By Mark Edward Nero
On Feb. 14, the Port of Vancouver USA’s Board of Commissioners voted 2-1 to officially install interim CEO/Executive Director Julianna Marler into the job permanently, making her the first female CEO in the port’s 105-year history and one of just a handful of female port CEOs in the country.
Her employment agreement includes a $202,801 annual salary, plus $500 monthly car allowance and deferred compensation totaling 15 percent of her salary for a term of four years.
Marler was appointed interim CEO by the port’s commission after the departure of Todd Coleman in May 2016. She led the port in dual roles as CEO and Chief Financial and Administrative Officer before being selected through a rigorous recruiting process that included an international search and interviews with port staff, community stakeholders and commissioners.
“I’m excited about where the port is going and honored to lead this great team,” Marler said in a statement. “I look forward to working with our commissioners to ensure the port continues to be an economic engine and a good partner in building a strong and vibrant community.”
Marler’s credentials include a diverse background in logistics, sales, procurement and contracts, and leadership in finance and administration.
In her role as the port’s Chief Financial and Administrative Officer, Marler was responsible for managing and progressing the port’s business practices, as well as overseeing strategic programming to help the port move forward with its mission and vision.
The port said her priorities as CEO would include completing the $275 million West Vancouver Freight Access project in early 2018; finishing the 125,000-square-foot Centennial Industrial Building this summer and leasing space to new or growing employers; and continuing to move Terminal 1 forward to realize the port’s vision for its historic waterfront property.
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Friday, January 27, 2017
Port of Vancouver USA Picks New CEO
By Mark Edward Nero
The Port of Vancouver USA Board of Commissioners on Jan. 24 voted 2-1 to hire interim CEO Julianna Marler as the port’s permanent CEO/Executive Director.
“I deeply appreciate the commission’s support and the rigorous process they went through to select me as CEO,” Marler said. “The Port of Vancouver plays a significant role in building a strong, healthy and vibrant region, and I look forward leading the port into to a thriving future.”
Marler, who was appointed interim CEO by the board in May 2016, was one of three finalists for the position. The other two were current Port of Olympia Executive Director Edward Galligan, and Arthur Scheunemann, former President and CEO of the Economic Development Council of Seattle and King County.
“We had three highly qualified candidates, and that made this a hard decision,” Commission President Brian Wolfe said. “I believe Julianna is best suited to take us forward and realize the vision this port has for connecting with the community and bringing economic benefit to our region.”
“Julianna was stacked up against the best of the industry and she’s the most qualified candidate,” Commission Vice President Eric LaBrant said. “I think this positions us well for moving forward with the vision this port has for its future.”
Commission Secretary Jerry Oliver cast the dissenting vote, but said he would support the CEO selected by the commission.
“I’m excited for what lies ahead and look forward to working with Ms. Marler to realize the opportunities that will mean so much to this port and the community,” Oliver said.
With the vote to hire Marler, the Board of Commissioners directed port Director of Human Resources Jonathan Eder to negotiate terms of employment, including salary, benefits and a start date, which must be approved by the commission.
The port said it expects to present this as an action item at the next regularly scheduled Board of Commissioners meeting, scheduled for Feb. 14.
If approved, she would replace ex-CEO Todd Coleman, who stepped down from the position in May 2016. Coleman, an engineer by trade, began his career with the port in 2001, when he was hired as facilities manager. After three promotions, he was named deputy executive director in 2005. He was appointed CEO in 2012 and said at the time that he intended to lead the port for just four years.
The Port of Vancouver USA Board of Commissioners on Jan. 24 voted 2-1 to hire interim CEO Julianna Marler as the port’s permanent CEO/Executive Director.
“I deeply appreciate the commission’s support and the rigorous process they went through to select me as CEO,” Marler said. “The Port of Vancouver plays a significant role in building a strong, healthy and vibrant region, and I look forward leading the port into to a thriving future.”
Marler, who was appointed interim CEO by the board in May 2016, was one of three finalists for the position. The other two were current Port of Olympia Executive Director Edward Galligan, and Arthur Scheunemann, former President and CEO of the Economic Development Council of Seattle and King County.
“We had three highly qualified candidates, and that made this a hard decision,” Commission President Brian Wolfe said. “I believe Julianna is best suited to take us forward and realize the vision this port has for connecting with the community and bringing economic benefit to our region.”
“Julianna was stacked up against the best of the industry and she’s the most qualified candidate,” Commission Vice President Eric LaBrant said. “I think this positions us well for moving forward with the vision this port has for its future.”
Commission Secretary Jerry Oliver cast the dissenting vote, but said he would support the CEO selected by the commission.
“I’m excited for what lies ahead and look forward to working with Ms. Marler to realize the opportunities that will mean so much to this port and the community,” Oliver said.
With the vote to hire Marler, the Board of Commissioners directed port Director of Human Resources Jonathan Eder to negotiate terms of employment, including salary, benefits and a start date, which must be approved by the commission.
The port said it expects to present this as an action item at the next regularly scheduled Board of Commissioners meeting, scheduled for Feb. 14.
If approved, she would replace ex-CEO Todd Coleman, who stepped down from the position in May 2016. Coleman, an engineer by trade, began his career with the port in 2001, when he was hired as facilities manager. After three promotions, he was named deputy executive director in 2005. He was appointed CEO in 2012 and said at the time that he intended to lead the port for just four years.
Friday, May 13, 2016
Vancouver USA Appoints Interim CEO
By Mark Edward Nero
On May 10, the Port of Vancouver USA Board of Commissioners unanimously appointed Julianna Marler as the port’s interim CEO, effective May 20.
Marler steps up to the helm as current CEO Todd Coleman departs the port on May 19.
She has been with the Port of Vancouver since September 2008, and in October 2014 was appointed Chief Financial and Administrative Officer. As CFAO, her duties have included developing and establishing business policies; overall operational and budget responsibility for administration, contracts, information technology, finance and accounting; and ensuring that all activities and operations are performed in compliance with local, state and federal regulations and laws.
Prior to joining the port, Marler worked for the City of Vancouver for nine years as a procurement services manager, responsible for the purchasing, contract administration and accounts payable divisions.
“Julianna has exactly the skills we need right now,” port commission President Jerry Oliver said. “She is a well-respected leader with the right perspective for the projects and issues at hand, and she has the support of the port’s leadership team.”
Also during the May 10 meeting, the Board of Commissioners directed staff to begin the process of recruiting a new permanent CEO. The process, according to the port, is likely to take three to six months, and could include engaging with a recruiting firm to assist in the process.
Current CEO Todd Coleman said May 3 that he was stepping down from the position.
Coleman, an engineer by trade, began his career with the port in 2001, when he was hired as facilities manager. After three promotions, he was named deputy executive director in 2005. He was appointed CEO in 2012 and said at the time that he intended to lead the port for just four years.
On May 10, the Port of Vancouver USA Board of Commissioners unanimously appointed Julianna Marler as the port’s interim CEO, effective May 20.
Marler steps up to the helm as current CEO Todd Coleman departs the port on May 19.
She has been with the Port of Vancouver since September 2008, and in October 2014 was appointed Chief Financial and Administrative Officer. As CFAO, her duties have included developing and establishing business policies; overall operational and budget responsibility for administration, contracts, information technology, finance and accounting; and ensuring that all activities and operations are performed in compliance with local, state and federal regulations and laws.
Prior to joining the port, Marler worked for the City of Vancouver for nine years as a procurement services manager, responsible for the purchasing, contract administration and accounts payable divisions.
“Julianna has exactly the skills we need right now,” port commission President Jerry Oliver said. “She is a well-respected leader with the right perspective for the projects and issues at hand, and she has the support of the port’s leadership team.”
Also during the May 10 meeting, the Board of Commissioners directed staff to begin the process of recruiting a new permanent CEO. The process, according to the port, is likely to take three to six months, and could include engaging with a recruiting firm to assist in the process.
Current CEO Todd Coleman said May 3 that he was stepping down from the position.
Coleman, an engineer by trade, began his career with the port in 2001, when he was hired as facilities manager. After three promotions, he was named deputy executive director in 2005. He was appointed CEO in 2012 and said at the time that he intended to lead the port for just four years.
Friday, May 6, 2016
Vancouver USA CEO Stepping Down
By Mark Edward Nero
After fifteen years with the Port of Vancouver USA, Todd Coleman is stepping down from his role as CEO effective May 19, he and the port confirmed May 3.
Coleman, an engineer by trade, began his career with the port in 2001, when he was hired as facilities manager. After three promotions, he was named deputy executive director in 2005. He was appointed CEO in 2012 and said at the time that he intended to lead the port for just four years.
“I believe everyone has a season,” Coleman said in a statement explaining his impending departure. “I committed to leading this amazing organization for four years, and we’ve accomplished so much in that time.” Among the accomplishments by the port under Coleman’s leadership:
• A more than doubling its acreage, growing to over 2,100 acres of industrial and ecological land along the Columbia River.
• An increase in its annual operating revenue from $32 million to $38 million.
• Improvement in the depth and breadth of cargo handled. The port now moves nearly seven million metric tons of cargo per year, including grain, automobiles, wind energy components, fertilizer, minerals, steel and wood pulp.
• The construction of a new rail entrance to the port and relocating tracks to reduce congestion and keep goods moving through Vancouver.
• The launching of redevelopment of the port’s first marine terminal – Terminal 1 – which was built in the 1920s.
In March, the port reported that 2015 was its best year ever for both revenue and tonnage in the port’s 104-year history. It saw a record $38.2 million in operating revenue in 2015, up from the previous record of $37.5 million in 2014.
“We’re on a great trajectory, and we have talented people and the right assets in place to continue achieving great things for our port and community,” Coleman said.
Vancouver USA’s Board of Commissioners is expected to appoint an interim CEO in the next few weeks while the port moves through the hiring process. Coleman has said he plans to spend some time with his family this summer before seeking a new opportunity.
“Todd is an incredible leader,” Port Commission President Jerry Oliver said. “He’s been a tireless advocate for the Port of Vancouver, our industry and the community. We will miss him greatly and wish him all the best.”
After fifteen years with the Port of Vancouver USA, Todd Coleman is stepping down from his role as CEO effective May 19, he and the port confirmed May 3.
Coleman, an engineer by trade, began his career with the port in 2001, when he was hired as facilities manager. After three promotions, he was named deputy executive director in 2005. He was appointed CEO in 2012 and said at the time that he intended to lead the port for just four years.
“I believe everyone has a season,” Coleman said in a statement explaining his impending departure. “I committed to leading this amazing organization for four years, and we’ve accomplished so much in that time.” Among the accomplishments by the port under Coleman’s leadership:
• A more than doubling its acreage, growing to over 2,100 acres of industrial and ecological land along the Columbia River.
• An increase in its annual operating revenue from $32 million to $38 million.
• Improvement in the depth and breadth of cargo handled. The port now moves nearly seven million metric tons of cargo per year, including grain, automobiles, wind energy components, fertilizer, minerals, steel and wood pulp.
• The construction of a new rail entrance to the port and relocating tracks to reduce congestion and keep goods moving through Vancouver.
• The launching of redevelopment of the port’s first marine terminal – Terminal 1 – which was built in the 1920s.
In March, the port reported that 2015 was its best year ever for both revenue and tonnage in the port’s 104-year history. It saw a record $38.2 million in operating revenue in 2015, up from the previous record of $37.5 million in 2014.
“We’re on a great trajectory, and we have talented people and the right assets in place to continue achieving great things for our port and community,” Coleman said.
Vancouver USA’s Board of Commissioners is expected to appoint an interim CEO in the next few weeks while the port moves through the hiring process. Coleman has said he plans to spend some time with his family this summer before seeking a new opportunity.
“Todd is an incredible leader,” Port Commission President Jerry Oliver said. “He’s been a tireless advocate for the Port of Vancouver, our industry and the community. We will miss him greatly and wish him all the best.”
Friday, July 27, 2012
Port of Vancouver Approves New Director’s Salary
The Board of Commissioners
for the Port of Vancouver USA has approved a salary for the port’s new executive
director. Todd Coleman, who was promoted from the position of assistant executive
director, will make over $186,000 annually, almost $17,000 a year more than his
previous salary.
The amount is also more
than $16,000 a year higher than what the man he replaces earned. Larry Paulson,
who retired April 29 after having been executive director since 1999, was paid about
$169,500 a year.
In making the decision during
a July 24 open session, the three-member commission said the salary amount was chosen
based partially on reviewing the salaries of high-level executives at comparable
ports in the Pacific Northwest.
For example, Port of Tacoma
executive director John Wolfe is paid about $220,000 a year, while the recently-named
new director of the Port of Longview, Geir Kalhagen, is expected to earn about $150,000
annually. His predecessor, Ken O’Hollaren, who’s retiring in late December, earned
about $135,600 a year.
Coleman first joined the
Port of Vancouver USA five years ago after previously being a partner in an engineering
consulting firm, Coleman & Davido Engineering Consultants, in Estacada, Oregon.
He also previously held positions with two other Oregon companies, URS Inc. and
Parametrix Inc.
