2018, we asked what does Marin Builders Association look like in 2023?

The first thought for homeowners and business owners considering any type of construction project A key partner to organizations that are comitted to community, economy, and education Trusted consultant across Marin County, helping municipalities improve the permitting process

The most valuable Marin resource for over 750 local and regional member firms Conduit for local training programs that prepare 100+ individuals per year for work in the construction industry  Owner and operator of a first-class facility that acts as the center for the construction industry in Marin

WE SURVEYED OVER 4,000 APPLICANTS ABOUT THEIR EXPERIENCE WITH THE BUILDING PERMIT PROCESS

WE AWARDED OVER $20,000

IN SCHOLARSHIPS TO HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS

WE HOSTED OVER

1,200

BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY LEADERS AT OUR EVENTS, TRAININGS, WORKSHOPS AND CLASSES

91

FIRMS JOINED IN 2019

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