2025 Annual Maritime Dinner
Honoring Roger Guenther, 2025 Maritime Leader of the Year
Bayou City Event Center
9401 Knight RdHouston, TX 77045
The Greater Houston Port Bureau (“Port Bureau”) is pleased to announce that Roger Guenther, retired executive director of Port Houston, has been named the 2025 Maritime Leader of the Year. Guenther will be honored at the Port Bureau’s Annual Maritime Dinner on August 23, 2025. The Port Bureau Board of Directors named Guenther as the 2025 honoree for his leadership and commitment to the port region.
"We recognize Roger Guenther as the Greater Houston Port Bureau's 2025 Maritime Leader of the Year. For over 35 years, he demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the growth and success of our maritime industry and made a profound impact on the port of Houston and beyond,” said Vincent DiCosimo, chairman of the Greater Houston Port Bureau.
Guenther joined Port Houston in 1988, serving as executive director from 2014 until he retired in 2024. Prior to this, he served as deputy executive director of operations and was responsible for all container and breakbulk cargo operations, management and construction of capital development projects, facility and asset maintenance, and real estate interests. Guenther was appointed by Governor Gregg Abbott to the board of the Gulf Coast Protection District and continues to support the maritime industry in this role.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
Title Sponsor
Queen of the Fleet Sponsors
The Annual Maritime Dinner is one of the largest maritime formal business events in the U.S. with over 800 attendees, bringing together maritime, transportation, and industry professionals and their guests to recognize the Maritime Leader of the Year.
Attendees are treated to an elegant night filled with complimentary perks, including free valet or self-parking, open bar during the cocktail reception, professional photography, and wine service during the gourmet dinner. The cocktail reception features a silent auction. Following the program, guests can enjoy an after party in the Lounge, featuring lite bites and live music. See photos from our 95th Annual Maritime Dinner on Facebook!
Click the image below to watch a recap of the 2024 Maritime Dinner:
Proceeds from the Annual Maritime Dinner support the Port Bureau’s regional maritime advocacy efforts.
Table Sponsorships:
- Includes reserved table of 10 (2 tables included with Title Sponsor)
- Logo or company name recognition in sponsor presentation and all print and digital media, commensurate with level
- Location in ballroom is commensurate with level and date of registration
Event Underwriters:
- Includes 2 tickets seated together ($900 value)
- Premium logo recognition at event, in sponsor presentation, and all print and digital media
All guests receive:
- Cocktail reception with open bar
- Gourmet dinner
- Complimentary valet or parking
- Access to The Lounge after the program close
Can't attend? Get the best value for your marketing with our sponsorship only options from $500 - $5,000.
Please note: Sponsorship commitments must be received by August 1, 2025, to be guaranteed print recognition.
| Price | |
|---|---|
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Title Sponsor - EARLY BIRD
-- 2 Premium reserved tables of 10 (20 seats total) seated directly beside the honoree -- Recognition in Dinner program, during program, press release and communications. |
$25,000.00 |
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Title Sponsor
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$35,000.00 |
| Price | |
|---|---|
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Queen of the Fleet Sponsor
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$15,000.00 |
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Admiral Sponsor
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$10,000.00 |
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Admiral Sponsor - Non-Member Pricing
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$10,500.00 |
| Price | |
|---|---|
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Vice Admiral Sponsor - Members - EARLY BIRD
-- Company name recognition in digital and print marketing materials -- Sign up early for 2024 prices! Prices increase April 1. |
$5,000.00 |
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Vice Admiral Sponsor - Non-Members - EARLY BIRD
-- Company name recognition in digital and print marketing materials -- Sign up early to get 2024 prices! Prices increase April 1, 2025. |
$5,500.00 |
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Vice Admiral Sponsor - Members
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$7,500.00 |
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Vice Admiral Sponsor - Non-Members
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$8,000.00 |
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Commodore Sponsor - Members Only - EARLY BIRD
-- Company name recognition in Dinner sponsor presentation and select print and digital media -- Sign up early to get 2024 prices! Prices increase April 1, 2025. |
$3,000.00 |
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Commodore Sponsor - Members Only
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$4,000.00 |
| Price | |
|---|---|
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Lounge Sponsor
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$15,000.00 |
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Decor Sponsor
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$5,000.00 |
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Diamond Auction Sponsor
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$5,000.00 |
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Raffle Sponsor
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$3,500.00 |
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Photobooth Sponsor
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$3,500.00 |
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Valet Sponsor
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$2,500.00 |
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Photography Sponsor
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$2,500.00 |
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Premier Auction Sponsor
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$2,500.00 |
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Dinner Bar Sponsor
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$2,500.00 |
Product Add-ons
| Add-ons | Price |
|---|---|
| Floral Sponsor View Product | $1,000.00 |
| Platinum Auction Sponsor View Product | $1,000.00 |
| Gold Auction Sponsor View Product | $500.00 |
Agenda
| August 23 | |
| 5:30 PM - 7:15 PM | Cocktail Reception & Silent Auction Complimentary valet and parking. Attire: black tie preferred. |
| 7:15 PM - 8:15 PM | Dinner Silent Auction continues. |
| 8:15 PM - 8:15 PM | Close of Silent Auction |
| 8:15 PM - 9:00 PM | Honoree Recognition |
| 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM | Post Event Social in The Lounge Featuring music, lite bites, and cocktails. Open to all Maritime Dinner attendees! |
