The American Subcontractors Association of the
Carolinas (ASAC) is a two-state chapter under the framework of the
American Subcontractors Association national office located in the
Washington DC area. Within
the framework of ASAC (chartered 6/13/69), there are approximately 300
member firms and eight subchapters. Activities
in the Carolinas are coordinated through the ASAC office located in
Lancaster, South Carolina. ASAC
functions include:
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Assistance to
local chapters and their individual members with business problems. ASAC staff is available to assist members by answering
questions and making referrals.
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Maintains a database
(Business Practices Interchange) of general
contractors throughout the United States to provide subcontractor
references on payment practices, contract clauses, job organization
and more.
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Maintains liaison
with other statewide organizations in the industry.
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Promotes
professionalism in construction through the Professional
Standards of Practice for Subcontractors.
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Promotes legislation
favorable to subcontractors and suppliers in the industry.
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Publishes an
annual membership directory, which is distributed to
General Contractors, Architects and Owners for their use in soliciting
bids.
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Publishes the Carolina
Subcontractor monthly newsletter, which is distributed to all
members and many non-member construction professionals.
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Coordinates the
activities of the Specialty Trade Associations Council
(STAC).
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Holds an annual
convention and trade show for the subcontracting industry in a
resort setting offering educational programs relating to the current
business climate and networking opportunities in a business and social
setting.
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Offers educational
programs and networking opportunities at eight Carolinas Chapter
locations through meetings, seminars and social events.
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Provides financial
assistance to subcontractors and suppliers that face lawsuits in which
the legal expenses are either not affordable or are excessive in terms
of the amount of money in controversy in the case through the ASAC
Legal Assistance Fund Program.
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Offers considerable
discounts on more than 20 programs through the ASAdvantage/Premier
Services. Programs
range from discounted business services and safety products to
relaxing leisure programs.
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Offers more than 140
proven business packages for payment, safety, bonding, insurance and
business management resources through the Subcontractors
Education Trust.
