August 16, 2022

We Are The Cooper Group: Keith Braddock, Blakeley BoatWorks

August 16, 2022

As Lead Man for Blakeley BoatWorks, Keith Braddock is responsible for getting shipyard projects completed safely, efficiently, and on time.

The Cooper Group

August 9, 2022

We Are The Cooper Group: Trustin Remondet, Cooper Consolidated

The Cooper Group

August 9, 2022

As Trip Dispatcher for Cooper Consolidated - LaPlace, Trustin Remondet works to ensure the necessary vessels, barges, and equipment are readily available for the efficient movement of cargo.

The Cooper Group

July 26, 2022

We Are the Cooper Group: Gonnie Harris, CP&O

The Cooper Group

July 26, 2022

With more than 30 years experience as a foreman for CP&O, Gonnie Harris ensures that containers are loaded to and unloaded from cargo ships in a safe and timely manner.

The Cooper Group

June 1, 2022

We Are The Cooper Group: Snap Nelson, Cooper Marine and Timberlands

The Cooper Group

June 1, 2022

As Vessel Operations Manager for CMT, Snap Nelson is responsible for ensuring the framework that supports our operations is effective.

The Cooper Group

February 1, 2022

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Matt Wilkins, CSA

The Cooper Group

February 1, 2022

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Matt Wilkins, CSA

As Maintenance Manager for CSA at the Port of Mobile, Matt oversees the service and repair of the company’s specialized equipment.

The Cooper Group

January 4, 2022

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Kimberly Billups, CP&O

The Cooper Group

January 4, 2022

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Kimberly Billups, CP&O

Kimberly Billups has been part of the CP&O team since 2002, though she came to the industry from an unexpected place.

The Cooper Group

September 8, 2021

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Ted Gayk, CP&O

The Cooper Group

September 8, 2021

Ted Gayk has spent his entire career in the marine transportation industry. Upon graduating college, he set out to begin his profession -- not in the transportation industry, but as a teacher.

The Cooper Group

August 16, 2021

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Randy Vick, Regional Director of Loss Control, Cooper Marine and Timberlands

The Cooper Group

August 16, 2021

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Randy Vick, Regional Director of Loss Control, Cooper Marine and Timberlands

As the Regional Director of Loss Control for Cooper Marine and Timberlands, Randy Vick is tasked with the responsibility of managing the safety of the marine division's crews and fleet.

The Cooper Group

July 19, 2021

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Patty Turner, Accounts Payable, Cooper/Ports America

The Cooper Group

July 19, 2021

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Patty Turner, Accounts Payable, Cooper/Ports America

You may not find Patty Turner working the dock, but she nonetheless plays a pivotal role in keeping Cooper/Ports America running smoothly.

The Cooper Group

July 6, 2021

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Joshua Overstreet, Deckhand, Cooper Marine and Timberlands

The Cooper Group

July 6, 2021

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Joshua Overstreet, Deckhand, Cooper Marine and Timberlands

Joshua Overstreet, deckhand for Cooper Marine and Timberlands, discusses life working on the river.

The Cooper Group

June 21, 2021

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Ann Trabeaux, Cooper Consolidated

The Cooper Group

June 21, 2021

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Ann Trabeaux, Cooper Consolidated

Ann Trabeaux plays a vital role at Cooper Consolidated's Darrow office.

The Cooper Group

May 13, 2021

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Michael Pugh, Blakeley BoatWorks

The Cooper Group

May 13, 2021

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Michael Pugh, Blakeley BoatWorks

Michael Pugh, Paint Supervisor, has more than 35 years of shipyard experience.

The Cooper Group

January 13, 2021

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Jesse Gomez, HSE General Manager, C/PA

The Cooper Group

January 13, 2021

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Jesse Gomez, HSE General Manager, C/PA

As Health, Safety and Environment General Manager, Jesse is responsible for building a positive safety culture within C/PA.

The Cooper Group

December 8, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Johnny Bryant, Blakeley BoatWorks

The Cooper Group

December 8, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Johnny Bryant, Blakeley BoatWorks

As Shipyard Repair Supervisor for Blakeley BoatWorks, Johnny Bryant is responsible for ensuring vessels are repaired to the highest standards and delivered to customers in a timely manner.

The Cooper Group

November 9, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Tilford Kulp, Dispatcher

The Cooper Group

November 9, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Tilford Kulp, Dispatcher

Tilford Kulp has been part of the Cooper/T. Smith team for more than 33 years, and part of the Crescent Towing family for even longer. As the son of Crescent’s former Senior Vice President, Arthur Kulp, Till grew up in the midst of the maritime industry.

The Cooper Group

November 2, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Juan Ramirez, Shipyard Supervisor, Blakeley BoatWorks

The Cooper Group

November 2, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Juan Ramirez, Shipyard Supervisor, Blakeley BoatWorks

Working as Shipyard Supervisor at Blakeley BoatWorks, Juan is responsible for ensuring that projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the high-quality standards our customers expect.

The Cooper Group

October 29, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Deborah Deister, Cooper Consolidated

The Cooper Group

October 29, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Deborah Deister, Cooper Consolidated

As a Dispatcher for Cooper Consolidated’s Darrow and Mile 207 fleets, Deborah truly loves her job and the role she plays within the company.

The Cooper Group

September 28, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Steve Dice, Stevedore, Cooper Marine and Timberlands

The Cooper Group

September 28, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Steve Dice, Stevedore, Cooper Marine and Timberlands

As a stevedore, Steve Dice is tasked with ensuring the safe, efficient and timely loading and unloading of bulk freight vessels and barges via Cooper Marine and Timberlands’ floating crane barges and gantry crane.

The Cooper Group

October 28, 2019

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Heather Lech, Cooper/T. Smith Mooring

The Cooper Group

October 28, 2019

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Heather Lech, Cooper/T. Smith Mooring

Heather Lech has been with the Cooper Group since 2012. An active member of WIMOs, she holds the distinction of being the first woman to board a CTS Mooring launch boat and participate in a job.

The Cooper Group

October 1, 2019

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Mary Ann McMillion, Cooper Consolidated

The Cooper Group

October 1, 2019

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Mary Ann McMillion, Cooper Consolidated

Mary Ann McMillion began her career with Cooper Consolidated in 1998 as a secretary. She now serves as Logistics Manager, responsible for overseeing the dispatch team, which includes Mile 164, Nucor, Darrow, and Mile 207.