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Southeast Michigan, as well as Operating Engineers in Outstate Michigan, are presently participating in the CAM Labor Program. All benefits of the Labor Program are available at no additional cost. CAM’s Labor Relations Program is making contractors more productive and competitive by providing the best advice and information available. Among the benefits, participating contractors receive: • Informational bulletins relating to current developments in the areas of labor relations. • Advice regarding the proper interpretation of collective bargaining agreements. • Assistance in resolving disputed issues with labor unions related to both contractual and non-contractual matters. • Advice regarding proper work assignments, and assistance in resolving conflicting work claims. CAM’s Labor Relations Program continues to grow as union contactors realize the quality and extent of the assistance available. In 2009, Patrick Baker assumed the duties of Director of Labor Relations upon Forrest Henry’s retirement. CAM BUYERS GUIDE The most widely used construction directory in the state, the CAM Buyers Guide was distributed to 13,000 contractors, architects, buyers and users of construction in 2009. The Buyers Guide provides useful information, and remains a specialized marketing tool for the members of CAM. The 2010 directory will contain over 10,100 classified categories with sub-headings. For the first time, the 2010 Buyers Guide will feature a new LEED section, containing companies that employ individuals who have obtained LEED AP (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design, Accredited Professional) Certification. Over 100 companies took listings under this new heading, earning the Buyers Guide more than an additional $5,000.00. CAM MAGAZINE CAM Magazine, The Voice of the Construction Industry in Michigan, held steady amid a tentative economic climate and continued to produce a quality publication. CAM Magazine Online can be found at www.cammagazineonline.com and has grown to 169 monthly online subscribers. As of November 2009, CAM Magazine had over 51,000 online readers - averaging 228 reads a day - from 65 Countries. CAM Magazine now also has an online presence through Twitter and Facebook, with 440 Twitter Followers and 40 fans on Facebook. PLUS, as a bonus to magazine advertisers, CAM Magazine is now offering click-thru’s from online ads to the company’s actual websites. In 2009, CAM Magazine held its fifth annual Special Issue Award ceremonies at CAM Expo. Commemorative plaques were given to the architects and general contractors whose projects appeared in the Special Issue 2008. CAM Magazine also presented the Green Project of the Year Awards for the first time in 2009, acknowledging one overall winner and four honorable mention “green” projects.
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MEMBERSHIP 2009 was a very challenging year for CAM’s Membership Department; more so than the last several years. In 2009, the Membership Department has seen a drop of about 35 percent in new members signed. CAM members and prospects are faced with the same problems that we are all confronted with on a daily basis regarding the Michigan economy: acquisitions, mergers, financial trouble, and closing doors after many years of business and membership with CAM. However, CAM’s membership goals for 2010 are to continue to work hard to assist our members with the goods and services we have to offer, to focus on our many successes as an association, and to continue to bring in new members. At CAM, our successes make us strong. DISCOUNT PROGRAMS CAM Members continue to take advantage of the many cost-saving programs at CAM. The Construction Association of Michigan has unrivaled negotiating and buying power behind it with its 3,000+ members firms and their 40,000+ employees. In 2009 CAM added a Profit Recovery Program through GreenFlag; an Office Supply Program through Staples; a Fleet Management Program through Enterprise Fleet; a Career Center through CAM Career Center; and Replaced DHL with FedEx Shipping. In 2010 the Speedway SuperFleet Discount Fueling Program will increase from $.04 to $.05. CAM reviews its affinity programs on a regular basis, constantly adding or renegotiating discounts for goods and services that can assist our members and their employees. Because of this, CAM members have a competitive advantage. Look for the CAM-Endorsed Service Provider Logo to receive your discount. The latest additions are listed online at www.cam-online.com. SOCIAL EVENTS In 2009 CAM’s marketing staff and social committee organized many social events for Members. The list includes a well-attended Men’s Bowling Double Classic, an afternoon Bowling League, an evening Bowling League, four Summer Golf outings, and two Sporting Clays events. These outings are a great opportunity to socialize with friends, clients and colleagues and enjoy some down time. In 2009, CAM began its series of CAM Connect networking events. Very popular and well-attended, the CAM Connect events brought CAM members together to network in different venues and further their businesses knowledge by attending free or low-cost industry programs. In 2009 we successfully brought together approximately 400 members at four events: Greektown Casino; LaFontaine Automotive Group; Mariners Boat Club; and Barton Malow Company. The CAM Connect series will continue throughout 2010.
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