• Webinar | Year-end Tax & Financial Statement Planning

    WEBINAR | Year-end Tax & Financial Statement Planning

    FREE FOR ASA MEMBERS
    $25 NON MEMBERS

    THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020
    11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
    11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Presentation
    11:45 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Q&A

    YEAR-END TAX & FINANCIAL STATEMENT PLANNING
    In a year that has been anything but predictable, planning of the end of 2020 is a must.

      • Manage your 2020 / 2021 income tax
      • Consider expiring tax breaks for the CARES Act
      • Key decisions to make and implement before December 31
      • Know which tax  decisions can be made after Dec 3

    SPEAKER: Mark O’Donnell, Partner, CPA; Schmersahl Treloar & Co.
    Mark’s expertise includes Business Consultant Practicing Accounting,Corporate Tax Advisor,Cost Accounting Expert for Construction and Manufacturing, Business Planning, Mergers and Acquisitions, Business Operations, Succession Planning, Cash Flow Planning and Improvement, Business Financial Strategy. Mark specializes in construction subcontractors and the companies that supply them. His practice has been a member of ASA Midwest Council for more than twenty years.


    Registration Information: LIMITED TO 30 Attendees!
    Once registered, the zoom link to participate in the webinar, will be emailed to attendees.


    REGISTER BY SELECTING OPTION ABOVE FOR ASA MEMBER OR NON MEMBER!
    Please register by Tuesday, December 8th.

    FREE TO ASA MEMBERS-MEMBERS MUST LOGIN FOR FREE REGISTRATION!
    If you have forgotten your login information, contact [email protected] 
    $25 NON MEMBERS

  • BPI in a Box Lunch-Postponed


    DUE TO LOCAL MEETING/INDOOR DINING RESTRICTIONS.
    RESCHEDULE DATE TBD

    BPI IN A BOX LUNCHEON
    Syberg’s on Dorsett
    Wednesday, December 2, 2020
    11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

    BPI: Business Practice Interchange for Subcontractor/Supplier Members Only.

    Business Practice Interchange is an informal share session where ASA member subcontractors & suppliers can share their experiences with projects, general contractors, and owners.
    Only first-hand information is allowed to be shared.
    ASA is only providing a forum for the exchange of business information.
    Information exchanged by members must be current, accurate and first hand.

    SYBERG’S ON DORSETT
    11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
    $25 per person includes lunch and a BPI Session.

    ASA Subcontractor and Supplier Members Only 

    BPI COMPANIES:
    ARCO Construction
    Ben Hur
    Korte-Luitjohan
    Layneco
    Pernikoff
    Pinnacle
    TW Constructors
    Wright Construction

    BPI TOPIC:
    HOW TO DEAL WITH OR DIE FROM THE DREADED  “PAY IF PAID” CLAUSE

    • Who bears the risk of owner non-payment
    • Pay if paid v. Pay When Paid
    • Avoid Consequences by Conflicting Contract Language or Statute or Market Conditions
    • Changes in the Law’s Interpretation of These Clauses.

    Please register above by November 27th  2020

    ASA Cancellation Policy:
    Registration cancellation by 11.27.20. for refund in original payment form.
    No refund after the 27th, but you may always send someone in your place.

    ASA MEMBERS ONLY-MUST USE YOUR LOGIN TO REGISTER.
    If you do not have your login credentials, contact [email protected]

  • ASAMWC Board of Directors Meeting

    ASA Midwest Council Board of Directors Meeting
    Wednesday, December 16, 2020
    Virtual VIA ZOOM
    4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

  • December 2020 Member VIRTUAL Meeting

    POSTPONED UNTIL JANUARY 20, 2021, due to speaker conflicts!
    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR NEW MEETING DATE

    Monthly Membership VIRTUAL Meeting
    FREE for ASA Members!
    Via Zoom
    Wednesday, December 16, 2020
    11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

    Doing Business Outside your Comfort Zone in the age of COVID!
    Covid-19 has completely upended what is “normal” in construction.
    With this level of disruption comes opportunities…..and threats. 

    Join us for a discussion on maneuvering your way through the morass of what could be coming in 2021.

    Discussion topics will include:
    * How do I evaluate opportunities that involve me stretching outside my comfort zone?
    * What are the financial and legal risks that come with bigger job sizes, working for new clients,
    entering new territories, etc.
    * Dealing with 5 out of state legal and illegal L’s | Licenses, Liens, Laws, Loser, and Lovers.
    * Income & sales tax considerations while working in other states.
    * How to be seen as a trusted business development advisor while networking.
    * What and how can this go right…..and wrong!

    Panelists:
    Chris O’Hagan, JD Kutter
    Dick Stockenberg, The Stockenberg Law Firm
    Robert Schroell, UHY LLP, Certified Public Accountants
    Jennifer Bardot, Enterprise Bank & Trust

    Q&A at end of the presentation!


     

  • November 2020 Member VIRTUAL Meeting

    Monthly Membership VIRTUAL Meeting
    Via Zoom
    Wednesday, November 18, 2020
    11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

    Join us for a very informative presentation to discuss
    Suicide Prevention in the Workplace!

    • Learn why the suicide epidemic disproportionately affects the construction industry.
    • Our speaker will review facts & figures nationally, as well as information by state of Missouri & Illinois.
    • He will also present strategies & best practices to help identify risk factors and
      warning signs of suicide in the workplace.

    The virtual  presentation will last 40 minutes, with a 15 minute Q&A at the end of presentation

    Speaker: Troy Bridges, Safety Manager-Duro Electric

    Q&A at end of the presentation!


    Register above to receive ZOOM login information.
    FREE FOR ASA MEMBERS (must login to receive FREE registration)
    $25 NON MEMBERS

  • ASA QUICK HIT-Virtual Round Table

    ASA Quick Hit….
    A series of virtual round table discussions designed to be  fast &  informative in today’s new construction reality.
    Each conversation will feature a brief topic introduction by a facilitator followed by a group discussion that focuses on best practices and solutions.


    January 7th 2021 Round Table Sesion: Marketing Strategies in the virtual age of COVID!
    Facilitator: Stephanie Woodcock, Seal the Deal Too

    Thursday, January 7, 2021
    11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
    Zoom Meeting

    FREE ASA MEMBERS-login to receive FREE MEMBER RATE!
    $25 NON ASA MEMBERS

    Future Topics (February 4, March 4 ) are flexible but may include:

    • Sales in the virtual age of COVID
    • Staying on top of your financials
    • Toolbox for what’s ahead
    • PPE considerations and solutions
    • Covid job standards
    • Contract clauses and language

    These sessions are limited to 10 attendees, and will last no longer than 30 minutes.
    Register early and make sure you come with questions and ideas to share!

    Virtual Meeting link to join, will be emailed to all attendees after registration received.

  • ASA QUICK HIT-Virtual Round Table

    ASA Quick Hit….
    A series of virtual round table discussions designed to be  fast &  informative in today’s new construction reality.
    Each conversation will feature a brief topic introduction by a facilitator followed by a group discussion that focuses on best practices and solutions.


    November 5, 2020 Round Table Sesion: Managing Stress in the Age of COVID
    Facilitator: Rose Kastrup, CSA Advisors LLC

    Thursday, November 5, 2020
    11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
    Zoom Meeting

    FREE ASA MEMBERS-login to receive FREE MEMBER RATE!
    $25 NON ASA MEMBERS

    Future Topics (December 3rd, January 7th, February 4th) are flexible but may include:

    • Virtual Networking
    • Tips of getting paid
    • Staying on top of your financials
    • Toolbox for what’s ahead
    • PPE considerations and solutions
    • Covid job standards
    • Contract clauses and language

    These sessions are limited to 10 attendees, and will last no longer than 30 minutes.
    Register early and make sure you come with questions and ideas to share!

    Virtual Meeting link to join, will be emailed to all attendees after registration received.

  • ASA QUICK HIT-Virtual Round Table

    ASA Quick Hit….
    A series of virtual round table discussions designed to be  fast &  informative in today’s new construction reality.
    Each conversation will feature a brief topic introduction by a facilitator followed by a group discussion that focuses on best practices and solutions.


    December 3rd Round Table Sesion: Virtual Networking in the Age of Covid-19
    Facilitator: Jennifer Bardot, Enterprise Bank & Trust

    Thursday, December 3, 2020
    11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
    Zoom Meeting


    FREE
    ASA MEMBERS-login to receive FREE MEMBER RATE!
    $25 NON ASA MEMBERS

    Future Topics (January 7, February 4 ) are flexible but may include:

    • Marketing in the age of COVID
    • Staying on top of your financials
    • Toolbox for what’s ahead
    • PPE considerations and solutions
    • Covid job standards
    • Contract clauses and language

    These sessions are limited to 10 attendees, and will last no longer than 30 minutes.
    Register early and make sure you come with questions and ideas to share!

    Virtual Meeting link to join, will be emailed to all attendees after registration received.

  • ASA QUICK HIT-Virtual Round Table

    ASA Quick Hit….
    A series of virtual round table discussions designed to be  fast &  informative in today’s new construction reality.
    Each conversation will feature a brief topic introduction by a facilitator followed by a group discussion that focuses on best practices and solutions.


    October 1st Round Table Sesion: Managing Overhead in the age of COVID
    Facilitator: Chris O’Hagan, JD Kutter | James Walker, CNA Surety | Mark Jansen, RubinBrown

    Thursday, October 1st
    11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
    Zoom Meeting

    FREE ASA MEMBERS-login to receive FREE MEMBER RATE!
    $25 NON ASA MEMBERS

    Future Topics (October 15th, October 29th  ) are flexible but may include:

    • Tips on getting paid
    • Staying on top of your financials
    • Toolbox for what’s ahead
    • PPE considerations and solutions
    • Covid job standards
    • Contract clauses and language

    These sessions are limited to 10 attendees, and will last no longer than 30 minutes.
    Register early and make sure you come with questions and ideas to share!

    Virtual Meeting link to join, will be emailed to all attendees after registration received.

  • September 2020 Member VIRTUAL Meeting

    Monthly Membership VIRTUAL Meeting
    Via Zoom
    Wednesday, September 16, 2020
    11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

    Join us for a very informative presentation to discuss the Opioid Epidemic and
    how it affects the construction industry

    Industrial Connections of the Opioid Crisis

    • The opioid crisis disproportionately impacts the building and trades industry
    • How we can support employees with an opioid use disorder or families struggling with addiction
    • How we can make job sites safer within the context of this crisis.

    Speaker-Brandon Costerison with the National Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse (NCADA)

    Q&A at end of the presentation!


    Register above to receive ZOOM login information.
    FREE FOR ASA MEMBERS
    $25 NON MEMBERS