Welcome to the Associated Builders and Contractors
of Greater Houston
ABC is the nation's leading commercial and industrial construction trade association, representing 23,000 members nationwide. We believe in free enterprise and work to ensure that business freedoms and rights are protected. ABC members are "America's Best Contractors"!



FEATURED EVENT

Texas Hold'em Tournament
Thursday, February 18, 2010
6:00 PM
Marek Brothers Systems


Join ABC for our annual Texas Hold'em Tournament, benefiting the Bill Brown and Phil Copeland Memorial Scholarship Fund. Enjoy food, drinks, games and prizes! Proceeds benefit the scholarship fund, supporting students pursuing careers in construction. 

FEATURED SEMINAR


LEED Green Associates/BD and C Exam Prep
February 24 & 25, 2010
8:00 AM
 

ABC Office

It's 3-in-1 Exam Prep! This 2-day intensive training is intended for professionals who want to demonstrate expertise in the implementation of green building and LEED for new construction and major renovation projects through the new LEED Professional credential. Program provides clarity on the new LEED Professional program, how it fits with your profession and will increase your ability to apply LEED in your work.
<<Read More>>
<<Register Online>>


UPDATED SAFETY POSTERS

Additional OSHA Inspectors have arrived in Houston and will be inspecting many jobsites.  Make sure your jobsite has the required newly updated federal and state postings, with the all-in-one Jobsite Safety Posters, available in both English and Spanish. <<Order Posters>>
 

GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS

Visit the ABC Government Affairs page to view monthly Economic Updates from ABC National, upcoming PAC events, and much more!

Click here to view the ABC photo gallery and a slideshow of Governor Rick Perry's visit to ABC.


ABOUT ABC

Learn why Houston's most prominent Construction leaders choose ABC as their association services provider.  

See Interviews of Houston's Leading Construction Professionals



EDUCATION & TRAINING 


Registration for 2010 Craft Training now available - Click here!  Through a variety of programs including assessments, craft training, and continuing education, Construction & Maintenance Education Foundation (CMEF) helps individuals build a career in construction. << Learn How to Start or Expand Your Career in Construction >>


BUILD HOUSTON MAGAZINE  

ABC Greater Houston's award-winning magazine reaches over 12,000 industry professionals!


www.buildhoustononline.com

Coming In April 2010
Focus Section: Construction Law Firms (ABC Members) (Non-Members)

Special Report: Going Green - Steps to Make the Transition



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2010 ABC Scholarship

The Associated Builders and Contractors Bill Brown and Phil Coplen Scholarship is back! The deadline for student applications is February 14, 2010. Download your application here! Questions? Contact Amanda Burk at 713.523.6222 or email a.burk@abchouston.org.
Be a Part of the MS-150!

Join the Houston Builders MS150 Bike Team on April 17-18! Benefits of joining the team include a team jersey and team t-shirt, big tent in LaGrange with lunch and dinner on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday, cots for sleepover in tent on Saturday night, private porta-toilets, drinks and snacks at the LaGrange tent and at the finish line tent in Austin, bike rack in LaGrange and massage therapists available at our tent in LaGrange. Email russell@abchouston.org for more info.
Construction Expo
Gain insight, training and education from a selection of twelve professional seminars. In a hands-on environment, you can demonstrate, compare and buy products and services from Houston are construction industry suppliers. Network with peers in your profession!

Houston Buyers Event - Reliant Center
February 3 & 4, 2010
10:00am - 3:00pm

Click here for registration form and more information! Visit www.constructionexpo.com.

Sponsors
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