Industry Associations

Bonitz is proud to be a part of many associations in several industries; contracting, construction, design, architecture, flooring, ceiling, and maintenance. Below you will find a grouping of those organizations we have chosen to be a part of. The following descriptions come from the visions and missions of these associations so as to best represent them.

ASA Vision: The American Subcontractors Association is recognized as the united voice dedicated to improving the business environment in the construction industry.

ASA Mission: The American Subcontractors Association amplifies the voice of and leads trade contractors to improve the business environment for the construction industry and to serve as a steward for the community.

ASA Values: The ideals and beliefs of ASA are ethical and equitable business practices, quality construction, a safe and healthy work environment, and integrity and membership diversity.

A national association with 77 chapters representing 25,000 merit shop construction and construction-related firms with two million employees. ABC's membership represents all specialties within the U.S. construction industry and is comprised primarily of firms that perform work in the industrial and commercial sectors of the industry.

Operating in partnership with its nationwide network of Chapters, AGC provides a full range of services satisfying the needs and concerns of its members, thereby improving the quality of construction and protecting the public interest.

the United States' only non-profit construction trade association concentrating exclusively on the business issues affecting all subcontractors and specialty trade contractors. The ASAC represents North Carolina and South Carolina contractors on state and local issues, and meets in eight local chapters throughout the Carolinas.

The mission of the Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry is to provide services and undertake activities that enhance the members' ability to operate a successful business.

A membership association dedicated to building safety and fire prevention. ICC develops the codes and standards used to construct residential and commercial buildings, including homes and schools.

BOMA International’s mission is to enhance the human, intellectual and physical assets of the commercial real estate industry through advocacy, education, research, standards and information.

As a clearinghouse connecting owners, architects/ engineers, general contractors, specialty contractors & suppliers, our IBuild web site provides members a searchable database of real-time leads on hundreds of public & private bidding projects in the Carolinas. Members can view plans/specs on these projects in any of our 10 local plan rooms, or upgrade their membership to view Plans Online.

Dedicated to serving the acoustical and specialty ceilings and interior finishes industry. CISCA provides market-driven solutions including dynamic networking, quality education, accessible resources and expert technical guidelines to enhance the success and profitability of our members.

A professional society established in 1964 to provide education, training and career improvement opportunities for building cleaning and maintenance professionals.

Based in Dalton, Georgia, the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) is a nonprofit trade association representing the manufacturers of more than 95 percent of all carpet made in the United States, as well as their suppliers and service providers. They coordinate with other segments of the industry, such as distributors, retailers and installers, to help increase consumers’ satisfaction with carpet and to show them how carpet creates a better environment.

CSI (Construction Specifications Institute)CSI is a national association of more than 13,000 volunteers, including specifiers, architects, engineers, contractors, facility mangers, product representatives, manufacturers, owners and others who are experts in building construction and the materials used therein.

The ESOP Association, founded in 1978, is a national non-profit membership organization, with 18 local Chapters, serving approximately 2,500 employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) companies, professionals with a commitment to ESOPs, and companies considering the implementation of an ESOP.

FCIB (Floor Covering Installation Board)

Mission: It is the mission of FCICA to provide a unique network for problem solving, education and support, to enhance our members’ businesses and the flooring industry.

Vision: It is the vision of FCICA to be recognized by the floor covering, design and construction industries as the commercial flooring contractor’s organization, providing the highest level of installation expertise, solutions and opportunities to network with industry experts.

IFMA certifies facility managers, conducts research, provides educational programs, recognizes facility management certificate programs and produces World Workplace, the world’s largest facility management conference and exposition.

An independent, non-profit certification body, to set and promote high standards and ethics; and to advance communication and technical proficiency within the inspection, cleaning and restoration service industry.

Strives to create a strong niche for the most talented and visionary Interior Design professionals, to elevate the profession to the level it warrants, and to lead the way for the next generation of Interior Design innovators.

Dedicated to promoting and coordinating the scientific, philanthropic, intellectual and professional activities of computed tomography. The Society's mission is to serve the health care needs of the general public through the support of science, teaching and research and the quality of service in the field of computed tomography.

Founded in 1953 by 16 women working in the construction industry. Knowing that women represented only a small fraction of the construction industry, the founders organized NAWIC to create a support network.

A not-for-profit 501(c) (3) education foundation created in 1996 to develop standardized construction, maintenance, and pipeline curricula with portable credentials and help address the critical skilled workforce shortage.

Not-for-profit, incorporated association dedicated to serving and promoting the healthcare engineering profession. Our vision is to be the leader in providing extended technical and management professional growth for our members through building relationships among Facility Managers and Engineers in the State of North Carolina and establishing contact with manufacturers and distributors of healthcare services to better qualify ourselves for managing the environment.

One of the construction industry's most respected trade associations and the voice and leading authority in the roofing industry for information, education, technology and advocacy.

A trade association of contractors, manufacturers and associates who provide, install or support the application of engineered composite roof deck substrates in the commercial roof top market.

NWFA (National Wood Flooring Association)an organization looking to bridge knowledge, ideas and expertise in the wood flooring industry.

The purpose and objective of the organization is to further the recognition of construction estimating as a professional field within the construction industry. To collect and disseminate information that will increase the efficiency of all phases of construction, promote good will between the various phases of construction, and obtain a more thorough understanding of the various problems confronting the construction industry.

An international association of professional consultants, architects, and engineers who specialize in the specification and design of roofing, waterproofing and exterior wall systems.

 

Devoted to human resource management. Representing more than 250,000 members in over 140 countries, the Society serves the needs of HR professionals and advances the interests of the HR profession. Founded in 1948, SHRM has more than 575 affiliated chapters within the United States and subsidiary offices in China and India.

A community of marketing and business development professionals working to secure profitable business relationships for their A/E/C companies. Through networking, business intelligence, and research, SMPS members gain a competitive advantage in positioning their firms successfully in the marketplace. SMPS offers members professional development, leadership opportunities, and marketing resources to advance their careers.

USGBC (U.S. Green Building Council)- The U.S. Green Building Council is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community of leaders working to make green buildings available to everyone within a generation.

Dedicated to providing consumers the information, service and support needed to ensure a successful floor covering purchase experience.