Chamber Express June 2022

JUNE 2022 INSIDE THIS ISSUE Business Spotlight: Zel’s Massage and Fitness Zone/ New members ��3 Women in Business photos ��4 Leadership Mainland photos ��5 Business Showcase and Taste of the Town photos ��6 Ribbon cuttings and groundbreakings ��8 Business of the Month: Guaranteed Rooﬁng and Remodeling ��9 Membership renewals ��10 Board of Directors ��11 The ofﬁcial publication of the Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce O n Wednesday, July 20, the Texas City-La Marque Chamber will host the annual State of Industry business luncheon, featur- ing updates from leaders of several local industrial plants. The luncheon will be held at the Doyle Con- vention Center from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. This community has been a strategic partner to the petrochemical indus- try 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 pet- rochemical jobs in Texas City-La Marque. The city and community proudly support the local indus- tries in their endurance and expansion. Attend this luncheon to hear updates on safety, performance, ESG and more. Plus, enjoy network- ing with leaders from the local business community and elected ofﬁcials. The Chamber thanks the following sponsors for making this event possi- ble (as of June 2): A&A Machine & Fabrication, City of Texas City, Dow, Dunn Heat Exchangers, Eastman, Marathon, TNMP and Valero. Tickets are $25 per per- son or $250 for a reserved table of eight. Luncheon Sponsors receive a re- served table, recognition at the event,and print and online publicity for $1,000. To make reservations or for more information, con- tact Chamber Operations & Events Manager Stefanie Aldrich at 409-935-1408 or stefanie@TCLMchamber. com. Hear about the ‘State of Industry’ from local leaders2 | Chamber Express | June 2022 Bonded & Insured With 10-Year Craftmanship Guarantee Most roofs removed & replaced in just one day! 409-945-6920 A Texas General Contractor WWW.ROOFINGTEXAS.COM FAMILY-FOCUSED FOR OVER 41 YEARS! Ofﬁce Manager, Tori Cristan, with her son WileyJune 2022 | Chamber Express | 3 WELCOME NEW MEMBERSBUSINESS SPOTLIGHT Z el’s Massage & Fitness Zone is a full-service medical spa and ﬁtness center providing pre- mium quality services to customers in the Texas City, TX area. We are dedi- cated to top-tier services that enhance your look and ﬁt your personal style. We strive to provide our customers with affordable prices. Our Services are handled by our personal trainers, massage specialists, and contouring specialists. Zel’s Massage & Fitness zone offers the following: Body contouring, cool sculpting, deep tissue massages, preg- nancy massages, lymphatic massages, non-surgical skin tightening, Brazilian but lift, personal training and facials. If you are coming to us as a cus- tomer, prepare to experience the ut- most quality service from the moment you enter our medical spa to the moment you leave. Our trained and knowledgeable specialists will make every effort to accommodate you. Our seasoned staff has years of pro- fessional experience, treating every customer with the care and courtesy they deserve. For more information about our services, contact Zel’s Massage & Fitness Zone by calling 409-789-7883 or www.zelswellness.com. Our ad- dress is 2501 Palmer Hwy, Texas City. Follow us on Instagram for monthly specials @Zelmassageﬁtnesszone. Be the next member in the spotlight! Send your submission to news@tclmchamber.com for inclusion in an upcoming issue. (Maximum 200 words) Zel’s Massage and Fitness Zone A+ OCD Sparkly Cleaning 409-500-4601 Representative: Rebecca Nallie Cardenas www.aplusocdcleaningservice.com aocdsparklyclean@gmail.com Janitorial, Commercial Cleaning, Maintenance Beauty Exposed 10000 Emmett F. Lowry Expy, Suite 51, Texas City, TX 77591 409-502-1921 Representative: Elisa Silva www.facebook.com/Beautyexbyelisa beautyexposed99@gmail.com Beauty Shop & Spa Clear Lake Medical Group-Mainland 6807 Emmett F. Lowry Expy, Suite 106 Texas City, TX 77591 281-486-7900 Representative: Hannah Waggett www.clearlakemed.com Hannah.Waggett@HCAhealthcare.com Health & Wellness Evergreen North America Industrial Services 704 Old Underwood Rd, La Porte, TX 77571 281-478-5800 Representative: Thomas Roach www.enais.com troach@evergreenes.com Industrial Cleaning Pharaoh Health and Rehab 832-523-4663 Representative: Dr. Ahmed Soliman www.pharchiro.com pharchiro@gmail.com Chiropractor - Mobile Species Gym Texas City 702 9th Ave N, Texas City, TX 77590 210-485-9528 Representative: Erin Clymer speciesgym.texascity@gmail.com Fitness Center The Penny Foundation 1109 Cora St, La Marque, TX 77568 713-834-7279 Representative: Kathy Kidd www.thepennyfoundationinc.org Kathy.kidd@gmail.com Non-Proﬁt Organization Upscale Lounge on 6th 524 6th St N, Texas City, TX 77590 409-359-3019 Representative: Janet Morris www.upscaleloungeon6th.com info@upscaleloungeon6th.com Bar/Lounge4 | Chamber Express | June 2022 WOMEN IN BUSINESS T he Women in Business net- working group met May 26 and heard from guest speaker Christine Wade from UTMB Health-League City. The theme was “The Power of Self Care!” Prior to Wade’s current role as Administrator at the UTMB League City Campus and Associ- ate Chief Nursing and Patient Care Ofﬁcer, she has served in multiple roles at UTMB, such as Interim Vice President, Health System Opera- tions and Director of Patient Care Services and Assistant Chief Nursing Ofﬁcer. In addition to support services, Wade oversees two emergency departments, including a Level I Trauma Center, Level I Burn Center, two medical surgical units, intensive care, periop- erative services, house supervisors, stafﬁng ofﬁce and the designated emerging infectious dis- ease biocontainment unit and program — which she created. Wade joined UTMB in 2012 and has spent most of her career managing high-volume trauma cen- ters. She holds a master’s degree in nursing from Columbia University and is enrolled in the doctor- al program at University of Texas-Arlington. She is considered an expert in the ﬁeld of emergency nursing. She is actively involved in extensive domestic and interna- tional health care volun- teerism and emergency relief. She has worked on more than 14 interna- tional medical missions. She has completed a Leadership Fellowship with American Essentials Hospitals. Wade is also involved with the Amer- ican Heart Association and is an active board member of the Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce. Christine spoke at the luncheon about how she manages career demands and personal wellness. Every woman in atten- dance was able to share what steps they take to further their self-care needs. The next Women in Business event will be June 16 with the theme “The Power of Participa- tion,” sponsored by East- man. Featured speakers will be Leslie Ornelas and Pam Schwertner. Find full details and reserve a seat online at www.TCLM chamber. com under “Events.” Women in Business are having a powerful yearJune 2022 | Chamber Express | 5 L eadership Mainland partici- pants spent a day touring local city government facilities in La Marque and Texas City. They were welcomed by Mayor Dedrick Johnson and city staff in Texas City, then toured the Texas City Museum, Davison Home, Bay Street Park, shooting range, Grand Cay Harbour, the Biosphere & Pump Station and the Emergency Operations Center. They heard from Police Chief Joe Stanton while enjoying lunch at the Texas City Police Department. Next, they were welcomed by Mayor Keith Bell and City Council in La Marque. The group visited the La Marque Public Library and Highland Bayou Park. This was an eye-opening session for these up-and-coming leaders to learn about all the operations administered by local government agencies. To learn more about this program, visit TCLMchamber.com. Leadership in city government LEADERSHIP MAINLAND6 | Chamber Express | June 2022 BUSINESS SHOWCASE AND TASTE OF THE TOWN M ore than 40 exhibitors, 10 sponsors, 12 restaurants and 400 guests combined to make the 2022 Business Showcase + Taste of the Town a remarkable success. Everyone enjoyed getting to visit with dozens of local businesses and sample delicious food at the event. Thank you to presenting sponsors AMOCO Federal Credit Union and Mainland City Centre, all other spon- sors, the Golden Division volunteers and the amazing exhibitors who made this new event possible.June 2022 | Chamber Express | 7RIBBON CUTTINGS AND GROUNDBREAKINGS Launch of New Corporate Name Advario (formerly Oiltanking) 2800 Loop 197 S., Texas City, TX 77590 409-797-1700 Representative: Jim Brumley tammy.kerr@oiltanking.com www.advario.com Bulk Liquids Terminal - Marine and Overland Groundbreaking Frost Bank 2831 Palmer Hwy, Texas City, TX 77590 Representative: Aric Owens www.frostbank.com Aric.Owens@frostbank.com Banks Grand Re-Opening Grandpa Rosario’s Pizza & Pasta 3202 13th Ave N., Texas City, TX 77590 409-948-3271 Representative: Laurie Paganucci www.rosariosﬂyingpizza.com grandparosariotc@gmail.com Restaurant Grand Opening Pallet Bar & Grill 701 6th St N., Texas City, TX 77590 832-547-5779 Representative: Eric Torres eatorr72@gmail.com Restaurant Grand Opening of Escape Rooms Terror Isle Adventures 518 6th St N., Texas City, TX 77590 409-457-3363 Representative: Craig Watt www.terrorisle.com craig@terrorisle.com Entertainment/Team-Building 8 | Chamber Express | June 2022June 2022 | Chamber Express | 9 BUSINESS OF THE MONTH F or more than 41 years, Guaran- teed Rooﬁng and Remodeling has had the honor of serving the community as a Texas General Contractor. The business’ rooﬁng services include maintenance, repair and replacement. Construction services include siding, windows, carports, patio covers and more. Whatever your need may be, give Guaranteed Rooﬁng & Remodeling a call! The company is proud to be part of a supportive group that continues to promote and help this business grow. What was once a one-man show has evolved into a family legacy. The company has the people of Texas City and La Marque to thank for that. Guaranteed Rooﬁng & Remodeling is a long- time dedicated support- er of the Chamber of Commerce and many community events. Huge thanks to this Business of the Month! Learn more online at www.rooﬁngtexas.com. GUARANTEED ROOFING AND REMODELING 2401 25th Ave N. Texas City, TX 77590 409-945-2969Next >