JULY 2021 INSIDE THIS ISSUE Business of the month �������������3 New members/ Ribbon cuttings �������������������������4 Golden Division ��������������������������5 The Galveston County Community Job Fair �����������������6 Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives Conference ������������7 Shrimp Boil ����������������������������������8 Leadership Mainland ���������������9 Membership renewals �����������10 Board of Directors �������������������11 The official publication of the Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce Chamber announces the 2021 Women in Leadership Awards To help recognize and honor women who are key to the success of local organizations, the chamber is launching a new awards program called the Women in Leadership Awards (WILA). The WILA program is being led by a steer- ing committee from the chamber’s Women in Business networking group. Honorees will be recognized for integrity, passion, humility, empa- thy, for fostering collab- orations, being a servant leader, uplifting others and adding value to their organizations. Six award recipients will be selected in the categories of: Large Business, Small Business, Woman-Owned Business, Education, Nonprofit/ Volunteer and Young Professional (under 40). The awards will be an- nounced at a celebratory luncheon Wednesday, Sept. 15, at the Doyle Convention Center. There will be exciting promo- tions in The Galveston County Daily News and video tributes that will be showcased live and on social media/online platforms. A portion of the pro- ceeds of this event will be donated in the name of each award winner to a 501(C)3 nonprofit orga- nization of their choice. As a valued communi- ty partner and chamber member, you are invited to consider submitting a nomination for a woman who has made a signifi- cant contribution to your organization. Or ,in the case of a young profes- sional, a woman who is making a difference right now. This award will not only honor key women in local organizations, but also inspire others to strive for excellence in their professional and personal lives. Nominations are due by 5 p.m., July 21. Special thanks to these event sponsors: AMOCO Federal Credit Union, City of Texas City, East- man, UTMB Health and Valero. If you are interested in joining the list of WILA Sponsors to help recog- nize women leaders in the community, contact Chamber President Page Michel at 409-935-1408 or president@texascity chamber.com. Scan the QR code to fill out the nomination form�2 | Chamber Express | July 2021 Jim ‘On-Time-Thibodeaux’ - Roofing Specialist 409-945-6920 When you’re buying or selling real estate, whether it be residential or commercial, experience matters and you certainly want experienced professionals on your side when you head to the closing table. South Land Title Company has been serving Texas City-La Marque for over 25 years. We are here to assist lenders, realtors, builders, investors and residents with every type of Real Estate transaction. When you close on your next property, go with the experts at South Land Title Company. Protecting the property rights of Texas City-La Marque! Experience Matters! www.SouthLandTitle.net 409.986.5801 - 10806 32nd Ave N, Texas City, TX 77591July 2021 | Chamber Express | 3 BUSINESS OF THE MONTH LAND AND SEA SERVICES 1900 Oak St. La Marque, TX 77568 409-935-9466 www.landandseaservices.com Representatives: Larry Alexander, co-owner Chris Cotter, co-owner Land and Sea is a local fami- ly-owned business that has been in operation since 1993. Larry Alexander and Chris Cotter first started as diesel mechanics, specializing in marine repairs. The business quickly grew to a well-respected company, specializ- ing in marine diesel engine/trans- missions, marine generator sales and service, home emergency stand-by generator sales and ser- vice, salvage recovery and disaster operations. In this capacity, Land and Sea Services can sell, service and perform warranty on most major brands of engines, trans- missions and generators. Having a full operational fleet allows the mechanics to travel to any area for diagnoses, repairs or installation.4 | Chamber Express | July 2021 WELCOME NEW MEMBERS Baumgartner Law Firm 6711 Cypress Creek Pkwy. Houston, TX 77069 281-587-1111 greg@baumgartnerlawyers.com Representative: Greg Baumgartner Law/Professional Big Phil’s Soul & Creole Cafe 10000 Emmett F. Lowry Expy. Texas City, TX 77591 409-497-5374 bigphils_soulcreole@yahoo.com Representative: Phil Palmer, owner Restaurant Energy Rental Solutions 4300 Rice Drier Rd. Houston, TX 77581 281-416-9604 corey.guajardo@ers-cat.com Representative: Corey Guarjardo, account manager Equipment Rental & Sales Gulf Coast Transit District 1415 33rd Street N. Texas City, TX 77590 800-266-2320 sholmes@gulfcoasttransitdistrict.com Representative: Shayla Holmes, administrative assistant Transportation Hempel (USA) Inc . 4800 Railroad St. Deer Park, TX 77536 281-479-7239 lesc@hempel.com Representative: Lee Schultz, Inside Sales Rep. Industrial Coatings Higginbotham 1400 FM 528, Suite F Webster, TX 77598 713-439-5233 smiller@higginbotham.net Representative: Shaina Miller, Employee Benefits Consultant Insurance Houston Dynamics Service 8150 Lawndale Houston, TX 77012 832-457-5517 Representative: Mike O’Malley Rotating Equipment Repairs Mrs. Paula’s Cookies & More 832-932-5948 miss.paula@live.com Representative : Paula Villeneuve, owner Catering Post Acute Medical 110 E. Medical Center Blvd. Webster, TX 77598 281-520-5007 ejohnson@pamrehab.com Representative: Erin Johnson, Director of Strategic Initiatives and Integration Health Services RGTC Mobile Lab Service 2000 25th Ave. N, Suite 109 Texas City, TX 77590 409 526-5237, 877-840-8374 rgtcmobilelabsrvc@gmail.com Representative: Rhonda Gray, owner Drug Testing Superior Bus Truck & Equipment Rental 415 Texas Ave. Texas City, TX 77590 409-229-1212 ben@superiorrentals.org Representatives: Ben Rice, President Sidney Rice, Vice President Welerson Fernandes, Vice President Equipment Rental & Sales, Bus Sales & Rentals RIBBON CUTTINGS Big Phil’s Soul & Creole Cafe 10000 Emmett F. Lowry Expy.,Texas City, TX 409-497-5374 www.facebook.com/bpsoulcreolecafe Phil Palmer, Owner Art of Coffee 405 Laurel St., La Marque, TX 409-229-7105 www.ArtofCoffeeTX.com Bill Minak and Jimmy Sims, OwnersJuly 2021 | Chamber Express | 5 SERVICING YOU IS A PLEASURE 409-948-4589 My clients say I am their “Favorite Realtor”. Over forty-three (43) years servicing Galveston County Wanda Ables Realtor ® /Broker Associate wmables@aol.com 822 6th Street North Texas City, TX 77590 409-771-4775 Cell 409-948-4589 Direct 409-948-2321 Fax Bacliff | Bayou Vista | Clear Lake Shores | Dickinson | Friendswood | Hitchcock | Kemah | La Marque | League City | San Leon | Santa Fe | Texas City | Tiki Island www.uwgcm.org | (409) 948-4211 | 922 14th St. N. | PO Box 3098 | Texas City, TX 77592 LIVE UNITED UNITED WAY FIGHTS FOR THE HEALTH, EDUCATION AND FINANCIAL STABILITY OF EVERY PERSON IN EVERY COMMUNITY www.uwgcm.org | (409) 948-4211 | 2800 Texas Avenue | PO Box 3098 | Texas City, TX 77592 The Chamber Golden Division (retiree volunteers) met after a year-long hiatus, and everyone at the chamber was so happy to see them again. GOLDEN DIVISION6 | Chamber Express | July 2021July 2021 | Chamber Express | 78 | Chamber Express | July 2021 HOT HEADS AND SIZZLING TAILS… IT’S SHRIMP BOIL TIME AGAIN! The smell of succulent shrimp, the lure of cold beer on a hot summer evening and the exciting sounds of live music will soon fill the air at the Texas City-La Marque Chamber’s annual Shrimp Boil. The Shrimp Boil will start at 6 p.m., Friday, Aug. 20 at Nessler Park in Texas City. Young, old and everyone in between agree, the Shrimp Boil is a night to re- lax and have a good time while visiting with friends, colleagues and neighbors. The Shrimp Boil is a favorite tradition of the community that has been held for more than 40 years, and it draws a crowd of almost 1,000 people every year. Back by popular demand, Kevin Bo- gard and team from Marathon will pre- pare spicy Jambalaya. It will have that true Cajun taste as James Bergeron and crew prepare the Shrimp and fixins’. Entertainment for the evening is The Line Up. Most native Galvestonians remember the first time they saw The Line Up. Newcomers will love their sound. Led by founding member Willy Gon- zales, The Line Up was formed almost 30 years ago as a five-piece ensemble. “We were all from different bands, it really was an all-star lineup,” Gonzales said. “In fact, that is how we got the name.” Assembled as the house band of Hennessy’s, a popular local nightspot at the time, the band soon began to land gigs outside the club and reverted to a three-piece for performances. “We have been a three-piece ever since,” Gonzales said. Although band members changed a few times, current bassist Stacy Cook has been with The Line Up since 1996, and Jeff Pennington, lead guitarist, has been with the band for more than 25 years. With each band member’s unique background and talent, The Line Up is a cross-section of cultures and genres. “There is not one type of music that anyone in this band likes enough to play all the time,” Gonzales said. “We like the stuff that is timeless, and we play it all.” Advance tickets are $25 and can be purchased at the chamber office and at local banks and credit unions. Tickets are $30 per person at the event. The ticket price includes a shrimp dinner with corn, potatoes, jambalaya, water, soft drinks and live musical entertain- ment. Beer will be available for pur- chase. Hot dog meals will be available for kids for $5, including chips, cookie and a drink. Special thanks to the Tex- as City Rotary Club for preparing the hot dog meals! “We look forward to seeing everyone at the Shrimp Boil,” said Page Michel, chamber president. “Just bring an ap- petite and an ear for good music and be ready to have a great time.” Get tickets and plan to enjoy this “end of summer” event. For more information about the 2021 Shrimp Boil, or to purchase tickets in advance, contact the Texas City-La Marque Chamber at 409-935-1408. Tickets will also be sold at the door for $30. “The shrimp boats are coming, their sails are in sight. Shrimp boats are coming, there’s dancin’ tonight.” JO STAFFORDJuly 2021 | Chamber Express | 9 LEADERSHIP MAINLAND Over the past couple of months, the 2021 Leader- ship class has been exploring law enforcement, city and county operations, and economic development. There has been presentations at the County Court- house, City of La Marque facilities, Mainland City Centre and more. The session in July will focus on Health Care and Human Services. For more information about the Leadership Main- land program, contact Chamber President Page Michel at president@texascitychamber.com.Next >