"AGC of America is the most influential voice of the construction industry in Washington, DC."
- Forbes Magazine

​Our goal as your association is simple ... to help our members be successful.  We provide members with support through advocacy, connections, training, education, business services, industry and legislative updates, discounts and tools to help grow your business.

MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

ADVOCACY
We serve as the unified voice of the construction industry in East Tennessee, leading advocacy efforts focused on ensuring continued growth in our industry by supporting laws favorable to business security and the safety of our workforce.   AGC of East Tennessee serves as the primary watchdog for legislative issues relative to construction on the local level and  works with other AGC of Tennessee and peer organizations on the state level.  Learn More

EDUCATION
AGC is the best place to turn for resources, information and programs to enhance job performance in the construction industry.  We provide a series of professional and leadership development opportunities to help our members meet their full competitive potential in the workforce and to enhance your daily business operations.  Learn More

CONNECTIONS AND NETWORKS
Success starts by building strong professional relationships.  No other platform in the region offers more networking opportunities among those in the construction industry than the AGC of East Tennessee.  Our membership meetings, networking and social events allow members to exchange ideas, connect with associates, and collaborate on issues important for the advancement of the industry.  ​ Learn More

SAFETY TRAINING AND SERVICES
Nothing is more important than the welfare of your employees.  That's why we offer members access to safety training classes as well as services like inspections, training tracker, consultations and more.  Learn More
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• ​Local, State and Federal Legislative and​Governmental Affairs
• Industry Representation and Advocacy
• Safety Training Courses
• Networking and Social Events
• Construction Education: BIM, STP, Blueprint, ​Estimating, etc.
• Construction Business Education
• Professional/Leadership Development
• Young Leadership Program
• Employee Benefits: Workers’ Compensation,
• ​401K Retirement Savings Plan, and Medical
• Industry & Chapter News and Alerts
• State and National Conferences
• Industry Resources: Webinars, DVDs, 
• White Papers, Legislative Updates
• Physical & Internet Plan Rooms
• Referrals and Member Directories
• Award & Recognition Programs
• Member Savings/Discounts
• Community Service & Giving Back
• Conference & Training Facilities

 DISCOUNTS AND BENEFITS
On a practical note, your membership actually pays.  In fact, the average AGC member can save up to $6,000 a year on business expenses, travel, cars and trucks, fuel, and more through AGC of America and AGC of East Tennessee programs.   Learn More

Members are also eligible for our Workman's Compensation through SureCon, a reputable program created by Amerisure.  Learn More

Through our local partner, members can offer a competitive and affordable 401K program for employees, a valuable benefit in recruiting talent.
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