Official Publication of the Associated Builders and Contractors Rocky Mountain Chapter
Workforce development is something I’m deeply passionate about. I came up through the trades and I still believe today that construction is one of the most rewarding and opportunity-rich industries out there.
People often ask, “Why should I join ABC?” “How does ABC help me?” The answer is: there are at least three basic ways in which ABC helps. ABC’s lobbying helps shape the laws which govern your business, its educational programs help you to understand those laws and its strategy committees help you apply those laws to your business problems.
Why Join ABC? The Reasons To Join ABC 50 Years Ago Are the Same Today
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The construction industry in the United States was undergoing significant transformations in the mid-20th century. Amid these changes, new organizations began to emerge, driven by the need to advocate for innovative practices and cultivate a skilled workforce. The Associated Builders and Contractors Rocky Mountain Chapter (ABC RMC) was formed in 1974 and has since become the leading advocate and expert on construction matters in Colorado, representing merit shop construction principles.
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In today’s rapidly evolving construction landscape, the value of education and continuous training has never been greater. The demands of our industry — marked by technological advancements, increasing safety standards and a growing need for skilled labor — call for a workforce that is not only competent but adaptable, innovative and future-focused. At the heart of this transformation is the Rocky Mountain Chapter of the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), dedicated to equipping its members with the knowledge and resources necessary to succeed.
Seventy-five years ago, a handful of builders made a simple, courageous bet: If America preserved free enterprise, fair and open competition, and the right to reward merit, our industry would raise its game — and our communities would rise with it. That bet became Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). It is still paying dividends today — both nationally and here in the Rocky Mountains, where our chapter is celebrating its 50th anniversary.
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