Membership
Uniting Industry Leaders for Growth, Education, and Free Enterprise Advocacy
Empowering Innovation, Excellence, and Opportunity in Construction
Building a Strong Foundation for the Future of Construction
ABC Greater Tennessee is at the forefront of the construction industry, fostering an environment where businesses thrive, workers excel, and communities prosper. As part of the only national construction association dedicated to merit shop principles, we champion free enterprise and open competition, ensuring contracts are awarded to the most qualified bidders based on merit, not mandates. Representing over 23,000 member firms across 68 chapters nationwide, ABC is more than an association—it’s a movement committed to raising industry standards through comprehensive training programs, workforce development initiatives, and robust advocacy for fair policies that drive growth and protect the merit shop philosophy. Serving as a dynamic hub for general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and professionals, ABC Greater Tennessee works tirelessly to create a level playing field where innovation is rewarded, businesses flourish, and employees find meaningful opportunities to grow. Join us in building a stronger future for the construction industry—one defined by quality, integrity, and opportunity for all.
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“Every man owes a part of his time and money to the business or industry in which he is engaged. No man has a moral right to withhold his support from an organization that is striving to improve conditions within his sphere.”
President Theodore Roosevelt, 1908
Building a Better Future Together: The Power of ABC Membership
Redefining Opportunities Through Collaboration, Excellence, and Equity
Drawing inspiration from President Theodore Roosevelt’s call to contribute meaningfully to the fields we are part of, joining ABC becomes more than a membership—it’s a commitment to shaping a thriving construction industry. ABC empowers professionals to achieve excellence by fostering collaboration, embracing equality, and driving industry-wide progress.
As the only comprehensive merit shop construction trade association, ABC prioritizes open competition and innovation, creating opportunities for members to excel on their own merits. We champion collaboration, ensuring every project reflects the strength of a united team. Equality drives our mission, giving every member an equal voice in advancing the construction industry’s future.
When you join ABC, you’re investing in more than an association—you’re becoming part of a shared vision to empower professionals, elevate standards, and build a stronger foundation for the future of construction. Together, we can create an industry defined by opportunity, fairness, and excellence.
Unlocking Opportunities with ABC
Join a network of companies striving to be the best the construction industry has to offer
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Empowering the next generation of leaders
Emerging Leaders
ABC Emerging Leaders is a segment of the ABC Greater Tennessee chapter dedicated to the development of young professionals in the construction industry. Our goal is to provide growth opportunities for up-and-coming leaders through social, networking, and educational events.
Want to Join? To be an ABC Emerging Leader, you must be under the age of 40 and work for an ABC member company. Membership includes access to all Emerging Leaders events for the year.
Membership Dues:
Individual: $75 Annually
Company: $300 Annually for Unlimited Members
Emerging Leaders memberships are active for one calendar year at a flat rate. You must renew your membership each year to participate. Dues include access to all ABC-EL events at no additional charge.
