Q4 2023 Economic Alliance Newsletter

Coverage of Houston Port Region Affairs and Companies

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

2023 4TH QUARTER

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IN THIS ISSUE PRESIDENT’S LETTER .....................................3 FEATURED ARTICLE ........................................4 MEMBERS IN MOTION .................................. 8 ECONOMIC ALLIANCE IN MOTION ............ 12 CALENDAR OF EVENTS ............................... 17 MEMBER LISTING ......................................... 20

FEATURED

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: Economic Alliance strategic initiatives, supporting business, and ‘23 outcomes.

Photo courtsey of: Danny Schnautz, Clark Freight Lines Inc.

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HIGHLANDS 10

610

OUSTON

LYNCHBURG

NORTHSHORE

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JACINTO CITY

DOWNTOWN

146

PORT HOUSTON

GREATER EAST END

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330

CHANNELVIEW

GALENA PARK

45

ON SHIP CHANNE L UST HO

BAYTOWN

99

ECONOMIC ALLIANCE HOUSTON PORT REGION

225

BARBOUR'S CUT CONTAINER TERMINAL

DEER PARK

PASADENA 610

LA PORTE

SOUTH HOUSTON

MORGAN’S POINT

146

8 288

SHOREACRES

SOUTHBELT/ ELLINGTON

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BAYPORT CONTAINER TERMINAL

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45 PEARLAND The Economic Alliance Houston Port Region, created in 1985, provides professional economic development services for the businesses and communities surrounding the 25-mile Houston Ship Channel. Since 2008, the Economic Alliance has supported 77 successful projects that have helped create 3,856 new jobs and over $17.8 billion of capital investment to the Houston Port Region.

250 Private Sector Members

12 Cities/ Communities

Port Houston

Harris County

We are proud to count among our members cities, communities, chambers of commerce and other government entities Harris County Port Houston City of Baytown City of Deer Park City of Galena Park City of Jacinto City City of La Porte City of Morgan’s Point City of Mont Belvieu

City of Pasadena City of Pearland City of Seabrook City of Shoreacres City of South Houston Community of Channelview Community of East End Community of North Shore Community of Sheldon

Community of South Belt-Ellington Baytown Chamber of Commerce Deer Park Chamber of Commerce Highlands-Lynchburg Chamber of Commerce Houston East End Chamber of Commerce North Channel Area Chamber of Commerce Pasadena Chamber of Commerce Pearland Chamber of Commerce South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce

2023 Board of Directors Buddy Tucker, Ohmstede Industrial Services Inc. Connie Tilton, ExxonMobil David Bush, Orion Group Holdings, Inc. Elizabeth Fazio Hale, Gulf Coast Authority Herb Hildebrand, San Jacinto College - Small Business Development Center Janet Gonzales, Frost Bank Jim Griffin, San Jacinto College LyondellBasell Center for Petrochemical, Energy & Technology Jonathan Schmaltz, McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. Katie Yount, McDonough Engineering Kristi Claypool, Meador Staffing Services Leonard A. Bedell, Mobil Steel International, Inc. David Szafranski, Enterprise Holdings Nathanael Ince, Pinnacle

Russell Carter, Bohler Engineering Brent Cockerham, Moody Bank Dave Tolson, Arete Advisors Dennis Winkler, Winkler Public Relations Dr. Lynda Villanueva, Lee College John Grimes, LBC Tank Terminals Marcelo Moacyr, BGE Paul J. Plauché, MobilOps Robert Bonner, Diamondback Works Stephen Kelman, Wood Dr. Allatia Harris, San Jacinto College Melissa Wolkenhauer, BIC Alliance Bryan Wooten, INVISTA Rina Harris, CenterPoint Energy Steven Massey, Truist Bank Charles Montgomery, Houston ILA Dock & Marine

Shareen Larmond, West Gulf Maritime Association Nellie Baktashi, Houston Methodist Ali MacLeod, BGE Marcia Faschingbauer, Excargo Services Inc. Nikki Mason, Covestro Scott McAlister, Coastal Ice & Water Captain Clint Winegar, Houston Pilots Mark Bookmyer, LyondellBasell Brittany Wong, Shell Deer Park David Szafranski, Enterprise Holdings Scott Tanley, Turner Industries Rick Brown, Arkema Peter Dumont, AG&P Americas Aundrea Young, Competitive Choice Kevin Griffin, Satterfield & Pontikes

PRESIDENT’S LETTER 2023 was an amazing year and we’re proud of the Economic Alliance’s accomplishments. Here’s a quick recap of the year and thank you to our incredible members, partners, and employees for everything they do to make the Houston Port region the most sought-after destination in the world for petrochemical, manufacturing, maritime and logistics operations.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT - 5 wins: consisted of $1B in one-time capital investment, 318 direct jobs created and over 400 direct skilled jobs retained. The Houston Port region drew interest from 3 companies new to the State of Texas.

PUBLIC POLICY - Over 2 days a 44-person Economic Alliance Leadership Team conducted 40 meetings with Senate, Congressional and Association representatives to present our Federal Policy priorities, along with trips to Austin to highlight our State Policy priorities during the 88th Legislative session.

TRANSPORTATION/INFRASTRUCTURE – The task force has long advocated for the redevelopment of SH 225 and in 2023 TxDOT announced a formal plan to study, design and redevelop one of the Houston Port region’s most critical transportation corridors.

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT - Connected with 5,000+ individuals/students through 45 career path presentations at 73 different school districts, utilizing 29 volunteers from 9 different companies to market high paying careers in the petrochemical, maritime, logistics, and construction industries.

QUALITY OF LIFE - Through the San Jacinto Texas Historic District (SJTHD) provided 3 matching grants for projects that promote public safety, beautification, and community activities aligned with impacting the Houston Port region.

INSIGHTS/THOUGHT LEADERSHIP – Hosted over 4,000 attendees at 13 events with an average attendance of 310 participants: the Gulf Coast Industry Forum, Economic Outlook, 2 Industrial Procurement Forums, the highly successful Women in Alliance luncheons, and the Annual Membership Banquet.

In 2024, we look forward to convening our members to prioritize activities to market and grow a vibrant regional economy. It is your support and participation that not only drives the Economic Alliance’s accomplishment and success but also makes a major impact on the Houston Port regions business climate.

God Bless,

Chad Burke President & CEO Economic Alliance Houston Port Region

203 Ivy Avenue, Suite 200 Deer Park, TX 77536 (281) 476-9176

ECONOMIC ALLIANCE EXECUTIVE BOARD Chair: Bob Bradshaw, INEOS Treasurer: Dr. Brenda Hellyer, San Jacinto College Secretary: Rob Bacon, ExxonMobil Vice Chair: Ryan Sitton, Pinnacle Vice Chair: Mayor Michel Bechtel, City of Morgan's Point Vice Chair: Monty Heins, DOW Past Chair: Steve Cote, Brady, Chapman, Holland & Associates

COMMUNICATIONS ADVISORY BOARD Sarah Arroyo, Lubrizol Heather Betancourth, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC Jessica Blackmore, Shell Deer Park Sara Cronin, TPC Group Amanda Fenwick, San Jacinto College Jason Lee, Exponent Prosperity Accelerator Advisors, LLC Lori Pace, ADIM Media, LLC Lauren Gonzales, LyondellBasell Bill Stephens, Chevron Aaron Stryk, ExxonMobil Connie Tilton, ExxonMobil Dennis Winkler, Winkler Public Relations Tess Hammock, Community First ER MaryJane Mudd, East Harris County Manufacturing Association Sabrina Schwertner, Texas Chemical Council Brian Waddle, Lee College

ECONOMIC ALLIANCE STAFF Chad Burke, President & CEO Chad Carson, VP of Economic Development Marisela Ramirez, Events & Membership Director Amanda Baucum, Marketing & Communications Director Heather Carrico, Financial & Administrative Manager Patti Bell, Workforce Development Manager Karen Gregory, Contracts Manager

LAYOUT AND DESIGN Amanda Baucum, Marketing & Communications Director

EDITORIAL & SPONSORSHIP SUBMISSIONS amanda@allianceportregion.com Newsletter archive: https://allianceportregion.com/newsletters/

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ECONOMIC ALLIANCE

STRATEGIC INITIATIVES MARKETING THE HOUSTON PORT REGION to secure business investment maximizing economic opportunities and supporting policy that promotes a stable business climate.

Economic Alliance Houston Port Region is a non-profit business-led organization whose mission for over 35 years has been to grow a vibrant regional economy through economic development. This effort is supported by Public Policy, Workforce Development, Transportation/Infrastructure, Quality of Life and Thought Leadership initiatives.

Convening a leadership-driven process that conducts activities to build a positive business climate through collaboration with members/stakeholders, businesses, and government.

INITIATIVES DRIVING GROWTH, DEVELOPMENT, AND POLICY

PUBLIC POLICY Identifying and advocating on issues of Houston Port region significance.

TRANSPORTATION/INFRASTRUCTURE Building consensus on transportation & infrastructure projects for TxDOT.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Economic development is not viewed in isolation, our initiatives work together to enhance economic opportunity and establish a dynamic framework for quality growth in the Houston Port region.

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT Closing the skilled worker gap and connecting economic opportunities to impact equity.

QUALITY OF LIFE Supporting community enhancement and impact projects.

INSIGHTS/THOUGHT LEADERSHIP Producing events around topics and issues relevant to industry along the Gulf Coast.

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SUPPORTING BUSINESS

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SINCE 2008, ECONOMIC ALLIANCE HAS SUPPORTED 82 project wins averaging 6 economic development projects a year totalling a direct impact of $18.8B in capital investment and 4,174 jobs created.

EA Project WinsWINS ECONOMIC ALLIANCE Jobs andand Capital Investment

by Year - ‘23 Jobs Capital Investment by‘08 Year Jobs

Capital Inv $2.9B $2.4B $1.9B

$1.5B $1.5B

$1.2B $1.2B $823M $165M $28M

$1.0B $118M

230

265

258

233

2008

2009

2010

2011

82 6 PROJECT WINS

$1.1B

$1.7B

485 2012

PROJECTS A YEAR

$427M

695 2013

$473M

230

63

45

2014

2015

2016

260

300

430 172

90 2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

318 100 2022

2023

$18.8B 4,174 CAPITAL INVESTMENT

JOBS CREATED

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Provide professional assistance to companies to navigate the expansion process in the Houston Port region, including the facilitation to our economic development support/solutions network:

Conduct real estate searches.

Participate in and coordinate site-selection tours.

Facilitate access to data.

Provide guidance in evaluating State and Local incentive, permitting and workforce programs.

Advocate for projects and mobilize key members/allies to overcome any project issues and ensure success.

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2023 OUTCOMES

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SERVICES SUPPORTED 5 project wins totaling $1B in capital investment, creating 318 direct jobs, and retaining 425 positions in the Houston Port region.

PROJECT TOTALS

JOBS CREATED

CAPITAL INVESTMENT

JOBS RETAINED

13

$515M

425

60

$250M

200

$150M

30

$80M

15

$10M

318

$1B

425

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WINS Economic Alliance supported 5 project wins. Three of those wins were completely new operations to the Houston Port region and Texas.

Kao, a Japanese firm that will build a new tertiary amines production facility.

John Cockerill, a Belgium firm that will construct a manufacturing facility to produce electrolyzer equipment.

Ethox, a domestic operation from the Carolina’s will co-locate with Kao and construct a new surfactant chemical operation.

Economic Alliance continues to assist our existing operations.

Albemarle, a manufacturer and supplier of catalysts/ additives will expand its production capabilities by installing a new operating unit, additional reactors and equipment.

Covestro, will invest in a new operations supply/ maintenance warehouse that will service all their operations out of one location.

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MISSION GROW AND MARKET A VIBRANT REGIONAL ECONOMY

ONE OF THE LARGEST GROWTH ENGINES OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY IN THE WORLD! SOME OF THE HIGHEST STANDARDS OF LIVING IN TEXAS based on the economic impact of the Houston Port Region.

1.5M TEXAS JOBS / 3.4M U.S. JOBS (Economic Impact of Houston Ship Channel Activity, ‘22 – By Martin Associates)

MEMBERS IN MOTION PASADENA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION The City of Pasadena and the Pasadena Economic Development Corporation (PEDC) have set out to administer renovation and expansion improvements to the Pasadena Convention Center & Municipal Fairgrounds to include the addition of a new multi-purpose, 68,000 sq ft arena with 7,500 seating capacity to the existing venue to form a complex totaling 102,000 sq ft. The existing convention center will be remodeled to provide updated meeting rooms, restrooms, and other finishes. The existing venue will continue to operate during construction which is expected to be completed by Fall 2025. The $50M renovation and expansion to the convention center will be funded through Sales Tax & Revenue Bonds. PEDC will repay the Debt Service from the Sales Tax & Use Revenue currently collected.

Project page: https://www.pasadenaedc.com/current-projects/p/item/2376/pasadena-arena-&-convention-center-expansion-&-renovation

COASTAL ICE TEES IT UP FOR WORKFORCE AT EHCMA GOLF TOURNEY Coastal Ice and Water tees it up for workforce development at EHCMA’s golf tournament in October showing off partners and attracting a crowd of golfers.

Located steps from the clubhouse, Coastal Ice’s tee-box tent featured a popular food vendor and industry partner, Schafer’s Coastal Grill & Industrial Caterer, as well as Go-Safe, a distributor of safety equipment and health supplies.

Coastal Ice pulled double-duty, educating industry members looking for price-competitive suppliers with community-based values, such as Coastal Ice’s commitment to workforce development and sustainable hydration solutions.

Scott McAlister, president, said, “It is important that we share industry initiatives, exceptional service and community commitment. A local, woman-owned business, we’re the best local choice for ice and water, and we give back to industry and their communities.”

EHCMA Executive Director MaryJane Mudd, right, visits Coastal Ice & Water’s tent during the EHCMA golf tournament. Monica Beynaerts and Scott McAlister provided food, give-aways and conversation about how Coastal Ice provides sustainable hydration solutions, plastics recycling and workforce development support.

Schafer’s Coastal Grill parked the Outriggers trailer next to Coastal Ice & Water’s tent to serve fish tacos and sliders to golfers supporting EHCMA’s workforce development efforts. The tasty cuisine and other give-aways attracted golfers, some foregoing holes to enjoy nourishment and conversation about hydration, workforce and sustainable solutions.

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MEADOR STAFFING SERVICES CELEBRATES December 11, 2023, Meador Staffing Services, Inc. is 55 years old. That is a significant milestone that few companies accomplish. Our 55th year is a celebration of Meador Staffing’s legacy, it’s long journey, and who we are today. We celebrate the super heroes of our story who are clients, employees and all of the amazing organizations that we have the privilege of partnering with and serving throughout the region.

CITY OF LA PORTE The City of La Porte is thrilled to announce the recent achievement of our Emergency Management Coordinator, Johnny Morales, who has been approved by the Certification Commission of the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) to receive the highly esteemed Certified Emergency Manager (CEM®) credential. This recognition is a testament to Johnny’s dedication and commitment to the profession. This achievement was earned through rigorous evaluation and examination of his personal and professional background achievements. Johnny’s CEM® designation is a significant accomplishment demonstrating his exceptional skill and knowledge in emergency management, and his unwavering commitment to saving lives and protecting property and the environment during emergencies and disasters. La Porte is proud of Johnny, and we congratulate him on his remarkable accomplishment.

MOBIL STEEL INTERNATIONAL, INC. - SAFETY LEADERS Mobil Steel International, Inc. earned its fifth consecutive Diamond Level STEP safety recognition, the top-level safety performance within Associated Builders and Contractors. Mobil Steel earned ABC safety recognition each of eight years participating.

Mobil Steel employees worked throughout 2022 without incurring job-related injuries requiring medical care or time off work. STEP incorporates Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and features safety best practices, i.e. toolbox talks, job hazard evaluations, safety achievement awards and safety luncheons.

“Becoming a safety leader results from safety culture promoted at Mobil Steel,” said Leonard A. Bedell, President and CEO, Mobil Steel. “Earning highest-level recognition five consecutive years validates that our employees create a safe and healthy workplace.”

Mobil Steel fabricates steel for petrochemical, energy, manufacturing and other essential industries.

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MEMBERS IN MOTION INVISTA INVISTA Houston participated in EHCMA’s Annual Golf tournament to support scholarships to help build tomorrow’s industry workforce. Additionally, INVISTA partnered with the Children’s Museum Houston to host a Family Open House at Rucker Elementary. Students and their families engaged in hands-on learning activities led by our employees and museum staff.

As we approach the end of 2023, INVISTA was honored to participate in a ribbon cutting ceremony for Oak Meadows Park. This event celebrated significant improvements made to the neighboring park through INVISTA and other industry partnerships with the Houston Parks Board. These enhancements to the park will provide the community, including our neighbors and industry partners, with a safe and clean gathering space.

UES - 4TH STRATEGIC ACQUISITION UES, the nation’s fastest-growing engineering and consulting firm, makes 4th strategic acquisition in Texas. In addition to Riner Engineering, Alpha Testing, Rock Engineering, UES has now acquired Houston-based InControl Technologies who also has a Dallas office. Their addition to UES specifically supports the company’s expanding focus on environmental services. Primary services provided by the UES Texas team includes: • Geotechnical Engineering • Construction Materials Testing • Environmental/Hazmat • Virtual Design Consulting Services and more Founded in 1997, InControl Technologies provides comprehensive environmental consulting and engineering services, and InControl Technologies’ projects include a wide range of environmental site assessments, remediation management, and site closures.

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The Business Growth Task meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 9am in the Board Room at the Economic Alliance with a virtual option. Every Meeting we highlight a member where they share insight and how to connect with their business. Committee Members also get the opportunity to share business updates and news in the region.

The Economic Development Task Force activity was limited this last quarter with our summer break and all hands-on deck for GCIF, so we finished 2023 with some fun. Our task force met for fellowship and fun at Ed’s Bistro in La Porte for a late afternoon happy hour to close the year. They accommodated our committee for a few hours, with exceptional taste testing of their popular dishes and closed the restaurant exclusively for our committee.

The task force has been gearing up for the October Industrial Procurement Forum, one of 4 events that this committee hosts every year. For more information on the task force and to be signed up to receive meeting invites, contact Marisela Ramirez at marisela@allianceportregion.com.

GULF COAST INDUSTRY FORUM COMMITTEE The Gulf Coast Industry Forum Committee is made up of members working together to organize a forum that brings together industry leaders focused on petrochemicals, energy, and logistics. This committee has started to plan its 15th Annual Gulf Coast Industry Forum scheduled for Thursday, September 5th. Sponsorships & Registration set to open early February. This committee meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month at 3pm. For more information or to be included in the committee invites email Marisela Ramires at marisela@allianceportregion.com

It doesn’t mean our work is done, Kristi, Lindsey, and Chad Carson will meet in November to plan out 2024 with potential meetings hosted at OXYCHEM, WATCO’s multi modal operations on the north side of the channel, and something different but still interesting at AXIOM space exploration facility. If you have ideas or want to participate, please contact any one of us. We would love to review your information and consider a tour of your facility in 2024 and learn more about how your company impacts our region.

If you would like to join us contact Chad Carson at carson@allianceportregion.com

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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TASK FORCE The Workforce Task Force was welcomed by Dr. Allatia Harris, Chairman and Vice Chancellor of San Jacinto College and Patti Bell, Workforce Development Manager at Economic Alliance Houston Port Region.

Houston Pilots hosted us with a lunch meeting on October 19 for our Maritime focus. Our speakers are leaders in the Maritime Industry. We were fortunate to hear three different perspectives from maritime partners at Houston Pilots, Gulf Operations, and G&H Towing. Captain Clint Winegar, presiding officer for the Houston Pilots discussed how pilots keep our shipping channel safe by maneuvering vessels safely and efficiently to and from docks via the narrow and congested Houston Ship Channel. Kelly Cleaver, Crewing Manager at Gulf Operations Campbell Transportation Company, provided information on how vessels are moved and what it takes to get hired.

Captain L.R “Robyn” Sarvis III, Director of Operations, G&H towing, explained how someone right out of high school could be hired and get on the job training and also about summer interns. They all worked together to show us the partnership in place to keep our goods moving and to keep people and the environment safe.

On November 16 San Jacinto College hosted an Economic Update/Outlook and provided snacks for the group. Parker Harvey, Principal Economist for the Gulf Coast Workforce Board/Workforce Solutions, was our guest speaker. He is responsible for planning and conducting labor market/economic studies and analyses, including collecting data and writing reports, in support of the Gulf Coast Workforce Board and its operating affiliate, Workforce Solutions. As he has for the past 5 years, Parker gave the audience a look at the past year and predictions for future employment direction. The attendees had great questions that helped guide the conversation.

This task force usually meets on the third Thursday every other month, from 3:00pm – 4:00pm, unless on site options require a different time. Our next meeting is in February.

DREAM IT. DO IT. The goal of the Dream It Do It Southeast Texas (DIDI) program is to highlight career opportunities in our region by working with our industry partners who volunteer. We focus on the petrochemical, logistics, transportation, maritime and construction industries.

October was a busy month with three career fairs, two large group events, and six Manufacturing Days.

We worked with Junior Achievement on two Exploring Industry Days that were held at LyondellBasell Center for Petrochemical Energy and Technology at San Jacinto College. Manufacturing Days are a nationwide initiative and leading those for us were San Jacinto College, Lee College, and Houston Community College where we made 417 contacts.

Manufacturing Days aren’t possible without our industry partners and we give a big thank you to LyondellBasell, Ineos, ExxonMobil, Dow, and Air Products. All were gracious with their facilities and personnel. Across events in October, we connected with 19 school districts in the region.

In November Galveston College hosted two Manufacturing Days with 57 contacts from Galveston ISD. Thank you to Ineos, Aromatics and Tolunay-Wong Engineers for participating. In addition, DIDI attended three career fairs with two school districts not previously visited.

In 2023 we spoke with over 5,000 students, parents, teachers, administrators, and underemployed adults at 45 events. Along with the public ISD’s we visited

TASK FORCE, COMMITTEE & EVENTS we also spoke with numerous charter school and private school students and influencers.

Our volunteers are a huge part of our success as they bring such valuable insight into the high-demand, high-wage careers in our area. Thank you to our 4th quarter volunteers Jeff Pearce (San Jacinto College), Patty LaLonde (Junior Achievement), and Amy Skicki (BAYTRAN), along with numerous volunteers during Manufacturing Day events.

If you’d also like to share your knowledge with the future workforce, we are always looking for volunteers to come speak about their careers in the petrochemical, logistics, maritime, construction, and transportation industries. If you would like to help, please email Patti at patti@allianceportregion.com

WOMEN IN ALLIANCE COMMITTEE The Women in Alliance Committee is made up of members working together to organize 3 Women’s Leadership Luncheons a year. The 2024 dates have been confirmed, please be sure to add these dates to your calendar - April 24, July 31, and October 23.

The committee is currently working to confirm speakers for 2024. This committee meets every 2nd Wednesday of the month at 3pm. If you would like more information on how to get involved or sponsor an event, please feel free to contact Marisela Ramirez at marisela@allianceportregion.com

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UPCOMING EVENTS

FEBRUARY

APRIL

Annual Membership Banquet Thursday, Feb 1 6:00am – 9:30am

Business Growth Task Force Wednesday, Apr 3 9:00am – 10:00am

Business Growth Task Force Wednesday, Feb 7 9:00am – 10:00am

2024 D.C. Trip Monday - Thursday Apr 8 - 11

Women In Alliance Committee Wednesday, Feb 14 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Women In Alliance Committee Wednesday, Apr 10 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Gulf Coast Industry Forum Committee Tuesday, Feb 20 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Gulf Coast Industry Forum Committee Tuesday, Apr 16 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Workforce Development Thursday, Feb 22 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Economic Board Meeting Wednesday, Apr 17 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Public Policy Tuesday, Feb 27 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Workforce Development Thursday, Apr 18 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Economic Development Wednesday, Feb 28 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Public Policy Tuesday, Apr 30 3:00pm - 5:00pm

MARCH

Women’s Leadership Luncheon Wednesday, Apr 24 11:00am - 1:00pm

Business Growth Task Force Wednesday, Mar 6 9:00am – 10:00am Women In Alliance Committee Wednesday, Mar 13 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Economic Development Wednesday, Apr 24 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Gulf Coast Industry Forum Committee Tuesday, Mar 19 3:00pm - 4:00pm Economic Update Reception, Patrick Jankowski Thursday, Mar 21 3:00pm - 5:00pm Public Policy Tuesday, Mar 26 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Economic Forecast Update, Patrick Jankowski March 21, 2024 San Jacinto College - LyondellBasell Center for Petrochemical, Energy, & Technology 2024 Women’s Leadership Luncheons April 24th | July 31st | October 23rd

Join our mailing list and receive task force and event invites by contacting Marisela Ramirez at marisela@allianceportregion.com

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INVOLVEMENT

MEMBER-DRIVEN ORGANIZATION OUR STRUCTURE CONSISTS OF an Executive Board, an Elected Board and eight initiative chairs supported by members through their direct involvement.

You are invited to attend a Task Force meeting, luncheon, or other events to understand the quality and value of an Economic Alliance membership.

8 TASK FORCES AND INITIATIVES SUPPORTED BY MEMBER INVOLVEMENT Economic Development Task Force Facilitate new and expanded capital investment and job creation along the Houston Port Region.

Transportation Task Force Identify and support transportation projects in order to accommodate rising freight demand in the economy and ensure safety and quality of life for citizens.

Workforce Development Task Force Provide a forum that facilitates information sharing and promotion of workforce development initiatives to address the growing skilled workforce gap.

Public Policy Task Force Provide a forum that facilitates information sharing and education on public policy issues affecting the Houston Port Region’s economic development.

Quality of Life Task Force Enhance our region’s marketable image and quality of place, including assets to attract both tourists and corporate relocation.

Business Growth Task Force Provide mechanisms for the education and development of regional businesses in order to sustain and grow regional commerce for our communities.

Women’s Leadership Luncheon Showcase female leaders in our industries and encourage an empowering dialogue on the success of female leadership in the industries they represent.

Gulf Coast Industry Forum Bring industry, government, and community stakeholders together to hear regional information affecting the Houston Port Region.

A VALUED MEMBER: “MCCARTHY BUILDING COMPANIES, INC. deeply values our membership with the Economic Alliance Houston Port Region. All they do advocating for and advancing the interests of the economic powerhouse that is the Houston Ship Channel, and surrounding areas, is amazing and appreciated. Thank you Chad Burke and Team!” - JONATHAN W. SCHMALTZ, DIRECTOR, BD

MEMBER BENEFITS ECONOMIC ALLIANCE IS A DRIVING FORCE in the Houston Port Region. Economic prosperity and successes are growing faster than ever due to the participation by our members. We convene a large, trusted network and encourage you to join our talented, well-connected organization.

MEMBER BENEFITS ARE REFLECTED IN ENHANCING YOUR OPERATIONS

NETWORK

Expand your immediate circle of acquaintances and begin meeting new people in adjacent circles — and beyond.

Members, staff and partners can be the solution and lead resources related to your operations.

VISIBILITY

Become recognized as an active business member of a world class team within the Houston Port Region.

Our service footprint is the most sought-after region in the world for petrochemical, manufacturing, maritime, and logistics operations.

IMPACT

Align yourself with strategic initiatives that are making an impact on our regional economy and residents.

One of the most impactful and influential business organizations in Texas. Participate in economic development, public policy, transportation/infrastructure, workforce development and quality of life initiatives.

INSIGHT

Gain knowledge and contribute to the information sharing and convening of industry leaders.

Events and task forces can highlight your operations and/or be a vehicle to gain insights from fellow members.

VOICE

Leverage relationships and established communication channels to have issues heard.

Develop regional priorities through our members input and the organization is a respected voice with invaluable connections to key decision makers.

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