Greetings!

Here we are in the most stressful time of the year. Many of the expectations we have built up in ourselves can get in the way of the traditional meaning of the season.

This also becomes the time we look towards a New Year, new goals, new aspirations. It does not matter if it is about our business, career, or personal life, it is ingrained in us to look to the future. Below are four committees or councils the Desert Valleys Builders Association would like you to consider joining and leading to pursue your goals for the DVBA and your business connections. This is your organization. You make it strong.

• Events
• Membership
• Sales and Marketing
• Professional Women in Building

Mission Statement The DVBA is an association of building industry professionals, representing all levels of the construction industry and committed to ensuring that building of all types remains vibrant and strong in our region. We are dedicated to providing excellence in community development while protecting the natural beauty of the Coachella and Imperial Valleys.

Vision Statement To be an industry sector leader and collaborative partner in the complex economic and regulatory environments of the Coachella and Imperial Valleys.

To express interest in joining one of our committees, please call Vickie or myself at (760)776-7001

Warmest holiday wishes,

James Brownyard

Executive Director

Upcoming Events

Does your company have a story to share? 

We will be adding a Member of the Month to “Spotlight” to our weekly DVBA Newsletter! This is your chance to showcase your journey, highlight your business, and share the passion behind what you do. What we will need are two or three high-quality photos and a short write-up about your business, your mission, and what makes your company unique.

Selected businesses will be featured in front of our engaged community for one month, giving your company more industry exposure and helping you connect with new customers.

Interested? Email your story and photos to Vickie at admin@thedvba.org with the subject line Member of the Month Spotlight Submission.

Let’s celebrate the amazing businesses that are literally building our communities! 

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