A trade association is an organization founded and funded by a business that operates in a specific industry. Let’s discuss  5 benefits of becoming a part of a trade association .

1. Education: A trade association is typically an advocate for education in a particular field. Members will find opportunities to learn about a particular field or keep up to date with changes in technologies and methods that improve the work environment and the final product. Members will also find trade associations beneficial when preparing to take licensing exams.

2. Enhancing Confidence in the Industry: Another benefit of membership in a trade association is the level of professionalism it brings with performance and compliance standards and mentoring and internship programs. Members will experience a boost in professional status as a result of taking advantage of such membership.

3. Information: A trade association will publish information about the industry through print publications, such as a newsletter, a web site and social media postings. Members have information to use for their own edification as well as to educate clients. Such information keep members informed of changes in the industry as well as new and better ways to do things.

4. Public Advocacy: A trade association is often on the front line when change in an industry is necessary. Members can add their voice to the larger group to help effect change and make the industry safer.

5. Advertising: A trade association will often publish a list of members in good standing. A potential client searching for an individual or business in a certain industry will often check out the local trade association’s membership. Members have the advantage of publicity for their business or themselves.

For more information about trade associations, please  contact us  at the Arizona Contractor License Center.