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Why is Membership in APCA Good For Your Business?
Industry Relations
- Network with others in the industry - exchange your business concerns and solutions, share your manpower, equipment and ideas.
- General meetings, conferences, tradeshows, seminars, speakers, etc.
- Special events such as President's Ball, golf tournament, BBQ, etc.
- When not meeting face to face, keep in touch with other members and industry activities through PDCA magazine, APCA newsletters, bulletins and mailings.
- Inspection and Guarantee Program enhances your professional image with architects, designers, and spec writers and brings business to APCA members.
- Tradeshow encourages cooperation and exchange of information among related industries.
- Tap these industries for the knowledge you want or need i.e. speakers at meetings.
- Post the APCA Code of Ethics in your business premises. The public is assured that ethical standards are in place.
- Advertise as a registered APCA member. Membership in a professional association enhances public confidence.
- Members can promote their eligibility to participate in the Inspection and Guarantee Program - A commitment to quality.
- Get your company name listed under the APCA banner in the telephone directory for major centres.
- Members' concerns and positions are presented in a professional and direct manner to the decision-makers and the general public.
- Inspection and Warranty Program promotes professional image to government decision-makers that encourages them to trust the industry with self-regulation.
- Input to the apprenticeship program to ensure current and future employees are trained to meet your needs.
- Obtain coverage for your contribution to charity auctions, Habitat for Humanity, etc.
Manuals
- Architectural Painting Specification
- Maintenance Repainting
- Rate calculations
- Estimate guide
- Chargeout rates
Professional Development
- Educational seminars presented at general meetings, conferences, trade shows, etc.
- Subjects of specific interest to members i.e. technical tips, business management.
- Newsletters and bulletins keep members current.
Group purchasing power can be applied to many items including:
- Insurance: business, property, personal
- Health benefit programs: extended health, dental, drugs, vision care
- Discounted rates on items of interest: cell phones, travel, etc.
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