The Benefits of MEMBERSHIP
Secure the Future for Your Organization and the Adhesive and Sealant Industry.
ASC connects you and your company to a world of resources that deliver results!
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About ASC | Why We Exist
The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) is a North American trade association dedicated to representing the adhesive and sealant industry. Founded in 1958, ASC represents the supply chain including adhesive and sealant manufacturers, raw material and equipment suppliers, distributors, and industry consultants representing the U.S. industry with operations around the world.
Vision | Our Impact
Innovators Secure the Future with Adhesives and Sealants.
Mission
What We Do
ASC delivers career education, innovation collaboration, community knowledge sharing and a unified industry voice. Together, we accelerate the adoption of adhesives and sealants to strengthen our member businesses.
Strategic Priorities | What Guides Us
To achieve ASC’s mission and vision, three strategic priorities guide the organization in building upon our successful history:
• Advocacy – Give voice and representation to the adhesive and sealant industry
• End User Engagement – Engage end user stakeholders to create synergies that advance ASC’s mission and vision
• Sustainability – Insights, partnerships and initiatives to advance and support sustainability efforts on behalf of members and the industry
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Member Benefits | Why Companies Join
ASC connects you and your organization to the leading companies in the adhesive and sealant value chain and offers invaluable resources that deliver results. ASC members receive significant discounts on ASC event registrations, publications, education programs and more. Members also have the opportunity to serve on select committees, task force programs and working groups focused on important industry-related issues.
Why Membership Matters | Impact
“By becoming a member of ASC we get a seat at the table and can help shape the direction our trade association takes.”
“Collectively we become a stronger voice and stronger advocate for the adhesive & sealant industry.”
“As members we can help determine the issues to be tackled and how ASC will incorporate, advocate, and focus on those issues in the short and long term.”
“The networking opportunities are invaluable. Making connections, expanding our reach and participating in all of the industry events is a key part of why we are members.”
“Membership in ASC is our way of GIVING BACK to our industry, to our team, and to each community we visit during these national conferences .” Learn more and join today at www.ascouncil.org/membership
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The Benefits of MEMBERSHIP
ASC Delivers: NETWORKING
ASC offers its members exclusive networking opportunities and the ability for companies to reach buyers and decision makers. Annual gatherings provide members with one-on-one interactions with colleagues, executives, prospects, and influencers in the adhesive and sealant industry.
• Annual Convention – the largest gathering of adhesive & sealant professionals in North America and the setting for robust educational sessions, networking events, and a trade show
• Executive Leadership Conference – a special networking and leadership skills event designed to focus on insights and perspectives that matter to leaders within our industry
• Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) – attending the annual ASC Emerging Leaders Workshop uniquely places you in a special networking group of future leaders in the adhesive and sealant industry with year-round opportunities to network
• World Adhesive & Sealant Conference (WAC) – the most important international event for stakeholders in the adhesive and sealant global industry. WAC takes place only once every four years alternating between three regions, and hosted by each, including the United States (ASC), Europe (FEICA) and Asia (ARAC)
• Sponsorship Opportunities – companies maximize their exposure at annual gatherings as sponsors to stand above the crowd, drive leads to sales teams, and show their commitment and support to the industry
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ASC Delivers: EDUCATION
ASC offers its members valuable educational opportunities on core adhesive and sealant technologies, advanced materials, business trends, strategic drivers, and regulatory issues.
• Training Academy Certificate (TAC) Program – fundamentals and focused adhesive and sealant courses for professionals in the major market segments, technologies, and chemistries with various subscription levels available
• Live and Recorded Webinars – technical and business-interest webinars designed for cost-effective and convenient online career development and skills training for the industry
• Annual Convention Programming – in person educational sessions at annual meetings focused on the latest technologies, emerging research, soon-to-be commercially viable technologies, business issues, feedstock trends, regulatory affairs, market conditions, and end user focused tracks
• Short Courses – in person technical courses with the latest information and experiential learning on adhesive and sealant technologies from industry experts designed for both technical and non-technical staff
• Past Proceedings library – recent and archived proceedings, seminars and presentations from national conventions, technical short courses, and business seminars to keep members up to date
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ASC Delivers: INDUSTRY RESOURCES
ASC connects you and your organization to valuable resources that deliver results. As a member, you have access to timely industry updates, market reports, working committees, recruitment tools, scholarship programs and much more. Join ASC and put the power of your company’s membership to work for you.
• North American Market Report – current and forecasted industry data report with growth forecasts published every three years
• ASC Buyer’s Marketplace – ASC’s online adhesive & sealant directory tool serves as a quick and efficient way for end users and industry manufacturers to find the right adhesive & sealant solution and the right partner for their application needs. Users can narrow their directory search by market segment, technology, raw materials, equipment or service needs
• Connected to ASC Podcast – a monthly podcast exploring current hot topics within the adhesive and sealant industry with the people who know them most
• Quarterly Bulletin – digital news bulletin published each quarter covering important industry topics with bite-sized articles and brief videos featuring industry influencers
• Industry Forums – a collaborative and problem-solving platform that draws on the expertise and the experience of members to address issues or challenges faced by the industry
• Scholarship Program – initiated in memory of industry pioneer Gene Simmons, the program provides financial support to students pursuing a degree in a related technical field
• Committees – active committees that engage industry leaders on the business of ASC and the industry, provide valuable knowledge sharing, and peer-to-peer interaction
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ASC Delivers: INNOVATION
ASC provides members with platforms and programs to link the value chain, stimulate research and development, foster innovation, engage buyers and sellers, and grow the adhesive and sealant industry.
• The EXPO – a tradeshow style event held at ASC national conventions designed to engage buyers and sellers and showcase the latest products, services and innovations available to the industry. Members receive significant discounts
• Innovation Awards Program – an awards program to recognize innovation in application in the adhesive and sealant industry to distinguish and promote the next generation of products and technologies
• Speaking to the Industry – member companies have the opportunity to address the entire industry at annual events to share expertise and the latest innovations and gain exposure
• The Adhesion Society – through a unique management arrangement, ASC supports and promotes the strong technical programming the Society produces for chemistry researchers
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ASC Delivers: ADVOCACY
As the collective voice for the industry, ASC communicates the benefits of adhesives and sealants to stakeholders and is a critical resource for members providing an understanding of complex environmental, health and safety regulations as well as communicating the possible impact for the adhesive and sealant industry.
• Regulatory Affairs Committee – a collective voice on industry regulatory issues that serves as a vital member-driven committee to educate and inform the industry on complex legislation and possible impact for the adhesive and sealant industry
• Regulatory Update Newsletter – produced by Thompson Hine LLP, this informative regulatory update provides a timely summary of key regulatory issues facing our industry
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Important Issues
Matrix – ASC actively monitors and guides members on current evolving state and federal legislation and regulations including EPA’s Toxic Substances Control Act, VOC Regulations, California Safer Consumer Products Regulation and Proposition 65, Extended Producers Responsibility laws, as well as international regulatory developments, including tariffs
• Regulatory Webinars – periodic webinars on priority domestic and international regulations by subject matter experts
• NAM – ASC is a member of the Council of Manufacturing Associations on behalf of the adhesive and sealant industry. NAM and its partner organizations amplify manufacturer’s voices and connect companies to experts and industry trade associations
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