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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

2020 Legislative Fly-In: June 9-10, 2020

Mark your calendar for Jun. 9-10, 2020 if 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. The ASA is holding its Annual Legislative Fly-In on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC to allow members to … 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  

TAP INTO ASA: ANDREWS MYERS, P.C.

Proud to call Houston home for more than 20 years, Andrews Myers is a law firm renowned for our proactive and practical approach to business and celebrated for our extensive history in construction law. We operate in a number of industry sectors and legal disciplines, and as our clients have grown so has the breadth … READ MORE

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

TAP INTO ASA: COULTER, P.C.

“Texas Super Lawyer”, “Best Lawyers in America” since 2006; Board-Certified, Civil Trial Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 1991; Top (“AV”) rating by peers in the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory. Keith Coulter has represented construction companies since 1985.  Having over 30 jury verdicts, he handles trials, arbitrations, contracts, claims, lien and bond collections, insurance coverage, … 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