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In today’s interconnected world, the construction industry is increasingly reliant on technology and data to drive productivity and efficiency. However, this digital transformation comes with significant cybersecurity risks. With the rise of cyberthreats, it is vital for construction companies to prioritize their cybersecurity measures.
 
WHEN: Thursday, Jan. 18 | 2-3 p.m. CT
Virtual Town Hall: Environmental Regulatory Update
Jan. 11 | 1-2 p.m. CT
 
Three Business Development Networking Strategies for Success
Jan. 16 | 1-2 p.m. CT
 
Empower Your Team with ChatGPT’s Latest Updates: Transform HR and Management in 2024
Jan. 17 | 1-3 p.m. CT
An office-to-hotel conversion at a landmark property in Fort Worth is the latest in the lineup of high-profile projects headed for the city’s bustling downtown. Icon Lodging plans to spend $33M on turning the former XTO Energy Building at 110 W. Seventh St. into a Residence Inn, according to licensing documents filed with the state. - BisNow Dallas-Fort Worth
   
DroneUp, LLC
      
Griffith Davison, P. C.
      
Peckar & Abramson
   
What's Happening at TEXOWhat's Happening at TEXO
This course covers the OSHA standards for general industry found in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910 along with other relevant policies, procedures, and safety and health principles for general industry. Special emphasis is placed on those areas that are the most hazardous and most frequently cited by OSHA.
 
WHEN: Jan. 9-12 | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 
WHERE: TEXO Dallas Conference Center | 11111 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75229
The two-day TEXO OSHA 10-Hour course serves as an orientation to occupational safety and health for workers covered by OSHA 29 CFR 1926. Workers must receive additional training on the specific hazards of the job when required by OSHA standards. After completing the course, participants are mailed an OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry Outreach wallet-sized card.
 
WHEN: Jan. 10-11 | 7 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
WHERE: TEXO Dallas Conference Center | 11111 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75229
AIA Dallas and TEXO are delighted to welcome back our favorite economist, Anirban Basu of Sage Policy Group, Inc., to present a state and national economic overview for 2024. Enjoy networking with your industry peers and colleagues both before and after the presentation. Drinks & lite bites included with your registration. 

WHEN: Thursday, Jan. 11 | 4-7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Humphrey & Associates | 1501 Luna Rd, Carrollton, TX 75006
This is an instructor-led course that teaches students critical skills needed to respond to and manage an emergency until emergency medical services arrives. 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, Jan. 12 | 8 a.m. - noon
WHERE: TEXO Dallas Conference Center | 11111 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75229
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: Jan. 16-19 | 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: TEXO Dallas Conference Center | 11111 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75229
TEXO Members – let's kick off the new year right by making some new connections with your industry peers at our first members-only happy hour event of 2024! There will be networking, drinks, and appetizers – plus, a special giveaway, too.
 
WHEN: Thursday, Jan. 18 | 4:30-6:30 p.m.
WHERE: STIRR Addison | 5100 Belt Line Road Suite 540, Dallas, TX 75254
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!
 
Construction Supervision Fundamentals | Jan. 9-25 | CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Project Manager Development Program (PMDP) | Jan. 16-19 | CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Lean Construction Education Program | Jan. 22 - Feb. 9 | CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Building Information Modeling (BIM) Education Program | Feb. 6-29 | CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
   
Slates Harwell LLP
      
Dallas College
   
TEXO Challenge CupTEXO Challenge Cup
These teams have duked it out all year throughout our 2023 Challenge Cup series, presented by Milwaukee Tool, and one winner rose to the challenge to take home the trophy. Check out the Top 10 teams and join us as we congratulate this year's winners, The Brandt Companies!
 
#10: BakerTriangle
#9: Spring Valley Construction Company
#8: Ridgemont Commercial Construction
#7: The Beck Group
#6: Byrne Construction Services
#5: Hill & Wilkinson General Contractors
#4: GMi
#3: CORE Construction
#2: Humphrey & Associates
#1: The Brandt Companies
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.