OUR LEADERSHIP Message from the 2019 Chairman, Glenn Royal What impresses me the most about the Economic Alliance Houston Port Region is the collaborative efforts of our members in seeking solutions that will enhance our quality of life and encourage sound business development. We understand that successful businesses create successful communities. The Economic Alliance has seen significant transition in their transportation and public policy accomplishments, world-class workforce development programs, attracting and retaining businesses, and a commitment to enhancing our region’s quality of life. We will not rest as there is more work to do. Our membership has been busy through our numerous task forces. In 2018, the Economic Development Task Force facilitated 4 wins accounting for 1.185 billion in capital investment, 90 direct jobs created and 110 retained through our recruitment and business retention and expansion activities, and now has 30 projects in pipeline totaling $5.32 billion in capital, 1,784 jobs. The Workforce Development Task Force has coordinated and made over 76 presentations to over 8,000 students in 2018, marketing the high-demand/ high paying careers in our region. The Public Policy Task Force has carried our message to Washington D.C. and Austin with 18 meetings in DC along with 32 Economic Alliance members in attendance, along with 10 conference calls post trip.
2018 has been an extraordinary year for the Alliance with our most successful Gulf Coast Industry Forum ever, with 900 attendees, including keynote speakers; Lt. Governor Dan Patrick, and Texas Railroad Commissioner Ryan Sitton. We will continue our important work in business development for the region and assist in creating tomorrow’s workforce through our workforce development programs. We will seek freight mobility solutions with an eye toward balancing the needs of industry with our residential demands. With this comes our responsibility of enhancing our region’s quality of life as well. Our reputation as the go to economic development entity continues to grow as the direct result of involvement our members. I encourage you to become a member and join one of our many active working task force groups. You will find something that fits your interests and you will make a difference. Sincerely,
Glenn Royal, Chairman Vice President/Senior Portfolio Manager, The Royal Group at Merrill Lynch
Board of Directors EXECUTIVE BOARD
ELECTED BOARD
Chair: Glenn Royal The Royal Group at Merrill Lynch
Natalie Picha, The Royal Group at Merrill Lynch John Golashesky, Turner Industries Tom Brosig, BBVA Compass Captain Mark Mitchem, Houston Pilots Association Dr. Allatia Harris, San Jacinto College North Randy Drake, The Drake Companies Thomas Brinkso, BIC Alliance Chris Cain, LyondellBasell La Porte Plant Jay Bice, H+M Industrial EPC Barry McMahan, Green Bank Jim Griffin, San Jacinto College Center for Petrochemical, Energy & Technology Kelli Gregory, Dixie Chemical Leonard A. Bedell, Mobil Steel International, Inc.
Katie Yount, McDonough Engineering Jeffrey Kuhn, Terracon Consultants, Inc. Chip Schweiger, PKF Texas Lori Traweek, Gulf Coast Authority Chris Talley, Structure Tone Robert Armstrong, Kuraray Janet Gonzales, Amegy Bank of Texas Kristi Claypool, Meador Staffing Services Crystal Cedro, Hunter Buildings Tony Krause, Covestro Buddy Tucker, Ohmstede Industrial Services Inc. Connie Tilton, ExxonMobil Nathanael Ince, PinnacleART Matthew Blunck, Enterprise Holdings Marshall Deluca, Orion Group Holdings, Inc.
Randy Boeding, Setech Charles Montgomery, International Longshoremens Association Stuart Robles, BGE Wayne Webb, CommunityBank of Texas Dr. Dennis Brown, Lee College Ayshe Tayfun, Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital Dennis Winkler, Winkler Public Relations Brent Cockerham, Moody National Bank Darcie Durham, The Boeing Company John Grimes, LBC Tank Terminals Doug Mansfield, Mansfield Marketing Roger Gossett, Accelerated Solutions Jim Smith, Doggett Industries Amanda Accardo, Shell Deer Park
Mayor Michel Bechtel City of Morgan’s Point Mayor Jeff Wagner City of Pasadena Mayor Tom Reid City of Pearland Mayor Thom Kolupski City of Seabrook Mayor David Jennings City of Shoreacres Mayor Joe Soto City of South Houston Gwen Tillitson City of Houston
Tracey Wheeler – President/CEO Baytown Chamber of Commerce
Margie Buentello – President North Channel Area Chamber of Commerce
Vice Chair: Steve Cote Brady, Chapman, Holland & Associates Treasurer: Karen Gregory CenterPoint Energy Secretary: Roger Blackburn Wood Vice Chair: Dr. Brenda Hellyer San Jacinto College District Vice Chair: Jeff Garry Dow Chemical Company Vice Chair: Bob Bradshaw INEOS Advisory: Mayor Tom Reid City of Pearland PUBLIC APPOINTED BOARD MEMBER Commissioner Adrian Garcia Harris County - Precinct 2 Commissioner Roy Mease Port Houston Mayor Brandon Capetillo City of Baytown Mayor Jerry Mouton City of Deer Park Mayor Esmeralda Moya City of Galena Park Mayor Ana Diaz City of Jacinto City Mayor Louis R. Rigby City of La Porte
Tim Culp – President Deer Park Chamber of Commerce Jim Wadzinski – President Highlands-Lynchburg Chamber of Commerce Frances Castaneda Dyess – President Houston East End Chamber of Commerce Jeff Martin – President La Porte/Bayshore Chamber of Commerce
Cristina Womack – President/CEO Pasadena Chamber of Commerce Carol Artz-Bucek – President Pearland Area Chamber of Commerce Kay Barbour – President South Belt – Ellington Chamber of Commerce Paul Chavez Seabrook EDC
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Largest Petrochemical complex in the U.S. #1 Total tonnage Port in the U.S. #1 Container Port on the Gulf Coast (95% of TX market share).
1.2M jobs in the state of Texas related to Houston Ship Channel activity. $265B annual economic impact in TX attributed to Houston Ship Channel region.
MISSION
The Economic Alliance Houston Port Region is a non-profit organization, whose mission for over 30 years has been to grow and market a vibrant regional economy through economic development. Supported by public policy, workforce development, transportation and quality of life initiatives.
OUR STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
Representing the 25-Mile Houston Ship Channel including:
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250
CITIES
PRIVATE SECTOR MEMBERS
The Houston Ship Channel is home to one of the most influential energy corridors and trade ports in the world. Since 2008, the Economic Alliance has supported:
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
4,170
DIRECT JOBS CREATED
$10.148B CAPITAL INVESTMENT
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 4 PROJECT WINS SUPPORTED BY THE ECONOMIC ALLIANCE IN 2018 The Projects are focused in the specific industry segments of Instrument and Related Products Manufacturing, Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminal Storage and Refrigerated Warehousing and Storage.
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$1.185B
JOBS CREATED
JOBS RETAINED
INDIRECT JOBS
CAPITAL INVESTMENT
*The impact was calculated using IMPLAN, an input-output model built by the IMPLAN Group Inc. using federal data sources.
Economic Impact on the Houston Port Region* As our economic development projects move forward to committed investments, the Houston Port Region and beyond benefits. The Houston Port Region is an engine for growth and a vital and stabilizing force that impacts the entire Houston region and State economy.
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Professional Economic Development Services Provide an environment to navigate the many facets of site selection/expansion, maximizing our economic development network to: • Participate in and coordinate site selection meetings and orientations of the Houston Port Region/ Harris County
• Conduct real estate searches of existing and greenfield locations for prospects • Provide guidance in evaluating and applying for State and Local incentive and workforce programs • Engage our key board members, allies, and partners to ensure project success
• Facilitate access to data (via partners) on key business factors that highlight the Houston Port Region as a destination for investment and job creation • Advocate for projects on issues pertaining to permitting and regulation with State and Local entities
TRANSPORTATION REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION STAKEHOLDERS Regional Mayors
Harris County
East Harris County Manufacturers Association (EHCMA)
TxDOT HGAC
Port Houston
BayTran
Addressing critical issues associated with the movement of Freight and Commuters.
Why the Urgency? $50 billion in projects in the petrochemical industry over the last 5 years, the first production came online in 2018
Combined with Port Houston trade via the Panama Canal and increased resin production, container volumes will grow from 2 million TEU to 3 Million TEU in 2-3 years Houston Ship Channel activity accounts for 16% of states GDP The state needs to invest in this critical freight infrastructure to avoid congestion & maintain global competitiveness
Houston Port Region Freight Improvement Strategic Plan
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PROJECTS
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TXDOT PROJECTS
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HARRIS COUNTY PROJECTS
PUBLIC POLICY We are driving a regional advocacy campaign that brings together leaders from the Houston Port Region communities, educational institutions, industries and partners.
The Economic Alliance’s leadership supports an environment that bolsters job creation and initiatives that encourage investment in our people, infrastructure and businesses.
FEDERAL PUBLIC POLICY 31 Economic Alliance Members participated in 18 meetings in Washington DC and 14 conference calls with congressional members and influential agencies. 3 US Senators
Department of Energy
20 US Congressmen
US Maritime Administration
Manufacturing Institute & National Association of Manufactures
American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers
American Chemical Council
US Environmental Protection Agency
US Army Corps of Engineers Committee on Education and Workforce
Department of Transportation
2018 FEDERAL WHITE PAPER CONSIDERATIONS Surface & Water Infrastructure Investment
Storm Surge Protection
Workforce Investment
Property Tax Cap
Transportation: Funding & Toll Road Support
Industrial Regulations
NAFTA Modernization
2018 DC ADVOCACY TRIP
When our government leadership advances public policy that ensures our economy and communities thrive, everyone benefits.
2019 STATE PUBLIC POLICY • • • •
Chapter 312 & 313 Coastal Spine Taxing Authority Transportation: Funding & Toll Road Support Women’s Leadership Luncheon
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Texas Emissions Reduction Plan (TERP) Property Tax Cap Workforce Development Gulf Coast Industry Forum
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT INSPIRING AND PREPARING THE NEXT GENERATION WORKFORCE In the world’s largest petrochemical complex workforce skills are of the utmost importance and it is no doubt that job creation/retention is a direct endorsement of our world renowned business climate. The Economic Alliance supports programs focused on workforce success to give companies the confidence to invest.
Workforce Development efforts include: Leveraging strategic private and institutional partnerships in the Houston Port Region to attract and recruit a qualified workforce. Providing the career paths and job opportunities/benefits to students, parents, and educators at the middle school, high school, and community college levels to address attrition, skill enhancement and hiring needs. Working in partnership with the East Harris County Manufacturers Association and the nine area community colleges to train the potential workforce in highly skilled, high-wage petrochemical, maritime, logistics, transportation, and industrial construction careers.
Talent Pipeline Our mission is to fill the pipeline of potential workers in the petrochemical,
manufacturing, maritime and logistics industries. While leveraging partnerships with the East Harris County Manufacturers Association and 9 community colleges to recruit a qualified workforce.
Market
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DREAM IT. DO IT. initiative provides the scope of career paths and job opportunities/benefits of the Houston Port Region to:
7,500
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QUALITY OF LIFE A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE, WORK AND PLAY The Quality of Life mission of the Economic Alliance is to enhance our region’s marketable image and quality of place, including assets marketed to attract both tourists and business relocation and expansion. In partnership with the San Jacinto Texas Historic District, we have created and maintained public art projects, welcoming gateways, roadway beautification and branding efforts including an ongoing state license plate program. One effort, the SJTHD mini-mural grant program, allows partner cities to gain up to $5,000 in matching funds to spotlight local or regional history in a unique way.
Roadway Beautification
Epic Tank Art
Mini Murals
Specialty License Plate
City Gateways
San Jacinto Monument
Support of Battleship Texas
MAKE THE ECONOMIC ALLIANCE A PRIORITY A MEMBER-DRIVEN AND MEMBER SERVICE ORGANIZATION Our structure consists of an Executive Board, an Elected Board and 8 initiative chairs supported by members through their direct involvement. Our staff works to carry out the directives of each of these bodies in the most efficient and effective way possible. Upon becoming a member, you are invited to attend a Task Force meeting, luncheon, or other events so that you can get a better idea of how we operate and what the organization offers.
8 Task Forces and Initiatives Supported by Member Involvement: Economic Development Task Force
Transportation Task Force
MISSION
MISSION
To facilitate new and expanded capital investment and job creation along the Houston Port Region.
To 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
Public Policy Task Force
MISSION
MISSION
To provide a forum that facilitates information sharing and promotion of workforce development initiatives to address the growing skilled workforce gap.
To 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
Business Growth Task Force
MISSION
MISSION
To enhance our region’s marketable image and quality of place, including assets marketed to attract both tourists and corporate relocation.
To 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
Gulf Coast Industry Forum
MISSION
MISSION
To showcase female leaders in our industries and encourage an empowering dialogue on the success of female leadership in the industries they represent.
To bring industry, government, and community stakeholders together to hear regional information affecting the Houston Port Region.
Connections and Networking to industry experts, fellow members and businesses in the Houston Port Region
250 Private Sector Members
15 Annual Events
2,500 Participants
4 Exhibiting Opportunities
Jim Bowen
First Trust, CEO
The Global Hub of the Chemicals Industry 9th Annual two-day conference brought together leaders of the nation’s largest petrochemical complex and its’ second largest port
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick
State of Texas
The 2018 conference brought together over 900 attendees, 44 exhibiting companies and institutions. TOPICS COVERED: • Port Houston Update • Wall Street’s Global Chemicals Outlook • Why the Flailing US Narrative is Wrong • Petrochemical Workforce Panel • Freight Transportation Panel • Industry Regulatory Overview • Two Petrochemical Panels
Ryan Sitton Texas Railroad Commissioner
• Creating Pathways to Careers KEYNOTE SPEAKERS INCLUDED: • Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick • Texas Railroad Commissioner Ryan Sitton • Port Houston Chairman Janiece Longoria • City of Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner
Mayor Sylvester Turner City of Houston
10th Annual Gulf Coast Industry Forum September 18 & 19, 2019 allianceportregion.com/gcif
Join Our Growing List of Members*
* List current at time of publication January 2019
OUR PARTNER MEMBERS BASF CenterPoint Energy Covestro, LLC Doggett Equipment Services Group Dow Chemical Company Deer Park
Dunavant Trans Gulf Transportation & Distribution Group
INEOS Olefins & Polymers USA
Enterprise Holdings Inc.
Kuraray America, Inc.
JSW Steel, USA JV Driver Group
McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. Ohmstede Industrial Services, Inc. San Jacinto College
LBC Tank Terminals
Shell Deer Park
Houston Community College
Lee College
TASC
Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital
Lyondellbasell
The Boeing Company
Mansfield Marketing, LLC
Turner Industries
ExxonMobil
OUR STAKEHOLDER**, CORPORATE, AND PROPRIETOR MEMBERS Adaptive Tech Services
Core Occupational
Air Products
Core Trucking of Texas
Akzo Nobel Polymer Chemical LLC AL Law Group Allegiance Bank Amegy Bank American Acryl Apache Oil Company Arete Advisors Arkema Inc.
D&C Inspection Services Dannenbaum Engineering Corp. DeLane’s Ad Specialties Dimension Energy Services, LLC Dixie Chemical East Harris County Manufacturers Association
John Manlove Marketing & Communications JSC Federal Credit Union Kaneka North America LLC Kenco Bucket Trucks Kinder Morgan Knudson LP
Lakewood Yacht Club
Economic Incentive Services, LLC
AT&T
Lubrizol
Energy Edge Consulting
Magnus & Company
B.J. Superior, Inc.
Environmental Rental Services
Mass Transfer, Ltd
Bartlett Cocke Industrial Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership
Flint Hill Resources Gateway Printing & Office Supply, Inc.
Bayshore Medical Center
Global Relations
Bayside Industrial Inc.
Great Western Valve
Baytown/West Chambers
Greater Houston
Economic Development
Manufacturers Association
McDonough Engineering Corporation Meador Staffing Services Medical Telepresence Mobil Steel International
Monument Chemical Houston, LLC Moody National Bank
Mosher Seifert & Company, CPA National Property Holdings NiSoft
BB&T
Greater Houston Partnership
Nissan Chemical Houston Corp
BBVA Compass Bank
Green Bank
Noltex, LLC
Beacon Federal Credit Union Belt Harris Pechacek, LLLP Bendel Tank & Heat Exchanger BGE BIC Alliance
Gulf Coast Authority Gulf Winds International, Inc. Gulfex, LP H+M Industrial EPC
Brady Chapman Holland and Assoc.
Haldor Topsoe,Inc.
BrandSafway, LLC
Ham, Langston & Brezina, LLP
Capital One Bank CAT-I CenTech Staffing, LLC Ceremity CertifiedSafety, Inc. Cherry Companies Chevron Phillips Chemicals
CHI St. Lukes Health Patients Medical Center
SMART Group Houston Solvay Springhill Suites by Marriott - Baytown Sprint Waste Services Star of Hope Structure Tone Southwest
Association of Bayport Companies
Exel Logistics
Skanska USA Building
Stockstill & Associates
LJA Engineering
Baker Ripley
Shell Federal Credit Union
Liquid Capital Business Funding
ECC Alliance
Equipment Depot
SGS Galson
Les Ellard Insurance Agency, Inc.
Armand Bayou Nature Center
B2BCFO
** Stakeholder Members in bold.
Northern Air Orion Group Holdings, Inc. OSI Soft, LLC Oxyvinyls Pfeiffer and Son,Ltd. Phelps State Farm Insurance
Swagelok Southeast Texas Systran, Inc. T & T Construction, LP Taylor Marine Construction, Inc. TC Global Commercial Real Estate Team Services LLC Technofink Terracon Consultants, Inc. Texas First Bank Texas Lawn & Sprinkler Texas Molecular Limited Partnership Texas Natural Gas Vehicle Alliance Texas Security Shredding Texas Southern University TexasDeepwater Partners (TDWP Partners LLC) The Drake Companies The Mundy Companies The Royal Group at Merrill Lynch The Stewart Organization
Pinnacle ART
TIMEC
HDR Engineering, Inc.
PKF of Texas, P.C.
Houston Pilots Association
Place Champlains
TPC Group
Houston Yacht Club
PV Rental, LLC
HUB International Insurance Services
Qualified Properties, Inc.
Turner Construction Company
Raba Kistner Consultants
TurnerDuran Architects
Richmond Equipment
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Hunter Buildings & Manufacturing I.T. Works IDS Engineering Group ILA #1351
Tolunay-Wong Engineers,Inc. Trustmark National Bank
RIS Industrial Services
University of Houston - Central
Ritter Forest Products
Weeks Marine, Inc.
Robert Half
West Gulf Maritime Association
RUS Industrial
West Mermis, PLLC
Colliers International
Innovative Alternatives, Inc.
Comerica Bank
IntegriChem
San Jacinto River and Rail
Winkler Public Relations
Community Bank of Texas
ISTC
SETECH
Wood
We are proud to count among our members the following 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 Houston City of Jacinto City City of La Porte City of Morgan’s Point
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 La Porte-Bayshore Chamber of Commerce
North Channel Area Chamber of Commerce Pasadena Chamber of Commerce Pearland Chamber of Commerce South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce South Houston Chamber of Commerce