Trade-Specific Associations for Subcontractors
Trade Associations •
Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA)
Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA)
The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association has more than 100 chapters and 3,500 members across the US, Canada, Australia, and Brazil. Its mission is to create a competitive advantage for sheet metal and air conditioning contractors through education, labor relations, standards development, industry representation, and business studies.

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- Protocols to help you reduce costs, anticipate technical requirements, and increase productivity and efficiency
- Educational resources on management, operations, and major industry trends
- Dynamic educational events and leadership courses, including their annual SMACNA convention
- Access to members-only content, programs, councils and committees
- Networking opportunities with non-competitive peer groups from other markets
- Local and national industry training and educational events
Trade-Specific Associations for Subcontractors
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Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA)
The Construction Financial Management Association provides career development and networking opportunities for construction finance professionals. CFMA members are CFOs, controllers, treasurers, and staff accountants and admins working at developers; major commercial construction companies in general, specialty trades, industrial, and heavy/highway sectors; and companies that serve construction, like CPAs, outsourced accounting firms, banks, sureties, and insurance brokers.
National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS)
The National Institute of Building Sciences is an independent non-profit organization that supports advances in building science and technology. Its members include individuals, public and private sector organizations, non-profits, and local, state, and federal government officials who want to solve critical issues facing the industry.
American Institute of Constructors (AIC)
The American Institute of Constructors is a network of construction professionals dedicated to building excellence and high ethical standards across construction-related fields. They offer certifications, membership, and connections to their directory of architectural and engineering partners.