Each BEC is:

• A component activity of local or state AIA Chapter cooperating with the
AIA, NIBS and BETEC Consistent with the rules of the local AIA component

• An interdisciplinary forum with architects, engineers, consultants, manufacturers, contractors, educators, etc.

• An autonomous profit center of the local AIA component

Each BEC has:

• A local leadership group of 5-11 Members

• Officers: Chair, Vice-chair/chair elect, secretary, and treasurer (perhaps)

• A chair who serves for two years

• A charter that conforms to the AIA/NIBS agreement, subject to AIA and NIBS approval

All interested in participating are encouraged to e-mail pcichowski@nibs.org stating name and contact info.