Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Construction Industry Advocacy in New York
The Association of Wall Ceiling & Carpentry Industries of New York (WC&C) has served as a vital advocate for union contractors in the wall and ceiling industry since its founding in 1953. Our organization specializes in labor relations, technical education, and business development for contractors signatory to collective bargaining agreements. We provide critical support through legislative advocacy, dispute resolution, and professional networking opportunities that strengthen members' competitive position. Our team maintains deep expertise in construction industry challenges, including supply chain disruptions, tariff impacts, and workforce development.As a trusted representative of union contractors, we uphold strict antitrust compliance while fostering collaboration between contractors, suppliers, and labor partners. Our long-standing relationships with public agencies and industry stakeholders position us to influence policy decisions affecting the construction sector. Through partnerships with organizations like AWCI and the Construction Industry Partnership, we deliver expanded resources for member success. Our commitment to ethical business practices and industry advancement has made us a cornerstone of New York's construction community.
Services
Collective Bargaining
Legislative Advocacy
Networking Events
Workforce Development
Antitrust Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1953
Highlights and features
- We offer collective bargaining power for key industry issues
- Our members gain exclusive networking opportunities with union contractors
- We provide expert legislative advocacy for construction policy changes
- Our team has 70+ years of combined industry experience
- We maintain strong relationships with public agencies and labor partners
Services
Collective Bargaining
We represent contractors in negotiating collective bargaining agreements with labor unions. Our experts handle wage determinations, benefit packages, and work rules while maintaining antitrust compliance. This service ensures fair labor standards while protecting contractors' business interests through strategic negotiations.
Legislative Advocacy
Our team advocates for favorable construction industry regulations at local, state, and federal levels. We monitor legislative developments affecting contractors and coordinate with policymakers to shape regulations impacting wall and ceiling construction operations and labor practices.
Networking Events
We organize annual golf outings, holiday parties, and conventions that facilitate business relationships between contractors, suppliers, and labor partners. These events include educational workshops and provide opportunities for collaboration within the union construction community.
Workforce Development
Through partnerships with training centers and industry organizations, we offer professional development opportunities for contractors. Our programs cover safety protocols, technical skills, and business management practices essential for success in the competitive construction market.
Antitrust Compliance
We provide comprehensive antitrust policy frameworks and compliance training for members. Our guidelines prevent illegal business practices while enabling legitimate industry collaboration through clear rules for ethical business conduct and information sharing.
People
Mike Weber
President
Mike Weber leads WC&C with extensive industry experience, having navigated challenges like supply chain disruptions and international trade tariffs. He represents members in policy discussions and appears in industry publications discussing construction sector issues.
John DeLollis
Executive Director
John DeLollis serves as Executive Director, overseeing daily operations and member services. He provides expert guidance on collective bargaining agreements and industry regulations, with direct experience in labor-management relations spanning decades.
Questions
What benefits do WC&C members receive?
Members gain collective bargaining power, legislative advocacy, networking events, workforce development programs, and antitrust compliance guidance.
How can contractors join the association?
Contractors can join by submitting a completed application and meeting eligibility requirements as signatory contractors in the wall and ceiling industry.
What services does WC&C provide for labor relations?
We handle collective bargaining agreements, dispute resolution, and antitrust compliance guidance for member contractors.
Does WC&C offer industry training programs?
Yes, through partnerships with training centers and industry organizations, we provide workforce development and safety training programs.
What events does WC&C organize annually?
We host annual golf outings, holiday parties, conventions, and educational workshops for industry networking and professional development.
How does WC&C support legislative advocacy?
Our team monitors regulatory developments and advocates for favorable policies affecting wall and ceiling contractors at all government levels.
