ALCA
Membership
When you join our vibrant community at ALCA, you can transform your career and your business. We offer exclusive benefits, training programs, networking opportunities, and more – all designed to help you thrive in the landscaping industry!
ALCA also serves as a government advocacy organization committed to supporting our industry’s cause. This important component of our work is critical to perpetuating our cause as regulation can hurt or help us to grow.
Benefits of an ALCA Membership
Certification & Training
Members have access to our Certification Programs. From irrigation to sustainable business practices and everything in between, our trainings enable landscape professionals across Arizona.
ACLP is an educational and certification program for those aspiring to be professional landscapers. Each year ALCA schedules a series of half day classes covering ten topics designed for interaction and hands-on learning.
ACIT consists of a 3 day training including hands-on activities focused on the optimization of water usage and the efficiency of existing irrigation systems.
SLM Certified individuals are posted on ALCA’s website and promoted to Community Management Companies and HOA Boards.
PMD Pre-Certification Training provides in-depth review of study materials to prepare individuals to become a certified applicator in Right-of-Way and Ornament & Turf categories.
2-Wire Training includes a detailed presentation of 2-Wire Principles, followed by hands-on manufacture demonstrations and ground fault/wire locating. Students receive a 2-Wire Training Certificate upon completion of class.
Promote Your Business
Members have access to our Certification Programs. From irrigation to sustainable business practices and everything in between, our trainings enable landscape professionals across Arizona.
Contractors are honored for their beautiful award winning landscape projects. Award recipients use their awards to market to existing and potential clients.
ALCA Influence Magazine keeps members up-to-date on the latest industry news, legislation, benefits, educational opportunities, member meetings & fun events. It is distributed to Arizona licensed landscape contractors….nearly 1,500 businesses.
ALCA vendors display their products and services while contractors meet and learn how to improve their businesses, keep current on innovative industry ideas and are not outpaced by their competitors.
Held the 3rd Wednesday of the month, Member Mixers provide peer to peer networking in a casual atmosphere. Round table discussions are held prior to the mixers to discuss pertinent and timely issues facing landscape contractors and the industry. Each month the Mixer is hosted by a different member company and provides an opportunity to keep up with industry happenings and connect with fellow members while enjoying a buffet of food.
Directory and Resource Guide is published annually giving members an up-to-date listing of members and a quick reference for identification and work and services they perform.
ALCA Programs
From advocacy to retirement plan benefits, scholarships and events in between – ALCA members benefit from the programs we provide.
ALCA provides representation and advocacy of landscape and maintenance contractors’ interest before federal, state, county and municipal governments on industry’s issues.
ALCA has established a 401(k) multiple employer plan proving significant savings on administration and compliance costs and an open investment platform. Class share means lower fees and better overall investment return for members and their employees.
Scholarship Programs is available for those who wish to establish or build their careers in the green industry or for ALCA members and their immediate families.
Golf Tournament is held annually in memory of Sky Blu Underwood in which the proceeds go to the scholarship fund.
Become
an ALCA
Member
When you become a member of ALCA you have access to benefits that are designed to support your professional growth and business success.
Fill out the application now to unlock access to benefits and resources that will take you or your business to another level.
Membership Directory
With an ALCA membership, you can search for other members, find industry partners, and build your professional network through our easy-to-use directory.
Need to Renew?
Renew your ALCA membership to continue enjoying exclusive benefits, training opportunities, business promotion, networking events, and industry advocacy.
ALCA Sponsorships
ALCA’s Sponsorship Program offers opportunities for businesses to gain visibility while supporting the landscape industry. Your sponsorship helps fund essential programs and initiatives, benefiting both the industry and your business.
Contact us today to learn more about ALCA sponsorships and how you can partner with us to make a positive impact on the landscaping industry.