At our recent Annual Meeting, members adopted the 2025 Work Plan, Budget, and Leadership Slate. Victoria Greene provided an in-depth analysis of the current market climate, and valuable insights were shared in an engaging Q&A with membership. Robert Sakowitz of Hazak Corporation offered a look at our region’s maritime industry—both past and present—including Galveston’s potential for reviving U.S.-based shipbuilding.

Service Awards were presented to:

• Mr. Bill Rider (accepted by Mr. Allan Rasmussen, who shared a few words)

• Mr. John Kelso, who served as Secretary for more than a decade

A special thanks to our Annual Meeting sponsors, Howie Bentley with Classic Auto and Johnnie Smecca with Mario’s on the Seawall, for hosting in their newly renovated space.