Labor Unions

Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter:

Establishments in this industry represent members in employment contract negotiations and provide workplace support. Major organizations in the US include the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees; the International Brotherhood of Teamsters; the National Education Association; and the Service Employees International Union. Outside the US, major organizations include the All-China Federation of Trade Unions, the Congress of South African Trade Unions, and France's General Confederation of Labor.

COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

Business and job growth drive demand. The profitability of individual organizations depends on ability to expand membership. Large unions have stronger bargaining power and advantages in marketing and finance. Small unions can succeed by serving a local market or individuals in specialized industries or professions.

PRODUCTS, OPERATIONS & TECHNOLOGY

The majority of revenue comes from religious congregation membership and business & professional association membership at about 25% each. Unions also generate revenue from program services (about 20%) and development training programs (about 10%). Other sources of revenues also come from trading securities and commodity contracts as well as private contributions.