BASU

Anirban Basu was named Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) chief economist in February 2008. His primary responsibility is to provide ABC with timely, comprehensive analysis of important trends in the U.S. commercial and industrial construction industry. Basu produces ABC’s electronic economic news report, Construction Economic Update, which includes an analysis of the following federal government economic indicators upon their release: construction spending, employment, producer price index and gross domestic product.

CLIFFORD

Dennis Clifford practices employment law with Seyfarth Shaw LLP.  He devotes the majority of his practice to litigating individual and collective/class actions under the Fair Labor Standards Act and analogous state laws that require employers to pay overtime and minimum wages.  He also regularly counsels employers on complex wage and hour issues.  For further information, he may be reached at 713-225-7473 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

CHRIST TAYLOR

Christ Taylor Insurance is a 50 year old Houston-based benefits and insurance brokerage firm and members of ABC. They provide solutions to small and medium size companies in the areas of healthcare and other benefit packages, as well as life insurance and retirement plans. Contact the Christ Taylor team at 713-850-7747 or www.christtaylor.com.

GALIMORE

Tracy Galimore is an associate attorney at Andrews Myers, P.C. in Houston. Tracy’s practice focuses on construction litigation and alternative dispute resolution, in which she represents general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and owners in a variety of construction related disputes. She can be reached at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 713.850.8626.

GHORMLEY

Bennett Ghormley is the Chief Safety Officer for AltairStrickland, Inc. Bennett has over 30 years experience in training, safety and construction administration. Experienced in implementing safety programs in the commercial, industrial, residential, as well as municipal industries. Conducted audits, investigations and inspections in refineries, chemical and petrochemical plants, pipeline, water and waste facilities, manufacturing plants, fabrication plants, public transit, multi-and single family housing units and public and private buildings. To reach Bennett, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

HART

Tara Hart is the Founder and President of TCA/The Compliance Alliance, L.P. which ranked #20 on Houston’s 2007 Top 50 Fastest Growing Woman Owned Businesses. Ms. Hart & TCA have been highlighted on the national radio show, "The Business Makers" five years in a row and TCA tools, methods and means have been ranked #1 in the world for managing contractor safety by a Fortune 50 company. Named one of the Who’s Who in Safety by Compliance Magazine, Ms. Hart is a sought after public speaker and has appeared on local and national radio and television programs. Ms. Hart may be contacted at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 713.263.7661.

JODON

G. Mark Jodon, a shareholder in Littler Mendelson’s Houston office, is board-certified in labor and employment law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Mark is one of the chapter attorneys for the ABC Greater Houston Chapter. He can be reached at (713) 652-4739 and This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

SOUTHERLAND

J. Alfred Southerland’s practice at Ogletree Deakins focuses on labor and employment-related litigation before state and federal courts and agencies, including claims involving equal employment opportunity laws, unfair labor practices, wage and hour issues, unemployment compensation, wrongful discharge, state law tort and contract claims, occupational safety and health matters, and immigration. He also counsels clients regarding developments in the areas of counseling and discharge issues, workers’ compensation, family and medical leave, wrongful discharge, restrictive employment covenants, and compliance with the immigration laws. To reach Alf Southerland, call 713-655-0855.