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Driving Standards: Safe Driving and Construction Jobs

How does safe driving relate to construction job safety? This question has taken on a whole new meaning, given that many people must get to their projects from home, often driving long distances during early hours. There are many hazards on the road during this time that directly affect workers’ safety. Alcohol and drugs, fatigue … READ MORE

DOES YOUR COMPANY HAVE AN OFFICE IN AUSTIN?

ASA is exploring putting a chapter in Austin, Texas. Part of the initial research includes finding out how many current ASA members have offices or branches in Austin. If you do, please let us know at asa@asahouston.org

TAP INTO ASA: SAFETY BY DESIGN, INC.

Safety by Design, Inc. is a full-service safety consulting firm specializing in commercial construction. Owner, Lee Hart, a 17-year veteran of the safety industry and adjunct professor at the University of Houston, heads a workforce that is knowledgeable and well respected. Services offered include but are not limited to: full-time safety coordinators, training and education; … READ MORE

Early Bird Pricing for SUBExcel 2020 Ends February 3rd!

Register by February 3rd for SUBExcel and save $100!  Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to network with fellow industry leaders, learn from top-notch speakers, and grow your company as it heads into the new decade.  Attending SUBExcel is the best thing you can do to prepare your company for the future! Click here … READ MORE

TAP INTO ASA: CARR, RIGGS & INGRAM, LLC

Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC has been serving construction companies from North Carolina to Texas over the last 60 plus years.  Our clients include general contractors, prime subcontractors, industrial contractors and construction industry suppliers.  With such a diverse practice we are well versed in the unique accounting and tax complexities faced by companies in the … READ MORE

2020 D.C. Legislative Fly-In

Mark Your Calendar for June 9-10, 2020 Are you an ASA member interested in walking the halls of Capitol Hill to advocate for public policy that strengthens the rights and interests of subcontractors in the construction industry? ASA is holding its Annual Legislative Fly-In on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC to allow members to engage … READ MORE

UPCOMING EVENTS

Safety Committee – Jan. 28 Event Details Business Development Peer Group – Jan. 28 Event Details Schmooze & Mingle with Vaughn Construction – Feb. 5 Event Details 23rd Annual Excellence In Construction Awards Gala – Feb. 7 Event Details Spring Golf Tournament Committee Meeting – Feb. 12 Event Details Building Leaders Development Group (BLDG) – … READ MORE

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN SERVING ON THE SPRING GOLF TOURNAMENT COMMITTEE?

ASA-HC annual spring Golf Tournament will take place on Friday, Apr. 3, 2020 at Cypresswood Golf Course. The committee responsible for this event will have its first meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 10:30 a.m. Please contact the ASA-HC office (asa@asahouston.org) if you are interested in participating on the committee.

GET REGISTERED NOW FOR JANUARY EVENTS!

General Lunch Meeting: 2020 Construction and Economic Outlook – Jan. 16 – THIS THURSDAY Event Details and Registration Safety Committee – Jan. 21 Event Details and Registration Drug & Alcohol Recognition: Reasonable Suspicion Training – Jan. 22 Event Details and Registration Business Development Peer Group – Jan. 28 Event Details and Registration  

Come to Vegas for SUBExcel 2020

Register Today for SUBExcel 2020! March 4-7, 2020 “The Economy Moving Forward” SUBExcel is ASA’s annual national convention serving the needs of construction subcontractors, specialty trade contractors and suppliers. There are many perks of attending SUBExcel: Get proven business tips from acclaimed speakers that will transform your company and your bottom line to succeed in … READ MORE