Drywall & Interior Systems Contractors Assoc.

What Drywall & Interior Systems Contractors Assoc. does

Drywall & Interior Systems Contractors Association (DISCA) is a New Jersey-based nonprofit trade association founded in 1972 that serves as the designated collective bargaining agent and advocacy body for union drywall and interior systems contractors in the state. The organization recruits contractor members (annual dues $500) and associate members such as manufacturers and suppliers (annual dues $1,000), bundling access to statewide labor negotiations, AWCI and SWACCA affiliate benefits, free legal consultations through Peckar & Abramson, safety services via InTec and Signature Safety, scholarships, awards programs, and recurring networking events including the Excellence in Construction Awards Gala, Annual Golf Classic, and Winter Educational Conference. DISCA also serves as a Trustee of Industry Promotion Funds with the Carpenters and Painters unions, reinforcing its structural position in the union construction labor-relations framework.

DISCA operates with a small headcount (approximately five administrative staff including the Executive Director, Membership Director, Association Manager, Assistant Association Manager, and external legal counsel, within a broader reported range of 11-50) and generates revenue primarily through membership dues, supplemented by event registration fees, sponsorship packages, and scholarship program contributions. The organization is governed by an elected Board of Directors drawn from member contractor firms (including Component Assembly Systems, Andersen Interior Contracting, Charles Scelba Contracting Co., Sloan & Company, Interstate Drywall Corporation, Shane Construction, Partyka Construction, and DePalma Contracting) and partners with external service providers for legal, safety, governmental advocacy (Princeton Public Affairs Group), and member perks.

DISCA's technology stack is minimal and consists of a YourMembership-powered website, an online member directory, and the password-protected eSafetyLine platform; no proprietary technology products or AI capabilities are offered. Geographic scope is explicitly limited to New Jersey, with no documented plans for cross-state expansion, and the association's strategic posture centers on protecting and growing market share for union signatory wall and ceiling contractors through labor representation, regulatory engagement (including active involvement in worker classification policy), and member recognition.

Name

Drywall & Interior Systems Contractors Assoc.

Legal name

Drywall and Interior Systems Contractors Association Inc. of New Jersey

Website

https://www.disca.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1972

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Drywall & Interior Systems Contractors Association (DISCA) is a New Jersey trade association, founded in 1972, that serves as the collective bargaining agent and advocacy body for union drywall and interior systems contractors, delivering member benefits including legal, safety, scholarship, and networking services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Mount Laurel

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: DISCA generates revenue through annual membership dues: $500 per year for contractor members and $1,000 per year for associate members. Benefits extend to all employees of member companies. Additional revenue is derived from event fees, sponsorship opportunities, and scholarship program contributions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

DISCA is a non-profit trade association providing collective bargaining representation, labor relations advocacy, safety and legal consultation services, training webinars, networking events, scholarships, and recognition programs to union drywall and interior systems contractors in New Jersey. The organization also serves associate members (manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers) seeking access to the union contractor network, with annual membership dues serving as the primary paid offering.

Product overview

DISCA is a trade association for union drywall and interior systems contractors in New Jersey, not a technology product company. The organization provides a unified membership platform offering collective bargaining representation, educational events, awards programs, safety services, legal consultations, and member networking opportunities. The core membership program serves as the umbrella service, supplemented by member benefits including the Excellence in Construction Awards, Winter Educational Conference, Annual Golf Classic, Scholarship Program, DISCA CARES emergency assistance, eSafetyLine online safety resources, training webinars, legal consultation services, and an automotive discount program through Flemington Car & Truck.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• DISCA Membership Program Annual membership program for union drywall and interior systems contractors in New Jersey, providing collective bargaining representation, AWCI and SWACCA affiliate membership, networking events, legal consultations, safety services, scholarships, recognition events, and member directory listing.
• Collective Bargaining Services Statewide collective bargaining and labor dispute resolution with trade unions representing members' employees in the drywall and interior systems industry in New Jersey. DISCA serves as the designated bargaining agent for its contractor members.
• DISCA Scholarship Program Scholarship program for children or grandchildren of management employees of member companies, offering $5,000 per year (described elsewhere as $3,000 renewable awards) at accredited colleges, universities, or vocational schools, renewable for up to four years.
• DISCA CARES Program Emergency financial assistance program for employees and families of contractor member companies who have experienced major illness, accident, or hardship beyond their insurance and financial capabilities. Grants typically range from $1,000 to $5,000.
• Excellence in Construction Awards & Holiday Gala Annual awards program recognizing outstanding construction projects by DISCA members across categories including healthcare, education, commercial, hospitality, retail/restaurant, office, higher education, primary education, historical, and millwork projects, paired with a holiday gala.
• Annual Golf Classic Annual golf tournament providing networking opportunities for contractor and associate members in a relaxed, friendly-competitive atmosphere.
• Winter Educational Conference Annual executive conference held in warmer-weather destinations, providing peer-to-peer business discussions, industry trend sharing, and informative seminars for members.
• DISCA eSafetyLine Online safety services platform provided in partnership with InTec, featuring a secure password-protected site with safety manual, safety database, and recordkeeping application for member companies.
• Safety Consulting Services Safety consulting services provided through Signature Safety, including a 2-hour review of safety and health policies and procedures, a 3-hour on-site project safety inspection following OSHA guidelines, and telephone/email consultations on safety and health matters.
• Legal Consultation Services Legal services provided by Mark Rosen of Peckar & Abramson, P.C., offering up to 2 hours of complimentary legal informational requests per contractor member pertaining to union labor, wage rates, terms and conditions, and general legal advice.
• Training Webinars Free training webinars for members available in live and OnDemand formats, covering the latest trends, best practices, and certifications in the construction industry.
• Member Directory Online searchable member directory providing company listings with primary contact information, trades/products, and links to business websites for contractor and associate members.
• Flemington Car & Truck Automotive Discount Program Automotive discount program offering DISCA members 20% off dealer list price for manufacturer parts and employee rates on select vehicle purchases and service maintenance at Flemington Car & Truck.

Quantifiable outcome

• Scholarship award of $5,000 per year, renewable for up to 4 years, totaling $20,000 per recipient, with an average of 4 recipients per year
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• AWCI (Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDISCA is affiliated with AWCI and provides AWCI membership to its contractor members at no additional cost. DISCA's Joe Donofrio serves as the designated DISCA representative on the AWCI Board of Directors. Members receive access to AWCI publications, webinars, events, education programs, technical support, industry marketing, and the AWCI Care Foundation.
• SWACCA (Signatory Wall and Ceiling Contractors Alliance)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDISCA is the Regional Affiliate for SWACCA in New Jersey. All DISCA members automatically become affiliate members of SWACCA. SWACCA's mission is to protect and grow union wall and ceiling contractors' market share. Leif Andersen serves as the designated DISCA representative on the SWACCA Board of Directors.
• Princeton Public Affairs Group (PPAG)majorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDISCA has retained Princeton Public Affairs Group (PPAG) to represent the association in all governmental and regulatory matters. PPAG monitors legislative and regulatory issues impacting the construction industry and promotes the benefits of union construction. PPAG speakers provide annual updates during membership meetings.
• InTec (eSafetyLine Program)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIn partnership with InTec, DISCA offers an eSafetyLine program for members. The eSafetyLine website is a secure, password-protected platform featuring a new safety manual, safety database, and recordkeeping application for DISCA members.
• Signature SafetyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSignature Safety provides DISCA contractor members with comprehensive safety services including a 2-hour review of all safety & health policies and procedures, a 3-hour on-site project safety inspection following OSHA inspection guidelines, and consultations on safety & health matters via telephone or email.
• Peckar & Abramson, P.C.majorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerLegal services are provided by Mark Rosen of Peckar & Abramson, P.C. DISCA provides its contractor members up to 2 hours of free legal informational requests pertaining to union labor, wage rates, terms & conditions, and general legal advice.
• Flemington Car & TruckminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFlemington Car & Truck offers DISCA members 20% off dealer list price for manufacturer parts and employee rates on select vehicle purchases and service maintenance. They also make a $200 charitable donation for every car sold to a DISCA member on behalf of the car purchaser.
• Carpenters FundsmajorOthersDISCA represents its members as a Trustee of the Industry Promotional Fund established by the Keystone Mountain Lakes Regional Council of Carpenters (formerly Northeast Regional Council of Carpenters) and DISCA. This is a liaison relationship for fund governance.
• Tapers FundsmajorOthersDISCA represents its members as a Trustee of the Industry Promotional Fund established by the International Union of Painters & Allied Trades and DISCA. Steve Lewis serves as the designated liaison. This is a liaison relationship for fund governance.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry (AWCI): National trade association for the wall and ceiling industry. Directly comparable because AWCI is DISCA's national affiliate, with overlapping member base, publications, events, and technical/education programs serving the same union drywall/interior systems contractor segment.
• Signatory Wall and Ceiling Contractors Alliance (SWACCA): National alliance of union signatory wall and ceiling contractors. Directly comparable because DISCA is its NJ regional affiliate, both organizations focus exclusively on growing market share for union drywall/interior contractors, and SWACCA membership is bundled with DISCA membership.
• Associated General Contractors of New Jersey (AGC NJ): Statewide chapter of the AGC association serving general and specialty contractors in New Jersey. Comparable because it provides the same association service model — collective representation, advocacy, education, networking — for NJ construction contractors, including union and open-shop firms that overlap DISCA's member universe.

Broad incumbents

• Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC): Largest U.S. trade association for the commercial construction industry. Comparable as a competing trade association model serving construction contractors in NJ and nationally, though ABC primarily represents open-shop (non-union) contractors — making it a structural counterpart in the same industry space.

Emerging players

• Finishing Contractors Association (FCA) International: Trade association for union finishing contractors (drywall, plaster, insulation, acoustical). Comparable because it serves a substantially overlapping contractor base with similar collective bargaining, training, and labor relations services, positioning FCA as a sector peer within the same union finishing trades niche.
• Painting and Decorating Contractors of America (PDCA): National trade association for painting and decorating contractors. Comparable because PDCA runs a similar association model — advocacy, education, networking, conventions — for an adjacent union construction specialty trade (painters), and shares IUPAT labor relations overlap with DISCA's tapers segment.

Regional players

• New Jersey Building Trades Council: Umbrella labor council of NJ building trades unions, including carpenters and painters. Comparable because DISCA negotiates with these unions on behalf of contractors and shares close liaison relationships; relevant as the labor-side counterpart in the same NJ collective bargaining environment.
• New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA): Largest statewide employer association in New Jersey. Comparable because it operates the same trade association playbook (advocacy, member services, events, networking) for NJ employers broadly; relevant as a peer association model in the same geography even though its scope is far wider than drywall contracting.

Others

• Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters: Regional carpenters' union covering NJ and surrounding states. Comparable as the labor counterpart that DISCA negotiates with during collective bargaining; relevant as a structural counterpart across the bargaining table that directly shapes DISCA's value to its contractor members.
• International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) District Council 711: Labor union covering painters, tapers, and finishers in the NJ region. Comparable as the counterparty in DISCA's tapers collective bargaining; relevant as a structural peer across the bargaining table that defines the labor terms DISCA members operate under.

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

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