An important benefit of ABC membership is the opportunity to make a difference within the construction industry. As a committee member, you will make decisions influencing the construction industry and help shape ABC policies. If you are too busy to join another committee, think about getting your business associates involved. It is a great way to develop their leadership skills and give them access to knowledge about the industry. The committees work hard, but will also have fun at their meetings and socials.
If you are interested in joining a committee, contact Sandy Doyle or call (713) 523-6222.
EVENTS COMMITTEES:
Staff Liaison - Mary Graham
CASINO NIGHT TASK FORCE: Plans all aspects of this casino-style event from start to finish. Chairman: Scott Sundberg, Brand Energy & Infrastructure. Meets 3 months prior to the event in August.
EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION AWARDS TASK FORCE: Plans and organizes this major chapter event to acknowledge the best projects built by ABC members. Chairman: Warren Adamson, S&B Engineers & Contactors. Meeting dates are TBA.
FISHING TOURNAMENT TASK FORCE: Oversees all the logistics of the tournament including the Captains party and tournament details. Chairman: Pat Stepanski, Holes Inc. Meetings begin in March.
GC EXPO & CRAWFISH BOIL: Will plan and organize all details for this event. Chairman: Steve Goodman, Baker Concrete Construction Industrial.
GOLF TOURNAMENT COMMITTEE: Plans and organizes two golf tournaments annually to raise money for the general fund of the chapter. Chairman: Todd Haneline, Contractors Scaffolding, Inc. Meets 3 months prior to Spring & Fall Tournaments.
OUTDOOR EXTRAVAGANZA TASK FORCE: Organizes event which is a combination of a supplier, hunting and fishing expo. Chairman: Lee Aitken, Holes Inc. Meeting dates TBA.
ADVOCACY COMMITTEES:
Staff Liaison - Katy Driver
LEGAL ISSUES: Identifies and impacts proposed legislation on the local, state and federal level that affects the merit shop building and construction industry. Chairman: Ben Westcott, Andrews, Myers Coulter & Hayes. Meets 3rd Thursday at 2:30pm.
POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (PAC):Works to educate politicians at all levels and seeks to influence their opinions on issues related to the construction industry. Chairman: David Webb, Legacy Alliance LLC. Meets 3rd Thursday at 3:30pm.
TEXAS UNDER ATTACK: Formed to fight issues that have a negative impact on the construction industry in Texas. Chairman: Brian Anderson, G.R. Birdwell. Meetings TBA- contact Katy Driver for more information.
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEES:
Staff Liaison - Sandy Doyle
AMBASSADOR: Performs as the official host for most ABC events and assists with membership retention. Chairman: Martin Nutt, Mobile Modular Management Corp. Meets: 2nd Thursday at 7:30am as needed.
MEMBERSHIP: Works to raise awareness of ABC among the construction community and grow the membership. Chairman: Wayne Navarro, S&B Engineers & Constructors and Chris Schwarz, Standard Mechanical Systems. Meets 2nd Wednesday at 7:30am.
MARKETING: Promotes positive industry image and works to gain maximum media and industry exposure for the association. Staff Liasion: Jennifer Woodruff. Chairman: Wendell Rychlik, W.T. Byler Co. Meets 1st Tuesday at 11:30am.
WELCOME: Takes welcome gift and meets with new ABC members to explain benefits and programs they can get involved with. Chairman: Amanda Gilstrap, Aflac. Meetings TBA.
CRAFT COMMITTEES:
Staff Liaison – Francis Hernandez
APPRENTICESHIP: Works with The Department of Labor and local community colleges to provide education and on-the-job training to qualified applicants. Chairman: Billy Ware, McCorvey Sheet Metal Works. Meets 4th Monday at 3pm.
CRAFT TRAINING: Collaborates with local area community colleges and other training sources to provide education for craft. Chairman: Rick Rankin, KBR. Meets 1st Thursday at 7:30am
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
Staff Liaison – Mary Graham
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS: Works specifically with the ABC student chapters at the University of Houston, Texas A&M University, Sam Houston State University and local area highschools. The purpose of this committee is to offer support and education to students about the benefits of working for the construction industry. Chairman: Scott Vlasek, Marek Brothers Systems. Meetings are the 3rd Wednesday at 11:00am.
GREEN COMMITTEE: Reviews and discusses trends and changes in the local green training environment. This committee helps plan and organize what Green classes the ABC of Greater Houston office will offer on a yearly basis as well as by partnering with local USGBC and ASHREA offices. Chairmain: John Waltz, E.E. Reed. Meetings are TBA.
Staff Liaison – Katy Driver
CONTRACTORS COMMITTEE: Focuses on Industrial & Commercial Craft Training, business development, monitoring union activity, providing a common voice to the owners and clients, monitors political activity, and studying industry trends and manpower issues. Chairman: Mike Abshire, Fugro Consultants. Co-Chairman: John Waltz, E.E. Reed. Meetings are the 2nd Thursday at 11:00am.
SAFETY POLICY/OSHA: Investigates new safety information and programs, provides members with safety information, monitors safety curriculum of the CMEF, and develops safety documents and manuals for member use. Chairman: Scott Oliver, D.E. Harvey Builders, Inc. Meetings are the 4th Wednesday at 11:00am.
GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE:
Staff Liaison – Billie Brent
BUDGET & FINANCE: Responsible for monitoring chapter’s financial reporting, decisions and investments. Chairman: Tasos Banos, TDIndustries. Meetings are the 2nd Monday at 11am.
Please contact Sandy Doyle or calling 713.523.6222 to sign up for committees you are interested in participating in. There is no limit as to how many employees from your company can serve on a committee!