Ray Hefner, Executive Director, The Voice Newsletter March 2024
Collaboration is the foundation the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC) has been built on for years. This industry collaboration has resulted in an association of members who have thrived. Why and how does it work?
Knowledge Sharing: Collaboration allows members to share their expertise, experiences, and best practices with one another. By pooling their knowledge, ASCC members can learn from each other's successes and challenges, leading to continuous improvement and innovation within the concrete industry. This is something which is preached in the ASCC MIX groups.
Industry Advancement: Through collaboration, ASCC members can work together to address common issues, tackle industry challenges, and drive positive change. By uniting their efforts, ASCC members advocate for the advancement of the concrete industry, influencing regulations, standards, and practices to better serve their collective interests. This collaborative effort is seen through ASCC member presence on ACI committees.
Networking Opportunities: Collaboration within the ASCC provides members with valuable networking opportunities, allowing them to connect with peers, suppliers, and other industry stakeholders. Building relationships through collaboration can lead to new business opportunities, partnerships, and collaborations that benefit both individual members and the industry. ASCC members see this in action at the ASCC Annual Conference and the Concrete Executive Leadership Forum.
Strength in Numbers: Collaboration strengthens the collective voice of ASCC members, enabling them to have a greater impact on industry-related matters. Whether advocating for changes through ACI, negotiating with suppliers, or addressing safety concerns, working together amplifies the influence and effectiveness of ASCC members' efforts.
Professional Development: Collaborative initiatives, such as ASCC monthly webinars, seminars, classes, roundtables, and the safety summit, offer members opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement. By participating in collaborative opportunities offered by ASCC, members can expand their knowledge, build new competencies, and stay current with concrete industry trends and advancements.
Collaboration is the cornerstone of the American Society of Concrete Contractors because it furthers knowledge sharing, drives industry advancement, creates networking opportunities, strengthens the collective voice of members, and promotes professional development. By working together collaboratively, ASCC members can and have achieved greater success and make a positive impact on the concrete industry.
So, if you have not joined the ASCC at its Annual Conference, Concrete Executive Leadership Forum, the Safety Summit, World of Concrete or Committee Week, make it a point to join the collaborative culture at the ASCC and watch your business thrive!