In the past five years, TEXO Foundation has disbursed more than $150,000 scholarships to students who were interested in starting their careers in North Texas through internships and full-time employment upon graduation. Share this with a student you know and help TEXO Foundation in their mission to build the next generation of construction professionals! 

 

Is your company interested in sponsoring a scholarship? Contact foundation@texoassociation.org by Oct. 30 to get one set up!

Carrco Painting is once again supporting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) by participating in this year’s Light the Night Challenge and invite you to join them in making a difference as they aim to reach their fundraising goal of $20,000.

 

This cause holds special significance for their team due to its personal connection to their president, Javier Huerta and the impact it has had on his family. Click here to read more about his experience. 

 

• Raffle: Raffle tickets are $40 each or $65 for two tickets. You can purchase your tickets from Yasmine Huerta at yhuerta@carrcopainting.com or Cosuet Vargas at cvargas@carrcopainting.com. Carrco is thrilled to partner Sherwin Williams and L&W Supply to offer exciting prizes! 
• Donate: If you prefer, you can make a direct donation through their fundraising page. Every contribution makes a difference!

This is an instructor-led course that teaches students critical skills needed to respond to and manage an emergency until emergency medical services arrive. Skills covered in this course include first aid for sudden illnesses, injuries and protection from blood-borne pathogens, choking relief, and sudden cardiac arrest for adults. This course is for anyone with limited or no medical training who needs a course completion card in CPR and AED use to meet job, regulatory or other requirements.

 
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 11 | 8 a.m. – noon
WHERE: TEXO Fort Worth Training Room | 417 Fulton St, Fort Worth, TX 76014

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety course is intended for supervisors or for workers with some safety responsibility. It provides a greater depth and variety of training on an expanded list of topics associated with workplace hazards than the TEXO Safety First class. Topics include recognition, avoidance, abatement and prevention of safety and health hazards found in the workplace.
 
WHEN: Oct. 14-17 | 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: TEXO Dallas Conference Center | 11111 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75229

Welcome to TEXO's new 2024 series dedicated to essential skills and knowledge for the next generation of builders. This series offers a unique opportunity to advance learning, development, exposure and comprehension of crucial design and building elements. Join us to explore key building components, engage with trade partners and network with peers.
 
MONTHLY TOPIC: Waterproofing 101
WHEN: Tuesday, Oct. 15 | 3-5 p.m.
WHERE: Chamberlin Roofing & Waterproofing | 2170 Diplomat Dr, Farmers Branch, TX 75234

Join the TEXO Women in Construction community for a brand-new Build Yourself Book Club, facilitated by the fabulous Norma Lehman, Certified Leadership & Strengths Coach! To kick things off, we will be reading "How Women Rise" by Sally Helgesen and Marshall Goldsmith.
 
SESSION 3: Part 3: Changing for the Better
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct. 16 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
WHERE: TEXO Dallas Conference Center | 11111 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75229

The 2024 TEXO Board of Directors would like to invite you to a New Member and Potential Member Meet & Greet next Wednesday, Oct. 16. This afternoon session is open to anyone interested in learning more about TEXO, what we have to offer and how to get more involved. We hope you will join us and stay for the complimentary happy hour!
 
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct. 16 | 3-4:30 p.m.
WHERE: Humphrey & Associates | 1501 Luna Rd, Ste. 100, Carrollton, TX 75006

Get your tongs ready and fire up those smokers – the 2024 TEXO Foundation Tailgate is coming up fast! This marks the fifth and final event in our annual Challenge Cup series, proudly presented by Milwaukee Tool. General entry on Saturday is FREE and open to the public, so invite your folks to come out and eat free food, hang out with industry peers and have a great time. Don't miss out on the fun!

 

This fan-favorite event has it all:
• BBQ Cook-off
• Chili Cook-off
• Cocktail Shake-off
• Cornhole Tournament *NEW this year*
• KidsBuild Activity Zone

 

WHEN: Oct. 18-19
WHERE: Silver Lake Marina | 1 Sunfish Dr, Grapevine, TX 76051

Join Women in Construction for a fun-filled night of drinks, bites, and lots of mingling! Hosted by the ladies of the TEXO Women's Committee. Open to both TEXO members and non-members, so invite your friends! 

 

WHEN: Wednesday, Oct. 23 | 4:30-6:30 p.m.

WHERE: Humphrey & Associates | 1501 Luna Road, Suite 100, Carrollton, TX 75006

Contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, architects, engineers, bonding professionals and other construction professionals are invited to join us as we learn how - in today’s challenging economy - construction companies must to do:
 • Get paid for the materials and services they provide.
 • Pay only once for the materials and services they receive.
 • Know what Texas laws protect its interests.
 • Have the legal tools to necessary to succeed.
 
WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 24 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
WHERE: TEXO Dallas Conference Center | 11111 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75229

How you most naturally think, feel and behave as a unique individual is such a dominant part of you that they are always there – everywhere you go and in everything you do. We all need a little help in discovering our greatest talents. That's where our CliftonStrengths journey begins.
 
This workshop, led by coach Norma Lehman, includes your own personalized Top 5 CliftonStrengths report, an invaluable tool to help you find the source of your natural talent and develop an action plan on how to implement those strengths in the workplace and personal life.
 
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 25 | 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
WHERE: TEXO Dallas Conference Center | 11111 North Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75229

Advance your career and earn continuing education credits. All courses feature live instruction via Zoom and are available in a variety of days and time blocks to accommodate your learning schedule. Ideal for construction professionals looking to learn without the hassle of traveling. 

 

Project Manager Development Program | Oct. 28 - Nov. 8 | CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

 

Platinum: Milwaukee Tool

Gold: Adolfson & Peterson, Southwest Construction Services

Silver: Brasfield & Gorrie, Chamberlin Roofing & Waterproofing, Hill & Wilkinson General Contractors, Ridgemont Commercial Construction, Satterfield & Pontikes Construction, SitePro Rentals

Bronze: Buyers Barricades, Campos Engineering, GMi, Griffith Davison, Humphrey & Associates, Northstar Builders Group, PCL Contract Bonding Agency, Spring Valley Construction Company

This event is open to the public on Saturday, Oct. 19, so bring your families and come hang out with us at Silver Lake Marina! 

 

Title Sponsor: Work Daze

Friday Night Happy Hour & Field Sponsor: Stallion Infrastructure Services

Judging Sponsor: Wolters Kluwer

KidsBuild Sponsor: Turner Construction Company

Raffle Prize Sponsor: Pecos Construction

Scaffolding Sponsor: MDM Scaffolding

CompGroup AGC is a registered safety group formed to administer the workers' compensation program underwritten by Texas Mutual for building-construction contractors that are members of the AGC. They offer expert claim oversight and specialized loss-prevention services, including extensive practical safety information, workshops and special educational events. Call Julie Schatz at 972-770-4444, or send an email to CompGroupAGC@RobertsandCrow.com to get information on how your agent can access this competitive program.

By joining TEXO Members 401(k) Plan, you can provide an outstanding plan, save money, and spend less time administering it. TEXO Members 401(k) Plan, from a government reporting standpoint, is treated like one large plan. The end result for you is a 401(k) plan with competitive investments, outstanding service, and someone else doing a majority of the plan maintenance legwork. Have all the advantages and flexibility of a stand-alone plan sponsor, but avoid the expenses and administrative burden associated with sponsoring a single-employer plan.