Sound Off - June 2024

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SLS & FORGEN SECURE

RAPID REMEDIATION

CONTRACT WITH USACE

On April 30, 2024, the U S Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) contacted the SLS Team for a contaminated pipe remediation and soil sampling project under a new GSA agreement With only 18 hours to submit a quote, SLS and sister company Forgen worked overnight to meet the deadline and successfully secured the contract

Within a week, the team and equipment were on-site in Buxton, North Carolina, and the field work was completed in just two weeks and a week before the deadline. This achievement underscores the strong collaboration between SLS and Forgen, operating under the Sullivan Brothers Family of Companies, and solidifies their relationship with USACE.

CELEBRATING MILESTONE ANNIVESARIES

5 YEARS - Lenny Agosto

5 YEARS - Miguel Meneses Otiniano

5 YEARS - Tyler Garvin

5 YEARS - Jeremy Senecea

CALLANMARINE CELEBRATESSAFETYWEEK

SAFETY CULTURE REINFORCED ACROSS THE COMPANY WITH TOOLBOX TALKS AND SPECIAL EVENTS

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SAFETY IS AT THE FOREFRONT OF OUR MINDS AT ALL TIMES, IT’S EMBEDDED IN OUR CULTURE AND CONSIDERED IN EVERYTHING WE DO.

-Melanie

Mosley, Senior Vice President of Callan Marine.

The Safety Shamrock isn’t just a sticker on equipment It’s an ethos that we stand behind every day to protect our people, our fleet, our community, and our clients Our commitment to safety runs deep – it’s the first word in our mission statement showing it is equally important as our other core principles

5 YEARS - Chad Hodges

5 YEARS - Ivy Haymon

5 YEARS - Mauro Hinojosa

DRCWELCOMESHAYDEN FUENTES&STRIKESBACK

WELCOMING A NEW REGIONAL MANAGER & HELPING LOUISIANA & TEXAS

HAYDEN FUENTES JOINS DRC AS REGIONAL MANAGER

We are excited to introduce Hayden Fuentes, who is joining our team as the new Regional Manager. Hayden brings a wealth of experience and expertise that will greatly benefit our clients and partners. Hayden holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and management from the University of New Orleans. His professional journey includes roles such as Project Manager at DRC Emergency Services and Branch Manager at Enterprise Holdings. These positions have equipped him with a strong foundation in leadership, project management, and operational excellence.

In his role as Regional Manager, Hayden will oversee operations, strengthen relationships, drive performance, and ensure that we continue to provide the highest level of service to our clients. We are thrilled to have Hayden on board and look forward to his positive impact on our team and services. Please join us in welcoming him to our organization.

Hayden worked Hurricanes Isaias (City of Wilmington), Laura (City and Parish of Natchitoches), and Zeta (St. Bernard Parish) in 2020.

TEXAS & LOUISIANA

DRC is performing right-of-way (ROW) cleanup throughout Harris County.

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Regional Manager Clif Kennedy met with the Harris County Precinct Three Commissioner and city engineers to ensure cleanup was performed with precision.

CMGLAUNCHESRESIDENTDRIVENDESIGNWORKSHOPS

TODT HILL RESIDENTS TO VOTE ON THREE NEW APARTMENT DESIGNS

The Comprehensive Modernization Group (CMG) is m Recently, CMG held a series of design workshops to present color and finish ideas to the residents of the Todt Hill houses After gathering feedback, the CMG team has created three apartment designs for the residents to vote on. The goal is to provide improved and renovated homes that truly feel like home to the residents, making their input in the design process integral.

Picured below are some of the design options that residents were given to vote for.

This year's Valero Texas Open, along with the Valero Benefit for Children, raised a record-breaking $24 million, bringing the grand total to $256 million in charitable giving.

The Valero Texas Open raised charitable dollars through a variety of programs, including its pro-am golf tournaments, corporate sponsorships, ticket & concession sales, and the Champions Fore Charity program, in which nonprofit organizations solicit donations with a match from tournament proceeds. Funds were also raised through the Benefit for Children, a fundraising event in which participants enjoyed golf outings across 9 of San Antonio's premiere golf courses or a sporting clays competition, all of which were held the Monday following the Valero Texas Open. Texas International Terminals has supported the Valero Benefit for Children for over five years, helping to support various children's organizations across the nation

Several Terminal leadership team members and staff enjoyed an event full of the finest PGA golf, networking and fun as part of the annual event held at the JW Marriot In San Antonio, Texas

L to R: Skip Hastings, Keily Hastings, Molly McKee, Bill Bevers, Destiny Stramblad, Erik Stramblad – Galveston Texas City Pilots, Kyle Glasgow – POET Ethanol, Dustin Dibble – POET Ethanol, Catherine Skipper – Valero, Dirceu Piga – Valero, Trey Hohmann – Valero

FORGENCONSTRUCTION SAFETYWEEKSETSHIGHBAR

EMBRACING NEW LEADERSHIP AND CHAMPIONING SAFETY

From May 6-10, Forgen celebrated Construction Safety Week at every job site across the U S and Canada All employees, from executive leadership to craft workers, embraced this year's theme, Value Every Voice, with demonstrations, luncheons, and events at job sites and offices In addition to this week's meaningful impact on Forgen employees, the events made a strong impression on customers and partners in the industry, who indicated the events and passion displayed by all were exceptional

FORGEN WELCOMES CHUCK GIRTEN AS PROJECT EXECUTIVE

Forgen has welcomed Chuck Girten, Project Executive, to the team Chuck has over 35 years of experience in construction of major heavy civil and infrastructure projects and will support Forgen’s Southeast Region Matt Marks, Senior Vice President of Operations, said, “I am excited to work directly with Chuck as we continue to expand operations in the Southeast with a goal of opening a new office location before year-end. With a focus on the heavy civil construction market and the current forecast of business opportunities, I am confident Chuck will play a key role in Forgen’s success for years to come. ” Welcome, Chuck!

CELEBRATING MILESTONE ANNIVESARIES

15 YEARS - Ezekiel Wilson

15 YEARS - Grant Perry

15 YEARS - Bruce Diettert

5 YEARS - Amy Domich

FORGEN CHAMPIONS TEAMWORK & PARTNERSHIP

VOLUNTEERISM AND COMPANY PARTNERSHIPS SET THE STAGE FOR SUMMER

FORGEN TEAM IN SACRAMENTO VOLUNTEERS FOR REBUILD TOGETHER

Forgen employees volunteered for the Society of Military Engineers Sacramento’s Rebuild Together event where they helped the local community by repairing a home.

FORGEN AND FLATIRON SPONSOR DENVER RIVER CLEANUP

Forgen employees joined together with their joint venture partner, Flatiron Construction, and other Denver residents to revitalize Denver’s South Platte River. They assisted with trash removal, weeding, and re-mulching trees in a local park alongside the river.

FORGEN COMPLETES EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROJECT AS SUBCONTRACTOR TO SISTER COMPANY SLSCO

Forgen, as a subcontractor to sister company SLSCO, was selected through a Basic Ordering Agreement (an agreement set up to allow federal agencies to contract emergency work) to remediate a contaminated pipe and perform soil testing for the United States Army Corps of Engineers Savannah District. Their teams excavated 200 cy of material and removed 100 lf of abandoned fuel pipe, which was causing a strong odor on the beach in Buxton, North Carolina.

FORGEN RECEIVES CMAA AWARD

Reclamation District 17 (RD-17) Phase III Levee Seepage Repair Project in San Joaquin County was selected for CMAA’s 2024 Project Achievement Award. Jason Brown, Business Development Manager, and Jared Williams, Vice President of Operations, attended the award ceremony in May.

MODCORR HOSTS TEAM CENTURION

CULTIVATING A PARTNERSHIP AROUND THE MEDMOD FACILITY

In early May, ModCorr hosted Team Centurion for an exclusive tour of their prototype facility, MaxMod After the insightful tour, everyone enjoyed authentic Texas barbecue, creating a friendly atmosphere for both companies to connect and share insights

Team Centurion's presence in Houston for the Clinical and Operations Summit provided the perfect opportunity for this gathering, allowing them to experience the MaxMod firsthand and explore the innovative potential of ModCorr's MedMod units for Centurion. We’re looking forward to many exciting things to come!

TAKE A LOOK INSIDE AT KING OAKS VILLAGE

BAYTOWN COMMUNITY OFFERS SINGLE STORY HOMES CLOSE TO TOP RATED SCHOOLS

SBB is excited to introduce King Oaks Village, a new modern community by Sullivan Brothers Builders in Baytown, Texas Our single-story homes, ranging from 1,400 to over 1,900 square feet, combine convenience and luxury, offering customizable finishes and layouts starting in the $200s, with no MUD tax. The community is ideally situated within walking distance of Stephen F. Austin Elementary School, an Apple Distinguished School for 2021–2024.

Take a look around one of our King Oaks Village homes:

HURRICANE SEASON SAFETY PLANNING

STORM PREPAREDNESS GUIDE FOR THE 2024 HURRICANE SEASON

The Atlantic hurricane season officially lasts from June 1 to November 30 However, the smart approach is to prepare well in advance before the season reaches its peak Stock your hurricane supply kit, develop an evacuation plan, reinforce your home, and ensure your insurance coverage is up to date

DEVELOP AN EVACUATION PLAN

Devising an evacuation plan is crucial for hurricane vulnerability. Identify nearby destinations, like a friend or relative's home, plan multiple routes, account for pets, and consult local authorities for transit options if needed.

STRENGHTEN YOUR HOME

Prepare your home for hurricanes by trimming trees, installing storm shutters or impact glass, and sealing wall openings Many upgrades are affordable and quick

REVIEW YOUR CURRENT INSURANCE POLICY

Contact your insurance provider to ensure adequate coverage for your home and belongings Standard policies typically don't include flood coverage, so obtain a separate policy Flood insurance is accessible through your provider or the National Flood Insurance Program at floodsmart gov

HURRICANE SUPPLY CHECKLIST

A hurricane supply kit is a collection of basic items your household may need in an emergency. Ensure you have one ready with these essentials:

Water

Non-Perishable Food

Can Opener

Flashlight

First Aid Kit

Spare Batteries

Dust Mask

Duct Tape

Garbage Bags

Toolkit

Local Maps

Cellphone Charger

Battery Powered Radio

Whistle

CELEBRATING NEW BEGINNINGS

FROM CRADLE TO CAP AND GOWN

Sweet Group extends heartfelt congratulations to Ayres Bradford on the birth of his son, Franklin Ayres Bradford III, and to Dan Lauri on the birth of his daughter, Emily Patricia Lauri.

Forgen Operator Jacobe Galley and his wife Morgan welcomed their second child, son Bohdi James Galley on May 20th.

DRC’s Katie Guidroz and her husband Chris welcomed their second child, daughter Margaret Rose Guidroz on June 4th.

Dear Dads,

As Father's Day approaches, we wanted to take a moment to acknowledge and celebrate the amazing fathers within our family of companies Wishing all of you a wonderful Father’s Day filled with joy, relaxation, and cherished moments with your loved ones. Thank you for balancing the responsibilities of fatherhood and your professional commitments with such grace and excellence.

- The Sullivan Brothers

MORE GOOD NEWS!

FROM CRADLE TO CAP AND GOWN

Gabby Martinez, Forgen’s HR Coordinator, Graduated with honors from Sierra College, Associate of Science Degree.

Brynlee Edwards daughter of Sara Edwards (SLS Health) from Seguin High School and headed to Texas A&M.

The Mental Health America society challenged everyone to "Be Seen in Green" during the month of May to raise awareness for Mental Health.

Pictured here are Jenna Crump, Chelsea Andoe, and Tina Gomez, members of the SLS Marketing team, wearing green to show their support.

Photo courtesy of Forgen