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2019 EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION (EIC) NOMINATIONS DUE NEXT WEEK

On February 7, 2020 Houston area general contractors and architects/engineers will be recognized at ASA-HC’s 23rd annual Excellence in Construction awards event. Winners will be selected by the members of ASA-Houston Chapter through nomination and voting. NEW THIS YEAR – ONLINE SUBMISSIONS! Nominations can now be submitted online! Follow the link below to go directly … READ MORE

TAP INTO ASA: LAPORTE CPA’S AND BUSINESS ADVISORS

“Doug Hidalgo and LaPorte CPAs & Business Advisors have been a valued partner of National Terrazzo Tile and Marble.  For 14 years they have shown the construction industry depth, professionalism, and attention to detail that I need and expect in an accounting firm.“ Victor Longo, President, National Terrazzo Tile and Marble For over 50 years, … READ MORE

2019 EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION (EIC) NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN

On February 7, 2020 Houston area general contractors and architects/engineers will be recognized at ASA-HC’s 23rd annual Excellence in Construction awards event. Winners will be selected by the members of ASA-Houston Chapter through nomination and voting. NEW THIS YEAR – ONLINE SUBMISSIONS! Nominations can now be submitted online! Follow the link below to go directly … READ MORE

SHE BUILDS IT GOLF SHIRT AND SOCK ORDER DUE THIS FRIDAY!

ASA-HC She Builds It Women’s Peer Group logo’d items are available for order! This time we have golf shirts and custom-made socks. SBI Golf Shirts The She Builds It logo is embroidered on the front left-side (see picture attached). The shirts will come in black (men’s and women’s cut) and fuchsia (women’s cut only). Sizes … READ MORE

Are You Working To Engage Young People in the Trades? Tell ASA About It!

We want to hear from you!  Tell us how you are working to engage young people and new employees in the trades.  Are you working with programs like Helmets to Hardhats?  Does your company have a partnership with a local community college, university or apprenticeship program??  How do you connect with your local community? The … READ MORE

TAP INTO ASA: MEMCO

MEMCO is a customer-oriented staffing and payroll firm dedicated to providing high quality services to employers. MEMCO’s services range from providing temporary workers to meet specific job needs, to long term employee management strategies such as temp-to-perm and payrolling.  Our clients utilize MEMCO to perform all employee/payroll related duties thus allowing our clients to focus … READ MORE

TAP INTO ASA: SAFETY BY DESIGN

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

Apply Today for ASA Awards

Applications are now being accepted for many of the awards offered by ASA.   The ASA Certificate of Excellence in Ethics recognizes subcontractors for their commitment to ASA values, such quality construction and a safe and healthy work environment. Each applicant is required to respond to questions concerning the firm’s corporate ethics policies and procedures, its … READ MORE

ASA’s National Board of Directors Takes to Capitol Hill

On Thursday, September 26, 2019, members of the American Subcontractors Association’s (ASA) Board of Directors, including the Executive Committee, walked the halls of Congress to meet with key congressional staff to promote the association’s legislative priorities in the 116th Congress. Our members also had the opportunity to meet with Rep. Veasey (D-TX), a prime sponsor … READ MORE