Networking Membership meetings and outings provide many excellent opportunities to network with your peers. Meetings usually offer presentations on topics pertinent to the construction industry. Events such as our Texas Hold'em tournament, networking events, national convention, etc., also offer a chance to meet with other ABC members while also having some fun! Business Development OpportunitiesABC members prefer to do business with other ABC members. Business development opportunities are created through networking with other members and through programs offered by ABC National such as the National online contractor directory - www.findcontractors.com- and the Accredited Quailty Contractor (AQC) program. The Excellence in Construction Awards program and gala recognize the efforts and hard work of members that result in excellent construction projects. Training and Education ABC offers overs a ton of educational seminars on craft training, management and safety topics each year, with registration fees that are on average less than half of what other organizations charge for similar courses.
Legislative RepresentationThe combined efforts of Sierra Nevada ABC and ABC National ensure that our views are represented and heard on a local and national level. ABC represents members before the General Assembly, Governor's office, Regulatory Agencies and local governmental entities. ABC National’s Government Affairs Department has an extensive staff of lobbyists and others working on federal legislation impacting the construction industry. For more information about ABC local and national legislative efforts, go to our Government Affairs page.
Industry News and InformationMembers are updated on topics impacting the construction industry through Construction Executive magazine and the e-newsletter Newsline.Savings on Construction Related Products and Services Partnerships with McGraw-Hill help ABC members save money and keeps them up-to-date via printed materials. For more information on these savings, click here.
Health Insurance, Retirement and Other Affinity ProgramsABC provides members an opportunity to offer their employees a comprehensive health insurance plan. Other affinity programs also help members save with Enterprise Fleet Management, DHL Express, Shell Oil, Office Depot, Engineering News Record and others. Visit ABC National's page for more details and more companies that will help you save!