ABC will be sending out 2010 membership renewal invoices in September. This will allow members extra time to schedule payment of their dues. The ABC Board of Directors urges you take this opportunity to renew your membership for next year and wants to share with you a few reasons why ABC membership is a valuable asset to your company:

• ABC provides business development opportunities for members through networking events, such as monthly dinner meetings, a new “Meet the Generals” night, golf tournament, dinner auction, and peer councils.
• ABC provides information to members on their rights and obligations on labor issues.
• ABC provides safety training and management education for you and your employees.
• ABC offers competitive Retro and health insurance programs.
• ABC members offer discounts to other members on both the local and national level.
• ABC provides resources, education and networking in the developing arena of sustainable construction.
• ABC continues to be the industry leader in supporting merit shop construction.

Here’s what other members say about renewing with ABC:

Les Sargeant, Chapter Chair, United Systems Mechanical, LLC

“In these times of a tight economy it is always easy to look at the cost of membership in an association like ABC as a way to trim expenses. However, I believe the value received in the areas of safety, Retro, staff training and educational development, government affairs, and networking with other professionals in our industry will far exceed the out-of-pocket cost of membership and will better position our company for growth and expansion once the economy rebounds.”

Erin VerHoeven, Chapter Chair-Elect, Corstone Contractors, LLC

“Fighting to maintain free enterprise is even more important in a down economy. ABC helps ensure that merit shop contractors preserve our opportunities to compete in the public market. Combined with a significant Retro refund, my return on investment in ABC is excellent. I continue my membership with ABC even in the toughest years because ABC protects my business and helps my bottom line.”

ABC continues to offer high value services and products that will foster the growth of your business in 2010 and beyond. Renew your membership to ensure your company stays on the cutting edge of the industry. Most importantly, with your renewal ABC can continue its commitment to helping your company’s bottom line. If you have questions, please contact Wendy Novak or Kim Trautman at (800) 640-7789 or (425) 646-8000.