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On Sept. 3, 2020, 18 ASA-HC members were recognized for their Commitment To Safety (CTS). Each member received a plaque in recognition of earning Gold status for 2020-21 year.
Not even a pandemic could stop our annual spring golf tournament! Held on Friday, Jun. 19, players enjoyed getting out to play golf while keeping within the precautions taken to keep everyone safe.
1st Place Team - Milestone Metals, Inc. (53)
Charles Archer, Ryan Parish, Macy Archer, Cody Paige;
2nd Place Team - Pogue Construction (55)
Bob Bedrich, Brandon Wilson, James Kelly, Wes Nesbit;
3rd Place Team - Slack & Co. Contracting, Inc. (56)
Ken Terveen, Terry Buza, Jimmy Jimenez, Grayson Williams;
Chipping contest (1 foot): Kyle Ishimoto, MAREK team;
Putting contest (7 inches): Ron LaRicci, Camarata Masonry Systems team
1st Place Team - Milestone Metals, Inc. (53)
Charles Archer, Ryan Parish, Macy Archer, Cody Paige;
2nd Place Team - Pogue Construction (55)
Bob Bedrich, Brandon Wilson, James Kelly, Wes Nesbit;
3rd Place Team - Slack & Co. Contracting, Inc. (56)
Ken Terveen, Terry Buza, Jimmy Jimenez, Grayson Williams;
Chipping contest (1 foot): Kyle Ishimoto, MAREK team;
Putting contest (7 inches): Ron LaRicci, Camarata Masonry Systems team
ASA-HC held its online No Pants PAC Party Feb. 10 - Mar. 20, 2020. On Friday, Mar. 20, ASA-HC members celebrated how they made a difference to the TCA PAC without suffering through some boring fundraiser – or even bothering with pants.
On Friday, Feb. 7, 2020 more than 250 individuals gathered to recognize companies and individuals who exemplify Excellence In Construction and the winners in the nine categories were announced.
For the 10th year, ASA-HC was pleased to have Pat Kiley, FMI Corporation, give his highly anticipated and incredibly informative construction and economic outlook. This sold out event offered all in attendance a healthy dose of information they can use to plan ahead in 2020 and beyond.
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 use a little help this holiday season. During the event, gift cards were collected and these incredible women in attendance donated more than $4,100 in cards, which were distributed to 16 families within 6 ASA-HC member companies.
At ASA-HC’s Oct. 17, 2019 general lunch meeting, 18 companies were recognized for achieving their 2019-20 Commitment To Safety (CTS) Gold level. The CTS program was developed to recognize companies that implement effective construction safety and health programs, and provide effective safety and health training for management, supervisors and employees.
On Friday, Oct. 4, 2019 ASA-HC held it's annual fishing tournament. The winners are:
First Place Overall:
Boat Captain:
Second Place Overall:
Boat Captain:
Third Place Overall:
Boat Captain:
First Place Women's:
Boat Captain:
Trout winner:
Flounder winner:
Redfish winner:
Big ugly winner:
First Place Overall:
Boat Captain:
Second Place Overall:
Boat Captain:
Third Place Overall:
Boat Captain:
First Place Women's:
Boat Captain:
Trout winner:
Flounder winner:
Redfish winner:
Big ugly winner:
On Saturday, Aug. 24, ASA-HC held its 13th annual Fiesta on the Beach at AIA's annual Sandcastle Competition on East Beach in Galveston. ASA-HC members and their guests enjoyed free food, drinks and a reprieve from the hot sun to relax during the competition. A HUGE thank you to the committee that puts this event together, the great crew that comes down on Friday to do the set up and works throughout Saturday to make the event possible, and the individuals who volunteer and hour or more of their time at the event to serve food and drinks to others. This event would not be possible without all of the individuals and companies that support this event!
On June 13, 2019, ASA-HC's She Builds It Women's Peer Group met at Saint Arnold Brewing Company to network, enjoy some great craft beer, and a do a tour of the brewery.
In conjunction with OSHA's National Safety Stand-Down week May 6-10, 2019, ASA-HC encouraged all members to do safety stand-downs on their jobsites and in their offices. Reported: 11,396 individuals from 35 ASA-HC member companies reported participating in Safety Stand-Downs across the city during OSHA's National Safety Stand-Down week. Pictures from ASA-HC member stand-downs:
On Mar. 19, 2019, 50 women from ASA-HC's She Builds It Women's Peer Group gathered to hear how and why Jane Henry started SeeHerWork.
Jane is a dynamic speaker and her passion for what she does pours out of her.
If your company is looking for proper fitting PPE for your women employees, check out www.seeherwork.com
Thank you Bowen, Miclette & Britt for hosting the event and sponsoring lunch.
Jane is a dynamic speaker and her passion for what she does pours out of her.
If your company is looking for proper fitting PPE for your women employees, check out www.seeherwork.com
Thank you Bowen, Miclette & Britt for hosting the event and sponsoring lunch.
On Mar. 13, 2019, ASA-HC members enjoyed the Schmooze & Mingle with Rogers-O'Brien Construction at 8th Wonder Brewery.
On Feb. 13, 2019 more than 100 individuals from ASA-HC member companies and SpawGlass Schmooze & Mingled at Kirby Ice House.
On Jan. 29 and 30, 19 individuals from ASA-HC joined more than 70 other Texas Construction Association (TCA) members from around the state for the 2019 Walk on the Capitol in Austin, Texas. The event included educational sessions, a reception with legislators and visits to the Capitol offices of Texas legislators.
On Friday, Jan. 25, 2019 more than 250 individuals gathered to recognize companies and individuals who exemplify Excellence In Construction and the winners in the nine categories were announced.
On Dec. 5, 171 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 use a little help this holiday season. During the event, gift cards were collected and these incredible women in attendance donated more than $2,500 in cards, which were distributed to 21 families within 10 ASA-HC member companies.
Thank you to JE Dunn for hosting ASA-HC's Nov. 7 Schmooze & Mingle at 8th Wonder Brewery.
Thank you to Joeris General Contractors for hosting ASA-HC's Oct. 10 Schmooze & Mingle at Cedar Creek Cafe Bar and Grill.
On Friday, Oct. 5, ASA-HC held it's annual Fall Fishing Tournament with weigh-in and awards lunch at Topwater Grill.
On Thursday, Sept. 27, ASA-HC’s She Builds It Women’s Peer Group held a networking event during a pontoon boat tour down Buffalo Bayou. The event featured Houston history, prizes and relationship building for women who work for or own an ASA-HC member company. The boat tour was followed by a happy hour at Public Service Wine & Whiskey.
On Saturday, Aug. 25, ASA-HC held its 12th annual Fiesta on the Beach at AIA's annual Sandcastle Competition on East Beach in Galveston. More than 300 members and their guests enjoyed free food, drinks and a reprieve from the hot sun to relax during the competition. A HUGE thank you to the committee that puts this event together, the great crew that comes down on Friday to do the set up and works throughout Saturday to make the event possible, and the individuals who volunteer and hour or more of their time at the event to serve food and drinks to others. This event would not be possible without all of the individuals and companies that support this event!
On Jul. 25, 50 women packed a training room to listen to a She Builds It panel discussion "The Struggles and Rewards of Being a Woman in the Construction Industry."
On Thursday, Jun. 21, 2018, the Building Leaders Development Group (BLDG) hosted a networking event at Karbach Brewing Co. The event brought construction industry individuals under the age of 35 together to enjoy a summer day, great beer, and camaraderie.
More than 170 people came out for last night's Schmooze & Mingle with Manhattan Construction Group at 8th Wonder Brewery. A great event filled with lots of networking and delicious beer.
In conjunction with OSHA's National Safety Stand-Down week May 7-11, 2018, ASA-HC encouraged all members to do safety stand-downs on their jobsites and in their offices.
Reported: 7,292 individuals from 34 ASA-HC member companies reported participating in Safety Stand-Downs across the city during OSHA's National Safety Stand-Down week.
Pictures from ASA-HC member stand-downs:
Reported: 7,292 individuals from 34 ASA-HC member companies reported participating in Safety Stand-Downs across the city during OSHA's National Safety Stand-Down week.
Pictures from ASA-HC member stand-downs:
Thank you to Hoar Construction for hosting ASA-HC's May 2nd Schmooze & Mingle at Cedar Creek Cafe Bar and Grill.
On Thursday, Apr. 25, ASA-HC held the first meeting of She Builds It, a women’s only peer group developed to be a resource, build relationships and support women involved in the construction industry. A huge thanks to Design At Work for hosting the event!
On Tuesday, Apr. 24, 2018, in support of OSHA’s National Safety Stand-Down to prevent falls in construction, Houston's Fall Prevention Alliance* held its third Fall Prevention Safety Day. The event was developed to offer the Houston area construction industry an afternoon of presentations and demonstrations to assist in preventing falls. *Houston South Area Office OSHA U.S. Department of Labor, Associated Builders and Contractors of Greater Houston, American Subcontractors Association-Houston Chapter, Gulf Coast Safety Institute/College of the Mainland, and Scaffold & Access Industry Association. For more information about Houston Fall Prevention Alliance, visit www.houstonfallprevention.com.
Thank you to Vaughn Construction for hosting ASA-HC's Apr. 4 Schmooze & Mingle at Cedar Creek Cafe Bar and Grill. We had a great crowd and the weather was perfect.
On Friday, Feb. 9, 2018 more than 250 individuals gathered to recognize companies and individuals who exemplify Excellence In Construction and the winners in the nine categories were announced.
No pants, no party – no problem! This non-event took every cringe-worthy thing you normally endure for a fancy soiree and threw it out the window. No need to hire a sitter! No need to buy a new dress or get the tux let out! No suffering through rubbery chicken for dinner! #nopantsforpac
For the 8th year, ASA-HC was pleased to have Pat Kiley and Candace Hernandez, FMI Corporation, give their highly anticipated and incredibly informative construction and economic outlook.
On Nov. 8, 2017, ASA-HC hosted a Schmooze & Mingle with DPR Construction at Cedar Creek Bar & Grill.
Oct. 4, 2017 Schmooze & Mingle with Brookstone LP at Cedar Creek Bar & Grill
ASA-HC annual fall fishing tournament was held on Friday, Sept. 29, ending at TopWater Grill for the awards and lunch.
On Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2017, the American Subcontractors Association of Central Arkansas rolled into Houston with a truck load of Harvey relief supplies donated by the Central Arkansas chapter members. Ladders, wheelbarrows, paper towels, hand tools, bleach, Clorox wipes, trash bags, batteries, water and more.
ASA of Central Arkansas chapter President Blake Finnell, CertaPro Painters, and Adam Bingham, ACE Glass delivered the truckload to Gallery Furniture in Richmond where the supplies would be distributed to Houston area residents affected by Harvey.
ASA-Houston Chapter President Ron LaRicci, Camarata Masonry Systems, Ltd., and chapter Executive Director Brianna Wright were on-hand to thank them in person for the generosity shown by Houston's ASA family in Central Arkansas.
This act of kindness goes to show that being a part of ASA is much more than education and networking . . . it’s about being a part of a nationwide construction family.
ASA of Central Arkansas chapter President Blake Finnell, CertaPro Painters, and Adam Bingham, ACE Glass delivered the truckload to Gallery Furniture in Richmond where the supplies would be distributed to Houston area residents affected by Harvey.
ASA-Houston Chapter President Ron LaRicci, Camarata Masonry Systems, Ltd., and chapter Executive Director Brianna Wright were on-hand to thank them in person for the generosity shown by Houston's ASA family in Central Arkansas.
This act of kindness goes to show that being a part of ASA is much more than education and networking . . . it’s about being a part of a nationwide construction family.
Panelists:
John Prince, Adams Insurance Service, Inc.; Richard Evans, SpawGlass; Jared Britton, Chamberlin Roofing & Waterproofing; Karl Schwab, Skyline Drones
John Prince, Adams Insurance Service, Inc.; Richard Evans, SpawGlass; Jared Britton, Chamberlin Roofing & Waterproofing; Karl Schwab, Skyline Drones
In May 2017 the ASA-HC Board of Directors gathered for a two-day strategic planning and team building session. The outcome of that meeting was a three year set of goals that will help the organization continue on its path of success.
On Saturday, Jun. 3, ASA-HC held its 11th annual Fiesta on the Beach at AIA's annual Sandcastle Competition on East Beach in Galveston. The members-only event offers free food and drinks and a cool, shady place to relax during the competition.
A HUGE thank you to the committee that puts this event together, the great crew that comes down on Friday to do the set up and works throughout Saturday to make the event possible, and the individuals who volunteer and hour or more of their time at the event to serve food and drinks to others. This event would not be possible without all of the individuals and companies that support this event!
A HUGE thank you to the committee that puts this event together, the great crew that comes down on Friday to do the set up and works throughout Saturday to make the event possible, and the individuals who volunteer and hour or more of their time at the event to serve food and drinks to others. This event would not be possible without all of the individuals and companies that support this event!
In conjunction with OSHA's National Safety Stand-Down week May 8-12, 2017, ASA-HC encouraged all members to do safety stand-downs on their jobsites and in their offices. A Safety Stand-Down is a voluntary event for employers to talk directly to employees about "Fall Hazards" and to reinforce the importance of "Fall Prevention." The purpose of OSHA's National Fall Prevention Stand-Down is to raise awareness of preventing fall hazards in construction.
Reported: 12,017 individuals from 34 ASA-HC member companies reported participating in Safety Stand-Downs across the city during OSHA's National Safety Stand-Down week May 8-12, 2017.
Pictures from ASA-HC member stand-downs:
Reported: 12,017 individuals from 34 ASA-HC member companies reported participating in Safety Stand-Downs across the city during OSHA's National Safety Stand-Down week May 8-12, 2017.
Pictures from ASA-HC member stand-downs:
On Tuesday, Apr. 25, 2017, in support of OSHA’s National Safety Stand-Down to prevent falls in construction, Houston's Fall Prevention Alliance* held its third Fall Prevention Safety Day. The event was developed to offer the Houston area construction industry an afternoon of presentations and demonstrations to assist in preventing falls.
*Houston South Area Office OSHA U.S. Department of Labor, Associated Builders and Contractors of Greater Houston, American Subcontractors Association-Houston Chapter, Gulf Coast Safety Institute/College of the Mainland, and Scaffold & Access Industry Association.
For more information about Houston Fall Prevention Alliance, visit www.houstonfallprevention.com.
*Houston South Area Office OSHA U.S. Department of Labor, Associated Builders and Contractors of Greater Houston, American Subcontractors Association-Houston Chapter, Gulf Coast Safety Institute/College of the Mainland, and Scaffold & Access Industry Association.
For more information about Houston Fall Prevention Alliance, visit www.houstonfallprevention.com.
Each year ASA holds a national meeting where members from across the United States come together to learn, network and share. The 2017 event was held in Denver, Colorado.
On Friday, Feb. 10, 2017 more than 230 individuals gathered to recognize companies and individuals who exemplify Excellence In Construction and the winners in the nine categories were announced.
Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, 20 individuals from ASA-HC joined more than 80 other Texas Construction Association (TCA) members from around the state for the 2017 Walk on the Capitol in Austin, Texas. The event included educational sessions, a reception with legislators and visits to the Capitol offices of Texas legislators.
Winners
First Place overall: MAREK, Capt. Eddie Tucker, 21.04.3 stringer
Second Place overall: Berger Iron Works, Capt. Coy Weatherspoon, 21.04.0 stringer
Third Place overall: Astro Fence Company, Capt. Bobby Elliot, 19.06 stringer
First Place Women's: Big City Access
Trout winner: Robin Webb, Big City Access Team (3.12.8)
Redfish winner: Kirby Pitman, Pitman Construction team (8.13.1)
Big ugly winner: Phillip Soloman, Briggs Equipment team (20.05.01 redfish)
Flounder winner: Randy Voyles, Kauffman Company Fire and Life Safety team (3.00.9)
First Place overall: MAREK, Capt. Eddie Tucker, 21.04.3 stringer
Second Place overall: Berger Iron Works, Capt. Coy Weatherspoon, 21.04.0 stringer
Third Place overall: Astro Fence Company, Capt. Bobby Elliot, 19.06 stringer
First Place Women's: Big City Access
Trout winner: Robin Webb, Big City Access Team (3.12.8)
Redfish winner: Kirby Pitman, Pitman Construction team (8.13.1)
Big ugly winner: Phillip Soloman, Briggs Equipment team (20.05.01 redfish)
Flounder winner: Randy Voyles, Kauffman Company Fire and Life Safety team (3.00.9)
