The Associated General Contractors of America is a professional association of contractors in the construction industry. Based in Seattle, Wash., the association conducts numerous programs, including government affairs, labor relations, safety, group retro, future leadership forum, continuing education and more. It offers a range of benefit plans for its members, such as labor and human resource, health insurance, retirement plan, education, workforce development, member discounts and sponsorship/advertising opportunities. In addition, The Associated General Contractors of America advocates for the construction industry at the federal, state and local levels. It also reduces costs, delays and inefficiencies from excessive government regulation. The association strives to improve public and private sector construction markets.