Issue 2, 2018

2 Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc. PRESIDENT ' S LETTER President’s Letter Friends, If you were the owner of a construction company looking to sell your business so that you could retire, would you think to call ABC? If work was a little slow for a few weeks before the next project began and you were looking for a way to put your field guys on a temporary job, would you think to call ABC? When you’re looking to hire additional people or wanting professional development classes for your employees, where would you call? There are so many scenarios in which construction companies benefit from being part of a trade association. Some of the most popular benefits of ABC membership include: » » Networking with peer construction company owners » » Job referrals » » Craft, apprenticeship, and safety training » » Workers compensation » » Member discounts for vehicle fleet, cell phone, and other affinity programs » » Connecting your company with ancillary service providers who are experts in the construction field like legal, accounting, paycheck processing, healthcare, insurance, prevailing wage compensation consulting, and others There are other areas that construction companies may not immediately think of when considering the value of joining a trade association. » » Safety training (ABC’s free STEP program) » » Employee recruitment » » Professional development » » Public policy There are many reasons why a construction company would benefit from ABC membership. We can provide a level of expertise across many platforms that you just can’t get by hiring another employee. In addition to the benefits noted above, many long-time owners have a desire to provide leadership and enhance the quality and reputation of the overall industry. Get involved and join us. Sincerely, Keith Ledbetter President and CEO Associated Builders and Contractors — Southeastern Michigan Chapter KEITH LEDBETTER ABC SEMI President