Port Houston appointed Charlie Jenkins as its ceo at the beginning of September.
Having started work with Port Houston as an intern more than 30 years ago, Jenkins was appointed as ceo at the beginning of September. He succeeds long-time executive director Roger Guenther, following his retirement on August 28.
“Port Houston has been an integral and essential part of my life for 34 years. I have a love and passion for the work we do and great respect for the brilliant, dedicated people that support our work here,” said Jenkins. “The Port Houston team truly is committed to the work we do for the region and to support its vital maritime gateway – the Houston Ship Channel.”
Following graduate school, Jenkins began his career with Port Houston as its first intern. Throughout his time at the gateway, he has led container operations, strategic planning, environmental affairs, channel development, financial planning, and the grants programme. Jenkins was also a leader in the development and execution of the Bayport Container Terminal and has recently help lead the Houston Ship Channel expansion project currently underway, commonly known as Project 11.
