CALBO will hold the 2026-2027 Building Officials Leadership Academy (BOLA) in May 2026 in Sacramento. Dates to be announced in early 2026.
Seeking to maximize the leadership capabilities of seasoned public safety professionals, in addition to those who seek a future within California’s building departments, BOLA provides executive-level coursework along with networking opportunities among program peers and mentors to allow each participant the opportunity to utilize the program to its full potential.
The BOLA core curriculum consists of five training days in Costa Mesa. In addition, all BOLA participants are required to complete three elective courses offered at the CALBO Education Weeks. After a participant successfully completes all BOLA requirements, each will be recognized and honored an Education Week.
- Learn with fellow future building department leaders from across California.
- Attend course curriculum that will help you build upon and develop your leadership capabilities.
- Network with and learn from state agency representatives and CALBO leadership.
- Learn how to set and evaluate your professional roadmap and applicable timeline, including long and short term goals, for your future plans as a building-safety leader.
- Work one-on-one with seasoned Building Officials, who serve as official BOLA mentors for participants.
Registration is limited, so please do not wait.
Join the Waitlist Now! To be added to the 2026-2027 waitlist for next year’s Academy, please email the CALBO Office.
