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Industry NewsIndustry News
While the Dallas-Fort Worth area continues to be a global hotbed for data center development, the road to delivering new capacity in the market is becoming rockier. Industry leaders speaking at Bisnow’s DICE Construction, Design and Development event at The Westin Galleria Dallas last month said the power transmission problems plaguing other major data center markets are now striking the Lone Star State. - Bisnow
Starts for buildings with five or more units plummeted 31.8% year over year to a seasonally adjusted rate of 382,000 in October, according to a report from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau. Developers pulled permits for 469,000 units in buildings with five units or more in October, a 27.8% YOY drop. They completed 408,000 units during the month, a 14.3% YOY increase. - Construction Dive
Join AGC National as they explore the dynamic intersection of cybersecurity and the commercial construction industry. Their guest, CJ Dietzman at Alliant Insurance Services, talks about the latest trends in cyber threats, risk management strategies, and innovative solutions shaping the future of digital resilience on construction sites. Don't miss this insightful episode for a blueprint for safeguarding your projects against evolving cyber challenges.
   
DroneUp, LLC
      
Griffith Davison, P. C.
      
Peckar & Abramson
   
What's Happening at TEXOWhat's Happening at TEXO
Sleigh bells are starting to ring – are you listening? We can't wait to see everyone at our annual TEXO Holiday & Awards Gala on Dec. 1 at the beautiful, new Omni PGA Frisco Resort. It will surely be a beautiful sight to see all of our incredible members look their best and gather together to celebrate a successful year, recognize a handful of key members of our industry, bet it all in our always popular casino and dream by the fire out in the lounge!
 
This year's theme is Winter Wonderland, so the snow be glistening and the beautiful ballroom – and all of our lovely guests – will be decked out in shades of white and blue.
 
WHEN: Friday, Dec. 1 | 5:30-11 p.m.
WHERE: Omni PGA Frisco Resort | 4341 PGA Pkwy, Frisco, TX 75033
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, Dec. 8 | 8 a.m. – noon
WHERE: TEXO Fort Worth Office | 417 Fulton St, Fort Worth, TX 76104
Advance your career and earn continuing education credits. All courses feature a 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. 
 
When registering for any of the classes below, be sure to list TEXO as who referred you to the program!
 
Project Manager Development Program (PMDP) | Dec. 4-20 | CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Lean Construction Education Program | Dec. 5-14 | CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Construction Supervision Fundamentals | Dec. 11-20 | CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
   
Slates Harwell LLP
      
Dallas College
   
Member Discount ProgramsMember Discount Programs
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.
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.