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EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION (EIC) SPONSORSHIPS DUE NEXT WEEK!

Sponsorships for the 23rd annual Excellence In Construction (EIC) event are still available. More than 250 individuals from the Houston area construction industry will be at the event. If you’re company would like to be a part of the Feb. 7, 2020 event, get your form (or online purchase) to ASA-HC no later than Tuesday, … READ MORE

GENERAL LUNCH MEETING: 2020 CONSTRUCTION AND ECONOMIC OUTLOOK – JAN. 16

On Thursday, Jan. 16 and for the 10th year, ASA-HC is pleased to have Pat Kiley, FMI Corporation, give his highly anticipated and incredibly informative construction and economic outlook. This program has sold out in the past so don’t wait until the last minute! Event Details and Registration  

TAP INTO ASA: BOWEN, MICLETTE & BRITT

For over 30 years, Bowen, Miclette & Britt has brought its customers a commitment to excellence, innovation and service in the complex world of insurance and risk management. As one of the largest independent insurance agencies in the country, BMB’s client base has gravitated over the years towards several industry niches, specifically Construction, Energy, Marine … READ MORE

EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION (EIC) SPONSORSHIPS DUE DEC. 31

Sponsorships for the 23rd annual Excellence In Construction (EIC) event are still available. More than 250 individuals from the Houston area construction industry will be at the event. If you’re company would like to be a part of the Feb. 7, 2020 event, get your form (or online purchase) to ASA-HC no later than Tuesday, … READ MORE

DRUG & ALCOHOL RECOGNITION: REASONABLE SUSPICION TRAINING – JAN. 22

On Wednesday, Jan. 22, ASA-HC and Adams Insurance Service will provide a two-hour training session on drug and alcohol recognition. The seminar is designed to teach supervisors, foremen, managers, human resources personnel, etc.: How to recognize individuals under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol; How to deal with this in the workplace; How to effectively … READ MORE

ASK SHEET ON HOLIDAY SAFETY

While you’re decorating your tree, putting up lights and enjoying holiday festivities, keep in mind the safety of yourself, family, friends and others by boning up on Winter Holiday Safety in the Home.   Winter Holiday Safety in the Home ASK Sheet All Family-Centered ASK Sheets  

Introducing SUBExcel 2020 Keynote Speaker, Martha-Ann Marley. M.A. Surety

During SUBExcel, ASA’s annual national convention, we are proud to announce that Martha-Ann Marley of M.A. Surety will be our Keynote Speaker during the Opening Session of the event.  Her presentation, “Economic Update”, will focus on the economic forecast and how to profitably maneuver through the next cycle. M.A. Surety is a surety agency and … READ MORE

SHE BUILDS IT HOLIDAY GATHERING WAS A HUGE SUCCESS!

On Dec. 4, more than 120 women from companies involved in the Houston construction industry gathered together at Kirby Icehouse for ASA-HC’s She Builds It Holiday Gathering. Women in the construction industry had the opportunity to meet one another and build relationships, while also lending a helping hand to ASA-HC families with kids who could … READ MORE

EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION (EIC) TOP FIVE ANNOUNCED

The voting is complete and the Top Five nominations in each category have been determined. The winners in each category will be announced at the Feb. 7, 2020 event. The link below will take you to the list of the Top Five in each category. Take a couple of minutes and reach out and congratulate … READ MORE

CONTRACT LANGUAGE SEMINAR – DEC. 5 – EIGHT SPOTS LEFT!

For the 10th year, ASA-HC presents a jam-packed three-hour seminar on contract language/clauses that all subcontractors need to be aware of and understand. Jason Walker and Chris Love of Andrews Myers, P.C., will guide participants through the legalese that can trip you up, leave you unprotected, or responsible for someone else’s mistakes.   Seats are … READ MORE