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

To stay competitive, contractors are continually looking for ways to win work and deliver that work profitably.  ABC offers tools to help its members grow business and highlight company achievements and capabilities to potential clients. 

Download an overview of our business development programs.

Member Awards

ABC offers many awards that highlight the quality of its member companies. Members should also check with the local chapter for additional award opportunities.

  • Excellence in Construction
  • National Safety Excellence Award
  • National Diversity Excellence Award
  • STEP Diamond and Platinum

Accredited Quality Contractor

The AQC program honors construction firms which have documented their commitment in five key areas of corporate responsibility:

  • Quality
  • Safety
  • Training
  • Community Relations
  • Employee Benefits

AQC designated contractors enjoy wide recognition within the industry, the business community and the public.

Webinars
In today's competitive arena, contractors need efficient educational opportunities.  ABC offers a variety of webinars covering topics important today and tomorrow.

Peer Groups
ABC Peer Groups bring together similar members to find unique solutions to common barriers. Network with your colleagues to share best practices and grow your business.

Save Money With Exclusive Discounts From ABC's Business Partners

Your Discounts Offset the Membership Fee


Every business is different, but every contractor has expenses. Here’s how much a typical contractor with 15 employees can expect to save in one year with just a few of the ABC member business discounts. Example of Company Savings

Product or Service

 

Savings

Chevrolet Cargo Van

1 vehicle

$1,000

FedEx Shipping

2 envelopes/week

$628

Verizon Wireless Service

7 cell phones

$980

Aramark Apparel Rental

8 rentals/week

$850
Total Savings for Year: $3,458 

“Our construction business has 18 employees. Currently, we’re saving $4,176 with two of ABC’s discount programs, which more than pays for our membership dues.”

—Pamela Volm

Annapolis Contracting, Inc.

Saving You Money*

Tap into exclusive discounts for ABC members and save on business services and products you’re already purchasing.

• General Motors – Save up to $1,000 per vehicle on top of other incentives

• Verizon Wireless – Save up to 20% on mobile phone plans

• FedEx – Save 29% on overnight delivery services

• Ford – Save up to $2,500 per fleet vehicle on top of other fleet discounts

• Aramark – Save 20% on safety apparel

• And More! – See all the vendors and get the most current program updates at www.abc.org/discounts.

* Vendors and discounts subject to change.

Building Your Business

Take advantage of great resources and programs to grow your business.

• Find A Contractor – Lists your business on ABC’s online member database with powerful search tools

• Accredited Quality Contractor – Shows prospective clients that you have achieved a high level of corporate responsibility

• Safety Training Evaluation Process – Improves your company’s safety practices and can lower your workers’ compensation insurance rates

• Excellence in Construction Awards – Showcases your company’s best projects

• Networking Events – Connects you with contractors and leaders in the construction field

• Peer Groups – Share experiences with contractors from across the country

Keeping You Informed

ABC provides resources to help you stay current with the information you need to make better business decisions.

• Construction Executive – The magazine for the business of construction

• ABC Newsline – Weekly electronic newsletter for merit shop contractors

• Local Newsletters – Print and electronic publications of regional interest

• Legal Resources – Get help on labor and construction law issues

• Construction Economic Update – Stay current on news that impacts your business

Founded on the merit shop philosophy, Associated Builders and Contractors helps its members win work and deliver that work safely, ethically and profitably for the betterment of the communities in which ABC and its members work. As a full-service trade association, ABC offers a variety of information, tools and services to its members. Learn more about our membership.

Membership is available for general contractors, subcontractors, associates and suppliers.

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