Business Showcase + Taste of the Town March 23
Join leading local businesses as they display a wide range of products and services available to people in the greater Texas City-La Marque community. The Business Showcase will be hosted by the Texas City-La Marque Chamber on Thursday, March 23, at Mainland City Centre from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. This event also will include a Taste of the Town zone with food and drink samples provided by local restaurants and caterers. You’ll be able to try foods from all the eateries at Main-
land City Centre and others from throughout the area.
Attendees will enjoy free admission to the Business Showcase. Businesses will enjoy the chance to connect with new and existing customers/guests in a fun, entertaining event. 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 will be live music, door prizes, delicious food
and giveaways throughout the event. Mark your calendar now, and plan to be there. Stop on your way home after work, and plan to stay extra-long to experience everything.
NEW THIS YEAR: SHOP LOCAL EXPERIENCE
Attendees will be able to shop small from local boutiques and retailers from around the Mainland.
Special Thanks to our Presenting Sponsor AMOCO Federal Credit Union.
BE AN EXHIBITOR
Exhibitor spaces are offered to Chamber members only on a first-come first-served basis. Spaces are $350. The event is expected to sell out. If you are interested, contact the Chamber to confirm a space right away.
Chamber members interested in registering for an exhibit space can find details online at TCLMchamber.com, call the Chamber or stop by at 9702 E.F. Lowry Expressway, Texas City.
GAIN VALUABLE EXPOSURE AS A SPONSOR
Some amazing sponsorship opportunities are available. Gain valuable publicity for your business, receive an exhibitor space,and be included in print and online promotions.
For more information, call the Texas City-La Marque Chamber at 409-935-1408 or scan on the QR code with your smartphone. See you there!
FEBRUARY 2023 INSIDE THIS ISSUE Galveston County Day at the Capitol ��������������� 2 New members/Young Professionals ���������������� 3 Texas First Bank celebration �������������������������������� 4 TCISD ITC Fair/First Baptist Church news �������� 5 Annual Membership Gala photos 6 Annual Membership Gala winners�������������������� 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
GALVESTON COUNTY DAY AT THE CAPITOL
On March 1, 2023, teams of 3-4 people from Galveston County government offices and chamber members from Texas City-La Marque, Galveston, Santa Fe and League City-Bay Area will visit members of the Texas legislature (House and Senate) in Austin to meet about projects that need state support to implement. The projects include topics such as coastal protection and port improvements. Also, the teams will deliver the Galveston County’s legislative agenda booklet, gift bag and
an invitation to Saengerrunde Hall for a legislative reception.
If you are interested in being a Team Leader or volunteering, scan the QR code to pre-register for the event. Chartered buses will leave from varying locations across Galveston County. Whether you will be utilizing bus transportation or not, let the chamber staff know in the application so you can be placed on a legislative agenda team correctly.
2 | Chamber Express | February 2023 Bonded & Insured With 10-Year Craftmanship Guarantee Most roofs removed & replaced in just one day! FAMILY-FOCUSED FOR OVER 41 YEARS! 409-945-6920 A Texas General Contractor WWW.ROOFINGTEXAS.COM
General Manager, Amber Prouty, with her kiddos, Riley & Korben
WHEN YOU SUPPORT UWGCM,
LOCAL NONPROFIT AGENCIES.
YOU SUPPORT 23
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
Advanced Dermatology
281-665-4444
Representative: Cyndy Butcher www.advdermtx.com
Health & Wellness
BMF Industries
281-947-2802
Representative: Valerie Fisher www.bmfbuilds.com info@bmfbuilds.com
Industrial
Casa Fiesta Bar and Grill
409-995-0594
Representative: Raymundo Sanchez www.ordercasafiestabarandgrill.com casafiestabarnadgrill@gmail.com
Restaurants
Equipment Share
346-902-3535
Representative: Wes Dossett locations.equipmentshare.com/
texascity wesley.dossett@equipmentshare.com
Equipment Rental & Sales
Executive Services
Consulting 100
469-5007176
Representative: Zack Simpson www.esc100.net
zs@esc100.net
Insurance
Firetrol Protection Systems
713-343-1600
Representative: Brandi Jackson www.firetrol.net
bjackson@firetrol.net
Fire Protection Supply/Fire Extinguishers
Galveston R.O.S.C.
832-419-5828
Representative: Theresa Garcia www.facebook.com/
GalvestonCountyROSC
roscofgalvesoncounty@gmail.com
Health & Wellness
General Steamship Corporation LTD. 713-475-9007
Representative: Thomas Culbreth www.gensteam.com houops@gensteam.com
Marine Transportation
House Doctors 409-444-2442
Representative: Brenda Mazur www.housedoctors.com/galveston lmazur@housedoctors.com
Handyman
Law Enforcement Alliance for Galveston County 337-396-6199
Representative: Karen Bubrig www.leafgc.org
Non-Profit Organization
Mark McVey, Loan Originator 832-407-6181
Representative: Mark McVey www.mmgoodloans
markmcveyemail@gmail.com
Mortgages, Loan & Tax Services
On the Way AC
Plumbing + Electric
409-945-7202
Representative: Ronnie Bedard www.onthewaypros.com
Electrical Contracting-Residential, Commercial & Industrial, Air Conditioning & Heating Sales & Service
The Bin Zone 409-995-0298
Representative: Dolly Garza www.binzone.net
thebinzone@gmail.com
The Young Professionals Network group met Jan. 24 and heard Tim Culp, TCLM Chamber President/CEO, about how to network within the chamber community.
The topic was “Best Practices of Networking” and was sponsored by Marathon. Culp spoke to the group about how to grow within your business community and how to grow into a leadership role. The Young Professionals group went around the room and spoke on their experiences with interacting with others in a social setting.
The next Young Professionals Network meeting will be Tuesday, Feb. 14
at Independence Village, where they will host a Valentine’s Day party for the residents. Find full details online at www. TCLMchamber.com under “Events.”
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Retail
TEXAS FIRST BANK CELEBRATES 50 YEARS
Texas First Bank celebrated 50 years in business Jan. 11.
Nearly 200 people gathered in Hitchcock at what Texas First Bank Founder Charles T. Doyle calls the “Birthplace of Texas First Bank” — the Hitchcock banking center at 8128 Highway 6. Monsignor James Anderson gave the invocation. Speeches were given by Charles, Mary Ellen, Chris and Matt Doyle, along with a special resolution presentation by Galveston County Commissioners Joe Giusti and Stephen Holmes.
In 1973, Doyle and a group of investors purchased First State Bank of Hitchcock from Shearn Moody with a goal of opening banks in all incorpo-
rated cities in Galveston County. Gulf National Bank opened in Texas City in 1985 and in La Marque in 1993.
In 1995, the company made the official name change to Texas First Bank. By the end of the 20th century, there were Texas First Banks throughout Galveston County. Now, five decades later, the bank has grown from one location with $7 million in assets to 27 locations with $2.2 billion in assets across seven area counties.
Homegrown and locally owned, Texas First Bank has been a member of the Texas City-La Marque Chamber since 1982. Congratulations, Texas First Bank! Learn more at www.texasfirst.bank.
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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF TEXAS CITY WELCOMES NEW SENIOR PASTOR
TCISD ITC CAREER FAIR
On January 26, Texas City ISD Industrial Trades Center held its annual career fair for its senior class. Businesses from within the industry were able to meet with students who are currently learning pipefitting, welding, I&E, building construction and Maritime.
Lauren Kaiser, Director of Operations and Marielle Mascorro, Director of Communications, of the TCLM Chamber had a booth set up to talk to students about the Young Professionals Network and how to use chamber resources to find jobs and get connected with those in the community.
First Baptist Church Texas City would like to introduce its new Senior Pastor, Pierce Eaton, his wife, Karen, and their two daughters, Lyla and Flora. The church is very excited that he is joining the staff. His first Sunday service was Jan. 15.
Previously, Eaton served in ministry as a pastor in the San Antonio area. He considers himself a jack-of-all-trades in ministry and has served as a college minister, worship leader, youth pastor and associate pastor.
Eaton holds a Master of Arts in Theology, a Master of Divinity and is currently completing a Doctor of Educational Ministry through Southwestern Baptist Seminary. His doctoral emphasis is in leadership and discipleship. He is passionate about creating healthy leadership structures within the church that make disciples and develop believers to be Christ-centered leaders.
Eaton enjoys spending time with his wife and daughters, watching sports (go Cowboys!), eating good food and
spending time outdoors. He has a passion for learning and teaching. If you are around him long, he will teach you about something new he is learning.
Eaton married Karen on Easter Sunday in 2015. They spent their first year of marriage working together as campus missionaries through the Baptist Student Ministry at Texas State University. Professionally, Karen is a School Psychologist and loves being an advocate for children. Karen enjoys time with her family, a good historical-fiction book and sunny days at the beach.
Learn more about First Baptist church at www.fbctc.com/home.
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‘SOME ENCHANTED EVENING’ CHAMBER ANNUAL GALA
The Chamber’s 54th annual Membership Meeting and Awards Gala was held Jan. 19 at the Doyle Convention Center in Texas City. More than 400 Chamber members gathered to celebrate the business community and achievements of dedicated volunteers and the graduation of the 2022 Leadership Mainland Class.
Attendees witnessed the installation of new Chamber officers and directors and the recognition of the retiring directors and chairman. Dr. Warren Nichols was recognized as the 2023 Chairman of the Board. Thank you to all the sponsors, vendors, performers and caterer who made this evening possible.
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CHAMBER GALA AWARD RECIPIENTS
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Congratulations to all the 2022 recipients! Rising Star Award Grease Monkey Shining Star Awards Moore
Small Business of the Year Award
Large Business of the Year
Industries Hospitality Health ER
Tello Smiles
Award
Marathon Galveston Bay Refinery
Jimmy Hayley Community Service Award Kevin Herrin, The Fellowship Church
Outstanding Citizen Award Cory Moss, Valero
RIBBON CUTTINGS
Martins Designs 76 3201 Palmer Hwy., Suite 101 Texas City, TX 77590 832-206-1832
Representative: James Martin www.martindesigns76.com martindesigns76@hotmail.com
Advertising & Marketing, Graphics/Digital Imaging, Multi-Media Production, Web Design & Marketing
The Nutrition Hangout 9300 Emmett F. Lowry Expressway Texas City, TX 77591 409-316-4464
Representative: Sebastian Tropea www.facebook.com/NutritionHangoutTX sebastiantropea@yahoo.com
Health & Wellness, Restaurants
The Yella Dog 2800 Ted Dudley Drive Texas City, TX 77591
346-453-6435
Representative: Jaanai Sherman www.theyelladog.com
jsherman@theyelladog.com
Restaurants
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BUSINESS OF THE MONTH
A-1 Fire Equipment Co
A-1 Fire Equipment Co. has been serving Galveston County since 1967, starting with a group of off-duty firefighters performing extinguisher services.
Today, A-1 Fire is the leading fire protection company in the area, headquartered in La Marque. The company has grown over the years to include fire protection installation and services for fire alarm and suppression systems, fire sprinkler systems, marine vessels and paint booths. Last year, the staff grew to nearly 30 employees. The company’s in-house estimating department can quote design and installation for large scope alarms, sprinkler and suppression projects for upgrades and new construction from large-scale developments to expansive educational facilities, such as College of the Mainland. A-1 Fire still performs extinguisher inspections and services either inhouse or at a business location, as well as alarm and sprinkler inspec-
tions and back-flow inspections for businesses of any size or type.
All over Galveston County, A- 1 Fire Equipment Co. is supplying fire protection at local restaurants and hotels, schools and in city and county buildings.
If you need professional repair and courteous service, contact the experts of A-1 Fire Equipment Co. The highly trained staff will be able to diagnose any problem. The business’ service is unbeatable. A-1 Fire Equipment Co. offers sales, service and installation on a wide variety of fire protection services for every application and has been striving since 1967 to be the best in the industry.
Co-Owners Andrew Long and Jacob English and team look forward to serving you for all your fire protection needs. Learn more online at www.a-1fire.com.
A-1 Fire Equipment Co is a longtime dedicated supporter of the Chamber of Commerce. Kudos to this Business of the Month!
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Be the next member in the spotlight! Send your submission to news@tclmchamber.com for inclusion in an upcoming issue. (Maximum 200 words)
3202 Main Street, La Marque 409-744-4438
10 | Chamber Express | February 2023 Mainland 409-935-2496 Metro 281-337-5634 Island 409-765-5883 www.alexsair.com TACLA 15714C 2425 SH 146 North • Texas City 409-945-4461 • Fax 409-945-8479 • Email: tctrr.com No. 4 In Texas No. 10 in U.S. Gulf Coast No. 15 in U.S. Nationwide PORT OF TEXAS CITY Texas City Terminal Railway Company Port Authority 12302 Hwy. 6, Santa Fe • 409-925-1021 Yvonne Chatelain Owner/Broker SERVING ALL OF THE MAINLAND For Personal Service Let the “SUNRISE TEAM” help you with all your Real Estate needs. We are the Real Estate Professionals for all Your Real Estate Needs www.crowderfuneralhome.com Traditional Funeral Services • Cremation Specialists • Pre-Need Arrangements • Monuments • Headstones Celebrating 63 Years of Service MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS A big THANK YOU to these businesses for their long-standing support of the chamber and this community. Renewals from Dec. 10, 2022 to Jan. 20, 2023. Joseph Hoover AIA & Associates 66 Crescent Electric and Industrial I&E 62 Trey Industries, Inc. 62 The Galveston County Daily News .................. 61 Cook Ford ................................................................. 61 United Way Galveston County Mainland 61 James Crowder Funeral Home 58 College of the Mainland 56 Dunn Heat Exchangers Inc ................................. 55 Emken-Linton Funeral Home ............................ 54 Valero Texas City Refinery ................................... 49 Great Western Valve, Inc. 48 Standard Steel Supply L.P. 48 Triplex, Inc. 48 Texas City Independent School District ........ 47 Bohn’s Building Materials ................................... 46 Piling, Inc. ................................................................. 45 Roberts, Johnson & Cain 43 Mainland Tool & Supply, Inc. 43 TNMP 43 Walton Roofing ...................................................... 43 Bradshaw’s Florist, Inc. ......................................... 42 Action Personnel, Inc. .......................................... 41 Sunrise Realty 41 Del Papa Distributing 41 Texas First Bank 41 Karat Creations Jewelry ....................................... 41 Lyons & Plackemeier PLLC .................................. 38 Affolter Contracting Co., Inc. 36 Republic Industrial and Energy Services 36 ROBCO Services 36 Stewart Title Company 35 Enterprise Products .............................................. 34 Alex’s Air Conditioning ........................................ 34 D. Michael Bartholomew, P.C. 34 Swagelok Texas Mid-Coast 33 Moody Bank 32 Mitchell Chuoke Plumbing, Inc. 32 Linde Inc. .................................................................. 30 Wellby Financial ..................................................... 30 Chemical Process & Production 27 Wholesale Electric Supply Co. 25 South Land Title, LLC 25 Catering by Benno ................................................ 24 Gringo’s Mexican Kitchen ................................... 24 TDECU ........................................................................ 22 Company Years Since Join Date Carnes Funeral Home 19 Manuel’s Yard Service 18 Edward Jones Investments - Hank Harrity 16 Super 8 Motel.......................................................... 15 Terraza Mexican Bar & Grill ................................. 15 Turbo Non Destructive Testing, Inc. ................ 14 Sprint Waste Services, L.P. 14 Turner Industries Group, LLC 14 Pam Schwertner 14 Houston Hurricane & Security Products 13 Gulf Coast Water Authority 12 Custom Air Products and Services, Inc. ......... 12 Congressman Randy Weber .............................. 12 Chapman’s Front End & Brakes ......................... 10 Wellnow Health Occupational/ St. Elizabeth UCFP 9 World Gym 8 Primero Industrial Services, Ltd. 8 RE/MAX Cherished Properties 7 Willow Creek Golf Shop 7 Waste Management ................................................ 6 Stronghold Ltd. ......................................................... 5 Waste Connections 5 Industrial Commissioning Consultants International ( ICCI )............................... 4 Endeavors ................................................................... 3 Senior Share Program of Galveston County Inc. .. 3 Ameriprise Financial ................................................ 3 Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau 2 BNO Construction, LLC 2 Air Products 2 Santa Fe Texas Education Foundation 2 Higginbotham ........................................................... 2 Senior Living Properties/ Seabreeze Nursing & Rehab. ................................... 2 Anchored Real Estate Team LLC .......................... 2 Beyond Burger 1 Townplace Suites by Marriott Galveston Island 1 Armstrong Medical Group 1 The Chosen Ones Outreach Ministries of Galveston, Inc. .................................. 1 PNC Bank .................................................................... 1 Company Years Since Join Date Company Years Since Join Date Company Years Since Join Date
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
Christine Wade UTMB Health
Andrew Warren Ashland
Adam Wheeless Gallant Builders
Chamber Staff
Tim Culp, Interim President/CEO
Stefanie Aldrich, Vice President
Lauren Kaiser, Director of Operations
Marielle Mascorro, Director of Communications
Bianca Jenson, Director of Member Services
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 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.
February 2023 | Chamber Express | 11 RENT • SALES • REPAIR 2830 TEXAS AVENUE TEXAS CITY 409-948-4497 MAINLAND T O O L MAINLAND TOOL Store Hours: Mon-Fri: 7am-6pm 24 Hour Call Out Service Available MAINLANDTOOL.COM
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1973 Thank you for supporting us the last 50 years. We can't wait to serve you, your family, and your business for years to come. www.texasf irst.bank Our Crystal Beach employees volunteered their time
Helping Texans Build Texas® since
® BEAUMONT GALVESTON HOUSTON Banking Centers with ATMs Banking Centers Stand Alone ATMs TEXAS FIRST BANK’S GOLDEN TRIANGLE Presorted Standard U.S. Postage PAID Texas City, TX Permit No. 12 RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED
Mary Ellen and Chuck Doyle present students in Galveston County with annual scholarship checks through the LEADS program.
