2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A driving force in the Houston Port region s economic prosperity due to participation by our 250 Private Sector Members, 12 Cities/Communities, Port Houston, and Harris County. A well- connected organization, convening a large, trusted network.

Facilitator to market Port Houston as a Global Gateway. Providing publicity to Port Houston programs and initiatives through - Website Enhancements, Events, Newsletters and Economic Development Project work. Forum for Executive Leadership to discuss the Foreign Trade Zone as an Economic Development Tool, State of Port Operations, Impact as a Growth Engine, Supply Chain Solutions, and the Ports effort moving toward Sustainability and development of economic opportunities through SMWBE and DEI efforts.

A leader in workforce development initiatives to address the growing skilled workforce gap in the Houston Port region. Conducting over 400+ Career Path Presentations exceeding 50,000 Potential Workers/Students. A diverse audience exposed to our workforce development/job opportunity discussion and aligning with Port Houston’s efforts in DEI.

Convening entity in identifying and promoting issues of Port Houston significance. Working to improve our economic development assets, transportation infrastructure, workforce development entities and Port Houston investment protections. Port Houston Executives and staff are participants at our Board level and key members of our Public Policy, Transportation/Infrastructure and Workforce Development taskforces. Established thought leader through relevant and well attended events. Anticipating over 3,700 participants at 11 events that will produce an average of 335 attendees for each planned gathering in 2023.

Located within Deer Park, TX and making an impact on residents and businesses within proximity to the 25 Mile Houston Ship Channel.

It is Port Houston’s support and participation that contribute to Economic Alliance’s successes that you find outlined in this document. Our Board, Members and Staff look forward to enhancing our relationship and working together to not only advance Port Houston but also our region globally.