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GROW & MARKET A VIBRANT REGIONAL ECONOMY
THE HOUSTON PORT REGION IS ONE OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL INDUSTRIAL & LOGISTIC HUBS IN THE WORLD.
The geographic location provides global access for both goods and people. From Port Houston to a host of multi-national entities doing business around the clock, the Houston Port region is where you want to be to connect your business to the world.
A powerhouse largely due to our business-friendly climate as well as access to world-class infrastructure and a talented workforce that crosses production, maritime and an array of logistic expertise.
Ideal hub for companies that need worldwide distribution for their products. Access is aided by our world-class infrastructure that supplies workers, minimizes time, transportation, and distribution costs domestically and internationally.
Through our policy work we strengthen our economic development assets, transportation infrastructure, workforce development partners, and investment protections.

The Houston Port region continues to stand as one of the world’s most powerful engines of economic growth—and that progress is made possible by you.
Over the past 15 years, the region has secured 87 successful projects, creating 4,725 new jobs and generating more than $19.5 billion in capital investment. While the pace of growth has moderated from historic highs, our trajectory remains strong and forward-looking, reflecting the resilience and competitiveness of our regional economy.
Thanks to the collective efforts of our members, partners, and staff, the Economic Alliance advanced our key initiatives this past year:
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT - Supported three project wins that resulted in 31 new direct jobs and $325 million in capital investment, while also supporting 1,007 indirect jobs, $314 million in labor income, and generating a one-time economic impact of $235 million.
PRIORITIES FOR GROWTH - A leadership delegation represented the Houston Port region in Washington, D.C., holding 34 meetings with Senate, Congressional, and association leaders to advance federal policy priorities. We also compiled and presented state policy priorities during the 89th Texas Legislative Session.
INFRASTRUCTURE UPGRADES - Working alongside the Texas House Speaker and TxDOT, we advocated for the study, funding, and redevelopment of SH 225, I-610, and all eight Beltway direct connectors—the transportation corridors most critical to our region’s long-term success.
MARKETING CAREER PATHWAYS - Continued to promote career opportunities in petrochemical, maritime, logistics, construction, and manufacturing fields. Through 57 presentations and campus visits, we reached 3,875 students and influencers, supported by 103 volunteers and participating companies.
COMMUNITY BEAUTIFICATION - Through a matching grant in partnership with the San Jacinto Texas Historic District, we supported projects that enhance public safety, beautification, and community engagement.
OUTLOOKS & FORECASTS - Our thought leadership efforts included nine events that drew 3,240 attendees, with an average of 360 participants per event, providing timely insight into key trends and challenges facing our industries.
None of this work happens without your support. Your investment in the Economic Alliance strengthens collaboration, deepens partnerships, and helps ensure long-term growth for the Houston Port region.
We encourage you to share these accomplishments with prospective members who can benefit from—and contribute to—our diverse and well-connected organization.
Thank you for your continued commitment and leadership.

Charles Neal, Chairman General Manager - PVOH, Kuraray America, Inc.



ONE OF THE LARGEST GROWTH ENGINES OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY IN THE WORLD
SOME OF THE HIGHEST STANDARDS OF LIVING IN TEXAS

1.5M
TEXAS JOBS
3.4M
U.S. JOBS
Economic Alliance Houston Port Region is a non-profit business-led organization whose mission for over 35 years has been to grow a vibrant regional economy through economic development.
Economic growth is supported by Public Policy, Workforce Development, Transportation/ Infrastructure, Quality of Life and Thought Leadership initiatives.
PUBLIC POLICY
Identifying and advocating on issues of Houston Port region significance.
TRANSPORTATION/INFRASTRUCTURE
Building consensus on transportation & infrastructure projects for TxDOT.
Closing the skilled worker gap and connecting economic opportunities to impact equity.
QUALITY OF LIFE
Supporting community enhancement and impact projects.

Producing events around topics and issues relevant to industry along the Gulf Coast.
Economic development is not viewed in isolation; our initiatives work together to enhance economic opportunity and establish a dynamic framework for quality growth in the Houston Port region.
Since 2008, the Economic Alliance has supported 87 successful projects that have helped create 4,725 new jobs and over $19.5 billion of capital investment to the Houston Port Region.
87 5
PROJECT WINS PROJECTS A YEAR
$19.5B 4,725
CAPITAL INVESTMENT JOBS CREATED
ECONOMIC ALLIANCE PROJECT WINS
Jobs and Capital Investment by Year ‘08 - ‘25

Professional assistance to companies to navigate the expansion process and facilitation of solutions for development.

Conduct real estate searches.
Participate in and coordinate site-selection tours.
Facilitate access to data.
Provide guidance in evaluating State and Local incentives, permitting and workforce programs.
Advocate for projects and mobilize key members/allies to overcome any project issues and ensure success.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SERVICES SUPPORTED
3 Wins - $325M in capital investment - 31 direct jobs within major Petrochemical operations & support services.
1,007

Buildout and upgrades at their Chemical Blending/Stabilizer facility.


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2025 FEDERAL POLICY PRIORITIES
Leadership team of local Elected Officials, Business Organizations & Associations, Port Houston Maritime Advocates, Educational Partners, and Private Sector.
34 meetings in April 2025 were held with Senate, Congressional & Association representatives, along with an Orientation Dinner & Congressional Reception to discuss the Houston Port region’s Federal Policy Priorities. 1. Port Houston Improvements 2.




LEADERSHIP TEAM - 40




Identifying, prioritizing & promoting issues of Houston Port Region significance. ADVOCATING WITH STATE REPRESENTATIVES
Member input improving our economic development assets, transportation infrastructure, workforce development entities & investment protections.
Study and plan transportation projects in the Houston Port region that acknowledge:
Current and Future Regional Growth and Investments
Safety Concerns and Movement of Residents and Workers
Efficient Movement of Maritime Freight/Cargo
Enhanced Evacuation Routes
Upgrades to Aging Infrastructure




Focused on the need for accelerated project funding, long-term infrastructure investments, and coordinated regional planning to sustain jobs, exports, and our regional economic impact.

SH225 REDEVELOPMENT PLAN


Potential reconstruction of 225 to meet current design standards.

Study/design for the reconstruction and raising of the I-610E Ship Channel Bridge
BELTWAY 8 DIRECT CONNECTORS

Constructing 8 direct connectors at SH225 and Beltway 8 Ship Channel Bridge
SH225 OVERLAY

Re-paving of SH225 from Beltway 8 to East Boulevard
FACILITATING ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY AND EQUITY
Addressing job at trition, skill enhancement, and demand through workforce development activities.
PRESENTATIONS & SCHOOL VISITS 2025
57 4K 103 ISD PRESENTATIONS
STUDENTS & INFLUENCERS INDUSTRY VOLUNTEERS FROM 31 COMPANIES



STUDENTS & INFLUENCERS (2016 - 2025) PRESENTED TO
58,000 + + + + = $
TURNING INDUSTRY NEEDS INTO ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY
Leveraging the San Jacinto Texas Historic District (SJTHD).

Supported City of LaPorte signage project through a matching grant from SJTHD to encourage tourism and exploration.
Signs to assist in attracting drivers from outside La Porte, boosting visibility, and increasing visitors.
SJTHD QUALITY OF LIFE MATCHING GRANTS AWARDED
$128,000
AS OF 2025



KNOWLEDGE SHARING & THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
Topics relevant to industry along the Gulf Coast.

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP BANQUET

WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP LUNCHEON - JULY

ECONOMIC FORECAST -MARCH

INDUSTRIAL PROCUREMENT FORUM - NOVEMBER

WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP LUNCHEON - MARCH

WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP LUNCHEON - OCTOBER

INDUSTRIAL PROCUREMENT FORUM - JUNE

Provided members, industry leaders, and stakeholders opportunities to network, gain knowledge, and share information.
9 EVENTS AND ATTENDANCE 2025
360 ATTENDEES AVERAGE ATTENDANCE PER EVENT EVENTS
3.2K
ECONOMIC ALLIANCE’S LARGEST EVENT
Insights and forecasting by leaders of the Petrochemical, Manufacturing, Maritime, and Logistics industries along the Gulf Coast.

GULF COAST ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS

PETROCHEMICAL LEADERSHIP PANEL





THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2026 PASADENA CONVENTION CENTER

Task force meetings, member orientations, and/or other events to understand the value of an Economic Alliance membership.
8 TASK FORCES & INITIATIVES SUPPORTED BY MEMBER INVOLVEMENT
Facilitate new and expanded capital investment and job creation throughout the Houston Port Region.

Provide a forum that facilitates information sharing and promotion of workforce development initiatives to address the growing skilled workforce gap.

Enhance our region’s marketable image and quality of place, including assets to attract both tourists and corporate relocation.

Showcase female leaders in our industries and encourage an empowering dialogue on the success of female leadership in the industries they represent.


Identify and support transportation projects to accommodate rising freight demand in the economy and ensure safety and quality of life for citizens.

Provide a forum that facilitates information sharing and education on public policy issues affecting the Houston Port Region’s economic development.

Provide mechanisms for the education and development of regional businesses to sustain and grow regional commerce for our communities.
Bring industry, government, and community stakeholders together to hear regional information affecting the Houston Port Region.
The Economic Alliance is one of the most impactful and influential business organizations in Texas, driving economic development and quality of life in the Houston Port Region.
John Moseley, Chief Commercial Officer, Port Houston & Vice Chairman Economic Alliance Executive Board

Convening a large, trusted network and inviting you to be part of a talented, well-connected organization.





Expand your immediate circle of acquaintances and begin meeting new people in adjacent circles — and beyond. Become recognized as an active business member of a world class team within the Houston Port Region.
Align yourself with strategic initiatives that are making an impact on our regional economy and residents.
Gain knowledge and contribute to the information sharing and convening of industry leaders.
Leverage relationships and established communication channels to have issues heard.




















































Board Meeting – ONLY Board – Wednesday, February 18 – EA Board Room
Board & Membership Meeting – Wednesday, April 15 – TBD
Board & Membership Meeting – Wednesday, August 19 – Port Houston
EVENTS CALEN DAR

REGISTER/SPONSOR
Board & Membership Meeting - Wednesday, October 21 – Lee College – Rundell Hall
2026 EVENTS
FEBRUARY
Annual Membership Banquet: Thursday, February 12 – San Jacinto College – LyondellBasell CPET
Galentine’s Networking Social: Monday, February 16 – Whimsy’s Boutique & More
MARCH
Economic Update: Tuesday, March 17 – Lee College – Rundell Hall
D.C. Trip: Monday, March 23 – Thursday, March 26 – Washington D.C.
APRIL
Women’s Leadership Luncheon: Thursday, April 29 – San Jacinto College – LyondellBasell CPET
MAY
Industrial Procurement Forum: Thursday, May 21 – San Jacinto College – LyondellBasell CPET
JULY
Business Growth Event: July 9 - San Jacinto College – LyondellBasell CPET
Membership Orientation: Thursday, July 14 – Economic Alliance Board Room
Women’s Leadership Luncheon: Wednesday, July 29 – San Jacinto College – LyondellBasell CPET
SEPTEMBER
Gulf Coast Industry Forum: Thursday, September 17 - Pasadena Convention Center/Student Breakfast at CPET
OCTOBER
Women’s Leadership Luncheon: Wednesday, October 28 – San Jacinto College – LyondellBasell CPET
NOVEMBER
Galsgiving: TBD
Industrial Procurement Forum: Thursday, November 5 – San Jacinto College – LyondellBasell CPET
DECEMBER
Economic Alliance Annual Open House Christmas Party: Thursday, December 3 – Economic Alliance




CHAIR: Charles Neal, Kuraray America, Inc.
TREASURER: Christian Bionat, San Jacinto College


SECRETARY: Steve Cote, Brady, Chapman, Holland & Associates
VICE CHAIR: Ryan Sitton, Pinnacle
Buddy Tucker, Ohmstede Industrial Services Inc.
Michel Bechtel, Port Houston
Elizabeth Fazio Hale, Gulf Coast Authority
Jim Griffin, San Jacinto College - LyondellBasell
Center for Petrochemical, Energy & Technology
Katie Heckt, LJA Engineering
Kristi Claypool, Meador Staffing Services
Leonard A. Bedell, Mobil Steel International, Inc.
Russell Carter, Bohler Engineering
Rick Brown, Arkema
Janet Gonzales, Frost Bank
Aundrea Young, Competitive Choice
Brent Cockerham, Moody Bank
Dennis Winkler, Winkler Public Relations
Dr. Lynda Villanueva, Lee College
Gabriel Guzman, Shell Deer Park
Doug Sinitiere, Turner Industries
Mike Lykes, Harris County - Precinct 2
Mayor Charles Johnson, City of Baytown
Mayor Jerry Mouton, City of Deer Park
Mayor Esmeralda Moya, City of Galena Park
Mayor Ana Diaz, City of Jacinto City
Stephen Kelman, Wood
Jessica Pruneda, Enterprise Mobility
Richard Heath, TALKE USA
VICE CHAIR: Glenn Hayes, ExxonMobil
VICE CHAIR: John Moseley, Port Houston
Tiko Reynolds- Hausman, Harris County EDDO
Nancy Ojeda, La Porte EDC
Marcus Wilkins, Bartlett Cocke
Hazel Kassu, Sudduth Search
Daniel Mendelejis, Baystar Bayport Polymers
Wayne Webb, Stellar Bank
Thomas Reeves, City of Baytown
Melissa Wolkenhauer, Industry Business Roundtable
Rina Harris , CenterPoint Energy
Shareen Larmond, West Gulf Maritime Association
Ali MacLeod, BGE
Marcia Faschingbauer, Excargo Services Inc.
Mark Bookmyer, LyondellBasell
Dena Taylor, Kaneka
Corby Alexander, City of La Porte
Mayor Joey McWilliams, City of Mont Belvieu
Mayor Tim Harris, City of Morgan’s Point
Mayor Thomas Schoenbein, City of Pasadena
Mayor Kevin Cole, City of Pearland


VICE CHAIR: Arienne Brint, LyondellBasell
Will Lynch, Republic Services
Rebecca Elliott, PEMEX Deer Park
Frances Villangran-Glover, Houston Community College
Brad Allen, Teadit Group
Matt Asmus, Bendco Houston Pipe Benders
Lucas Bell, The Baldwin Group
Cathy Gill, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company
Nellie Baktashi Macaluso, Houston Methodist Hospital
Tom Nutbrown, Covestro
Violeta Vazquez, Houston City College
Mohamed Sameh, SESCO Terminals
JT Klahs, Pinnacle
Monica Beynaerts, Coastal Ice & Water
Captain Clint Winegar, Houston Pilots
Lindsey Boatman, Satterfield & Pontikes Construction, Inc.
Jeremy Osterberger, BIC Alliance
Mayor Jim Sweeney, City of Seabrook
Mayor David Jennings, City of Shoreacres
Mayor Joe Soto, City of South Houston
Mayor Jon Keeney, City of Taylor Lake Village
MEMBERSHIP GROWTH
Recent trends of member growth are impacted by our enhanced marketing, digital tools, economic development, policy, workforce development, and quality events.
Tangible benefits from referrals, member retention via active engagement and involvement highlight the value of Economic Alliance membership.
MEMBERSHIP GROWTH 5-YEAR PERIOD

39%
TOTAL MEMBERSHIP GROWTH































































AG&P Americas Inc.
Arkema Inc.
Association of Bayport Companies
Bartlett Cocke
Bayport Polymers, LLC (Baystar)
BGE
Blast Resource Group, LLC
Cima Services, LP
DSV Contract Logistics
Enterprise Mobility
Excargo Services
Frost Bank
Alliance Engineers and Project Consultants, LLC
Alston Construction
Anchor Bolt & Supply, LLC
Angler Construction
Associated Builders & Contractors of Houston
ATR Inc
Austin Fire Systems, LLC
BakerRipley
BASIC Equipment
Bay Area Houston Economic
Partnership
Bay Area Houston Transportation
Partnership - BAYTRAN
Beaed LP
Boral Agency
Brady, Chapman, Holland and Assoc.
Brewer Construction Services
Gulf Coast Authority
Houston Pilots Association
Industry Business Roundtable
Kaneka North America LLC
Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP
Lakewood Yacht Club
Lubrizol
Milestone Project Services LLC
Mitsubishi Chemical America, Inc.
Moody National Bank
National Property Holdings
Butler-Cohen
Clark Freight Lines Inc
Coastal Ice & Water LLC
Cooling Tower Depot, Inc
Cornerstone Government Affairs, Inc.
Craig & Heidt, Inc
Dunavant Trans Gulf Transportation & Distribution Group
E.E. Reed Construction, L.P.
Energy Edge
Ethox Chemicals, LLC
First Horizon Bank
GridStor, LLC
GSM-FUJI, LLC
Gulf Coast Limestone, Inc.
H+M Industrial EPC
Ham, Langston & Brezina, LLP
Hanson Professional Services
3rd Rock Renewables
3V Industrial, LLC
Aecon Industrial Construction Corporation
All About Business
Anchor Constructors, LLC
Arete Advisors
Armand Bayou Nature Center
Assurance Resources. Inc
Axis, Limited Liability Company
B&S Moving and Delivery LLC
Baird & Associates Ltd.
Bay Area Habitat For Humanity
Bay Area Houston Convention & Visitors Bureau
Calpine Energy Solutions
Communications Consultant
Del Mar Safety Solutions
East Harris County Empowerment Council
Economic Incentive Services, LLC
Edna Rice Executive Recruiters Inc.
Fire Security, Inc.
Gallant Builders
Galveston Bay Foundation
Gerflor Industrial Flooring
Greater Houston Partnership
Houlden Enterprises, LLC
Houston Wilderness
Houston Yacht Club
Hunter McKenzie LP
Industrial Tax Consulting
Integrity Compression Services, LLC
Jabrachy Enterprises, LLC
JEM Advisors
JIREH PRECISIONMACHINING LLC
Kinsey Management LLC
LaneMKTG
LGX Freight Solutions
Lighthouse Video Surveillance
LUCHO
Mackinnon and partners
Marketing Refresh
Meritum Consulting
Orion Group Holdings, Inc.
Packwell
Pinnacle
Pro Citrus Network
Satterfield & Pontikes Construction, Inc.
Sudduth Search
Tolunay-Wong Engineers, Inc.
TPC Group
UES
VLS Environmental Solutions
Wood
Hargrove Engineers + Constructors
Harris County Department of
Economic Equity and Opportunity
HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast
HDR Engineering, Inc.
Houston Fastener
Hunter Buildings
Huntington Bank
Industrial Safety Training Council
Invista
LEAMS: Law Enforcement
Administrative & Management Services
Lodge Lumber Co
Meador Staffing Services
New Industries, LLC
Ohmstede Industrial Services Inc.
Palms Hotel LLC
New Beginnings Sarah’s House
New York Bay Capital LLC
No More Carbon USA
Optimize Electric Inc.
Orange Show Center for Visionary Art
OVERSEA RESPONSE
Paradigm Steel Trading
PBI International
Project Joy and Hope
Project One Logistics
Qualified Properties, Inc.
Ridgeline Safety Services
Ritter Forest Products
Royal Harbor Partners, LLC
S&G’s, LLC Logistics Solutions
Sam Houston Area Council, BSA
San Jacinto River and Rail
SedCon Technologies
Shrum Industrial, LLC
Chambers County
Harris County
Port Houston
City of Baytown
City of Deer Park
City of Galena Park
City of Jacinto City
City of La Porte
City of Mont Belvieu
City of Morgan’s Point
City of Pasadena
City of Pearland
City of Seabrook
City of Shoreacres
City of South Houston
City of Taylor Lake Village
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
Pfeiffer and Son, Ltd.
Phelps State Farm Insurance
Ram Alloys, LLC
Robert Half Inc.
Southern Sound Systems Inc.
Sterling Crane USA
Swagelok Southeast Texas
Tarvos Talent
Termite Watkins Pest
Terracon
Texas First Bank
Texas Mutual Insurance Co
Third Coast
Total Tent Solutions
TRU Solutions
Union Pacific Railroad
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Vopak Exolum Houston, LLC
Sky High for Kids
SMART Group Houston
Stockstill & Associates
Strategic Public Affairs
Sunshine Kitchen
Texas Fluid Power
Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center (TMAC)
The Beta Foundation dba Beta Academy
The Bridge Over Troubled Waters, Inc.
The Gates at Main Steet/Linensndecor
The McDonnel Group
The Serrano Insurance Agency
Titan Industrial Storage, LLC
UBS Financial Services Inc.
Veterans Welding Supply, LLC
VIZION CRANE & INDUSTRIAL SUPPORT LLC
Watercare Innovations
Whitmire & Munoz LLC
Xtreme High Performance Coatings
East End Chamber of Commerce
Highlands-Lynchburg Chamber of Commerce
La Porte Chamber of Commerce
North Channel Chamber of Commerce
Pasadena Chamber of Commerce
Pearland Chamber of Commerce
South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce


















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The Houston port region plays a critical role in worldwide trade and commerce.

































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