Associated Builders & Contractors, Southern California

Our partner

Associated Builders and Contractors, Southern California (ABC SoCal) advances the merit shop construction philosophy, supporting contractors and their employees through workforce development, education, training, and advocacy. ABC SoCal is centered on helping members develop skilled people, compete for work, and deliver projects safely, ethically, and successfully while contributing to the communities they serve.

How we helped

Daley Strategies works with ABC SoCal to identify priority jurisdictions and agencies, build strategic connections, and demonstrate how ABC SoCal can help public sector partners expand pathways into the skilled trades and develop the workforce needed to deliver critical infrastructure projects.

Highlights

ABC SoCal’s apprenticeship and training programs help strengthen Southern California’s construction workforce by preparing graduates with the technical skills and confidence needed to build lasting careers in the trades. As the region prepares for major infrastructure investments and global events that will place new demands on its construction workforce, these programs are helping build a stronger workforce pipeline that supports both individual economic mobility and the region’s long-term growth.