We are pleased to announce that Rusty Barnhill, President of Force Corporation, has been appointed Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the Construction & Maintenance Education Foundation (CMEF). Rusty brings decades of leadership and deep industry expertise to CMEF, having dedicated more than 20 years of service on both the CMEF and ABC Greater Houston Boards of Directors. His …
ABC Houston closed out the year in style with its annual Christmas Party and the inauguration of the 2026 Board of Directors, hosted at the Hotel ZaZa Museum District. The festive evening brought together more than 250 members and guests for a night of celebration, connection, and reflection on the year ahead. Guests enjoyed live music, great food, and an …
A Note from Our 2026 Chairwoman, Sarina Landers, Chief of Staff, Corvus Construction As we step into 2026, I am both inspired by what we’ve accomplished together and energized by the work ahead. Our industry is the backbone of our communities. We are builders. We build opportunities, careers, and pathways for people to support their families and chase their dreams. …
Are you ready to sharpen your leadership skills, strengthen your professional influence, and drive meaningful impact in your organization and the construction industry? Registration is now open for the ABC Greater Houston Spring Leadership Forum, a dynamic nine‑week leadership development experience designed to equip emerging and established leaders with the tools they need to lead with confidence and purpose. What Is …
Image: Fall Golf Tournament – Blackhorse Golf Club ABC Greater Houston announces the resignation of Austin Vaughn, Government Affairs and Safety Manager, who has served the chapter with distinction from 2021 through December 2025. During his tenure, Austin made a lasting impact across government affairs, safety, and political advocacy. Under his leadership, member participation in the STEP Safety Program grew …
(left to right) Roger Berry, SpawGlass Construction and John Golashesky, July’s Network on the BLVD event.
We’re now mid-year, and what a strong start we’ve had! ABC Greater Houston has been buzzing with activity, growth, and energy. Our members have spoken clearly: value matters—and we’ve responded by focusing deeply on how we engage and support our members from day one. At the start of 2025, ABC Greater Houston recommitted itself to the Four Pillars Initiative—a chapter-wide …
On September 12, 2025, nearly 350 companies gathered at Houston’s only Forbes Five-Star hotel, The Post Oak, for ABC Greater Houston’s 35th Annual Excellence in Construction Awards Gala. The evening honored the very best in Merit Shop construction and opened with remarks from John Golashesky, 2025 Chairman of the Board of Directors and Vice President with Turner Industries, who emphasized …
Congress is once again lurching toward a government shutdown after the Senate blocked a House-passed continuing resolution (CR) that would have extended current funding levels through November 21, 2025. The House narrowly approved the measure 217-212, with two Republicans opposing and one Democrat crossing party lines to support. Hours later, the Senate rejected the bill in a 44-48 vote, falling …
At ABC Greater Houston, we believe that investing in people is investing in the future of our industry. We heard you — and we’ve listened. This fall, we’re proud to roll out a powerful lineup of management and continuing education courses designed to meet the needs of today’s leaders, field professionals, and rising stars in construction. Our core offerings kick …