Chamber Express - August 2023 Edition

State of Industry Business Luncheon

Hear a fireside chat from local leaders

On Wednesday, Aug. 30, the Texas City-La Marque Chamber will host the annual State of Industry business luncheon, featuring a fireside chat about updates from leaders of several local industrial plants. The luncheon will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Doyle Convention Center in Texas City. This community has been a strategic partner to the petrochemical industry

since the early 20th century. It is home to the third largest concentration of crude-based refining manufacturers in the United States and the 15th largest port in the nation. There are more than 4,000 manufacturing and petrochemical jobs in Texas City and La Marque. The cities and community proudly support the local industries in their endurance and expansion.

Attend this luncheon to hear up-

dates on safety, performance and ESG (environmental, social and governance) and more. Plus, enjoy networking with leaders from the local business community and elected officials.

The Chamber thanks the following sponsors for making this event possible (as of Aug. 1):

• AMOCO Federal Credit Union

• Ashland

• City of Texas City

• College of the Mainland

• Texas City Dow

• Eastman

• Marathon Petroleum

• The Port of Texas City

• TNMP

• UTMB Health

• Valero

Tickets are $25 per person or $250 for a reserved table of eight. Luncheon sponsors receive a reserved table, recognition at the event and print and online publicity for $1,000.

To make reservations or request more information, contact Chamber Director of Events & Operations Angela Bernard at 409-935-1408 or angela@ TCLMchamber.com.

SEEKING A FEW GOOD MEN AND WOMEN...

As a Chamber member, you are invited to join in the process to nominate future board members. The Chamber needs several new board members each year to fill a three-year term.

All Chamber members are asked to give this some consideration and help

identify the next group of leaders who will steer the Chamber of Commerce in the future.

Submit nominations to the Chamber office in writing from now until Aug. 31. You can send them by mail, 9702 E.F. Lowry Expressway, Texas City, TX 77591, or email, stefanie@tclmchamber.com.

SUITABLE CANDIDATES WILL FIT THIS DESCRIPTION:

- An active member of the business community

- Dedicated to the betterment of Texas City and La Marque

- A decision maker in his/her field

- A person with vision; a leader

- Interested in serving as a volunteer

- Able to attend monthly board meetings, usually held on the fourth Wednesday at noon

FROM THE BEACH TO THE BAY TO THE BAYOU

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

ABC Affordable Housing Services LLC

2501 Palmer Hwy., Suite 250 Texas City, TX 77590

409-457-9907

Representative: Charina Allen-Beasley

www.abcaffordablehousing.com

Property Management

Adria Women’s Health

10000 E.F. Lowry Expy., Suite 1240 Texas City, TX 77591

409-945-2888

Representative: Carey Donnelly www.adriawomenshealth.org info@adriawomenshealth.org

Health & Wellness

American Legion Post 89 Auxiliary 3028 29th St. N. Texas City, TX 77590

409-945-8975

Representative: Monica Banuelos Non-Profit Organization

Bin There Dump

That – Texas Coast 16120 state Hwy. 6 Rosharon, TX 77583 713-208-6339

Representative: Vanessa McKeehan

www.texas-coast. bintheredumpthatusa.com

texascoast@binthere dumpthat.com

Waste Management

Distribution International

9000 Railwood Drive, Houston, TX 77078

281-728-1813

Representative: Todd Nagaitis

www.distribution international.com

Industrial Maintenance

Doodle Me Up Grooming Salon

2541 21st Ave. N. Texas City, TX 77590

832-392-9253

Representative: Rachelle Griffin www.facebook.com/ doodlemeup doodlemeupgroomingsalon@ gmail.com

Pet Shop, Grooming & Kennels

Empower Financial Group

4823 Isla Canela Lane, League City, TX 77573 231-224-9434

Representative: Johnathan Davis www.empower financialgroup.com

Financial Advisors/Investments

Evelyns’s Alterations & Tuxedo Rental

1108 First St. La Marque, TX 77568

409-935-6223

Representative: Evelyn George evelyntuxandmore@gmail.com

Alterations-Clothing, Bridal & Tuxedo

Hunter Onsite 14935 Jacintoport Blvd. Houston, TX 77015

281-501-7775

Representative: Nick Chapman www.hunteronsite.com

Blast-Resistant Modular Buildings

Innovation Safety Solutions 418 Laurel La Marque, TX 77568

281-352-0719

Representative: Humberto Guzman www.innovationsafety soultions.com

Safety Equipment Sales, Service & Rental

International Cooling Tower

4400 state Hwy 225 Deer Park, TX 77536

713-703-0252

Representative: Taylor Lawson www.ictower.com

Cooling Towers

Laser Marine Services 1727 Gulf Freeway La Marque, TX 77568 409-933-3474

Representative: Kenneth Bleakney www.lasermarine.com

Boat Dealers & Marine Supplies

Lia’s Jewelry LLC 3401 Palmer Hwy., Suite 104 Texas City, TX 77590 714-854-4945

Representative: Khanh Le www.liasfinejewelry.com www.liasjewelry.com

Jewelers

Neighborhood Veterinary Center 1100 First St.La Marque, TX 77568 409-240-2400

Representative: Sheena Faulkner www.gonvc.com

Veterinarians

Southern Bell Food Company 199 Vauthier, Unit D La Marque, TX 77568 409-203-3711

Representative: Clarence Bell www.facebook.com/ southernbellfoodcompany southernbellfood@gmail.com

Restaurants

Structural 1003 Clay Court Deer Park, TX 77536 281-478-5300

Representative: Anthony Raleigh www.structural.net

Industrial

HOT DEALS

Texas City-La Marque Chamber members offer “Hot Deals” on lodging, dining, jewelry, dental care, vehicle services, personal care and more! View Hot Deals by scanning the QR Code.

www.TCLMChamber.com

MEMBER 101 LUNCH-N-LEARN CLASS

The TCLM Chamber hosted its Member 101 lunch-and-learn class on Thursday, July 27 in the TCLM Chamber Conference Room. About 25 new members had the chance to meet with the chamber staff as they guided them through the list of membership benefits. Everyone in attendance also was able to network with fellow attendees and learned valuable online tools to promote his or her business.

The next Member 101 will be Tuesday, Sept. 12 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Find more details at www.TCLMchamber.com under “Events.”

Engagement through financial health and wealth

The Women in Business networking group met July 13 and heard from guest speaker Natalie Picha, Partner and Wealth Management Advisor at Royal Harbor Partners. The theme was “Engagement Through Financial Health and Wealth” and was sponsored by College of the Mainland. Thank you to Gator’s Bar and Grill for providing the lunches for this event.

Picha spoke about the importance of women and wealth. With her extensive background in business and finance, she helped the women in attendance navigate their own personal financial journeys. Attendees were able to share what they do to keep themselves financially stable.

The next Women in Business luncheon will be Aug. 10 at the TCLM Chamber Conference

Room. The theme will be “Engagement through Networking” and guests will hear from Renee Ethridge, Executive Account Manager – Territory Development at Meador Staffing. Also, guests will have the chance to speed network with fellow women in business. Find more details online at www.TCLM chamber.com under “Events.”

LEADERSHIP MAINLAND

Leadership Mainland learns about local media outlets

Leadership Mainland focused on entertainment and media at its July session. The group departed for The Galveston County Daily News, where they heard from Publisher Leonard Woolsey, Revenue Director Michelle Robinson, Circulation Director Yvonne Mascorro, Editor-in-Chief Michael Smith and Managing Editor Laura Elder. They also were given a tour of The Daily News’ facility and were able to see where the papers are printed. After this, the class was treated to a delicious lunch provided by Beyond Burger in Texas City. The class spent the second half of the

day with the City of La Marque’s Office of Emergency Management and its Communications Department. They heard from Mayor Keith Bell, Public Relations Officer/ Emergency Management Specialist Joshua Pritchett and Emergency Management Coordinator Kyle Hunter about the importance of tunning into its social media and TV station Channel 16 during emergency situations. The TCLM Chamber’s class appreciates all of these local leaders who gave valuable time to inspire, inform and motivate the members of Leadership Mainland Class of 2023!

Group holds Speed Networking Happy Hour event

The Young Professionals group met July 13 for a Speed Network Happy Hour at Del Papa Distributing Company in Texas City. A big thank you goes out to Del Papa for providing the special drinks and venue for the evening.

With more than 40 Young Professionals in attendance, they all had the chance to speed network with 18 different community leaders. Thank you to all the community leaders who participated in this event. These leaders include: Leonard Woolsey, The Daily News; Kent Etienne, AMOCO Federal Credit Union; James Brumley, Advario; Carla Voelkel, Dickinson ISD; Alexis Kopp, TCISD; Brandon Brooks, Wellby;

Aric Owens, Frost Bank; Elizabeth Hoisington, Frost Bank; Shone Evans, TCISD; Wade Oliphant, TCISD; Gina Welsh, Santa Fe Texas Education Foundation; Shaina Miller, Higginbotham; Cesar Garcia, City of La Marque City; Andrew Warren, Ashland; Terri O’Connell, Odyssey Academy; Ami Cotharn, Galveston County Health District; Ryan Doyle, Texas First Bank and Tim Culp, TCLM Chamber President/CEO.

The next Young Professionals network meeting will be Tuesday, Sept. 19. Location is to be determined, but keep an eye out on the Chamber’s Facebook and website for updated information. Find full details online at www.TCLMchamber.com under “Events.”

GOLF CLASSIC

Jimmy Hayley Golf Classic to be held Sept. 27 and 28

It’s that time of year to register for the legendary Jimmy Hayley Golf Classic! This year’s tournament will be held Wednesday, Sept. 27, and Thursday, Sept. 2, at Bayou Golf Course in Texas City. (Rain dates are Oct. 4 and 5.)

Meet, greet and socialize with industrial plant managers, business colleagues, customers, clients and guests — all in a casual and relaxed setting. It’s truly one of the region’s can’t-miss events.

NEW THIS YEAR

Choose from three different team packages. Each package includes a team of four players. Call the

TCLM Chamber to learn more about each package and register today. This two-day event hosts more than 400 golfers and two dozen hospitality tents to create an amazing networking and social atmosphere. This year’s tournament will consist of four flights: Wednesday a.m. and p.m. and Thursday a.m. and p.m. The Wednesday a.m. flight has sold out, but there is still room on the other flights.

BACK TO THE ’80S

The Chamber is also excited to introduce a fun twist and theme for the 2023 Golf Classic: “Back to the 1980s.”

More than 24 hospitality tents will represent different television shows and movies from the ’80s with exciting food and décor in their tents. Golfers can tie-in to this global theme by sporting any far-out golf duds you may enjoy wearing!

If you’re interested, plan now to register before all the tee times fill up. It is expected to sell out quickly.

A few valuable sponsorship opportunities still are available. For details, reach out to Chamber Director of Events Angela Bernard at 409-935-1408 or angela@ TCLMchamber.com.

Timeout #5 Sports Bar & Grill

9300 Emmet F. Lowery, Suite 30

Texas City, TX 77591

409-316-4426

Representative: Randy Fluker

www.timeoutsportsbar.com

randy@timeoutsportsbars.com

Restaurants

BUSINESS OF THE MONTH

D. Michael Bartholomew, PC

3212 13th Ave. N., Texas City 409-948-1681

D. Michael Bartholomew, PC has provided individuals and businesses with tax, accounting, payroll and consulting services, tailored to their individual needs, for more than 35 years. Business clients can range in all sizes — from single-owner businesses to larger multi-state businesses. Regardless of size, each business receives the same care and attention to its needs. Helping clients with IRS issues is also a big part of the services

D. Michael Bartholomew, PC provides. Sometimes, just getting to the right person within the IRS to resolve an issue is 90 percent of the solution, and with 35 years

of experience, these employees know how to make this happen.

D. Michael Bartholomew, PC always has time to answer clients’ questions and always looks forward to visiting with their clients about the services offered. The company never charge for consultations and can be reached at 409948-1681 to arrange an appointment.

D. Michael Bartholomew, PC is a long-time dedicated supporter of the TCLM Chamber of Commerce.

Kudos to this Business of the Month!

Learn more online at www. dmichaelbartholomew. com.

2023 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Ron Assad PAST CHAIR Gallant Industrial

Ramiro Barba CHAIR ELECT Port of Texas City

Jon Branson Texas City Economic Development

James Brumley TREASURER Advario

Lori Carnes Carnes Funeral Home

Desoto Clark ROBCO Services

Chris Devries Standard Steel Supply

Ryan Doyle

Texas First Bank

Dr. Melissa Duarte Texas City I.S.D.

Lavelle Edmonson Marathon Petroleum

Harry Faust Faust Distributing Co.

Alex Getty La Marque Economic Development

George Hill Tolunay-Wong Engineers

Anita Jones Linde Company

Thomas Keim Industrial Commissioning Consultants International

Shane Long BWC Terminals

Stacey Malbrough AMOCO Federal Credit Union

Mandie McMillan Crowder VICE CHAIR RE/MAX Coastal

Frank Mistretta Houston Hurricane & Security

Cory Moss VICE CHAIR Valero

Dr. Warren Nichols CHAIRMAN College of the Mainland

Jason Pollard Grand Prize Barbecue

Phil Roberts SECRETARY Roberts, Johnson & Cain

Jim Russell HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland

Bob Senter Texas First Insurance

Andy Venables Eastman

Carla Voelkel Dickinson ISD

Christine Wade UTMB Health

Andrew Warren Ashland

Adam Wheeless Gallant Builders

Chamber Staff

Tim Culp, President/CEO

Stefanie Aldrich, Vice President

Marielle Mascorro, Director of Communications

Bianca Jenson, Director of Member Services

Angela Bernard, Director of Events & Operations

Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce 9702 E.F. Lowry Expressway Texas City, TX 77590 409-935-1408

www.TCLMchamber.com

Chamber Mission

To serve members and foster 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.