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INDUSTRY PATRON SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES AVAILABLE FOR 2020-21

ASA-HC’s Industry Patron sponsorship program offer a variety a bundled packages at discounted prices for our events and advertising throughout the year. We’re again offering four levels of sponsorships: Leader, Partner, Special Events and Lunch Meeting. This year’s Leader and Partner sponsorships each have a new benefit for the sponsorship: Leaders will have exclusive access … READ MORE

TAP INTO ASA: MELTON & MELTON

Melton & Melton, LLP is a Houston based public accounting firm serving middle-market companies in the construction industry and their owners since 1963.  We focus on building lasting personal relationships based on integrity, trust, and respect.  These relationships deepen our understanding of our clients’ issues and allow us to provide relevant, proactive advice and services.  … READ MORE

JUNE FALL PREVENTION AWARENESS MONTH

ASA-Houston Chapter is thrilled to be a part of an eight organization alliance formed to shine a spotlight on fall prevention in construction during the month of June. This week’s spotlight on fall prevention is shined on toolbox talks in video format. ASA-HC’s Safety committee developed a 20-minute presentation that can be watched all at … READ MORE

OUR “GOLF IS ESSENTIAL” SPRING TOURNAMENT SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE

Our Friday, Jun. 19 golf tournament is sold out for teams, but sponsorships are still available. Act fast if you want your company to be visible at the tournament! Exclusive Hole Sponsor – 1 left Hole Sponsor – 3 left Meal Sponsor – open Event Details and Sponsorship  

OSHA LAUNCHES WEBPAGE FOR CONSTRUCTION CORONAVIRUS-RELATED GUIDANCE

Last week the Department of Labor (DOL) announced that OSHA has launched a webpage with coronavirus-related guidance for construction employers and workers. The guidance includes recommended actions to reduce the risk of exposure to the coronavirus. OSHA Construction Guidance Page ASA-HC COVID Resource Page  

Reopening the Worksite – ASA’s Attorneys’ Council Panel

Join us on May 28th, 2020 at 1pm Central for our complimentary webinar, “ASA COVID-19 Response: Reopening the Worksite – Attorneys’ Council Panel.” During this important webinar panel, we address your questions regarding the challenges and pitfalls ahead as each state approaches reopening during the Covid-19 pandemic. From written notice and supply chain issues to … READ MORE

PPP LOAN FORGIVENESS APPLICATION EDUCATION SESSION

Join Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC (CRI) for this free Quick Hit webcast session on the recently released loan forgiveness application for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). The presentation will cover the application itself, along with key information from the associated instructions and any other guidance provided by the federal government. The webcast will close … READ MORE

“Re-open, Renew and Revitalize” Campaign

“Re-open, Renew and Revitalize” Campaign Tells Lawmakers: Economic Recovery Begins with Multi-Year Transportation Investment Package ASA, along with the Transportation Construction Coalition (TCC), launched an advertising and grassroots campaign designed to encourage Congress to make new infrastructure investments as the major catalyst for economic recovery in the wake of COVID-19. The primary message of the … READ MORE

NEW HOT TOPIC DISCUSSION WITH AN INDUSTRY EXPERT

PPP Good Faith Certification Since the announcement of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) in late March, small business owner’s heads have been spinning trying to apply for, get approved, get funded and figure out what needs to be done to get the loans forgiven. Last Thursday, May 14, Andrews Myers, P.C.’s Co-Managing Shareholder, Patrick Hayes, … READ MORE