illinois association of aggregate producers

What illinois association of aggregate producers does

The Illinois Association of Aggregate Producers (IAAP) is a private, member-funded trade association headquartered in Springfield, Illinois, that promotes and protects the state's aggregate and industrial minerals mining industry through advocacy, education, safety programming, and member services. Its membership spans five categories — Producer Members (mining and processing crushed stone, sand, gravel, and industrial minerals), Associate Members (equipment, insurance, consulting, and technical service providers), Clean Fill/CCDD Operators, Student Members, and Committee Members — and is governed by a 19-member board drawn from large enterprise operators including Vulcan Materials, Holcim, Heidelberg Materials, Ozinga, Elmhurst-Chicago Stone, RiverStone Group, Tuscola Stone, Beverly Materials, and Hanson Material Service.

IAAP's core "products" are not software but a portfolio of programmatic services: regulatory advocacy before Illinois agencies (IDOT, IEPA, IDNR, IDOA, ISGS); a tiered Safety Award program (Rock Solid Safety at Bronze/Silver/Gold/Excellence levels, Innovative Safety, Environmental Excellence, Community Relations, Sustainability, Industry Leadership); a dividend-paying Safety Group Insurance Program administered through BITCO Insurance Companies and Dimond Bros. Insurance (21.2% return on $870,148 for policy year 2024); the $3,000-per-participant Emerging Leaders Program (up to 20 participants annually); the annual Illinois Teachers Workshop on rocks, minerals, and mining; and recurring industry events including the Annual Convention & Safety Conference, Golf Outing, and Clay Shoot.

The revenue model is a hybrid of recurring membership dues (subscription), event registration and sponsorship (one-time), tuition for the Emerging Leaders Program, raffle and donation income supporting the PIE Initiative, and a managed-services layer around the insurance program. IAAP's geographic footprint is Illinois-centric, with operating partnerships extending to the Illinois State Geological Survey, the University of Illinois Illinois Center for Transportation, the Boy Scouts of America, and the Illinois Science Teaching Association; the organization itself does not build or sell technology products and operates with a small (1-10) staff.

Name

illinois association of aggregate producers

Legal name

Illinois Association of Aggregate Producers

Website

https://iaap-aggregates.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Illinois Association of Aggregate Producers (IAAP) is a Springfield, Illinois-based non-profit trade association that provides advocacy, safety programming, education, networking, and a dividend-paying group insurance program to Producer, Associate, Clean Fill, and Student members of Illinois' aggregate and industrial minerals mining industry.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Trade Association Services

NAICS

Business Associations (813910), Nonmetallic Mineral Mining and Quarrying (2123)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Construction Aggregates Mining & Processing (Sand, Gravel, Crushed Stone) (IMADAAAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Manufacturing, Industrial Equipment & Automation Shows Organizers (THAHABAF), Environmental & Permitting Services for Mine Projects (EIA/ESIA, Approvals, Compliance) (IMAKAOAM)

Keywords

• Aggregate industry advocacy
• Mining trade association
• Safety training programs
• Industry networking events
• Professional development services

Headquarters

HQ city

Springfield

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees from Producer Members, Associate Members, Clean Fill (CCDD) Operator Members, Student Members, and Committee Members provide core operational funding for the association's advocacy, education, and member services.
2. Convention and Event Revenue: Registration fees for the Annual Convention & Safety Conference ($250 member / $300 non-member), Safety Conference ($100 member / $115 non-member), Golf Outing ($225-$250), Clay Shoot ($275/person), and other events generate significant revenue and support industry networking.
3. Emerging Leaders Program Tuition: The IAAP Emerging Leaders Program charges $3,000 tuition per participant, covering speaker fees, curriculum, meeting venue costs, food & beverages, and fieldtrip transportation. The program selects up to 20 applicants annually.
4. Education Donations and Raffle Proceeds: Donations to the IAAP Public Information and Education (PIE) Initiative and Education Raffle proceeds (with prizes including $250 early bird, $500 early bird, and $2,500 grand prize) fund educational programming for teachers and students.
5. Insurance Program Administration: The IAAP sponsors a Safety Group Insurance Program through BITCO Insurance Companies. While the association does not directly earn revenue from insurance sales, member participation in the dividend-paying program strengthens member retention and engagement.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels14 records

Core offering

The Illinois Association of Aggregate Producers (IAAP) is a member-funded trade association that promotes and protects Illinois' aggregate and industrial minerals mining industry through advocacy, education, safety programs, and member services. It offers tiered memberships (Producer, Associate, Clean Fill/CCDD, Student, Committee), hosts annual industry events including a convention, safety conferences, golf outing, and clay shoot, and runs recognition programs covering safety, environmental excellence, sustainability, community relations, and industry leadership.

Product overview

The Illinois Association of Aggregate Producers (IAAP) is a trade association serving the aggregates and industrial minerals mining industry in Illinois. Rather than offering a unified software product or platform, IAAP provides a portfolio of membership programs, professional development services, award and recognition programs, and industry events. The core membership programs include Producer, Associate, Clean Fill (CCDD), and Student categories. Supporting services include a dividend-paying Safety Group Insurance Program, the Emerging Leaders Program for leadership development, and the annual Illinois Teachers Workshop on rocks, minerals, and mining. The association administers multiple award programs recognizing excellence in safety (Rock Solid Safety, Innovative Safety), environmental performance, community relations, sustainability, and industry leadership. Annual events include the Convention & Safety Conference with an associate expo, the Spring Thaw Safety Conference, Golf Outing, and Clay Shoot. Additional resources include quarry tour templates, the Let's Rock Illinois career awareness program, and educational grants.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Let's Rock Illinois: Career information portal for the Illinois mining industry

Products and services

• Producer Membership Annual membership category for Illinois companies that mine and process crushed stone, sand, gravel, and industrial minerals, providing advocacy representation, safety programs, networking, and access to industry resources and the BITCO group insurance program.
• Associate Membership Annual membership category for vendors, equipment suppliers, insurance providers, consulting firms, and technical service companies serving the Illinois aggregate mining industry, enabling relationship-building with producer members and visibility at IAAP events.
• Clean Fill (CCDD) Operator Membership Annual membership category for Illinois operators accepting uncontaminated broken concrete, bricks, rock, stone, and reclaimed asphalt pavement for beneficial reuse as fill in former mining operations, including representation before IEPA on CCDD regulations.
• Student Membership Membership category for students seeking career or internship opportunities in the Illinois aggregates and mining industry, connecting students with member companies and scholarship opportunities.
• Safety Group Insurance Program Dividend-paying group insurance program offered to IAAP members through BITCO Insurance Companies and administered by Dimond Bros. Insurance, providing general liability, worker's compensation, property, inland marine, automobile, and umbrella coverage with annual dividend returns based on program performance (21.2% return in policy year 2024, 11.4% in 2023).
• Emerging Leaders Program Tuition-based leadership development program for IAAP member company employees, with $3,000 per participant covering speaker fees, curriculum, venue costs, food and beverages, and fieldtrip transportation. Selects up to 20 applicants annually for networking, industry awareness, geographic awareness, and leadership development facilitated by Greg Coker.
• Illinois Teachers Workshop: Rocks, Minerals & Mining in Today's Society Three-day professional development workshop held at Starved Rock State Park for Illinois educators ($100 registration includes meals and lodging), featuring quarry tours, hands-on geology and mining activities, and classroom materials; provides professional development contact hours through partnership with Illinois Science Teaching Association.
• Annual Convention & Safety Conference Annual multi-day industry event at Crowne Plaza Springfield featuring educational seminars, an associate expo trade show ($425/booth), the Safety Conference ($100 members / $115 non-members), awards presentations, Casino Night reception, and networking opportunities ($250 members / $300 non-members).
• IAAP Golf Outing Annual networking golf event at WeaverRidge Golf Club ($250/person, sold out) and Coyote Creek Golf Club ($225/person) in Peoria, IL, with proceeds supporting the IAAP PAC. Includes lunch, cocktails, dinner, gifts, and networking with industry peers.
• IAAP Clay Shoot Annual clay shooting event at Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation in Dundee, IL, with morning and afternoon flights ($275/person or $1,000/team of four), benefiting the IAAP Political Action Committee.
• Spring Thaw Safety Conference Safety-focused conference providing industry safety training and networking opportunities for aggregates industry safety professionals.
• Let's Rock Illinois Career Awareness Program Career awareness program with a dedicated website (letsrockillinois.com) promoting job opportunities in the Illinois mining industry and providing resources for prospective employees, educators, and students exploring mining careers.
• Rock Solid Safety Award Program Tiered safety recognition program awarding Bronze (14-21 points), Silver (22-29 points), Gold (30-37 points), and Rock Solid Excellence levels to IAAP member companies based on written safety programs, employee involvement, incident investigation, and compliance verification.

Quantifiable outcome

• Policy year 2024 dividend of $870,148 (21.2% return) for insurance program participants
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers26 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• BITCO Insurance CompaniescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIAAP sponsors a group insurance program through BITCO Insurance Companies offering general liability, worker's compensation, property, inland marine, automobile and umbrella coverage to IAAP members. BITCO has over 50 years of experience with aggregate mining policyholders and has earned an AM Best financial rating of 'A+'. The program includes dividend opportunities based on program performance.
• Dimond Bros. Insurance - Spring Valley BranchcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerEndorsed by IAAP to administer the Safety Group Insurance Program through BITCO Insurance Companies. Dimond Bros. has over 30 years of experience serving the aggregate industry and provides personalized service to tailor insurance coverages specific to member businesses.
• Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIAAP maintains partnership with IDOT to ensure products produced by members meet quality standards for road building. The Specifications/Technical Committee guides efforts including quarterly contact with IDOT personnel regarding agency specifications and policy changes.
• Illinois State Geological Survey (ISGS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIAAP works with ISGS to ensure communication and shared information between the industry and IDOT to benefit Illinois taxpayers. ISGS participates in the IAAP/ISGS/IDOT Working Group.
• Illinois Department of Natural Resources - Office of Mines and MineralscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIAAP maintains partnership with IDNR Office of Mines and Minerals to promote mine safety and regulatory compliance. The agency participates in IAAP Safety Committee activities and safety inspections.
• West Side Tractor SalesminorStrategic or Co-development Partner2023 Sustainability Award winner and host of sustainability field trips and Spec Tech Committee meetings. Located in Lisle, IL. Provides facility for educational events on sustainability challenges and solutions.
• Illinois Science Teaching AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides professional development contact hours through partnership for the IAAP Illinois Teachers Workshop: Rocks, Minerals & Mining in Today's Society.
• Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIAAP Environmental Committee maintains partnership with IEPA for air, land, and water regulatory matters. IEPA conducts inspections and monitoring of mining operations for permit compliance.
• Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIAAP's Aglime Committee partners with IDOA to ensure agricultural lime products meet quality standards. IDOA tests aglime samples and publishes results in the Illinois Voluntary Limestone Program Producer Information booklet.
• Greg CokerminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFacilitates the IAAP Emerging Leaders Program, equipping emerging leaders with skills, knowledge, confidence, and connections to lead their teams and organizations. Provides one-on-one coaching sessions with program participants.
• Max McGraw Wildlife FoundationminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHost venue for IAAP Clay Shoot event. Located at 14N322 IL-25, Dundee, Illinois 60118. Provides facilities, shooting stations, and ammo for the event benefiting IAAP PAC.
• Starved Rock State ParkminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHost venue for the annual Illinois Teachers Workshop: Rocks, Minerals & Mining in Today's Society. Located in Utica, Illinois. Provides facilities and lodging for the three-day professional development event.
• WeaverRidge Golf ClubminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHost venue for IAAP Golf Outing at 5100 N WeaverRidge Blvd, Peoria, IL 61615. Sold out venue for the September 17, 2026 event.
• Coyote Creek Golf ClubminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAlternative venue for IAAP Golf Outing at 8201 W Lancaster Rd, Bartonville, IL 61607. $225 per person option for September 17, 2026 event.
• Crowne Plaza SpringfieldminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHost venue for 2026 IAAP Convention & Safety Conference at 3000 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62703. Room block available at $126 per night for December 2-4, 2026.
• Illinois Center for Transportation at University of IllinoisminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIAAP convention presents research updates from the Illinois Center for Transportation. Research organization provides technical presentations on aggregate-related transportation research.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Michigan Aggregates Association: Michigan's state-level aggregate industry association focused on advocacy, safety, and producer member services. Closely comparable peer serving a neighboring Great Lakes state with similar aggregate economics.
• National Ready Mixed Concrete Association: National trade association for the ready-mixed concrete industry, a major downstream consumer of aggregates. Comparable trade-association structure with similar advocacy, safety, and member-services model serving an overlapping producer constituency.
• Portland Cement Association: National trade association for cement manufacturers, which are also IAAP producer members (e.g., Illinois Cement, Holcim). Comparable trade-association model serving a closely adjacent construction-materials industry.
• Indiana Mineral Aggregates Association: Indiana's state trade association for aggregate producers, offering advocacy, safety, and education programs similar to IAAP's portfolio. Direct peer for benchmarking state-level aggregate association operations.
• National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA): The national-level trade association for the U.S. aggregates industry, providing advocacy, safety programs, and member services that mirror IAAP's role at the state level. Directly comparable as a trade association for aggregate producers.
• National Asphalt Pavement Association: National trade association for the asphalt pavement industry, which consumes ~94% of aggregates. Comparable member-driven association serving an adjacent downstream market that depends on IAAP's producer members.
• Ohio Aggregates & Industrial Minerals Association: State-level trade association serving Ohio's aggregate and industrial minerals producers. Directly comparable to IAAP in structure, mission, and member composition at the state level.
• Wisconsin Aggregate Producers Association: Wisconsin's trade association for aggregate producers, providing regulatory advocacy and member services analogous to IAAP. Direct state-level peer for shared midwestern aggregate markets.

Broad incumbents

• National Mining Association: National trade association representing the broader U.S. mining industry (metals, coal, industrial minerals). Broader incumbent compared to IAAP, which specializes specifically in aggregates and industrial minerals at the state level.
• Associated General Contractors of America: National trade association for general contractors, the primary buyer-side counterpart to IAAP's producer members. Broader incumbent in the construction industry that intersects with IAAP's downstream customer base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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