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General Lunch Meeting: Prequalification Technology Built for and by Subcontractors

About the Presentation: As we operate during uncertain times, subcontractor risk management has been instrumental in maintaining the integrity of the construction supply chain. Over the next few months, the majority of the market will be requested to renew their prequalification as 2021 financial statements become available, known as The Great Expiry. Join us for … READ MORE

2022 Annual Golf Tournament is a Success!

On Friday, April 1, 2022, 35 teams joined us at Cypresswood Golf Club for the ASA-HC’s Annual Spring Golf Tournament. Not only did we enjoy the most perfect golfing weather, but everyone got a kick out of the AR-15 golf ball launcher on hole #1 hosted by Patriot Golf. Click here for a complete list … READ MORE

NAWIC Women in Construction Week: March 6-12

ASA-HC is a proud supporter of NAWIC’s annual celebration of women in construction! Visit their website to learn how you can participate in the week-long activities! 2022 WIC Week Activities (nawic-houston.org)

Does Your Emergency Action Plan Include Preparations for an Active Shooter Scenario?

Although active shooter incidents are statistically rare, it is important to include preparations for an event in your workplace violence mitigation plan. At the next monthly lunch meeting, ASA members will hear from military veteran and retired SWAT Officer with experience in deadly force situations, Rick Hernandez who currently serves as Safety Director for Gamma … READ MORE

ICYMI: EIC Awards: That’s a Wrap!

Did you miss this year’s Excellence in Construction awards?  We dug out our best neon. We dusted off our 90s slang. We went cowabunga for the best contractors and projects in Houston. And it was TOO. LEGIT. We’re grateful to everyone who joined us for this IN-PERSON awards event, and to every sponsor and member … READ MORE

BLDG Peer Group Mixing It Up on February 24

Join the ASA-HC’s Building Leaders Development Group (BLDG) for a bit of networking at Cedar Creek Bar & Grill. This is a great event for you if you: Are in the construction industry; Are under the age of 35 Would like to share a tasty beverage with your peers. The goal of BLDG is to … READ MORE

Forcing the Issue – Tools for Collection When the Lien Fails

For contractors the Mechanic’s lien is the end all be all tool to prompt payment but what happens when you fail to properly perfect your lien claim? In this presentation on February 17th, Katy Baird will equip you with additional collection tools that you can utilize to bring additional pressure and parties to the table … READ MORE

EIC Awards – February 4

In recognition of our 25th anniversary, the EIC Awards are going back to the 90’s! Are you ready to get jiggy? We’ll all be hella fly at the next EIC awards ceremony. Be there or be square. 🙂 You already know the Bayou City’s contractors are da bomb. Now we’re raisin’ the roof in their honor! … READ MORE

NEW! Safety Leadership Series

The ASA Safety Committee is unveiling a new 6-part Safety Leadership Series beginning in February. The program will launch with “How to Establish a Formal Safety Program” on February 3rd. This one-hour, interactive seminar is intended to assist people whose role is to oversee “safety” within their subcontractor company by developing a formal safety program. … READ MORE

What’s the Forecast for 2022?

The outlook for the U.S. economy in ’22 remains upbeat. It won’t boom as it did last year, but growth will remain strong. Too many factors align to support continued expansion. U.S. growth may slow somewhat early in the year as businesses and consumers dealing with a fifth wave of the pandemic. But once that’s … READ MORE