About The Propeller Club
The Propeller Club Ports of the Sabine and Neches unites maritime professionals across Southeast Texas, fostering a vibrant community dedicated to promoting and supporting our region’s maritime industry since 1929.
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Our Mission & Vision
The Propeller Club Ports of the Sabine and Neches is dedicated to promoting, supporting, and celebrating the maritime industry that drives our region’s economy. As part of the International Propeller Club of the United States, we advocate for the maritime industry through education, networking, and community engagement.
Our vision is to ensure a thriving maritime sector across the Sabine-Neches Waterway by connecting industry professionals, supporting maritime education, and maintaining strong relationships between our three ports – Orange, Port Arthur, and Beaumont.
Leadership & Community Impact
Our volunteer-led organization works tirelessly to strengthen the maritime community through:
- Supporting maritime education and workforce development
- Hosting monthly meetings with industry leaders and experts
- Organizing the annual Buddy Hicks Memorial Golf Tournament
- Awarding scholarships to future maritime professional
- Advocating for maritime infrastructure and policy
Our Board of Directors represents maritime professionals from across the region:
President: Hali Raggio
VP Port of Orange: Chase Warner
VP Port of Beaumont: Lawrence Garza
Secretary: Jackie Smith
Treasurer: Virginia Sonnier
Marketing Director: Doreen M. Badeaux
Scholarship Committee: Dr. Keith Jones & Lorrie Taylor
Why Join The Propeller Club?
Membership in the Propeller Club offers unique opportunities to shape the future of Southeast Texas’s maritime industry. Our members enjoy:
- Regular networking with maritime professionals across three major ports
- Monthly luncheons featuring industry leaders and policy makers
- Direct involvement in supporting maritime education
- Access to International Propeller Club resources
- Opportunities to influence maritime policy and infrastructure development
As a member, you’ll join a dynamic community of professionals dedicated to promoting the American Merchant Marine and strengthening our vital waterway infrastructure. Your participation helps ensure the continued growth and success of our maritime industry while supporting the next generation of maritime leaders.