BIA Award Nomination Submission Form

Know an individual making a meaningful impact in the home‑building industry? Nominate them for the 2027 BIA Awards and help recognize the leaders who strengthen our community and advance our industry.

Submit your nomination today and shine a spotlight on the outstanding members contributing to the success of your BIA across our region.

Deadline to submit is 5pm on December 1st  - Awards to be presented on April 30th at the BIA BIG Night awards


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Irving E. Schottenstein Builder of the Year Award:
This award was renamed in honor of the late Irving E. Schottenstein, co-founder of M/I Homes, and is given to a builder/remodeler member or company for encouraging the American dream of homeownership, maintaining professional excellence, and supporting the standards and policies of the BIA.


Associate of the Year Award:
This award is given to an associate member or company in recognition of high business and ethical standards and contributions to the home building industry and the BIA.

Citizen of the Year Award:
This award is given to a non-BIA member who has performed service resulting in major benefits to the community and the building industry.

Washburn Schofield Memorial Award:
This award is named in honor of Earl Washburn and Byron Schofield, two outstanding past BIA members, and is given to a member or company of the BIA who has performed service resulting in major benefits to the building industry and the community.


Rising Star Award:
This award honors emerging leaders. Rising Stars are at the beginning of their career and will exemplify leadership qualities and show a dedication to activities which build industry relationships and promote professional development. The Rising Star will be awarded to an individual representing excellence as a Builder, a Remodeler, or an Associate.

BIA Hall of Fame:
The Hall of Fame inductees are members who have made the greatest contribution to the BIA since the formation of the Association in 1943. This award is presented to those who have demonstrated exceptional qualities of leadership as well as displayed exemplary dedication to the industry and their community. The Building Industry Awards Hall of Fame recognizes members that have an unprecedented history of exceptional service and is the highest honor a member can receive.



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Irving E. Schottenstein Builder of the Year Award
Associate of the Year Award
Citizen of the Year Award
Washburn Schofield Memorial Award
Rising Star Award
BIA Hall of Fame

A few sentences about your nominee and their achievements

Please email Margaret at Margaret@biahomebuilders.com