Deadline for submission is THIS Friday, January 30

We want to recognize the great projects that our members work on each year. You can now begin submitting your projects for a 2015 TEXO Distinguished Building Award. These awards are nationally recognized and widely respected. You can begin the application process today and come back to it after the holidays. Don't miss this chance to get recognized for the great work you do!

Submit for a TEXO Distinguished Building Award

Thursday, February 5
4:30pm - 10:00pm
Location: American Airlines Center
Cost:

$50 - TEXO Members
$85 - Non-Members

Dr. Wendy Casper’s presentation will focus on the work-life balance issues experienced by women in today’s work organizations. Her talk will cover the diversity of work-life issues women face today, encouraging women to think through their most important priorities and set goals to foster greater work-life balance. Learn more and register

February 9-10
Location: Austin, TX

The ABC of Texas Legislative Day is scheduled for February 9 & 10. A welcome reception will be held on February 9, followed by a breakfast program the next morning. For event details and hotel registration information, click here.

Tuesday, February 10
3:00pm - 5:30pm
Location: TEXO Fort Worth Offices
Cost: $125 - TEXO Member

Now, more than ever, clients are relying on presentations to make crucial decisions on which team to hire for their project.  Whether you are holding a small meeting or communicating with a coworker or presenting in front of a panel of clients, you are making presentations daily. Join Carolyn Ferguson as she gives you the tools and knowhow to transform yourself into a great presenter. Learn more and register today!

Thursday, February 12
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: TopGolf - The Colony
Cost:

$200 / Twosome - ASA or TEXO Members
$400 / Foursome - ASA or TEXO Members
$300 / Twosome - Non-Members
$600 / Foursome - Non-Members

Join ASA and TEXO at the first TopGolf Tournament on Monday, February 12. Teams will compete as a foursome in this exciting and unique golf tournament. Each hole will include a different variation "Bay Game" that will challenge your team in every aspect of your golf game. Dinner and networking opportunities will be provided for all attendees. Earn your bragging rights by competing against 250 other players and walking away with some great prizes.

Learn more and register here

Tuesday, February 17
8:00am - 12:00pm
Location: TEXO Dallas Conference Center
Cost:

$195 - TEXO Members

$350 - Non-Members

85% of success in business is due to people skills and a professional image. Your personal branding is the message you communicate verbally and non-verbally at business meetings, on job sites and association gatherings. Join Lou Kennedy, a Texas based Business Etiquette Consultant for 28 years, as she teaches you how to brand your professional image with business etiquette skills.Learn more and register here.

Monday, February 23
1:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: TEXO Fort Worth Offices

We’re inviting YOU to help save a life in 2015 by giving blood; it’s something that doesn’t cost a thing and offers so much more. To make an appointment for either drive, visit www.redcrossblood.org and use the sponsor code TEXO.

Monday, March 2
8:00am - 8:00pm
Location: Crowne Plaza Dallas (14315 Midway Rd., Addison, TX)
Cost:

$300 - Company Bundle Package
$50/person - Awards Dinner ONLY

Register for the 2015 ASC Region V Student Competition now! This annual competitions bring over 240 construction students from regional universities together to compete in TEXO's annually sponsored event. We will once again be providing companies an opportunity to meet and network with some of the industry's future stars. To learn more and register, click here.

Thursday & Friday - March 26 & 27
8:00am - 4:30pm (March 26), 8:00am - 1:00pm (March 27)
Location: TEXO Dallas Conference Center
Cost: $350 - TEXO Members
Suggested Attendee: 10+ years' experience
**Limited to 30 attendees**

Using the proper communication techniques to convey difficult messages, manage perceptions, achieve buy in and get your message across is an essential component in personal and business interactions. This workshop will integrate material from the Harvard Program on Negotiation with proven techniques, to better equip participants with the skills needed to develop communication competence in conflict situations. Learn more and register

SAVE THE DATE!
April 24-25
Lake Fork Marina

Mark your calendars for a special kick-off to the 2015 TEXO Challenge Cup, presented by Acton Mobile. ASA and TEXO are combining tournaments for the 2015 Bass Classic. Over 100 boats will be competing at the beautiful Lake Fork Marina north of Tyler.

The most recent Wage Survey has been released. Have you ever needed to know the basic hourly rates, health and welfare or pension rates? We've got you covered. Visit www.texoassociation.org/wagerates.html to view the most recent survey today. To download the PDF, click here. 

Construction Industry Outreach Advisory Council (CIOAC) is ramping up to start recruiting for the coming 2015 summer internships. We are excited to announce again this summer the opportunity for students to learn more about the construction industry. We welcome all of our partners in the Constructions industry to be part of the selection for this year’s Summer Internships.

April 14-16
Location: Hilton Hotel, Forth Worth
Early Bird Registration ENDS February 3

The AIC Annual Forum is a yearly construction conference hosted by the American Institute of Constructors. Each year professionals from across the country attend the Annual Forum to hear from industry experts on the latest in construction management practices. The Annual Forum also provides many networking opportunities for individuals looking to expand their professional network. The 2015 Annual Forum is heading to the City of Cowboys and Culture, Ft. Worth, Texas!
Learn more and register

Wednesday, February 4
11:30am - 1:00pm
Location: TEXO Dallas Conference Center
Cost: Complimentary
Topic: Confined Spaces

No company ever plans to lose one of their employees in a confined space tragedy, but it continues to happen. Mike Sanders CSP will start with a review of Confined Space basics and progress into a discussion of recommended Best Practices for the Construction Industry. The objective of this discussion is to keep Confined Space hazards and preventative procedures, fresh in the minds of supervisors.
Learn more and register!

Thursday, February 5
11:30am - 1:00pm
Location: TEXO Dallas Conference Center
Cost: Complimentary
Topic: Espacio Confinado

Ninguna empresa planea perder uno de sus obreros en una tragedia en Espacio Reducido, pero sigue ocurriendo. Mike Sanders (CSP) comenzará con una revisión de conceptos básicos sobre Espacio Reducido y progresar en una discusión sobre las Mejores Prácticas recomendadas para la Industria de Construcción. Los objetivos de esta discusión es mantener riesgos de Espacio Reducido y procedimientos preventivos fresco en la mentes de los Supervivientes.
Registrase hoy!

2015 TEXO Safety First Courses are now available. Click here to register and view additional available courses.

English

January 29
February 2
February 5
February 9
February 12
February 16
February 19
February 23
February 26

Spanish

January 28
February 3
February 4
February 10
February 11
February 17
February 18
February 24
February 25

OSHA 10-Hour Additional Completion Hours (All dates include English & Spanish)

January 30
February 6
February 13
February 20
February 27

REGISTER NOW!

About the Program
The TEXO Safety First program is a hands-on, interactive orientation for commercial construction employees in all divisions so they can learn the essentials of jobsite safety. This unique program provides an industry specific orientation in safety which all commercial contractors can use. Endorsed by industry leaders in the field of construction safety, during each instructional session, participants handle the equipment they are being trained to understand and operate. Participants also have real-time conversations with the instructor and other class participants on the components of each module.

Learn More about TEXO Safety First

Deadline for Submission - February 1, 2015
The National AGC Safety Awards (NASA) program has been an ongoing effort to offer members an opportunity to evaluate their safety record. NASA compares a member’s safety record with other AGC Chapter members according to the member size and construction type. Additionally, NASA provides a great opportunity for contractor members to compete for nationally recognized awards that have excellent safety records.
Download the Program Package

TEXO is now offering advanced OSHA courses for those seeking to further their knowledge on construction safety. The following courses are offered as a part of the OSHA Education Center from the UTA Division for Enterprise Development Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS). To learn more about each class and to register, click below. 

Trainer Course in OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry - OSHA 500
February 17-20
Learn More and Register

Respiratory Protection - OSHA 2225
February 24-27
Learn More and Register

Monday, February 9
8:00am - 12:00pm
Location: TEXO Fort Worth Offices
Cost:

$65 - TEXO Contractor & Industry Members
$185 - Non-Members

Register Now!

Friday, February 20
7:30am - 4:45pm
Location: TEXO Fort Worth Offices
Cost:

$250 - TEXO Members

$275 - Architects

$375 - Non-Members

Register Now!

ENGLISH
Tuesdays - April 7, 14, 21, & 28
7:00am - 3:30pm
Location: TEXO Dallas Conference Center
Cost:

$125 - TEXO Members

$250 - Non-Members

Register Now!

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SPANISH
Thursdays - April 9, 16, 23, & 30
7:00am - 3:30pm
Location: TEXO Dallas Conference Center
Cost:

$125 - TEXO Members

$250 - Non-Members

Register Now!

As a TEXO Member, you have access to some of the best industry deals and services available. Below are just a few highlighted Member Benefits services. To learn more visit our Member Benefits page on the TEXO Website.

You can get the best 401k on the market. 100% Unconditional Money Back Guarantee, Superb Investment Options, Award Winning Customer Service, and Significant Fee Discounts.  For a Free Evaluation and a Free Compliance Checkup of your current 401k, call Steve Heussner, Steve@MogulWealth.com, at 469-450-4663 or Kirk Quaschnick, Kirk@MogulWealth.com, at 214-420-7152 and mention TEXO.

Through Reliant Energy’s partnerships with AGC Texas Building Branch, TEXO members receive exclusive benefits for using and promoting Reliant Energy for electric service. Learn More

As a long standing partner of the AGC, Enterprise Fleet Management would like to offer a special promotion to AGC members to save 20% on commercial truck rentals to all first time renters!  Enterprise Commercial Truck provides a cost effective rental program that drives efficiency without sacrificing productivity.  AGC members can rent a variety of commercial vehicles including: heavy duty pickup trucks, cargo vans, stake beds and box trucks. Learn More by contacting Tyler Slaughter with Enterprise today!