In its early days, between 1946 and 1960, multiple strike actions resulted in some gains for workers, but after 1960, when Ottiwell Simmons, a trained union organizer became president, BIU became a professional organization focusing on training organizers and functionaries.
In its early years, between 1946 and 1960, various labor disputes led to some benefits for workers, but after 1960, when Ottiwell Simmons, a skilled union organizer, took the reins as president, BIU transformed into a professional organization concentrating on training organizers and officials.