y|GEN Monthly Newsletter

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Community Tour

Thursday, September 18th

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Cota Vera, Chula Vista

945 La Media Pkwy

Chula Vista, CA, 91913

Step into the future of urban development at Côta Vera, the newest and most dynamic master-planned community in Chula Vista’s Otay Ranch! With 2,700 homes in Phase 1 and an estimated 3,200 in Phase 2, this massive project is a front-row seat to the collaboration between land developers, builders, and city planners shaping tomorrow’s neighborhoods.

If you’re passionate about real estate, construction, or city planning, this exclusive experience will provide valuable insights, hands-on learning, and a behind-the-scenes view of how large-scale communities come to life. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to explore the future of master-planned living!

Member Testimonial

Stepping into the building industry as a young professional can be a lot to navigate. yGen has provided an avenue that has been extremely helpful in learning the industry and making genuine connections. It’s not just about exchanging business cards at a formal event, yGen has provide a special group where you are building real relationships with other professionals who are advancing in their careers. The mix of experience levels and roles is incredibly valuable, as you get perspectives you wouldn’t find anywhere else.

Andrew Becht

Acrisure

2025 y|GEN Board Member

NAHB Build-PAC Cocktail Reception & Dinner

y|GEN members are invited to an exclusive NAHB Build-PAC Dinner with National Leadership on October 21st. Join us for an evening of policy, insights, strategy, and connection at The Godfather Restaurant. This is an exclusive opportunity for y|GEN members to engage with national leadership, gain insider perspectives, and connect with peers while shaping the conversation on the future of housing.

Topics for Discussion:

Turning Political Winds Into Builder Wins - 2025 & Beyond
Bringing National Strategies for Local Impact
Forecasting Fannie, Freddie, and the Fed - Where Are They Headed?

Tuesday, October 21st

6:00 PM

The Godfather Restaurant

7878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.

San Diego, CA, 92111

Special y|GEN Member Contribution: $75

Payment can be made via credit card or NAHB at buildpac.org/contribute

*Once you are registered, please notify Nilay Barefield at nilay.barefield@tfgroup.com

Advocacy You Should Know

AB 130

As part of a CBIA coalition, we are requesting that City’s join the CBIA’s call to revise Section 58 in the newly passed AB 130. This portion of the legislation will allow VMT charges in cities that can add costs to housing production. The coalition, Care About Housing, is getting early interest from some jurisdictions and we are hopeful that the San Diego region will be well represented.

Take Advantage of Your y|GEN Membership For The Remainder of The Year at HALF THE COST!

We're half way through the year, but there is still so much benefit to your membership remaining! Our Young Generation of Leaders Council still has 2 great events left in 2025 that are EXCLUSIVE to y|GEN members. Think of all the networking and educational opportunities we still have yet to come! Sign up for your 2025 membership and attend our upcoming events for free! For the remainder of the year, our y|GEN membership dues have been prorated to $100.

Questions? Contact our Staff Liaison Elena Mineo at elena@biasandiego.org

RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP!

Connect With Us Outside of y|GEN!

Looking to connect with fellow y|GEN members outside of our official events?

Reach out to Daniel de Leon at ddeleon@psrs.com

UPCOMING y|GEN EVENTS

SAVE THE DATE

Thursday, September 18th

End of the Year Party

5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

*y|GEN Mentors and Mentees get 1 hour early access*

9990 AleSmith Court

San Diego, CA, 92126

Come celebrate another successful year with the BIA! Don't miss out on BIA's annual end of the year event with our builders, associates, and young leaders. Join us at AleSmith in Miramar to network with your fellow industry peers while we recognize key individuals who have made an impact on progress for housing and meet the 2024 BIA leadership for the first time.

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