Associated Builders and Contractors of Minnesota and North Dakota

Associated Builders and Contractors of Minnesota and North Dakota is a chapter of a national association representing merit shop construction and construction-related firms. Based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, this small organization employs four people and generates an annual revenue of $2.5 million. The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) advocates for open competition and a free-enterprise approach to contracting, emphasizing merit as the basis for award decisions regardless of labor affiliation. The organization's members represent a wide range of construction specialties, primarily focusing on industrial and commercial projects. ABC provides its members with a platform to address industry-wide concerns through various initiatives. These include government representation, legal advocacy, educational resources, workforce development programs, communication strategies, technology support, national and chapter awards programs, employee benefits, access to best practices information, and a contractor search directory for business development purposes. For more information about Associated Builders and Contractors of Minnesota and North Dakota, visit their website at mnabc.com.