In a significant development aimed at strengthening Kentucky’s core industrial sectors, the Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Kentucky and the Kentucky Association of Manufacturers (KAM) have announced a new membership alliance. Members of each respective organization will have the opportunity to join the other under a nominal fee structure. This collaborative effort is designed to leverage the strengths of both organizations to enhance growth, innovation, and workforce development in the construction and manufacturing industries across the state.
Uniting for Growth and Innovation
By offering additional membership opportunities, the two organizations aim to foster an environment that encourages technological advancement and sustainable practices within their respective sectors.
Richard Vincent, Executive Vice President of AGC of Kentucky, emphasized the importance of the collaboration stating, “This partnership represents exciting opportunities for both organizations. By working together, we can drive more comprehensive development and tackle the unique challenges our members collectively face today.”
Key Objectives of the Partnership
The collaboration is set to focus on several strategic objectives:
- Workforce Development: Initiatives to attract, train, and retain skilled workers are at the forefront of the partnership. Both associations will collaborate on initiatives designed to fill the skills gap in the labor market.
- Legislative Advocacy: AGC and KAM will work together to advocate for policies that support the construction and manufacturing industries, ensuring that the business climate is conducive to growth and innovation.
- Networking and Knowledge Sharing: Members of KAM and AGC will benefit from expanded networking opportunities, educational offerings and shared expertise, enhancing collaboration and knowledge exchange across industries.
- Benefits Access: Members of both organizations will have access to the unique benefits and features that each offers, including access to an exclusive workers’ compensation insurance offering through the Kentucky AGC Self Insurers Fund.
Looking Ahead
As AGC of Kentucky and KAM create additional membership opportunities for their respective members, the focus is on creating additional benefits for their respective members. Frank Jemley III, President & CEO of KAM commented “The partnership underscores our commitment to fostering a thriving future for Kentucky’s entire economy.” Members can look to join the additional association through the joint agreement online in the coming weeks, and can start taking advantage of related benefits immediately upon joining.
Learn more about this unique opportunity here!
About the Kentucky Association of Manufacturers
Our mission at the Kentucky Association of Manufacturers is to make a better Kentucky by promoting and growing manufacturing and the economic opportunities it creates in the Commonwealth. Learn more at KAM.us.com.
