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The Membership Advantage
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ASM Membership gives you access to information, resources and opportunities you won’t get anywhere else. Look below to see how you will benefit from your membership investment.
- Legislative Clout… ASM is THE voice of subcontractors on Beacon Hill, promoting your interests and protecting your rights, on public & private work. As a member of ASM, you benefit from our past victories—such as major lien law reform in 1996 and sweeping public construction reform in 2004. More important, by joining ASM you give us the clout we need to win other changes important to your business—such as a ban on unfair payment, risk transfer and “no damages for delay” provisions—all priorities in 2007.
- Legal Resources...You can call our legal hotline anytime to speak with a construction lawyer FREE, for answers to routine questions on contracts, bidding, payment & more. This can save you more than the cost of membership itself! And our legal resources (including our manual on “How to Get Paid”) can help you collect money you’ve earned.
- News & Information... ASM’s new quarterly magazine, The Professional Contractor and our electronic ENewsBriefs keep you informed of local and national developments that affect your business. Both also offer advertising opportunities to promote your company to potential customers.
- Education... ASM Seminars sharpen your skills and help you avoid costly mistakes. Learn how to negotiate contracts, increase profit margins and deal effectively with today’s tough business issues.
- Safety resources...You can tap into a wealth of safety information and training offered by ASM in partnership with OSHA and the Mass. Division of Occupational Safety, as part of our “Safety Alliance” program.
- Scholarship Program...Your employees and family members are eligible to apply for ASM’s $2,000 Scholarships, which are awarded annually to deserving students enrolled in a four-year college degree program.
- Business Connections… Through ASM committees, member meetings and events you can expand your business network among subcontractors, suppliers and general contractors, and cultivate new relationships that help build your business.
- Member Directory... ASM’s annual Directory promotes your business to over 700 contractors, architects and owners who are seeking the services of the state’s finest construction professionals.
- ASM Web Site/Members-Only Section… provides a wealth of business resources, and links to your website to give you greater industry exposure.
- Advertising & Sponsorship opportunities... ASM provides a variety of ways deliver your message to key decision-makers, through advertising in our publications (The Professional Contractor, Member Directory and ASM Enews) or sponsorship of ASM events (Meetings, Seminars, Gala Dinner, or Golf Tournament)
- Insurance Solutions...As a member you have access to ASM’s group property, casualty and workers’ compensation program with Acadia Insurance, which offers broad coverages, competitive rates and customized loss control services….as well as a dividend program that rewards good performance!
- Payroll & HR Services...Every business needs to handle payroll and payroll taxes – you can’t avoid it. But help is available. Paychex makes automated payroll efficient and cost-effective for your business, and delivers a variety of human resource services. As a member of ASM you receive special discounts.
- Project lead services... As a member, you enjoy savings on all products and services offered by Reed Construction Data, America’s leading source of project leads and vital industry information.
- Office Supplies Discount Program...You can save 10-25% on office supplies, equipment and furniture by purchasing online through Staples Business Advantage.
- Professional Development... Being active in ASM—participating in committees, attending events—is a great way to hone your leadership skills and play a role in changing the construction industry for the better.
- Industry Influence... The greater our numbers the stronger our voice. Join ASM to give us the clout to get results your can’t get on your own!
Associate with the Best in the Business... Join ASM Today!
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