What Chicagoland AGC does

Chicagoland Associated General Contractors AGC (CAGC), founded in 1906 and headquartered in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, is a 501(c)(6) non-profit trade association that operates as the local chapter of AGC of America for the 16-county Chicagoland region spanning Illinois, southeast Wisconsin, and northwest Indiana. The association serves general contractors and specialty trade contractors — including union contractors operating under MARBA-negotiated collective bargaining agreements — by acting as the unified industry voice on labor relations, government advocacy, safety, workforce development, and education. Its service portfolio spans safety programs (Stand for Safety Week, OSHA Ambassador Alliance, Construction Safety Council training), workforce initiatives (HIRE360, apprenticeship resources, Culture of CARE), labor relations support (MARBA representation, free legal hotline, contracts and wage allocations), member benefits (CAGC Benefits Center through Decisely, 401(k) plan), education (AGC EDGE virtual courses, CONSTRUCTION EXPERTS online courses, scholarships), and industry recognition (Project of the Year and Safety Awards).

The organization is staffed by approximately 14 employees and is governed by a Board of Directors; it does not operate proprietary technology and instead functions as a membership-and-events intermediary. Its core technology stack consists of a public website (chicagolandagc.org), an online member directory, the Building Chicagoland annual magazine, weekly e-newsletters, a job board (agccareers.org), and Zoom-delivered AGC EDGE virtual courses — all of which are communications and program-delivery channels rather than differentiated IP. Revenue mechanics rest on four streams: annual membership dues (pricing not publicly disclosed), premium sponsorship packages tied to six major events, advertising in the magazine and website, and event registration fees. Member enrollment is direct via the website or staff contact, and distribution is augmented by the AGC of America chapter network and the MARBA collective-bargaining channel.

Name

Chicagoland AGC

Legal name

Chicagoland Associated General Contractors AGC

Website

https://chicagolandagc.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Chicagoland AGC is a 501(c)(6) non-profit trade association and the local chapter of AGC of America, serving general and specialty construction contractors across the 16-county Chicagoland region with labor relations, safety, workforce development, education, and advocacy services funded by membership dues, sponsorships, advertising, and event fees.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Oakbrook Terrace

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, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership dues from construction firms (general and specialty contractors) that join the association for access to labor relations support, government advocacy, education programs, safety resources, and networking opportunities.
2. Sponsorship Packages: Premium sponsorship packages providing pre and post promotional recognition for 6 major events, complimentary event tickets, feature in Building Chicagoland magazine and member directory, weekly e-newsletter and social media impressions.
3. Advertising and Marketing Opportunities: Advertising space sold on website and in Building Chicagoland magazine, including premium sponsor logos and promotional placements.
4. Event Registration Fees: Fees collected from members attending events such as Constructors Connect annual networking event, Stand for Safety Week, Contractor Safety Forums, and various education programs.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Chicagoland AGC is a nonprofit trade association serving as the unified voice of the Chicagoland construction industry. It provides member construction firms with labor relations support (including MARBA collective bargaining representation), government advocacy via a Political Action Committee, safety training and awards programs, workforce development through HIRE360, education courses (AGC EDGE and CONSTRUCTION EXPERTS), and member benefits including a 401(k) plan and healthcare benefits through the CAGC Benefits Center. The association operates as the local chapter of AGC of America and serves general contractors, specialty contractors, and union contractors across a 16-county Chicagoland region.

Product overview

Chicagoland Associated General Contractors (AGC) operates as a trade association serving the unified voice of the Chicagoland construction industry. The association offers a comprehensive suite of member services organized around core areas: membership directory and networking (Member Directory, Constructors Connect events), education and training (CONSTRUCTION EXPERTS Online Courses, AGC EDGE Virtual Courses, AGC Education & Training, Apprenticeship programs), safety and health services (Stand for Safety Week, OSHA Ambassador Alliance, Construction Safety Council Training, Contractor Safety Forums, Safety Awards), workforce development (HIRE360, Job Board, Culture of CARE Initiative), benefits (CAGC Benefits Center, 401(k) Plan), labor relations (Contracts & Wage Allocations, Labor Hotline, Union Directory), advocacy (Political Action Committee, Tariff Resource Center), and recognition programs (Project of the Year Awards, Safety Awards). The association also publishes Building Chicagoland Magazine and supports the Chicagoland Construction Scholarship Foundation. The organization is a local chapter of AGC of America.

Differentiator

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Functional benefit

Brands

• Building Chicagoland: Annual magazine published by Chicagoland AGC covering committees, events, governmental activism, and labor involvement.
• Chicagoland Construction Education & Training Foundation
• Chicagoland Construction Scholarship Foundation (CCSF)

Products and services

• Member Directory Searchable online directory of active member firms allowing users to find and connect with construction contractors in the Chicagoland area.
• Building Chicagoland Magazine Annual magazine published by the association covering committees, events, governmental activism, and labor involvement in the Chicagoland construction industry.
• Job Board Employment listing platform for construction industry positions accessible at agccareers.org, connecting workers with contractor opportunities.
• CAGC Benefits Center Healthcare benefits platform partnered with Decisely providing medical plan options for members and their families through the CAGC Benefits Center.
• Chicagoland AGC 401(k) Plan Retirement savings solutions for members and their employees through quality retirement savings options.
• HIRE360 Innovative workforce recruitment platform providing access to qualified subcontractors and job-ready diverse talent, including M/WBE contractors and Equity Eligible candidates through pre-apprenticeship programs with nearly 200 hours of construction training and OSHA 10 certification.
• CONSTRUCTION EXPERTS Online Courses Virtual construction education courses covering estimating, planning, scheduling, contract documents, construction law, equipment selection, and sustainable construction practices offered through partnership with Construction Experts Inc.
• AGC EDGE Virtual Courses Live instruction virtual training via Zoom platform offering continuing education credits in construction supervision, lean construction, BIM, project management, blueprint reading, and AI applications.
• Construction Safety Council Training Free construction safety training sessions covering electrical safety, excavation dangers, harmful silica, workzone hazards, and fall protection, offered through partnership with Construction Safety Council (OSHA-authorized Education Center).
• Stand for Safety Week Annual safety initiative where member companies shut down job sites for toolbox talks on predetermined safety topics, with over 61,000 employees at 4,300 jobsites having participated since 2013.
• Safety Awards Program Annual awards recognizing General and Specialty contractors for outstanding safety performance, including Safety Excellence Awards, Excellence in Innovation, and Safety Improvement Award categories.
• Project of the Year Awards Annual awards recognizing member firms' outstanding construction projects across categories including renovation and new construction based on project management, client service, craftsmanship, and innovation criteria.
• Culture of CARE Initiative Diversity and inclusion program with pillars of Commit, Attract, Retain, and Empower, providing resources including toolbox talks, policy guides, and assessment tools for fostering inclusive workplaces.
• Chicagoland Construction Scholarship Foundation Scholarship program supporting future construction leaders with renewable scholarships for students studying construction engineering or construction management, having awarded $730,000 to 130 students since 2003.
• Contracts and Wage Allocations Access to collective bargaining agreements negotiated through MARBA along with wage allocation information for various trades.
• Labor Hotline Free 20-minute legal consultation service with participating construction attorney members to help contractors identify legal issues and evaluate options.
• Tariff Resource Center Resources helping contractors navigate tariff challenges including memos, webinars, and contract guidance on price escalation and material cost uncertainty.
• Political Action Committee (PAC) Government relations program funded through donations to support candidates favorable to the construction industry's interests at the Illinois legislature.
• OSHA Ambassador Alliance Program Partnership with OSHA providing training resources on occupational hazards, worker rights, and employer responsibilities under the Occupational Safety and Health Act.
• Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Resources Mental health awareness resources including crisis hotlines, toolbox talks, articles, and contractor resources to address mental health challenges in the construction industry.
• Constructors Connect Annual networking event bringing construction industry professionals together for business development and relationship building.

Quantifiable outcome

• 61,000+ employees engaged in safety training through Stand for Safety Week since 2013
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Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

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Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• U.S. Department of Labor OSHA (OSHA Ambassador Alliance Program)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018Since 2018, Chicagoland AGC has maintained an alliance with OSHA's Naperville, Chicago North and Chicago South Area Offices, recently elevated to the prestigious OSHA Ambassador Alliance Program. Partnership focuses on sharing safety guidance, training resources, and promoting worker rights and employer responsibilities.
• Construction Safety CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1989CAGC co-founded the Construction Safety Council in 1989 as a non-profit dedicated to advancing safety and health in construction worldwide. CSC is an OSHA-authorized Education Center and offers free safety training sessions in electrical safety, excavation, silica, workzone hazards, and fall protection.
• AGC of AmericaflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerChicagoland AGC is the local chapter of AGC of America, the nation's largest and most effective voice for construction firms. This partnership provides members with access to national resources, advocacy, education programs, and industry best practices while enabling AGC of America to extend its reach into the Chicagoland market.
• HIRE360coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHIRE360 was launched from industry-led meetings hosted by Chicagoland AGC to address workforce and subcontractor access needs. The partnership connects contractors with trained diverse talent and M/WBE subcontractors. HIRE360 provides candidates with nearly 200 hours of construction training, OSHA 10 certification, and can cover tool/boot expenses. The network includes 282+ vetted contractors.
• Mid-America Regional Bargaining Association (MARBA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChicagoland AGC is a proud member of MARBA, which serves associations representing union contractors by negotiating and administering collective bargaining agreements, providing continuing education, and maintaining labor relationships. MARBA handles contracts for Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters, Chicagoland Laborers' District Council, Technical Engineers Local 130, and various other trades.
• DeciselyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerChicagoland AGC has partnered with Decisely to provide unique new medical plans for members and their families through the CAGC Benefits Center, offering better healthcare options to help save money and reduce turnover.
• Chicago Regional Council of CarpenterscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUnion partnership providing apprenticeship and training programs, collective bargaining representation, and workforce development for carpenters in Cook, DuPage, Kane, and surrounding counties.
• Chicagoland Laborers' District CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUnion partnership providing training and apprenticeship programs, collective bargaining representation, and workforce development for laborers throughout the Chicagoland region.
• International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUnion partnership providing apprenticeship and skill improvement programs, collective bargaining representation, and workforce development for operating engineers.
• Culture of CARE (AGC of America initiative)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCulture of CARE is AGC of America's initiative challenging construction leaders to create welcoming, safe, and inclusive workplaces. Chicagoland AGC promotes the four pillars: COMMIT, ATTRACT, RETAIN, and EMPOWER, with companies taking pledges and receiving recognition.
• Build IllinoisminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBuildIllinois.com was created by the Chicagoland Construction Education & Training Foundation (a CAGC subsidiary) to educate students and job seekers about construction careers. The platform promotes apprenticeship pathways and career opportunities in the trades.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• AGC of America: The national parent federation of which Chicagoland AGC is a chapter. Directly comparable as a construction trade association offering labor relations, safety, education, and advocacy, but operates at national scale rather than a single regional market.
• National Association of Home Builders (NAHB): National trade association for the residential and light commercial construction industry. Comparable association model (advocacy, education, networking) but focused on home builders rather than commercial union contractors.

Direct peers

• AGC of Greater Milwaukee: Adjacent AGC chapter serving southeast Wisconsin, an explicit part of CAGC's 16-county regional footprint. Direct peer in regional trade association services for union contractors with overlapping geographic service area.
• Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC): National construction trade association competing for the same contractor members, particularly open-shop/merit-shop contractors. Directly comparable in mission (advocacy, safety, education, networking) but ideologically distinct from AGC's union-contractor focus.
• AGC of Missouri (St. Louis): Sibling AGC chapter serving a comparable Midwestern union-heavy construction market. Highly comparable operating model, member services portfolio, and labor relations structure via local multi-employer bargaining associations.

Others

• Construction Safety Council: OSHA-authorized training non-profit co-founded by CAGC in 1989, providing free safety training to members. A close partner and ecosystem participant rather than a competitor, with overlapping safety-training offerings.
• HIRE360: Workforce development initiative incubated by CAGC to connect contractors with diverse, job-ready talent. Operationally adjacent rather than competitive; CAGC channels member demand to HIRE360's training pipeline.

Emerging players

• Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters: Union-side counterpart that negotiates labor agreements with CAGC's contractor members through MARBA. Comparable in serving the Chicagoland construction labor ecosystem, but represents labor rather than contractors.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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