LEADERSHIP & MEMBER PORTS
TPA EXECUTIVE BOARD
The Texas Ports Association is guided by experienced port executives and supported by dedicated professional leadership. Together, TPA’s officers and executive director establish the Association’s strategic direction, advance statewide priorities and strengthen collaboration among Texas ports and maritime industry partners.
Larry Kelley
President, Port Director, Port of Port Arthur
Rodger Rees
Vice President, Port Director and CEO Port of Galveston
Victor Martinez
Immediate Past President, Port of Palacios
Jade Gillespie
MEMBER PORTS
One statewide voice for Texas ports
Texas ports connect communities, support jobs and move the cargo that powers the state and national economy. Through the Texas Ports Association, member ports work together to advance shared priorities, strengthen infrastructure and keep Texas competitive.
Chris Fisher
Port Director & CEO
Phyllis Saathoff
Executive Director & CEO
Lorrie Taylor
Port Director & CEO
William Dietrich
Port Director & CEO
Walker Smith
Port Director
City of Port Lavaca Ports & Harbors
Port Commission Board
Charles Hausmann
Port Director
Charlie Jenkins
Port Director & CEO
Randy Reese
Port Director & CEO
Clayton Henderson
Executive Director & CEO
Ron Mills
Port Director & CEO
Mark Viator
Port Director & CEO
Kent Britton
Port Director
Steven Bearden
Port Director & General Manager
Tyson Moeller
Port Director
Sean Stibich
Executive Director