Top 10 Reasons To Join
"Membership has its privileges" as the famous American Express ad says. This is also true of AGC. As an AGC member, you have the benefit of over 80 years representing the interests of the construction industry. Maryland Chapter, AGC offers a variety of services to its members.
1. Superior Education & Training for Senior Executives thru Line Supervisors and Craftsmen.
Maryland AGC offers a vast array of educational programs to help you improve your bottom line. Through learning opportunities like Construction Quality Management for Contractors, The Basics of Commercial HVAC Systems, AGC/Corps of Engineers USACE Safety Course, and more, Maryland AGC grooms construction leaders and their workforces to outperform the competition. Complementing those programs are scores of professional services and more than 400 text books, videotapes and compliance tools – providing a high-quality, low-cost education on all aspects of the construction trade.
2. Business Development Opportunities.
Through Maryland AGC Chapter meeting and networking events, you'll exchange best-practice methods and know-how with recognized industry leaders. Only AGC members are afforded this exclusive networking opportunity. Its one of the best reasons to belong – yet it's benefit whose value cannot be adequately conveyed in any brochure or publication.
3. Aggresive Lobbying & Advocacy for Contractors in Annapolis & Washington, DC.
AGC's influence among congress members & staff, White House officials, and legislative operatives is unmatched by any other construction organization. AGC's public relations efforts are second to none. No institution is working harder or enjoying greater success than AGC in improving the industry's image. And, in Annapolis, our team of experts monitors the Maryland General Assembly on a daily basis. Thorough reports are issued weekly and when there is a "hot' topic, members are notified immediately. The combined effort of National AGC and Maryland AGC ensures that the construction industry's views are seen and heard.
4. Full Spectrum of Health & Safety Resources.
Maryland AGC is dedicated to helping you protect your greatest asset – your employees – through proven, effective techniques and training. We offer a full spectrum of training courses for safety professionals and jobsite workers in addition to a huge library of safety text-books. And, our Safety Network Committee is continually hard at work reviewing and expanding safety needs and offerings.
5. Inside Scoop on Emerging Industry Trends & Emerging Analysis.
In continuous publication since 1919, CONSTRUCTOR magazine provides bottom-line management information and political intelligence to help you build your business. CONSTRUCTOR will also keep you abreast of the latest innovations in construction products, equipment, and technology, and of the many programs and services offered by AGC of America. "AGC News & Views", published biweekly, is AGC of America's primary news source for breaking industry development, legislative activities, and association Events. Each week, AGC of America publishes the Data DIGest which puts the latest economic news and data relevant to construction at your fingertips in one concise page. Prepared by AGC's Chief Economist, Ken Simonson, you'll find the numbers, facts, and interpretation you need without combing through 50 government websites, trade association press releases, and business publications a month. Put AGC's publications to work for you – it's like having a team of industry experts on your staff.
6. State-of-the-Art Technology & On-Line Forums.
AGC's technology offerings are unmatched by any other construction association, and the best keeps getting better. Your company's listing on both www.agc.org and www.marylandagc.org exposes you to over 60,000 visitors per month, many of them construction owners in search of contractors. A dozen online e-forums through AGC of America combined with Maryland AGC's monthly e-newsletter, new website and e-updates, allow members to exchange ideas, stay abreast of all happenings in the construction industry and learn best practices. Further, strategic partnerships with Dell, iSqFt and others bring construction plans and web-based project management right to your desk top.
7. Contract Documents Designed by and For Contractors.
AGC works non-stop to improve the business environment for contractors. AGC standard form contract documents and related materials are tangible embodiments of that effort. Since major risks and responsibilities have already been efficiently and equitably allocated in these forms, you save money and hassles.
8. Fast Breaking News on Legal Affairs & Industry Developments in Laymans Terms.
AGC provides a constant stream of important information on industry matters of national concern. Maryland AGC provides a stream of important information on local concerns. Combined, concerns are explained in layman's terms on how the latest changes are likely to affect your business. You will always get the latest news on federal legislation, federal regulations, the Supreme Court, federal courts, local legislation, and local regulations.
9. National & Local Leadership in Building a Quality Construction Workforce For the Future.
Build Up!, On Site!, craft training, apprenticeship programs and participation in the Festival of the Building Arts are just a few of the efforts put forth by AGC of America to ensure a quality construction workforce to help you build your business. AGC has also taken a proactive leadership role in the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) and the NCCER Image Committee. Maryland AGC furthers that commitment with activity in the Penn State construction student community.
10. Your Success!
AGC is the nation's oldest, largest, and most prestigious construction trade association. We're the "Voice & Choice" of the construction industry. Associate with the Best!!