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TCA is heading to Galveston for the Texas Society of Association Executives (TSAE) New Ideas Annual Conference, Septembe...
09/02/2026

TCA is heading to Galveston for the Texas Society of Association Executives (TSAE) New Ideas Annual Conference, September 13 through 15! 🌊

The annual conference brings together association professionals and suppliers from across Texas for three days of learning, conversation, and fresh ideas. With keynote speakers and more than 20 breakout sessions, there will be plenty to learn and take back to our work and the associations we serve. 💡

TCA Vice President of Operations Patrick Finnegan will be there representing TCA, so if you’re attending, be sure to find Patrick and say hello! We’re looking forward to a great few days in Galveston and connecting with familiar and new faces. 🤝

September is packed with opportunities to learn, connect, and get involved across the TCA network 📅! Here’s a look at wh...
09/01/2026

September is packed with opportunities to learn, connect, and get involved across the TCA network 📅! Here’s a look at what some of our member organizations have coming up this month and beyond.

American Subcontractors Association of Austin, Texas has two great opportunities to connect this September, starting with a Coffee Social at Snooze North Lamar on September 10. Then, on September 18, members can bring a friendly little competition to the Annual Bowling Tournament at Westgate Lanes for an afternoon of networking and fun 🎳.

American Subcontractors Association - Houston Chapter (ASA-HC) is heading to the coast this month! The 19th Annual Fiesta on the Beach returns September 19 during the Galveston AIA Sandcastle Festival. On September 25, the 17th Annual Fishing Tournament will bring everyone back together with a portion of the proceeds benefiting Camp Hope Houston 🎣.

American Subcontractors Association - North Texas Chapter kicks off its four-part T2M Technical to Manager leadership development program on September 3. Members can also mark their calendars for the September 24 Membership Meeting.

DFW Drywall and Acoustical Contractors Association (DACA) of Austin is bringing members together for a Happy Hour on September 17 at Rowdy Cowboy in Round Rock.

National Fire Sprinkler Association - NFSA (NFSA) Texas Chapter is teaming up with Fire Sprinkler Contractors Association of Texas (FSCATX) for a Joint Lunch & Learn on September 2 in Coppell.

Painting Contractors Association - PCA of Dallas Fort Worth (PCA DFW) is heading to Destin, Florida, for its Annual Destin Fishing Trip on September 10-13.

Subcontractors Association of the Metroplex (SAM) starts the month with SAM University’s Financial Literacy Class on September 9. Members can also look ahead to the October 1 Membership Meeting & Happy Hour.

Texas Masonry Council is looking ahead to BLOCKWORK, the Concrete Masonry Architecture of the Americas Symposium, October 1 and 2 in Austin.

There’s a lot happening across the TCA network this fall, and we hope to see you at an upcoming event! Visit the event calendars of our member associations at https://www.texcon.org/texcon/Member_Associations.asp to see what’s coming up and find registration details.

08/27/2026

It’s been a great month of getting out and connecting with our TCA member organizations across Texas! 🤝

TCA had a great time joining American Subcontractors Association - North Texas Chapter for its annual Clay Shoot, bringing together subcontractors and construction professionals for a day of friendly competition, connection, and support for the industry. TCA Vice President of Operations Patrick Finnegan was on hand raising money for the TCA PAC while also educating subcontractors and attendees about why PAC support matters. These efforts help give the construction industry a stronger voice on the issues impacting contractors and subcontractors across Texas. We’re especially proud to share that this year’s Clay Shoot raised more for the TCA PAC than ever before at this event! Thank you to everyone who contributed and helped make it such a successful day. 🎯

We also enjoyed seeing Central Texas Subcontractors Association (CTSA) bring an important workforce conversation to Austin with Where Will Your Next Hire Come From? at Dirdie Birdie. The event brought together representatives from CIEF: Construction Industry Education Foundation, Education Service Center Region 13, Texas State Technical College (TSTC), and Austin Community College District to talk about the programs, training, and career pathways helping connect the next generation with opportunities in construction. And, of course, a little indoor mini golf made for a fun way to keep the conversations going!

Thank you to ASA North Texas and CTSA for bringing our industry together through events that educate, connect, and support the construction community.

Connect with TCA and our member organizations at https://www.texcon.org/texcon/Member_Associations.asp to stay involved and see what’s coming up across Texas. 🌟


DEADLINE APPROACHING ⏰! Texas Mutual Insurance Company is helping create more opportunities for Texas workers and busin...
08/26/2026

DEADLINE APPROACHING ⏰!

Texas Mutual Insurance Company is helping create more opportunities for Texas workers and businesses through its Workforce Development Grant, which supports programs focused on building a stronger workforce across our state.

The grant supports organizations working to prepare Texans for high demand, living wage careers through apprenticeships and postsecondary credentials, strengthen small businesses and job growth, and help young people connect with education, training, and career opportunities 🌟.

Applications are currently open, but don't miss the deadline. Organizations interested in applying must submit their applications by Friday, September 11 at 11:59 pm CT 📅.

Learn more and apply at https://www.texasmutual.com/abouttxm/community-funding?mkt_tok=MjgxLUZJVy0zNTcAAAGjLxx03J6KTVIXOU-BzWmAiikVK3ttsf.


This month, we're proud to recognize longtime TCA supporter and former TCA lobbyist Clint Hackney, whose career in publi...
08/25/2026

This month, we're proud to recognize longtime TCA supporter and former TCA lobbyist Clint Hackney, whose career in public service and advocacy has spanned decades.

Clint's career has taken him from Texas A&M and service in the U.S. Army 🇺🇸 to practicing law and eventually the Texas Legislature. At just 28 years old, he was elected to the Texas House of Representatives, where he served Northwest Houston for eight years and chaired both the House Elections Committee and House Energy Committee.

That background later made Clint a valuable advocate for TCA. For many years, he served as our lobbyist at the Texas Capitol, representing the interests of contractors and helping ensure the construction industry had a voice in the legislative process. Although Clint retired a couple of years ago, we remain grateful for the many years he spent supporting TCA and our members 👏.

Thank you, Clint, for the time, experience, and dedication you've given to TCA and our industry.

Want to learn more about Clint? Check out TCA Radio with Clint Hackney at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDzA_evF4p-aUqqzKdbz5m7SS0Pq_b1-3.

Looking for an easier way to offer retirement benefits to your employees 🤝?The TCA Retirement Collective is a member ben...
08/20/2026

Looking for an easier way to offer retirement benefits to your employees 🤝?

The TCA Retirement Collective is a member benefit designed specifically for TCA Member Companies.

Built with construction employers in mind, the program helps simplify 401(k) plan administration while offering customizable options, competitive pricing, and reduced fiduciary responsibilities 🏗️. Backed by experienced national providers, it's a practical way to provide a valuable retirement benefit without adding extra administrative work.

TCA members can also take advantage of a FREE, no‑obligation plan review, including a detailed review of plan costs, investment performance, and fiduciary risk ⭐.

Check out https://www.texcon.org/texcon/Member_Benefits.asp to explore the many benefits and resources available through TCA membership.

This month, we're pleased to introduce TCA Legal Counsel Fred Wilshusen, whose decades of experience and trusted guidanc...
08/19/2026

This month, we're pleased to introduce TCA Legal Counsel Fred Wilshusen, whose decades of experience and trusted guidance have helped support TCA and the construction industry for more than 25 years. 👏

As a founding partner of Thomas, Feldman & Wilshusen, LLP, Fred has spent more than 40 years practicing construction law. Throughout his career, he has served in leadership roles within the construction law community and has been recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Construction Lawyers, reflecting his longstanding commitment to the profession.

Outside the office, Fred enjoys traveling with his wife, Leslie, and spending time with their children and grandchild. And here's a fun TCA connection: Fred and TCA President & CEO Raymond Risk are both proud graduates of Austin College in Sherman, Texas! 🎓

Thank you, Fred, for your years of trusted counsel, leadership, and dedication to TCA. ⭐

Construction education programs are gaining momentum! 🚧 Have you heard about the new building construction program Texas...
08/18/2026

Construction education programs are gaining momentum! 🚧 Have you heard about the new building construction program Texas State Technical College is set to launch in Rosenberg this fall?

Students will get hands-on experience with foundational construction skills, starting with tools, measurements, and shop safety before moving into projects that introduce them to concrete work, framing, roofing, drywall, and more. Programs like this are giving more students the opportunity to explore the skilled trades and see firsthand what a career in construction can offer. 🔨

Want to stay in the loop on opportunities like these? TCA's Lonestar Construction Careers is a great resource for students, parents, and counselors, with downloadable materials, information about careers in the trades, and helpful guidance for anyone interested in exploring a future in construction.

If you know a student who's curious about the trades or beginning to think about what's next after school, share Lonestar Construction Careers with them.

Visit https://www.lonestarconstructioncareers.org/lonestar/default.asp to explore the resources and learn more about the many career opportunities available in construction. ⭐



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Every construction company wants the same thing: a safe jobsite and a strong team 🦺. The Texas Construction Safety Group...
08/14/2026

Every construction company wants the same thing: a safe jobsite and a strong team 🦺. The Texas Construction Safety Group helps support both.

The Texas Construction Safety Group, endorsed by TCA and offered through Texas Mutual Insurance Company, helps employers strengthen their safety programs while providing access to potential premium savings, annual dividend opportunities, and valuable safety resources tailored to the construction industry 🏗️.

More than 1,900 construction employers participate in the program, and in 2025, members shared more than $5.6 million in dividends from Texas Mutual. It's a proven program that helps companies create safer jobsites while managing workers' compensation costs 💰.

Learn more about the Texas Construction Safety Group at www.txconstructionwc.com and how it can support your business.

Do you know where your next hire will come from? We do! Join TCA member association Central Texas Subcontractors Associa...
08/13/2026

Do you know where your next hire will come from? We do! Join TCA member association Central Texas Subcontractors Association on Aug 20th at Dirdie Birdie in Austin. 📅

Connect with CIEF: Construction Industry Education Foundation , ESC Region 13 , and Austin Community College District to learn how we’re building the future construction workforce in Central Texas — and how your company can get involved. 🤝

Then put your networking (and putting) skills to the test with a little friendly indoor mini golf competition! Together, we’re teeing up for talent. ⛳

Register at: https://ctsaonline.glueup.com/event/where-will-your-next-hire-come-from-180715/

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