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AZUCA Membership Directory - 2015 azuca president W hy? This is a question we all face every day. Why take the time to read my message? You could spend your time doing many other things but by reading my message, you will understand the passion the membership of AZUCA has for the utility contracting community. Shortly after I hired our first construction crew in 2004, I joined AZUCA as a board member. Not knowing exactly what benefit AZUCA would bring to my company, I knew being a member would help my company. After many years of participating in as many events as I could, not only has AZUCA helped me and my company, AZUCA has helped make a safer and more knowledgeable utility contractor community. A message from the azuca director W elcome to longstanding and new members alike! You are a dynamic innovative group who has brought new life to our organization through its many transitions. AZUCA is your vehicle to success by connecting with your peers at our many events, attending free educational seminars, getting free and discounted safety training, and knowing that your interests are being represented in the legislative and regulatory arenas. Nationally, we are part of a group of independent Utility Contractors Associations that are working together to As our team journeys down the road as a utility contractor, every day our team intends to do the best job we can with the knowledge we have. I have learned that knowledge can help an organization be successful. Though knowledge does not guarantee success, it is almost like an insurance policy, it can help you in difficult situations. As the 2015 President of AZUCA, I encourage every utility contractor to get involved in this amazing organization, and you to use our vendor members that support our organization throughout the year. Through participation and the resources available to all members, you will gain more knowledge to assist in building a safer and more proficient team. Join AZUCA on an amazing journey! Ben Goddard AZUCA President BPG Designs improve our state organizations and keep our members informed. We are honored to work closely with Arizona OSHA through our Alliance to help make excavations safer throughout the state. All employees’ children of member companies are eligible to apply for one of our two annual scholarships worth $6,000. Visit our website to stay updated on our upcoming events and many member resources. I look forward to seeing you at the next event! Connie Peretz Executive Director AZUCA [email protected] Our mission is to actively participate and serve our members, working together to support and improve the Arizona utility contracting community. FOUR - AZUCA About azuca T he Arizona Utility Contractors Association (AZUCA) was founded in 1975 by local utility contractors to address the growing issues associated with underground utility installation as the building boom was just starting to take off and our state population was growing exponentially. Like any other group or business, we have changed over the years to meet the needs of our members. AZUCA and its members stand for many fundamental qualities. These are provided below. Core Values AZUCA and Its Members Stand For: Resource We strive to communicate between all membership types to better the underground utility industry. Safety 00 A letter from the We uphold high construction standards, and comply with regulations and industry best practices. Integrity We conduct ethical business practices with honesty and integrity. Advocacy We participate with industry committees to represent the best interests of the utility construction community. Loyalty/Support of Members We support our members through participation.