It is with great pride that we announce the 2023-2024 CALBO Course Development Merit Award. Congratulations to the following content contributors of the newest leadership endeavor, Permit Technician Career Advancement Academy.

Course Development Merit Award

Permit Technician Career Advancement Academy Content and Course Developers

CALBO Training Institute launched its newest training endeavor, Permit Technician Career Advancement Academy, last year to redefine the future of counter technicians.  This groundbreaking Academy is dedicated to honing the technical and interpersonal skills of counter technicians, paving the way for stronger, more efficient building department operations and services.  With a focus on long-term career planning, this academy is not just a training ground—it’s a transformative journey towards leadership and professional growth. This new Academy owes its success to the dedication and expertise of the exceptional content contributors and visionary course developers who are honored with the 2023-2024 Course Development Merit Award.  

These individuals have contributed both their knowledge and passion into crafting curriculum that transcends traditional training.  Their commitment to excellence is evident in the depth of the topics, the richness of material, and the invaluable student support provided.  The academy extends heartfelt gratitude to these remarkable individuals who served as the Academy course developers and instructors for their invaluable contributions to the advancement of our profession through the strengthening of counter technicians.

• Ciara Barnett, County of Los Angeles

• Carla Campos, City of Roseville

• Jesse De Anda, City of Pasadena

• Shane Diller, CALBO Past President

• Nicholas Moore, City of Glendale

• Raj Patel, JAS Pacific

• Sara Retmier, City of Beaumont

• Andrew Stuffler, CSG Consultants, Inc.

• Ron Takiguchi, JAS Pacific

• Bridgette Williams, CSG Consultants, Inc.

• Brad Wungluck, City of Manteca