Due to increased interest, the 2026-27 Building Officials Leadership Academy (BOLA) application deadline has been extended to Thursday, March 26, 2026.

Apply for the 2026-27 Building Officials Leadership Academy (BOLA), taking place May 4-8, in Sacramento.  

If you’re ready to grow as a leader in the building safety profession, BOLA offers executive-level training and networking with peers from across California. This Academy features five days of in-person leadership trainings in Sacramento plus three elective courses at CALBO Education Weeks (North or South). Graduates are recognized at a future CALBO Education Week to celebrate their accomplishments and growth as building safety leaders.

CLICK HERE for Application Packet -
Application Deadline Thursday, March 26, 2026
*Follow Directions Below*

How to submit an application?

Step 1. Review the Registration Packet

Step 2. Complete Fillable PDF Participation Form (including your supervisor) on page 7

Step 3. Complete the Fillable PDF Application Form on page 8

Step 4. Email the two completed PDF forms, your PDF resume, and a PDF statement of interest in ONE PDF document to lherman@calbo.org.

*For your statement of interest, please address how BOLA will assist you in your current position and future career in building-safety.

Step 5. Applicants will be notified after the deadline.*

*IMPORTANT: Only applicants with all the required materials will be considered.

For application assistance, please email Lauren Valdez or call 916-457-1103.