The BA of Greater Indianapolis (BAGI) Bash

HBA: BA of Greater Indianapolis

Category: Revenue

Location: Indianapolis

Size: Local Association: 201-600 members

Year: 2023

The BAGI Bash is a one-day trade exhibit show created by the BA of Greater Indianapolis to market associate members to builder members. This event allows BA members to meet more personally than a typical trade show. The show allows associates to showcase the latest products and services offered to builder members. Through communications, social media, and word of mouth, the BA was able to sell out all 86 booths. Additionally, there is a theme and a cash prize given to the best-dressed booth.

The event starts with opening doors at 11:00 a.m. and speed dating from 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. The speed dating component allows members who purchase booths to select their top ten choices from a list of about 25 builders. The exhibitors get matched with approximately four to six builders on their list for a ten-minute speed dating opportunity. The BA also has a board election running simultaneously with the show, with the call for the vote at 4:30 p.m., followed by a panel or speaker. A cocktail reception takes place from 6-7 p.m. afterward, the board election results are announced, and the silent auction closes. Throughout the day, there are 50/50 raffles and door prizes for builders and associates.