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Enmarket Charity Classic Raises $270,000, Bringing 5-year Total to $1 Million
(SAVANNAH, Ga.) – The Enmarket Charity Classic golf tournament returned to Savannah April 4, raising $270,000 for charity and driving the total raised over Enmarket’s 5-year sponsorship past the $1 million mark.
Achieving that milestone involved the efforts of 271 golfers and 115 companies participating in the 2024 Enmarket Charity Classic.
As in past years, this year’s proceeds will be split evenly between The 200 Club of the Coastal Empire, which is devoted to assisting the spouses and children of the area first responders killed in the line of duty, and Make-A-Wish Georgia, which grants the wishes of seriously ill children.
Sponsorship of the charity tournament is part of Enmarket’s sponsorship of the Club Car Championship, an annual pro golfing tournament at The Landings Club that ran from April 1 through April 7, 2024. The event was staged at the Marshwood and Magnolia courses at The Landings Golf & Athletic Club.
“We are excited to see our impact reach the $1 million milestone with this year’s Enmarket Charity Classic. It took a record-breaking performance from Enmarket and the communities we serve. Still, the quarter of a million dollars raised by this day-long event put us over the top,” said Matt Clements, Enmarket’s president. “The two organizations which will benefit from this funding are The 200 Club and Make-A-Wish Georgia, and Enmarket is proud to be associated with these fine efforts.”
“We are deeply grateful for the continued support from Enmarket and the community. Their commitment has been instrumental in helping us fulfill our mission of aiding the families of our fallen first responders. This significant milestone of $1 million raised over five years reflects the dedication and generosity of all involved,” said Mark Dana, president and CEO of the 200 Club.
Clements pointed out that Enmarket has a long-standing track record of supporting the community via various events, both with fund-raising and volunteer activities on the part of its more than 1,300 retail employees. The company also commits to making healthier choices available to its customers. He added that commitment is reflected in the active events Enmarket chooses to back, such as the golf tournament and the annual Enmarket Bridge Run.
Charity golf tournaments are a big part of the fundraising landscape in this country and account for $4 billion annually to benefit nonprofits, according to a GolfStatus executive writing for Nonprofit Tech for Good’s website.
ABOUT ENMARKET:
Enmarket employs more than 1,300 people and operates 131 convenience stores that include 30 Eatery locations in Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina. The company also operates 13 restaurants branded as Subway, Larry’s Giant Subs, Baldino’s, and Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, and 26 Marketwash car washes. The company was founded as Interstate Stations by Robert Demere in 1964. Enmarket is committed to giving back to the community through many charitable contributions and volunteer efforts, as well as offering fresh food, healthy snacks, and competitively priced quality fuel as part of its mission to enrich life. Enmarket secured the naming rights in 2021 for the Enmarket Arena. www.enmarket.com
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Savannah-based Colonial Group Announces Third Annual Robert H. Demere, Jr. Soaring Eagle Award Recipient
(Savannah, Ga) Colonial Group, Inc. has announced that Michael Cornaire has received the Savannah-based company’s third annual Robert H. Demere, Jr. Soaring Eagle Award. The award’s 2023 recipient was revealed at the annual company party held at the Marriott Savannah Riverfront on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024.
The award was named in honor of the company chairman, Robert H. Demere, Jr., who served as its president and chief executive officer from 1986 to 2021. Colonial Group has continued to operate as a privately held business since 1921 through the chairmanships of its founder, Raymond Demere; his son, Robert H. Demere, Sr.; and Robert’s son, Demere Jr. In 2018, Christian B. Demere became president of the company and then succeeded his father as CEO in December of 2020.
Demere presented the award during Colonial Group’s “Wild West” themed annual company party. The award was first developed in 2021 to commemorate the company’s centennial celebration and employees participated in the nomination and voting process.
and CEO of Colonial Group, Inc., speaks about why Cornaire was deserving of the 2023 Robert H. Demere, Jr. Soaring Eagle Award
Cornaire joined Colonial Terminals as a Utility Operator in 2008 and has been promoted several times during his 15 years with the company. He currently serves as the Director of Marine Operations for Colonial Oil Industries.
“This award recognizes Michael’s individual achievements, but it also reflects the impact he has had on the entire organization,” said Demere. “Michael’s contributions over the years have played a vital role in shaping our company culture and reinforcing the values that define us.”
H. Demere, Jr. Soaring Eagle Award: Left to right:
– Cory VanVoorhis, Retail IT Manager for Enmarket (2022 Robert H. Demere, Jr. Soaring Eagle Award recipient)
– Michael Cornaire, Director of Marine Operations for Colonial Oil Industries (2023 Robert H. Demere, Jr. Soaring Eagle Award recipient)
– Christian Demere, President and CEO of Colonial Group, Inc.
– Brian Reiser, General Foreman at Colonial Terminals (2021 Robert H. Demere, Jr. Soaring Eagle Award recipient)
Colonial’s more than 2,200 employees had the opportunity last fall to select one of their own who, throughout their career at Colonial, has exemplified service, integrity, entrepreneurship, and family. The guiding principle of this award is that “there is no limit to what a person can achieve if they don’t mind who gets the credit”.
Cornaire and future award winners will receive a $7,500 bonus and one extra week of vacation. The company plans to continue to bestow the award to one employee each year who consistently embodies Colonial Group’s core values.
ABOUT COLONIAL GROUP INC.
A fourth-generation family-owned business founded in 1921, Colonial Group Inc. (“Colonial Group”) is a diversified energy and port-related company headquartered in Savannah, Ga., and one of America’s largest privately held companies. Over the years, the business has diversified to be the umbrella company of Aqua Smart, Colonial Chemical Solutions, Colonial Energy, Colonial Oil Industries, Colonial Terminals, Colonial Towing, Colonial Transportation Solutions, Crown Carbon Reduction Technologies, and Enmarket.
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Colonial Terminals Announces Acquisition of Buckeye’s Wilmington, NC Terminals
(SAVANNAH, Ga / WILMINGTON, NC) On December 1, 2023, Colonial Terminals, Inc. (CTI), a division of Savannah-based Colonial Group, Inc., acquired a bulk liquid terminal owned and operated by Buckeye Terminals, LLC (Buckeye). The terminal is located on the Cape Fear River and has approximately 550,000 barrels of storage capacity. This facility is adjacent to an existing bulk terminal owned and operated by CTI. The combined terminal complex will have over one million barrels of bulk liquid storage and offer marine, rail, and truck access into the fast-growing Southeastern United States.
“Colonial Terminals is committed to growth in markets that support our team’s ability to deliver the highest levels of service to customers who value supply chain dependability and efficiency,” said Ryan Chandler, president of Colonial Terminals. “This adjacent facility adds a new berth and substantial river frontage to our already large footprint on the Cape Fear River, and we’re eager to offer new capabilities for existing customers as well as attract new customers and products to the market.”
The acquisition increases CTI’s storage infrastructure in Wilmington to more than one million barrels, 70 acres, and over a half mile of river frontage. Products stored at these facilities include industrial chemicals, specialty chemicals, petroleum, and others. CTI will retain all local employees who currently operate the acquired facility.
“Wilmington is a gateway to the growing Southeastern US market, and we believe this acquisition strongly positions our team to support current and new customer growth far into the future,” said Chandler.
With the addition of the new facility, CTI now operates seven terminals, five in Georgia and two in Wilmington, with a total liquid capacity of approximately eight million barrels and a total dry capacity of approximately 200,000 tons of vertical storage, 400,000 square feet of covered flat storage, and significant outside storage acreage. Each terminal is strategically located in close proximity to a world-class container port and provides access to ocean and landside (road and rail) logistics networks, as well as global and regional sourcing and distribution pathways.
ABOUT COLONIAL TERMINALS, INC.
Colonial Terminals, Inc. (CTI) is an industry leader in the handling and storage of liquid and dry bulk products. Colonial Terminals began operations in 1934 with the construction of a 21-acre, deep-water terminal located on the Savannah River to serve the burgeoning import and export, petroleum storage market. Today, Colonial Terminals owns and operates the largest, independent, liquid and dry bulk storage facilities with breakbulk capability in the Southeastern United States. Colonial Terminals is a wholly owned subsidiary of Colonial Group, Inc. www.colonialterminals.com.
Colonial Group, Inc. announces new corporate headquarters in Savannah
Company growth drives need for larger, centralized hub
(SAVANNAH, Ga.) Colonial Group, Inc., a diversified group of companies focused on the energy, chemicals, distribution, and logistics industries, announced today that it will relocate its corporate headquarters to 1375 Chatham Parkway, the facility built for the Savannah Morning News in 2003.
“Our Colonial family has grown significantly over the past several years,” stated Christian Demere, president and CEO of Colonial Group. “With our Savannah area employees currently working in eight different offices that have reached or are nearing capacity, we are thrilled to secure this larger facility that will consolidate our office personnel. This location will create a more collaborative atmosphere for our employees which will allow us to better support our operations and accommodate our needs as we continue to grow.”
The newly acquired three-story office encompasses an impressive 99,000 square feet, situated on more than 17 acres. The property also includes an additional 145,000 square foot warehouse previously used as a newspaper press and distribution facility.
Building renovations are expected to begin in the near term, and Colonial Group intends to relocate the majority of their local corporate personnel to the new headquarters over time.
ABOUT COLONIAL GROUP INC.
A fourth-generation family-owned business founded in 1921, Colonial Group Inc. (“Colonial Group”) is a diversified energy and port-related company headquartered in Savannah and one of America’s largest privately held companies. In 2021, the company marked its 100th anniversary by celebrating with its dedicated team of more than 2,000 employees, giving to hometown causes and observing historical milestones. Over the years, the business has diversified to be the umbrella company of Colonial Oil, Colonial Terminals, Colonial Transportation Solutions, Enmarket, Colonial Energy, Colonial Chemical Solutions, Colonial Towing, Aqua Smart, and Crown Carbon Reduction Technologies. For more information on Colonial Group, Inc., please visit www.colonialgroupinc.com.
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Colonial Terminals and Norfolk Southern Partner on Development of $100M Breakbulk Facility
Joint growth opportunity to support 20+ new jobs and further growth of a critical element of the supply chain.
(SAVANNAH, GA) On June 9, 2023, Colonial Terminals, a division of Savannah-based Colonial Group, Inc., acquired 16.7 acres of land sited adjacent to an existing Colonial Terminal riverfront facility and a Norfolk Southern rail facility. The transaction will provide Colonial Terminals the ability to develop breakbulk infrastructure along the Savannah River.
“For nearly a century, Colonial Terminals has built its reputation by delivering world-class product handling services to dry and liquid bulk customers through our intermodal marine terminals,” said Ryan Chandler, president of Colonial Terminals. “Leveraging our strategic infrastructure in partnership with Norfolk Southern to extend our reach into the breakbulk space is a logical next step for our high-service culture.”
Chandler said the project should stimulate the regrowth of business that had been lost in recent years due to Georgia Port Authority’s conversion of its Ocean Terminal facility, and would support further growth in the breakbulk segment as well as provide 20+ local jobs,
The new facility, directly served by Norfolk Southern, should allow in excess of a million tons of throughput and support the development of a new wide-span berth expected to move steel, paper, and other forest products, but capable of handling any general breakbulk cargo. Breakbulk is a common method of moving goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping containers or cargo bins. Instead, cargo is transported in bags, boxes, crates, drums and barrels, or by other methods.
“At Norfolk Southern, real estate assets are a strategic opportunity that we’re leveraging to drive smart, sustainable growth for our customers and our rail network,” said Vice President of Real Estate and Business Development Kathleen Smith. “This partnership furthers that mission, aligning our organizations to fulfill a critical supply chain need in the Southeast.”
Phase one of the project would see the construction of the berth and refurbishment of the existing warehouse facility, and phase two will support a new rail-served warehouse or outside storage complex. The berth is expected to be permitted in mid-July of 2023, with construction to commence shortly thereafter. The project is expected to be completed in late 2024 and cost more than $100 million.
About Colonial Terminals
Colonial Terminals (CTI) is an industry leader in the handling and storage of liquid and dry bulk products. Colonial Terminals began operations in 1934 with the construction of a 21-acre, deep-water terminal located on the Savannah River to serve the burgeoning import and export, petroleum storage market. Today, Colonial Terminals owns and operates the largest, independent, liquid and dry bulk storage facilities with breakbulk capability in the Southeastern United States. Colonial Terminals is a wholly owned subsidiary of Colonial Group, Inc. Learn more at www.colonialterminals.com.
About Norfolk Southern
Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country’s population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes. Learn more by visiting http://www.NorfolkSouthern.com.
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Colonial Oil Recognized by Multi-national Energy Organization
Colonial Oil Industries, Inc. Earns Chevron Regal Gold Marketers Award
(SAVANNAH, GA) Chevron named Colonial Oil Industries, Inc. a recipient of the Regal Class Marketer Program and congratulates them on achieving “Gold” status for their performance in 2021. The award recognizes partners that go above and beyond in customer first experience, brand image, training, and volume growth at Chevron/Texaco branded storefronts.
“The Retail Sales Team is making Colonial Oil proud everyday through their customer service, entrepreneurial growth efforts, and dedication. I’m so happy that Chevron has recognized this hard work. This award improves Colonial Oil’s strength as a branded marketer.” says Jennifer Bowman, Vice President of Wholesale Fuel Operations at Colonial Oil Industries, Inc.
Colonial Oil Industries achieved the top 1% rating in the Mystery Shop Scores and Image Shops in 2021 for the management of our Chevron/Texaco sites.
About Colonial Oil Industries Inc.:
Colonial Oil Industries, Inc., a division of Colonial Group Inc. based in Savannah, GA is one of the largest independent oil companies in the United States. For more than 100 years, Colonial Oil Industries has been providing fuel and lubricant supply and distribution services to wholesale, commercial, industrial, retail, marine, and cardlock customers across 34 states and growing. Customers depend on Colonial Oil Industries as their single-source supplier of quality solutions and exceptional partner experience. Colonial Oil Industries network of ocean and pipeline terminals combined with its expansive delivery capabilities, allows customers to optimize their energy needs through data-driven management, fixed pricing programs, on-time deliveries, and live inventory monitoring. The Colonial Oil Industries team upholds the standards of integrity, service, entrepreneurship, and family with an unwavering pursuit of innovation that gives a myriad of businesses and agencies the power to perform.
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Colonial Oil Industries
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Savannah-based Colonial Group Announces Second Annual Robert H. Demere, Jr. Soaring Eagle Award Recipient
(SAVANNAH, GA) Colonial Group, Inc. has announced that Cory VanVoorhis has received the Savannah-based company’s second annual Robert H. Demere, Jr. Soaring Eagle Award. The award’s 2022 recipient was revealed at the annual company party held at the Marriott Savannah Riverfront on Saturday, January 21, 2023.
The award was named in honor of the company chairman, Robert H. Demere, Jr., who also had served as its president and chief executive officer from 1986 to 2021. Colonial Group has continued to operate as a privately held business since 1921 through the chairmanships of its founder, Raymond Demere; his son, Robert H. Demere, Sr.; and Robert’s son, Demere Jr. In 2018, Christian B. Demere became president of the company and then succeeded his father as CEO in December of 2020.
Demere presented the award during Colonial Group’s “Mardi Ball” themed annual company party. The award was first developed in 2021 to commemorate the company’s centennial celebration and employees participated in the nomination and voting process.
VanVoorhis started working for the company in February 2014 as a field technician for Enmarket and was promoted to Retail IT Manager in 2018.
“Cory truly embodies the Colonial motto that there is no limit to what a person can achieve if they don’t mind who gets credit,” said Demere. “He truly leads by example and is always one of the first to volunteer to pitch in. Cory is highly respected by not only his team, but also by his peers, supervisors, and everyone he interacts with across all divisions.”
Colonial’s more than 2,000 employees had the opportunity last fall to select one of their own who, throughout their career at Colonial, has exemplified service, integrity, entrepreneurship and family. VanVoorhis and future award winners will each receive a $7,500 bonus and one extra week of vacation. The company plans to continue to bestow the award to one employee each year who consistently embodies Colonial Group’s core values.
ABOUT COLONIAL GROUP INC.
A fourth generation family-owned business founded in 1921, Colonial Group Inc. (“Colonial Group”) is a diversified energy and port-related company headquartered in Savannah and one of America’s largest privately held companies. In 2021, the company marked its 100th anniversary by celebrating
with its dedicated team of more than 2,000 employees, giving to hometown causes and observing historical milestones. Over the years, the business has diversified to be the umbrella company of Colonial Oil, Colonial Terminals, Colonial Fuel & Lubricant Services, Enmarket, Colonial Energy, Colonial Chemical Solutions, Colonial Towing, Savannah Yacht Center and Aqua Smart. For more information on Colonial Group Inc., please visit www.colonialgroupinc.com.
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Savannah Based Colonial Oil Industries Acquires Strickland Oil Company
(SAVANNAH, GA) Colonial Oil Industries, Inc. announced it has acquired Strickland Oil Company effective January 16, 2023. Strickland Oil has serviced Savannah and the surrounding region for 47 years delivering commercial fuel and lubricants as well as operating a cardlock location in Pooler, Ga.
“Colonial Oil is excited about this opportunity to add customers in our home market as well as adding new team members to the Colonial family,” said Chris Ingram, vice president at Colonial Oil Industries. “We have grown our commercial fuel and lubricants business substantially in the last three years and feel like we have a great team in place to support continued growth.”
With strategic supply and logistics operations throughout the Southeast, Midwest, and East Coast regions, Colonial Oil Industries has an extensive network providing dependable petroleum, marine and lubricants services throughout the United States to a vast portfolio of customers.
“For nearly 70 years, Strickland Oil Co. has focused on customer service and quality work,” said Kent Strickland, co-owner at Strickland Oil. “We feel that Colonial Oil is the perfect fit for our customers as it is also a family run business with the personal service that customers deserve. We would also like to thank our loyal customers and employees for their many years of service and wish everyone a blessed and prosperous future.”
For more information on how the acquisition will affect current customers, please contact the Colonial Oil Industries Team at 844-710-2357.
About Colonial Oil Industries Inc.:
Colonial Oil Industries, Inc., a division of Colonial Group Inc. based in Savannah, GA is one of the largest independent oil companies in the United States. For more than 100 years, Colonial Oil Industries has been providing fuel and lubricant supply and distribution services to wholesale, commercial, industrial, retail, marine, and cardlock customers across 34 states and growing. Customers depend on Colonial Oil Industries as their single-source supplier of quality solutions and exceptional partner experience. Colonial Oil Industries network of ocean and pipeline terminals combined with its expansive delivery capabilities, allows customers to optimize their energy needs through data-driven management, fixed pricing programs, on-time deliveries, and live inventory monitoring. The Colonial Oil Industries team upholds the standards of integrity, service, entrepreneurship and family with an unwavering pursuit of innovation that gives a myriad of businesses and agencies the power to perform. https://colonialoilindustries.com
About Strickland Oil Company:
Strickland Oil Co. is a wholesale distributor of fuel and other petroleum-based services located at 142 Pine Barren Rd, Pooler, GA 31322. Serving Savannah; Chatham, Bryan County and Effingham counties and Hilton Head & Bluffton, SC; the company’s goal is to keep businesses fueled and working effectively.
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Colonial Group Inc. Acquires Crown Carbon Reduction Technologies
Savannah-based Colonial Group anticipates expanding its specialty chemical business with the new division.
(SAVANNAH, GA / GILLETTE, WY) Savannah-based Colonial Group Inc. has announced the acquisition of Crown Carbon Reduction Technologies (Crown) of Gillette, Wyo., effective November 1, 2022.
Crown, a portfolio company of Merit Capital Partners, is a leading provider of process chemicals for dust control, freeze conditioning, antioxidants, road stabilization, water treatment, and fuel catalysts with a focus on the mining, exploration, and production industries. Its products are used in a variety of applications to reduce waste, ensure regulatory compliance, and improve efficiency.
Colonial Group is one of America’s largest privately-held companies with subsidiaries operating in numerous states spanning diverse business sectors.
“We are excited to add Crown Carbon Reduction Technologies to our family of companies,” said Christian Demere, president and CEO of Colonial Group. “We look forward to working with Doug and the entire Crown team in supporting their continued growth and success.”
Crown will operate as a standalone business of 34 employees and will remain headquartered in Wyoming. Its Division president, Doug Simmons, will report to Brett Giesick, chief operating officer at Colonial Group.
“We’re excited to become part of the Colonial team,” said Simmons. “The strong cultural fit will provide numerous opportunities for the team, and we see tremendous growth potential ahead that will deliver significant value to our customers and our suppliers.”
Colonial’s purchase of Crown represents an opportunity to continue to build the diversified energy and port-related company’s chemical distribution portfolio, according to Demere. Specifically, Crown allows Colonial to grow its specialty chemical business, adding to the products offered by Colonial Chemical Solutions and AquaSmart and allowing for expansion to new geographies and industries.
Global M&A advisory firm, Grace Matthews, served as financial advisor to Crown and Merit Capital Partners on the transaction.
ABOUT CROWN CARBON REDUCTION TECHNOLOGIES:
Crown Carbon Reduction Technologies (Crown) is a leading provider of process chemicals headquartered in Gillette, Wyo. The company provides comprehensive solutions that improve the efficiency and sustainability of the mining and energy-producing industries. Crown promotes efficient material handling, improved operational reliability, reduced fuel requirements and reportable emissions. The company provides customized solutions to satisfy customer expectations and deliver quantifiable results. Its technologies enable customers to lower their carbon footprint, meet regulatory standards, achieve their environmental objectives, and improve their bottom line. To learn more about Crown, please visit https://crown-crt.com.
ABOUT COLONIAL GROUP INC:
A fourth-generation family-owned business founded in 1921, Colonial Group Inc. (“Colonial Group”) is a diversified energy and port-related company headquartered in Savannah and one of America’s largest privately-held companies. In 2021, the company marked its 100th anniversary by celebrating with its dedicated team of more than 2,000 employees, giving to hometown causes and observing historical milestones. Over the years, the business has diversified to be the umbrella company of Colonial Oil, Colonial Terminals, Colonial Fuel & Lubricant Services, Enmark Stations/enmarket, Colonial Energy, Colonial Chemical Solutions, Colonial Towing, Savannah Yacht Center, and Aqua Smart. For more information on Colonial Group Inc., please visit https://colonialgroupinc.com/.
ABOUT MERIT CAPITAL PARTNERS LP:
Since 1993, Merit Capital Partners has raised and managed $2.8 billion across seven institutionally sponsored limited partnerships, deploying capital in 98 platform investments. Merit invests in minority and majority recapitalizations, management buyouts, acquisition financings, and other shareholder liquidity events. The firm seeks to partner with founders, business owners, management teams, and independent sponsors. Merit continues to pursue investments in high-quality, established businesses with carefully conceived operating strategies across the manufacturing, distribution, and services industries. Focusing on companies with EBITDA over $4 million (all sizes considered for portfolio add-on investments), Merit targets new platform investments between $15 million and $60 million. (http://www.meritcapital.com/)
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Colonial Terminals Announces Acquisition of IMTT’s Savannah, Georgia Terminals
(SAVANNAH, GA) On November 1, 2022, Colonial Terminals, Inc. (CTI), a division of Savannah-based Colonial Group, Inc., acquired two liquid terminals owned and operated by International-Matex Tank Terminals (IMTT). The facilities are located on the Savannah River and have approximately two million barrels of storage capacity supported by marine, rail, and truck access into the fast-growing Southeastern United States.
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“Colonial Terminals has experienced tremendous growth over the past five years thanks to the hard work of our team members and commitment from our customers,” said Christian Demere, president and CEO of Colonial Group, Inc. “We are excited to add new employees to the Colonial family, expand our ability to serve our customers and ensure the capacity for continued growth.”
The acquisition increases CTI’s storage infrastructure to more than 6.5 million barrels and adds three berths along with approximately 130 acres of Savannah River frontage. Products stored at these facilities include industrial chemicals, pine chemicals, specialty chemicals, petroleum, base oil, asphalt, and others. CTI plans to retain all local employees who currently operate the facilities.
“Savannah is one of the premier logistical hubs in the country, and we believe in the long-term value of Savannah River terminal infrastructure,” said Ryan Chandler, President of Colonial Terminals, Inc. “Our existing facilities are reaching their natural capacity, and the acquisition of these assets will provide the foundation for continued growth for decades to come.”
ABOUT COLONIAL TERMINALS, INC.
Colonial Terminals, Inc. (CTI) is an industry leader in the handling and storage of liquid and dry bulk products. Colonial Terminals began operations in 1934 with the construction of a 21-acre, deep-water terminal located on the Savannah River to serve the burgeoning import and export, petroleum storage market. Today, Colonial Terminals owns and operates the largest, independent, liquid and dry bulk storage facilities with breakbulk capability in the Southeastern United States. Colonial Terminals is a wholly owned subsidiary of Colonial Group, Inc. www.colonialterminals.com.
ABOUT IMTT
Headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, International-Matex Tank Terminals (IMTT) is an industry leader in the handling and storage of bulk liquid products through its ownership and operation of 17 terminals throughout North America. Its terminals handle petroleum, biofuels, commodity/specialty chemicals, and vegetable/tropical oil products for customers including refiners, commodities traders, and chemical manufacturers and distributors. For more information visit www.imtt.com.
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Enmarket Marketing Manager Melody McCarthy Named to Top Women in Convenience for 2022
(SAVANNAH, GA) Enmarket Marketing Manager Melody McCarthy was among 91 women named “Top Women in Convenience for 2022” by the trade publication Convenience Store News. The honor was announced Oct. 2 in Las Vegas at the annual show staged by the National Association of Convenience Store (NACS), a trade association for the convenience and fuel retailing industry since 1961.
“I am lucky to have great mentors in my career and work for a company that encourages my growth as a female in business,” McCarthy said.
McCarthy joined the Enmarket team in 2017 as social media and content coordinator and was promoted to her current position two years later. She has been directly involved in the design, launch and marketing of Enmarket’s Enjoy Rewards loyalty program, the Enmarket mobile app and enPay, its proprietary payment card. She also serves on a steering committee at Enmarket to vet and mold new ideas and initiatives, as well as taking the lead in planning all corporate events.
This was the ninth year the trade magazine has recognized outstanding women from the convenience store ranks.
Enmarket employees recognized previously:
- Jeannie Amerson, Vice President of Marketing, won a Rising Star – Top Women in Convenience Award in 2014 (inaugural year).
- Annette Gantt, Center Store Category Manager, won a Senior Level Leader – Top Women in Convenience Award in 2018
Approximately 24,000 representatives of the convenience and fuel retailing industry attended this year’s convention.
ABOUT ENMARKET
Enmarket, Savannah’s largest convenience store chain, employs more than 1,300 people and operates 129 convenience stores that include 29 Eatery locations in Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina. The company also operates 16 restaurants branded as Subway, Larry’s Giant Subs, Baldino’s, and Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, as well as 24 Marketwash car washes. Founded as Interstate Stations by Robert Demere in 1964, the retailer was recognized in 2020 as the “Foodservice Innovator to Watch” by the CSNews Foodservice Advisory Council and noted as one of “the faster growing medium-sized chains in the industry” by Convenience Store News. The company is committed to giving back to the community through many charitable contributions and volunteer efforts; and to offering fresh food, healthy snacks, and competitively priced quality fuel as part of its mission to enrich life. www.enmarket.com
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Jeannie W. Amerson
Vice President of Marketing
Enmarket
JAmerson@enmarket.com
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SAVANNAH AREA REALTORS® DONATE $26,300 TO 7 LOCAL CHARITIES
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SAVANNAH, GA – Savannah Area REALTORS® (SAR) is donating more than $26,000 to seven Low Country charities. Recipients include Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society (LDSS), Safe Shelter, Coastal Empire Habitat for Humanity, Lifeline for Children, Ronald McDonald House, Tiny Homes Project and the SAR Disaster Relief Fund. The checks will be presented on Monday, March 29 at 2 p.m. at the Savannah Area REALTORS® office, located at 7015 Hodgson Memorial Drive, Savannah, GA 31406.“Our members are committed to improving the communities in which they live and work, and we are pleased to support these worthwhile organizations,” said Steve Candler, CEO Savannah Area REALTORS®. “We are very grateful for this funding”, said John Bogardus, president of the Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society, “It will be used for Camp Buddy, a camp which hosts campers ranging from age 7 to 16. Campers engage in occupational, physical, and speech therapies in order to sharpen their skills during summer break. Camp Buddy provides kids from Chatham County, Effingham County, and nearby areas with a fun, exciting and educational summer experience.”
ABOUT SAVANNAH AREA REALTORS®
Savannah Area REALTORS® (SAR) is the trade association for real estate licensees in Chatham, Bryan and Effingham counties, representing approximately 1,300 members. SAR is the voice for real estate in the Coastal Empire and works to provide education, promote the highest professional and ethical standards and address the changing needs of members while protecting private property rights and being active in the community. For more information visit https://savannaharearealtors.com.
CONTACT
Cissy Smith
Savannah Area REALTORS®
(912) 354-1513 × 1
wwww.savannaharearealtors.com
cissys@savannahboardofrealtors.com
MEDIA CONTACT
Marjorie Young
Carriage Trade Public Relations® Inc.
912.844.9990
http://www.carriagetradepr.com
marjorie@carriagetradepr.com
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The Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Coastal Empire Fifth Annual Wine Women & Shoes Fundraiser
The Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Coastal Empire Announces Fifth Annual Wine Women & Shoes Fundraiser Set for May 3
(SAVANNAH, GA) The Fifth Annual Wine Women & Shoes fundraiser will be held on Thursday, May 3 at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Savannah, located at 2 W Bay St. This major fundraiser for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Coastal Empire benefits families of seriously ill and injured children.
“Last year we raised more than $150 thousand and we have worked hard to help make this year’s fundraiser supporting the Ronald McDonald House our best ever,” said Bill Sorochak, executive director. “We are expecting a sell-out crowd of more than 600 guests for a fabulous evening of sip-sational wines, fabulous shopping, charming ‘Shoe Guys’ and savory foods.”
Kicking off at 6:00 p.m., VIP ticket holders will be allowed early access to the Hyatt’s Harborside Room (the glass room on River Street) to peruse items for sale and get first dibs on the coveted Keys-to-the-Closet and Key-to-the-Cellar raffles. Then, at 7:00 p.m., the doors will open for everyone else to join the festivities.
“We say that this event can change your shoes but its real mission is to change lives,” Sorochak added. “One hundred percent of the funds raised in the Coastal Empire stays here to help our residents cope with the stress and expense of daily living while trying to be close and emotionally strong for their child. In 2017, we provided 4,270 family night stays at the Ronald McDonald House. An event like this can provide 1,600 of those family-night stays.”
Sorochak projects proceeds from this year’s Wine Women & Shoes may top previous years due, in part, to the continued support from local McDonald’s restaurant owners and operators as well as the dedication of partners since the event’s inception – Ameris Bank, Dr. Corinne Howington of Low Country Dermatology and Cecilia Russo Marketing.
Tickets are now on sale and sponsor opportunities are also available. For tickets or more information, contact Bill Sorochak at bill@rmhccoastalempire.org or visit http://www.winewomenandshoes.com/savannah.
MORE ABOUT WINE WOMEN & SHOES
Wine Women & Shoes is the brainchild of Napa Valley vintner, Elaine Honig. While chatting with a girlfriend about the growing popularity of wine and food pairing events, they jokingly said, “Wine and shoe pairings would be a lot more fun!” And they were right. WW&S events are now in 50 cities across the country, and they have raised more than $22,000,000 for women and children’s causes. Wine Women & Shoes fundraisers create an opportunity for partnerships between charities, wineries, shoe and accessory retailers, corporate sponsors and women in the community. In addition to raising money, these events raise awareness for charities, increase sales for wineries and retail partners, and provide community outreach for corporate sponsors. For more information, visit http://www.winewomenandshoes.com/savannah
MORE ABOUT RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF THE COASTAL EMPIRE
The mission of Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Coastal Empire is to create, find and support programs that directly enhance the health and well-being of children and families. The Savannah Ronald McDonald House has thirteen bedrooms and operates on a waiting list most of the year. The House provides a “home away from home” for families who live more than thirty miles away and who have a critically ill or injured child receiving treatment at Memorial Children’s Hospital, Candler Hospital, or where needed in the Coastal Empire.
MEDIA CONTACT
Cecilia Russo
Cecilia Russo Marketing
info@crussomarketing.com
912-665-0005
Local Rotary Clubs Donate to MAP International to Assist with Puerto Rico Relief Efforts
(BRUNSWICK, GLENNVILLE, AUGUSTA, GA) The Glennville and Augusta chapters of Rotary presented $2,250.00 to MAP International in Brunswick to supply over 200 Disaster Health Kits (DHK) to victims of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico.
Dr. Hamsa Thota, District Governor of Rotary District 6920, presented a check for $2,000.00 from the Augusta Rotary Club to MAP International President and CEO, Steve Stirling. The donation will supply 200 DHK’s to Puerto Rico citizens.
“Our desire to aid hurricane victims has tied in nicely with our recent collaboration with MAP International,” said Dr. Thota. “MAP is the perfect partner for us to provide relief to people in Puerto Rico who are in dire need right now.”
MAP International and Rotary launched a program last Tuesday to provide life-saving medicines to uninsured or underinsured low-income people in surrounding areas. At the launch event, Margaret Jacobs, District Governor Elect, and Mike Muldowney, Assistant District Governor, presented an additional $250.00 given by the Glennville Rotary Club and Virginia Ellis, of the St. Simons Rotary Club, to provide 25 DHK’s to hurricane victims in Puerto Rico.
“MAP is profoundly grateful for the generous support from Rotary,” says Stirling. “Their support through this partnership will save lives here in Georgia.”
The Rotary Club of Augusta Donates to MAP International to aid in Puerto Rico disaster relief.
The Rotary Club of Glennville donates to MAP International to aid in disaster relief in Puerto Rico.
About MAP International
MAP International is a Christian organization providing life-changing medicines and health supplies to people in need. MAP serves all people, regardless of religion, gender, race, nationality, or ethnic background. For more information, visit map.org
About Rotary International District 6920
Rotary International is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who come together to make positive, lasting change in communities at home and abroad. Our guiding principles have been the foundation of our values: service, fellowship, diversity, integrity, and leadership. Rotary members believe that we have a shared responsibility to take action on our world’s most persistent issues. Rotary District 6920 consists of 63 clubs with a membership of over 3200 Rotary members scattered throughout southeast Georgia including Macon, Augusta, Valdosta, Brunswick, Camden, Tift, and Savannah.
Ronald McDonald House Announces Annual Charity Fundraiser, Wine Women & Shoes
(SAVANNAH, GA) Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Coastal Empire will host the third annual Wine, Women & Shoes, on Thursday, April 21 at the Georgia State Railroad Museum, located at 655 Louisville Rd., Savannah GA 31401.
Featured this year is teenage cancer survivor, Jillian’s Challenge. Inspired by the work of the Ronald McDonald House (RMH), 17 year old Jillian Drapper is working to give other children and families the opportunity to have the support that she and her mom experienced here in Savannah at RMH. Of course, she wants to do it “her way.” Drapper’s Challenge: help her raise money for the House by setting goals to have Executive Director Bill Sorochak change something about himself. The goals: $5,000 (Sorochak pierces his ear)/ $10,000 (Sorochak shaves his head) and $25,000 (Sorochak gets a tattoo). For more on Drapper’s Challenge https://give.everydayhero.com/us/jillians-challenge#/
Wine Women & Shoes is a night features 11 pouring stations with 30 different wines, and food from over 15 local restaurants. Shopping stations will be set up, and the event will have a live auction and fashion show. During the mystery key events, two winners will walk away with over $10,000 of items with 100% of the event proceeds benefiting the RMH.
The funds raised during this event goes towards helping to ensure care for the critically ill children and their families in the coastal empire. For tickets or more information contact RMH at 912.350.7641 or on the web at http://winewomenandshoes.com/savannah.
The Title Sponsors of the 2016 Wine Women and Shoes event are Ameris Bank and the Coastal Heritage Society. Other our event sponsors include: Advanced A/V, Volvo of Savannah, Savannah Magazine, Savannah Morning News, iHeart Radio, Sadowski & Company, Low Country Dermatology, ExPERCARE, Chatham Orthopedic Associates, Georgia Power, Walker T. Pendarvis D.M.D., Savannah McDonald’s Operator’s Association, Savannah Coca-Cola Bottling Company, South Georgia Graphics, NLAWS Produce, Cecilia Russo Marketing, John Davis Florist and hosted by WTOC.
ABOUT RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF THE COASTAL EMPIRE
Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC) of the Coastal Empire is a registered 501©3, non-profit that operates solely on donations. The cornerstone program is the Savannah Ronald McDonald House that provides more than 4170 family night stays each year with a “Home away from home.” Other core programs include the Ronald McDonald Family Rooms® in St. Joseph’s/Candler Hospital and Children’s Hospital at Memorial Hospital Medical Center and the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile®, a mobile dental clinic providing free dental cleanings and examinations, care to underserved, school-age children in Beaufort County (SC).
ABOUT JILLIAN DRAPPER
Jillian was 15 years old when she came to the House. She was in a fight she didn’t ask for, battling Cancer-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Having her mom by her side at the Ronald McDonald House made a difference. Now, two years into her fight, Jillian is in remission. She is now an ambassador for the Children at Ronald McDonald House Charities here in Savannah, and she is just one of a thousand examples of why we need your help. For more on Jillian’s Challenge https://give.everydayhero.com/us/jillians-challenge#/
CONTACT
Bill Sorochak
Executive Director
Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC®) of the Coastal Empire
bill@rmhccoastalempire.org
t. (912) 350-7641 ext. 304
f. (912) 350-2309
c. (864) 906-8496
http://www.rmhccoastalempire.org
4710 Waters Avenue
Savannah, Georgia, 31404
Park Place Outreach Representative First to Reach “Over the Edge” Goal
(Savannah, GA) Park Place Outreach, in partnership with the Coastal Georgia Council Boy Scouts of America is raising funds for local at-risk youth by participating in Savannah’s tallest and most exciting fundraiser, Over the Edge. Rarely do non-profit organizations share their fundraising opportunities, but that is just what the Boy Scouts and Park Place Outreach are doing as they prepare to rappel off the roof and down the side of the historic Manger Building in downtown Savannah on Friday, October 30.
Each participant must raise $1000 in pledges for the charitable cause of their choice in order to earn their rappel experience, and the first Edger to reach the pledge goal this year is Park Place Outreach Board of Directors member, Dr. Todd Cellini. Dr. Cellini shared this information, “I have seen the important role that Park Place Outreach plays for local youth age 11 to 17 who are going through a stressful period or are homeless or victims of abuse. Park Place Outreach gives emergency shelter, meals and counseling to at-risk youth and their families, and is the only local shelter that allows youth to self-admit.”
Park Place Outreach Executive Board President, Jack Levine, who is also registered to go Over the Edge, added “My interest in Park Place Outreach began after reading an article about the plight of America’s homeless children. The article motivated me to do some research to find out who is helping the homeless children right here in Savannah and this is when I found out about Park Place Outreach, which has quietly served our area for 31 years and has helped more than 6500 kids during that time.”
For more information about Park Place Outreach, visit http://parkplaceyes.org/ or call (912) 234-4048. To donate to an Edger or register for your own ‘Over the Edge’ experience, visit www.otesavannah.org and select the ‘Become and Edger’ or ‘Donate to an Edger’ tab.
About: Established in 1920, the Coastal Georgia Council, Boy Scouts of America serves approximately 6500 boys and girls and their families annually in coastal Georgia though traditional Scouting, inner city Scout Reach programs, Learning for Life, and Explorer Post programs. The Boy Scouts of America provides the nation’s foremost youth program for character development and values-based leadership training, which helps young people be “Prepared. For Life.™” To find a Scout program in your area, visit www.beascout.org .
Submitted by:
Barbara Foley, M.Ed.
Marketing & Outreach Director
Coastal Georgia Council Boy Scouts of America
Phone: 912-308-7892
11900 Abercorn Street, Savannah, GA 31419
www.linkedin.com/in/barbarafoley1/
www.coastalgeorgiabsa.org/
www.otesavannah.org
Re-Enroll in Kroger Community Rewards Program to Donate to Park Place Outreach Youth Emergency Shelter
Local Shoppers Urged to Re-Enroll for Kroger Community Rewards Program to Continue Funding Park Place Outreach Youth Emergency Shelter and Other Local Charities
(SAVANNAH, GA) Park Place Outreach – Youth Emergency Shelter is encouraging Savannah area Kroger customers participating in the retailer’s Community Rewards program to re-enroll during the month of August. Kroger requires participants to re-enroll each year to demonstrate they have an active role and interest in the program. Dollars will start accumulating for chosen organizations beginning Tuesday, Sept. 1.
Customers can designate reward points to participating schools, charity or organization of their choice by using their Kroger Plus Card. Funds received by Park Place Outreach through the Kroger Community Rewards program benefit the Shelter, located at 514 East Henry Street, which offers teenagers a safe place to go 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
“It only takes a few moments to sign up, and costs shoppers nothing to participate, yet each dollar designated for Park Place Outreach makes such a positive impact in the services we can provide,” said executive director Linda K. Hilts. “Kroger customers who support us through this program help ensure that we can continue taking care of the needs of runaway, homeless and in-crisis youth in our community.”
This year, Kroger expects to donate $600,000 to local schools and nonprofits through the Kroger Plus Card-based fundraiser. To enroll or re-enroll, please visit www.krogercommunityrewards.com. For more information, contact Kroger Community Rewards at 770.496.7538 or fax details to 770.496.5354.
MORE INFORMATION ON PARK PLACE OUTREACH YOUTH EMERGENCY SHELTER
Park Place Outreach Youth Emergency Shelter, located at 514 E. Henry St., provides support for troubled children and teens in Savannah and the surrounding area. Opened in 1984, the shelter, open 24 hours a day, offers youth, between the ages of 11 and 17, a safe and loving environment. Homeless, abused or runaway teenagers can self-admit themselves into this shelter. The Street Outreach Program team offers mentoring to resident adolescents and provides counseling, clothing and personal care items to teens and young adults up to age 21 that are in need and might not come in to the shelter. Whenever possible, the organization’s goal is to keep kids off the street and reunify families. Park Place Outreach – Youth Emergency Shelter is an equal opportunity provider and employer. With the generous support of local organizations and individuals, the Park Place Outreach Shelter has helped over 6,000 individuals. For more information, please visit http://parkplaceyes.org or join the group on Facebook (ParkPlace) and Twitter (@parkplaceyes).
CONTACT
Linda K. Hilts
Park Place Outreach
Youth Emergency Shelter
514 E. Henry Street
Savannah, GA. 31401
912-234-4048 Fax 912-651-3621
www.parkplaceyes.org
MEDIA CONTACT
Marjorie Young
Carriage Trade PR, Inc.
marjorie@carriagetradepr.com
912.844.9990
4th Annual Play It Forward Concert to Benefit Coastal Georgia Rotary Clubs
(SAVANNAH, GA) The Rotary Clubs of Coastal Georgia are pleased to announce the Fourth Annual Rotarians Play It Forward Concert to be held on Saturday, April 27 , 2013, 4:00-7:00 p.m., at the Ships of the Sea Museum and Gardens located at 41 Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard Savannah, GA in Savannah, GA. The event is a fundraiser for the area Rotary Clubs on behalf of designated local charities and the The Rotary Foundation.
The 2013 PIF Concert will feature an array of performances by prominent local musicians and talented Rotarians. The event will also include a silent auction featuring artwork and valuable items donated by Rotarians, A “Dancing Rotarians” presentation, food, beverages.
“It’s a great value! Live music, great food and beverage are included at just $35 per person, and children under 12 are free. Virtually all of the food and beverages are donated by local restaurants and vendors.” says Pam Brant, serving as chair of the Play it Forward fundraiser. “We proud to note that in three years we have netted over $130,000. The results can only be great when the collective talents of the 600 local Rotarians collaborate on a single fundraising effort.”
The beneficiaries are the Rotary Foundation and its many worldwide philanthropic programs as well as a number of local and international human service programs.
Pam Brandt is Chair and is a member of Savannah Sunrise Rotary Club. Other Rotarians serving in committee roles include Dave Legasse a member of Savannah West Club (past Chair and PR), Rotary Savannah Club members Tom Donlevy (food and beverage chair), Henry Whitfield (logistics chair), Roger Moss and Katherine Rosenblum (production chairs), as well as Savannah Sunrise Club members Clete Bergen (Dancing Rotarians chair), Maureen Horvath (Silent Auction) and from the South Club, Jerry Thomas (Sponsorships).
The participating Rotary Clubs of Coastal Georgia include Richmond Hill, Savannah (downtown), Savannah East, Savannah South, Savannah Sunrise, Savannah West, Skidaway and West Chatham clubs. Rotary Club members work to combat hunger, improve health and sanitation, provide education and job training, promote peace, and eradicate polio under their motto ‘Service Above Self’.
To donate food, become a sponsor, or buy tickets, please visit www.RotaryPIF.org , visit Facebook and search for “Rotarians Play It Forward,” or email info@RotaryPIF.org.
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