Welcome to the ISM-Houston 2023 - 2024 Elections.
The nominee bios are below.
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Rene Garza
Vice President Nominee:
Rene R. Garza serves as the Director of Service Contracts at Energy Transfer, a prominent midstream energy company in North America, where he oversees the negotiation, execution, and administration of service-related contracts. With over 13 years of experience, Rene demonstrates strategic initiatives and innovative solutions that consistently deliver substantial cost savings and operational enhancements.
Prior to his current role, Rene held various supply chain positions with leading companies such as Occidental Petroleum Corporation (Oxy), Moda Midstream, and Centurion Pipeline, a Lotus Midstream Company. Notable among his career milestones was his tenure at Lotus Midstream, where he spearheaded initiatives that positively impacted operational efficiency and cost optimization. His leadership and contributions significantly contributed to the company's success and positioned him as a trusted leader in the industry.
In addition to his accomplishments at Lotus Midstream, Rene served as the Supply Chain Specialist at Ingleside Energy Center, a subsidiary of Oxy and one of the largest crude export terminals globally. In this capacity, he managed all procurement activities, including service contracts, for operational maintenance and capital growth expenditures and established a materials management program demonstrating his strategic acumen and operational expertise.
Rene earned his Bachelor of Business Administration with a focus on Supply Chain Management and Entrepreneurship from Texas A&M University, College Station, in 2011, followed by a Master of Business Administration from Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi, in 2020.
Beyond his professional achievements, Rene actively engages in community service and professional development. He serves as an Executive Board Member & Director at Large for the Institute of Supply Management, Houston Chapter, and mentors aspiring entrepreneurs at the Texas A&M University McFerrin Center for Entrepreneurship.
In his leisure time, Rene enjoys traveling with his wife, Marcie, and immersing himself in new experiences while cherishing family moments with his son. His passion for exploration and commitment to excellence are evident in both his personal and professional pursuits.
Rene Garza's exemplary leadership, strategic foresight, and unwavering commitment to excellence continue to inspire success in his career and within his community.
Kelley Crawford
Local Director Nominee
Kelley Crawford (CPSM) joined ISM Houston in 2014 as a student member while attending the University of Houston Bauer College of Business.
After graduating with a BBA focused in Supply Chain Management she was invited to join the board of directors as Academic Partnership Chair during which she achieved the highest number of student membership for the chapter. In 2016, she was awarded the Billie Jean Sommer Award for her outstanding work in her first year of professional membership.
Professionally, Kelley has 10 years diverse experience across Upstream, Midstream and Downstream oil & gas direct procurement focusing on equipment manufacturing and services. She held roles at Spectra (Enbridge), DresserRand/Siemens Energy, KinderMorgan and Oceaneering. Currently, Kelley is the Aftermarket Supply Chain Manager at Flowserve overseeing 8 quick response pump repair centers in North America.