MARCH 2022
Opportunity is knocking
Industrial Trade Show to be held April 26 T
he petrochemical industry is the heart and soul of Texas City and La Marque. It defines what we do and where we live in the community. Some may take for granted the important role that industry plays in the life of our two cities. But the number of direct jobs at major industries is in the thousands, and the number of indirect jobs is innumerable. Virtually, all businesses in this area depend on the strong economy that is generated by the local plants. The Industrial Trade Show is hosted by the Texas City-La Marque Chamber and the City of Texas City Economic Development, along with corporate sponsor Marathon Petroleum, to bring
people together to make valuable connections for their businesses. Meeting a new contact or reconnecting with a client is what the event is all about. What happens at the Industrial Trade Show? Guests can learn about the latest industrial trends, gain competitor insights and make key industry contacts to solidify customer relationships. Opportunity is knocking! For Chamber members who do business with industry, this is a unique event to enhance your brand and product visibility, promote new and existing products, generate leads and drive sales. Potential buyers, including large corporations from the Galveston County area, will be in attendance. The trade
show features all sectors of the local industrial community. It’s a perfect opportunity for Chamber members to exhibit or attend — plus invite colleagues from engineering, maintenance, operations, purchasing and general business to discover what this marketplace has to offer. This year’s Industrial Trade Show will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday, April 26 at the Doyle Convention Center in Texas City. Admission is free to attend for those in the industry or industrial marketplace. This event is for business professionals and not the general public. There will be more than 80 vendors with booths at this show. Ven-
dor spaces are available to Chamber members only. Fees increase April 1. Inquire today if interested at 409-935-1408 or tradeshow@tclmchamber. com.
INSIDE THIS ISSUE New members/ Night on the Town �������������������� 3 Leadership Mainland ��������������� 4 Business Showcase ������������������� 5 State of the County and Cities 6
Women in Business ������������������� 7 Ribbon cuttings ������������������������� 8 Business of the month ������������� 9 Membership renewals �����������10 Board of Directors �������������������11
The official publication of the Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce
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NIGHT ON THE TOWN Tuesday, March 29
he next Night on the Town after-hours mixer event will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., March 29 at WaterGrove Event Venue. This is a gorgeous property, located at 3920 Gulf Freeway South in Dickinson. (Take 517 west from I-45 and turn south onto Medical Park Drive, at the corner where Wendy’s is located. Proceed down that road, and the venue is on the left.) Enjoy appetizers, drinks and mingle with local civic leaders. At this month’s event, you can visit with several nonprofit organizations from the area that
will have special displays set up. Learn more about what they do for the community and how you can get involved. Unwind after work and expand your network. Make sure to bring plenty of business cards. This event is free for Chamber members. There will be door prizes, too. You can register and RSVP in advance at www.TCLMchamber.com and get entered for an additional prize drawing. Winner must be present to win. Contact the Chamber with any questions before the event at 409-935-1408 or events@tclmchamber.com.
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS New members from Jan. 25 to Feb. 16. Bay Area Alliance for Youth and Families 2903 Falcon Pass Drive Houston 77062 281-284-0370 Representative: Amanda McLauchlin www.thealliancebayarea.org amclauchlin@ccisd.net Non-Profit Organization Cassells Consulting, LLC 2925 Gulf Freeway S., Ste. B #447 League City, TX 77573 866-884-2294 Representative: Colin Cassells www.cassellsconsulting.com service@cassellsconsulting.com Computer/Internet Consultants Exodus Consulting and Psychological Services, PLLC 1501 N. Amburn Drive, Ste. 12 Texas City, TX 77591 346-646-2529 Representative: Kimberly Grimsley ExodusCAPServices@gmail.com Psychology
Grazia Italian Kitchen 10000 Emmett F. Lowry Expy., Ste. 1130 Texas City, TX 77591 713-689-4070 Representative: Adam Bateman www.graziaitalian.com adam@graziaitalian.com Restaurants Mary’s Sweet Shoppe Bakery & Deli Located in Bayou Vista: 3139 Hwy. 6 Hitchcock, TX 77563 409-655-5773 Representative: Mary Gill www.marys-sweet-shoppe.com mary@marys-sweet-shoppe.com Restaurants Smart Living at Texas City 3210 Gulf Freeway Texas City 77591 409-750-3646 Representative: Liz Calderon www.smartlivingtexascity.com lcalderon@betterworldllc.com Apartments
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LEADERSHIP MAINLAND
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eadership Mainland held its first session in February at the Marquee at Mainland City Centre. The group spent the day doing team-building exercises and participated in personal and professional development activities led by professional facilitator Kent Hutchison. Next, the class will travel to the State Capitol in Austin to focus on state government and hear from state representatives about legislative priorities. Anyone interested in participating in the next class of Leadership Mainland can contact Chamber President Page Michel at president@tclmchamber.com.
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BUSINESS SHOWCASE & TASTE OF THE TOWN
Thursday, May 19
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he Chamber will host a BUSINESS SHOWCASE event Thursday, May 19, at Mainland City Centre in Texas City. This event that is designed for the entire community to enjoy. All types of businesses will have displays showcasing their products and services. Admission will be free. You can visit and explore all the displays, meet the people behind the businesses and learn more about life on the mainland. Discover professional services, personal care providers, home furnishings, real estate, fashion, finance and more. There also will be a “Taste of the Town” zone with food and drink samples from local restaurants and caterers. You’ll be able to try foods from all the new restaurants at Mainland City Centre, along with others. Attendees will enjoy free, delicious food and drink samples, giveaways from exhibitors, door prizes and a raffle. Businesses will enjoy the chance to connect with new and existing customers/guests in a fun, entertaining event.
SPECIAL THANKS TO THESE PRESENTING SPONSORS
There also will be live music throughout the event. Chamber members interested in registering for an exhibit space can find details online at www.TCLMchamber.com, call the Chamber at 409935-1408 or stop by the office at 9702 E.F. Lowry Expressway in Texas City. Some amazing sponsorship opportunities are also available. The Chamber is seeking sponsors for the entertainment area, raffle and more. Details about sponsorship benefits are posted online, but call or email for more information and personal assistance. Contact Chamber Operations and Events Manager Stefanie Aldrich at 409-935-1408 or stefanie@TCLMchamber. com.
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STATE OF THE COUNTY AND CITIES
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he State of the County and Cities business luncheon was held Feb. 16 at the Doyle Convention center in Texas City with more than 200 guests in attendance. Precinct 2 County Commissioner Joe Giusti, Texas City Mayor Dedrick Johnson and La Marque Mayor Keith Bell spoke about accomplishments over the past year, current projects and information pertaining to the region. Retiring State Sen. Larry Taylor was honored during the event. Bob Senter, of Texas First Insurance, served as the master of ceremonies. A huge thanks goes out to presenting sponsor UTMB Health and all other sponsors and guests.
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WOMEN IN BUSINESS
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Women in Business networking luncheon was held Feb. 24 at the Chamber. Everyone enjoyed a catered lunch and delicious desserts donated by Nothing Bundt Cakes. The theme for the event was “Powerful Women Invest in Themselves.” Speakers Doreen Hughes, of TGRE, and Susan Heflin, of King James Lending, spoke about investment opportunities that all women should be aware of, including real estate and the stock market. They told stories from their personal and professional backgrounds and gave encouraging advice to all guests. The next Women in Business luncheon will be held March 24 at the Chamber. The theme will be “Powerful Women Inspire Us,” and guests will hear stories about how businesses and careers have been launched by local women. Find more details online at www.TCLM chamber.com under “Events.”
Powerful women invest!
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RIBBON CUTTINGS
Mary’s Sweet Shoppe Bakery & Deli
Located in Bayou Vista 3139 Hwy 6, Hitchcock, TX 77563 409-655-5773 Owner: Mary Gill www.marys-sweet-shoppe.com mary@marys-sweet-shoppe.com Restaurants
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BUSINESS OF THE MONTH | DENTAL COSMETIC CENTER Dental Cosmetic Center-Bay Area 1708 Amburn Road Texas City, TX 77591 832-769-4115 www.texasdentalhealth.com
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t Dental Cosmetic Center-Bay Area, Dr. John Hackbarth and Dr. Lauren Houliston provide a wide variety of modern dental care along with traditional services of fillings, crowns, bridges, partials, dentures and extractions. The business offers dental implant services, implant-supported dentures and can custom “face lift” dentures. The company provides cosmetic dentistry, including Invisalign and veneers. The staff also can assist with promoting gum and soft tissue health, which can have an impact on the health of your entire body. To learn more about this Business of the Month, visit texasdentalhealth. com online or call 409-935-2111.
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MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS A big THANK YOU to these businesses for their longstanding support of the chamber and this community. Renewals from Jan. 25 to Feb. 16.
Celebrating 63 Years of Service
Traditional Funeral Services • Cremation Specialists • Pre-Need Arrangements • Monuments • Headstones
www.crowderfuneralhome.com Mainland
409-935-2496 Metro
281-337-5634 Island
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PORT OF TEXAS CITY
Company Years Since Join Date Port of Texas City/ Texas City Terminal Railroad............... 61 The Galveston County Daily News... 60 College of the Mainland....................... 55 Ashland...................................................... 54 Standard Steel Supply ......................... 47 Roberts, Johnson & Cain...................... 42 Faust Distributing Company.............. 41 Karat Creations Jewelry........................ 40 Sunrise Realty.......................................... 40 Hugh Patrick Construction.................. 32 The Dallas Group of America............. 32 Doyle Law Firm........................................ 32 BeAed Corporation................................ 32 Gulf Shore Federal Credit Union....... 32 Maxim Crane Works............................... 32 Domac, Inc................................................ 31 Gay Family Auto...................................... 27 South Land Title...................................... 24 St. John’s United Methodist Church.... 21 Team Industrial Services...................... 21 Bea’s Donuts............................................. 21 Coastal Community Federal Credit Union............................. 20 Mills Shirley L.L.P..................................... 20 31st Street Store & Lock....................... 19 Shelmark Engineering.......................... 19
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Company Years Since Join Date Diamond Refractory Services............ 19 Mainland Children’s Partnership....... 19 Midwest Steel Company...................... 19 Animal Alliance of Galveston County.. 16 BWC Terminals......................................... 15 Super 8 Motel.......................................... 14 Houston Hurricane & Security Products................................... 12 One Stop Tents & Events...................... 12 Advanced Refrigerant Technologies... 11 Kodiak Metals Recycling...................... 11 Classic Auto Group Galveston........... 10 Tolunay-Wong Engineers..................... 9 Custom Chemical Services.................. 8 Brookside Equipment Sales................ 7 Health and Safety Council-HASC...... 6 Land Tejas Development..................... 5 Grant Mackay Demolition Company... 4 Wastewater Specialties......................... 4 Chick-fil-A ................................................. 3 Salons On 6th........................................... 3 Tycoon Trucking...................................... 3 Industrial Commissioning Consultants International (ICCI)........ 3 SoleAna Stables...................................... 3 Gulf Coast Engineered Solutions..........3
Serving ALL of the Mainland Yvonne Chatelain Owner/Broker
12302 Hwy. 6 Santa Fe 409-925-1021
Sunrise Realty
Robert Cheek
Owner-Manager
409-948-6480 • 409-925-1021
We are the Real Estate Professionals for all Your Real Estate Needs
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2022 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Ron Assad, CHAIRMAN Gallant Industrial
Harry Faust Faust Distributing Co.
Cory Moss Valero
Ramiro Barba, SECRETARY Port of Texas City
Alex Getty La Marque Economic Development
Georgia Barzilay, PAST CHAIR Karat Creations Jewelry
George Hill Tolunay Wong Engineers
Dr. Warren Nichols, CHAIR ELECT College of the Mainland
Jon Branson Texas City Economic Development James Brumley, VICE CHAIR Oiltanking-Texas City, L.P.
Alan Hutchins A&A Machine & Fabrication April Jones Queens Attic Boutique
Jay Carnes Carnes Funeral Home
Thomas Keim Industrial Commissioning Consultants International
Desoto Clark ROBCO Services
Caitlin Kim Domac, Inc.
Shane Day Kodiak Metals Recycling
Shane Long BWC Terminals
Jason Pollard Grand Prize Barbeque Phil Roberts Roberts, Johnson & Cain Jim Russell HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland Bob Senter Texas First Insurance Sonny Tholcken Trey Industries Candice Towles Texas First Bank
Richard Devries Standard Steel Supply
Stacey Malbrough AMOCO Federal Credit Union
Shannon Doyle Osborn VICE CHAIR, South Land Title
Mandie McMillan Crowder RE/MAX Coastal
Andy Venables Eastman
Dr. Melissa Duarte Texas City I.S.D.
Mike Meyer, TREASURER Ashland
Christine Wade UTMB Health
Lavelle Edmonson Marathon Petroleum
Frank Mistretta Houston Hurricane & Security
Cathie Woitena Associated Credit Union of Texas
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Chamber Staff Page Michel, President/CEO Lauren Novack, Office Manager & Administrative Assistant Marielle Gomez, Communications & Promotions Coordinator Stefanie Aldrich, Operations & Events Manager Jordan Kleinecke, Director of Membership Alyssa Jennings, Small Business Support Coordinator
Chamber Mission
To serve members and enhance economic and community development.
Chamber Vision
To be recognized as a vital resource, providing relevant, innovative and impactful programming that produces a healthy business climate and an enhanced quality of life.
Chamber Express Newsletter The publication of the Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce is published monthly (second Sunday of the month). Some content and photos provided as a courtesy by The Galveston County Daily News. Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce 9702 E.F. Lowry Expressway Texas City, TX 77590 409-935-1408 www.TCLMchamber.com
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