Port Arthur Chamber of Commerce Resource Guide 2025

EDUCATION | PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT | LEADERSHIP TRAINING | NETWORKING

Engagement Only 146 chambers carry this distinction out of approximately 7,500 chambers in the United States

Aiming to lead the carbon capture and storage industry in Southeast Texas

HAYES REAL ESTATE JEFF HAYES - BROKER

(409) 728-6464 COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL

BOB BOWERS CIVIC CENTER CARL PARKER MULTIPURPOSE CENTER MUSEUM OF THE GULF COAST THE PRESS BUILDING DEPARTMENT CLUB VENUE AT BELLE OAKS

P L A N YO U R N E X T E V E N T I N T H E . . .

Cajun Capital of Texas!

HOLIDAY INN PARK CENTRAL TEXAS ARTISTS MUSEUM THE POMPANO ROSE HILL

With more than 20,000 square feet of divisible space and over 1,200 square feet of smaller meeting rooms, the Robert A. “Bob” Bowers Civic Center brings it all together for you. Our centrally located facility offers quality service, free parking and a professional staff to help make your event a success – all this in a clean and bright atmosphere at affordable rates.

If you’re looking for a smaller venue, try the Museum of the Gulf Coast, Department Club or our newly refreshed restaurants like Tia Juanita’s, The Pompano or Yuka Sushi for an intimate group to enjoy fellowship, food and live music.

Port Arthur continues to bring business to SETX. Whether your event is related to sports, social, family or class reunions, religious, corporate or associations, our office can help you strategically plan and promote your event in order to increase success and attendance. Our free personalized servicing plan is sure to add a little lagniappe to any event!

Tammy Kotzur Executive Director tammy@portarthurtexas.com

Callie Summerlin Marketing Director callie@portarthurtexas.com

3401 CULTURAL CENTER DR

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Darragh Castillo Destination Experience Manager darragh@portarthurtexas.com

PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS 77642

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409.985.7822

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VISITPORTARTHURTX.COM

Tank & Pressure Vessel Specialists

Safety

James Machine Works, LLC. TANKS • VESSELS

Quality

Est. 1927

Service

JMWInc.net

James Machine Works, LLC 1521 Adams Street | Monroe, LA 71201 Tel: (318) 322-6104 | Fax: (318) 388-4245

Sabine Pilots are serving the shipping industry and the public ports of Beaumont, Port Arthur and Orange as well as the private oil terminals and the industrial complex of Southeast Texas.

The Sabine Neches Waterway is the economic lifeline and the gateway to world commerce. It is the duty of the Sabine Pilots to maintain the safety and the environmental integrity of the waterway. We have done so since 1881 and pledge to continue.

Darr Equipment Co is a family-owned, service first, material hauling equipment supplier specializing in providing customized solutions to meet our clients’ specific goals.

Let Darr design, assemble and equip your new warehouse, or advance the productivity, safety and efficiency of your current warehouse.

409-898-8700 5550 Washington Blvd. | Beaumont, TX www.darrequipment.com

Offering our industrial clients cost-effective solutions to the challenges of keeping their workforce safe in the extreme heat of the Gulf Coast.

Pre-filled Coolers Ready to Drink Bottled Water Ice Merchandiser Bottle Water/Gatorade

www.bnbice.com TX: 409-727-5714 | LA: 337-433-7806

E M P O W E R I NG Your Financial Journey

We’re Ready to Serve You!

Personal Accounts

Digital Banking

Personal Loans

Home Loans

Never stop growing.

524 US 69 Nederland, TX 2736 Nall St Port Neches, TX mctcu.org

409.727.1446

ACCOUNTS INSURED UP TO $1,000,000 American Share Insurance insures each account up to $250,000. Excess Share Insurance Corporation provides up to an additional $750,000 of insurance per account. This institution is not federally insured.

Members’ accounts are not insured or guaranteed by any government or government-sponsored agency.

4683 College St Beaumont, TX 77707 24 Hour Service Line 866-862-0455

Servicing Southeast Texas Industrial and Commercial customers with their HVAC, Controls and Industrial Process Refrigeration needs.

8700 Industrial Circle Port Arthur, TX Providing for your present and longterm freshwater needs.

7850 Eastex Freeway | Beaumont, TX 409-892-4011 | www.lnva.dst.tx.us

409-736-3500

midcountyland@gmail.com Locally Owned and Operated

Sand | Clay | 60/40 | Topsoil | Rock We take broken concrete

Certified Woman Owned Minority Business Working with Integrity, Living by Faith www.midamericacontractors.net

Elizabeth Cravens, President/CEO “Our mission is clear: to deliver quality, cost-effective, on-time service that exceeds client satisfaction.”

A woman-owned business with a legacy spanning 20 years, we proudly employ over 150 full-time professionals. Our team boasts more than 60 years of combined experience in the construction industry.

As a trusted leader in construction services, we are committed to delivering high-quality, cost-effective, and timely solutions tailored to meet our clients’ needs. Our reputation is built on our ability to consistently exceed expectations.

Safety is at the core of our work ethic and is evident in our exceptional safety record throughout the Southeast Texas region and beyond. We prioritize the well-being of our employees and clients, ensuring that every project adheres to the highest safety standards.

Proudly Serving:

Motiva Shell Citgo

Valero ExxonMobil And more...

Non-Profit Serving Our Community & Abroad

www.everlastingchanges.org

THE MOST TRUSTED NAME BRAND SUPPLIES IN THE FIELD AT YOUR SERVICE!!

FITTINGS - FLANGES - STUD BOLTS - GASKETS - CONSTRUCTION FASTENERS - CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS - FIRE FOAM Pasadena, TX: 713-475-6100 l Groves, TX: 409-727-7384 l Sulphur, LA: 337-882-6887 On Call 24/7

DIGITAL

MARKETING

Growing Your Business

AGENCY Our Services

Targeted Display Ads

Search Engine Optimization

Web Development

Social Media Marketing

Email Marketing

Google Business Profile

Join Us Now To Boost Your Business

Learn More

www.localdigital.agency

4484 Hodgson Rd Nederland, TX

409-721-9100 www.rttechnical.com

Innovative Solutions Precision Craftsmanship

(409) 983-2004

• Custom Fabrication • Custom Electrical and Pneumatic Panels • I&E Construction and Electrical Services • Field Measurement Services

TACLA26326E/TACLB26326R

24 HOUR SERVICE

STAY COMFORTABLE YEAR-ROUND WITH

Our professional HVAC services ensure that your indoor climate is perfect, no matter the season.

HVAC Installations

HVAC Service & Repair

Preventative Maintenance

Air Quality Control

Residential Commercial INDUSTRIAL

Nederland Ave 20+ Years in Business! 3703 Nederland, Tx 77627

BUILDS SUCCESS ReCon has provided high quality engineering, inspection services and professional contract staffing to a wide range of industries across Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana for over 25 years, building a reputation for safety, quality and integrity.

$80 million in average revenue Approximately 98% customer retention rate

700+ employees

750+

Projects per year

7 locations in Texas and Louisiana, and growing

Professional engineers average experience greater than 25 years

recon-group.com | 888-301-4662 | 1907 Ruth St, Sulphur, LA

Banking Port Arthur Since 2010

Has local and accessible people you can work with

Lends and invests back into your community

Donates money to local organizations you care about

Visit us today!

10607 Memorial Blvd

409-729-0513

www.texasfirst.bank

PAISD has just over 8,000 students and 1,300 employees among 16 campuses for the 2024-2025 school year. It offers quality programs for children with various educational needs, such as: accelerated and differentiated instruction, individualized education plans, and personal graduation plans. Other programs include: all-day Head Start and Pre-K, special education, speech, dyslexia, multilingual and migrant, emergent bilingual, foreign language, Gifted and Talented, honors, advanced placement and early college course credits.

PAISD provides vocational training in nearly 20 areas at their Career And Technical Education campus, including the newly-added Real Estate and Pharmacy Tech programs. Woodrow Wilson Early College High School can accommodate 400 students enrolled in high school and Lamar State College-Port Arthur courses simultaneously. Students graduate with a diploma and an Associate’s Degree at no cost.

Dr. Mark Porterie All campuses encourage kindness, support anti-bullying, advocate for mental wellness, incorporate the use of technology, and provide resources that can develop well-rounded Superintendent individuals. PAISD provides tools for students to go to college, begin a career or join the military after graduation.

The district encourages students to participate in sports and extracurriculars at all levels. Several elementary schools have basketball and cheer/dance teams for boys and girls. Varsity sports and high school auxiliaries offer mini camps throughout the year for interested elementary and middle school students. Middle and high schools also offer cheer, dance, football, basketball, volleyball, tennis, soccer, softball, track and field. Secondary campuses compete in UIL contests for academic categories, choir, band, and theater. High school band, twirl, flags, cheer and dance teams also partake in various competitions.

PAISD celebrates diversity with events promoting Hispanic, Native American, Vietnamese, Asian American/Pacific Islander and African American culture. The city enjoys a community-wide celebration of Red Ribbon Week and Titan homecoming each fall. The district welcomes you to compliment, love and share what’s happening in PAISD by following them on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube.

All schools are accredited by TEA and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. PAISD will become the leader in continuous school improvement by ensuring each student receives a rigorous, high-quality education to achieve academic excellence. As the primary source of public education in their community, PAISD’s mission is to meet the unique educational needs of their diverse population by providing a comprehensive quality education for students in Port Arthur.This year’s motto is: Together, Everyone Achieves More!

PREMIER BANKING DESIGNED WITH YOU IN MIND.

OUR SERVICES

Business Loans Personal Loans www.thirdcoast.bank

Personal Accounts Remote Deposits 2901 Turtle Creek Dr. Suite 115 | Port Arthur, TX

409-527-8230

Create. Build. Sustain

3120 Central Mall Dr. Port Arthur, TX

409.724.7888 awceng.com

Veolia North America is proud to be a neighbor and supporter of our Port Arthur Chamber of Commerce

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P.O. Box 909 • Port Arthur, TX 77641-0909 • (409) 985-1000 We are proud to support the Port Arthur Chamber of Commerce

Industrial, Residential & Commercial Laundry Services

Local, On-site, Secure, Mobile Document & Hard Drive Destruction ALTERATIONS • WASH • DRY • FOLD DRY CLEAN 24 HOUR SECURE DROP OFF LOCKERS

5900 39TH STREET, GROVES (409) 962-5331

409-727-SHRED (7473) Serving ALL of Southeast Texas Commercial & Residential

EDUCATION | PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT | LEADERSHIP TRAINING | NETWORKING

Engagement Only 146 chambers carry this distinction out of approximately 7,500 chambers in the United States