Tune in as Amy Skicki tells us about how she landed the position as Executive Director at BayTran. She gives us some insight on the mission of BayTran, why transportation/infrastructure & advocating for our region is so important. Amy tells us about some upcoming events that they are putting on, State of the Counties, Galveston County Transportation Summit and a few more good things coming up. She gives us some details of the infrastructure bill and how some of the money has been allocated.

BayTran serves as the transportation management organization facilitating Regional Mobility Management for employers, government agencies and residents in the Bay Area Transportation Partnership Tri-County regional service area.

Amy also talks about her military background (Thank you Amy for your service!) as well as Back 2 Basic Training Foundation (B2BT) a nonprofit, honoring and empowering our heroes. https://www.backtobasictraining.org/

Be sure and thank a Veteran today for all they do and have done!

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Tune into Dr. Veronica Jammer, Department Chair Associate Degree Nursing at San Jacinto College & Katey Crackel, Director of Education & Staff Development at HCA South East. They tell us about their backgrounds and how they got where they are today. These are two wonderful ladies that share with us, information on the RN to BSN programs and what it has to offer. Take a listen to all the good things these two systems have to offer.

Thank a nurse today, for all of the hard work and care they give! You may make their day! Thank you Dr. Jammer & Katey for all that you do, you are both awesome!

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Tune in as Roger Pombrol, President, Emerald Standard Electrical Contractors & Engineers talks about how his company originated, how his father came to America as an immigrant, human refugee in 1966 and writing about his journey now. He tells us about how they've been in business for 20 years as of 2021. Roger gives some insight on a course over at University of Houston created for Construction Managers, with a high level of success. Mr. Pombrol tells us how small business, minatory & women owned businesses can succeed, and how hurdles can be overcome if entities come together. Roger also talks about being Chairman of the Board, National Association Minority Contractors (NAMC) Houston Chapter and what they are doing to help minorities advance and succeed in the industry.

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Tune in as Philippe Flichy, Regional President, Nexterus Houston tells us a little about his company and the position he holds. Nexterus is a full-service supply chain technology and management company offering customized solutions for businesses and long-term success. He talks about supply and demand, truck driver & chassis shortage, as well as many other great supply chain topics. Stick around and listen to his ideas and valuable input. We appreciate him being on!

Reach out to Philippe directly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flichy/

Nexterus Houston: https://nexterushouston.com/

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Tune into the Women In Alliance Committee Chairman Melinda Torrison, President & COO, Meador Staffing Services, Wendy Ghormley, Sr. Vice President, Texas Advantage Community Bank. Melinda and Wendy tell us about how they got where they are today. They give some valuable information about the Women’s Leadership Luncheon events that Economic Alliance Houston Port Region holds three times a year, and the wonderful speakers Women In Alliance gain, and much more.

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Tune in as State Representative Ana Hernandez explains why serving district 143 is so important to her. How she got started, at such a young age. She tells how she balances law practice, legislative services and most important, Family. Did you know she is a local, here in the Pasadena area? She talks about "a day in the life of" Ana as state representative. Quite an amazing & busy lady!

Get involved, come up to Austin & participate, sign up for alerts, voice your opinion! This is key for the legislative process. They will not be back in session until January 2023, but she encourages the community to get involved.  https://house.texas.gov/

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Tune in as Dennis Winkler, COO, Winkler Public Relations talks about public policy, how Economic Alliance Houston Port Region's public policy task force and members along with close relationships with elected officials are vital parts of our voices being heard, thereby, our economic needs being met. He explains how the chemical industry plays a very important role in our daily lives and how the industry changed the way they did business over the last few years, switching what they produce to help during the pandemic. Dennis speaks of the major legislative win, Project 11 – the widening and deepening of the Houston Ship Channel and how Economic Alliance had a lot to do with this win. He gives us a little insight into 2022 redistricting as well as an award that Commissioner Adrian Garcia and he himself won, given by East Harris County Manufacturing Association " the Exceptional Partner Award". Well deserved!

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Tune in as Margaret Kidd talks about talks about her background, how she started off on Wall Street and midlife wanted to do something a little more meaningful. Now she runs the Supply Chain and Logistics Technology program at University of Houston. Margaret also serves on the Advisory Board for East End Chamber of Commerce and Houston Maritime Center Museum. She talks about supply chain issues, possible solutions, and a need for digital infrastructure in the US port system. She tells how she gives back to the community by helping others to make a better life for themselves as well as their children.

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Tune into Episode 2 with our Sponsor Shell’s very own Jessica Blackmore, Corporate Relations Advisor at the Deer Park Chemicals Facility. Jessica gives us some valuable insight on what’s going on at their facility and Shell around the community. Find out what this location produces and why their product is so important to each and every one of us! She talks about the $2.1M funding that was awarded by Shell to 3 great community causes. Find out about the history of the Deer Park location!

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Tune in as we kick off Season 7 with Chad Burke, President & CEO and Chad Carson, Vice President Economic Development at Economic Alliance Houston Port Region. They give a recap of 2021, from Economic Development Wins, Public Policy & Transportation Advocacy, Workforce Development Accomplishments, Quality of Life Partnerships, Event Highlights, and everything in between. They also address the important initiatives Economic Alliance is working on for 2022.

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