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ASSOCIATIONS
COMMITTED TO PROFESSIONALISM
WPI is committed to promoting professional business and construction practices. We demonstrate this commitment by participating in the following list of industry associations.
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Northwest Wall and Ceiling Bureau
The membership of the NWCB consists of subcontractors, manufacturers, suppliers, labor organizations and other professionals in the wall and ceiling industry in the northwestern United States and western Canada. The NWCB provides its members a wide array of services to help them run their businesses more effectively and to keep abreast of the developments that will affect them.
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Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry
AWCI members are contractors, suppliers, and manufacturers in the wall and ceiling industry. These members frequently work with various acoustic systems, ceiling systems, drywall systems, exterior finishing systems, fireproofing systems, and flooring systems.
AWCI's mission is to provide services that enhance their member's ability to operate a successful business.
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Port of Portland DBE Mentor Program
The Port of Portland's DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprises) Mentor Program provides a mentoring service to small and up coming contracting firms that need some assistance in starting a business.
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American Society of Professional Estimators
The ASPE is a national association of estimators which aims to promote ethics and professionalism in estimating. The Society provides a network for promotion and assistance.
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Oregon Building Congress
The mission of the OBC is to partner with educators to increase the quality and diversity of entrants into the building industry's apprenticeship, community college and four-year college programs.
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Construction Specifications Institute
CSI is a national association of architects, engineers, contractors, and suppliers who strive to promote the correct use and specification of materials in building. The Institute provides contact with architects, suppliers and other contractors. The Institute also promotes better use of materials in construction.
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