Politics & Policy

Our Professional Association actively works with all levels of government to represent member interests and the merit shop our industry. Fortune magazine has recognized our efforts in Washington, D.C., by naming the association one of the “most influential” organizations in the United States.

Business Development

Growing your company has never been easier. From business leads and referrals to green building initiatives and awards programs, Our Association offers tools to help its members develop business opportunities and promote company achievements and capabilities to potential clients.

Member Benefits

Our Association's members can take advantage of exclusive savings on business-to-business services offered through our Association's discount programs. Descriptions about the savings and services, along with contact information and direct links, are provided for each of the partnering companies.

Safety Programs

Our Association's safety programs and products help members maintain safer work spaces, one of the industry’s most critical needs. In addition to training resources, we provide our members with the a Training and Evaluation Process guide – the industry’s leading safety evaluation program.

Education & Training

Our Association is a leader in training for all of our members. Through our chapters, our Association delivers programs that equip craft professionals with the knowledge and skills they need to improve their productivity and safety, and advance their careers. The delivery of services and programs varies by region.

Industry Publications

Our Association provides a wealth of resources to assist our members in staying current with the industry-related information they need to make informed business decisions. In addition, Our Association provides communications leadership and support by working closely with the news media to communicate the industry’s positions to policy makers, owners, educators and the public on a wide range of public policy issues.

Student Outreach

Our Association actively promotes our members with top career choices for high school and college students. Our chapters and members partner with schools, meet with students and instructors, and hold special events to promote careers in our industry.

Insurance Programs

The Association's Merit Choice® insurance program encompasses both an insurance agency and an association-based insurance trust. Members who choose our Association as their insurance provider receive outstanding support and value-added services. Our Association Merit Choice exclusively serves members with insurance and fringe benefit solutions that are objective and resource-based. These solutions include benefit programs, incentive-based programs, health and welfare programs and related services. Member companies rely on our Association to administer programs that help them attract and retain employees, so their companies can enjoy continued growth and profitability.