Year: 2022

Unchecked Egos: The Enemy of Effective Leadership

It has been my experience that egos are prevalent among business leaders, myself included. They are what catapulted us into the corporate arena and made us want to lead successful…

Product Profile: South Texas Gateway Terminal

Tarsco in Spring, Texas was awarded the 2020 STI/SPFA API 650 Atmospheric Oil Storage Tank of the Year for the South Texas Gateway Terminal. We had an opportunity to speak…

Product Profile: Rectangular Fuel Storage Tank

Modern Welding in Owensboro, Ky. was awarded the 2021 STI/SPFA Shop Fabricated Atmospheric Storage Tank of the Year for the Rectangular Fuel Storage Tank project. We had an opportunity to…

Maintaining Employees by Building the Right Work Environment

I recently toured a couple of businesses I was considering acquiring. While the companies were similar, I had two distinctly different experiences. It all came down to the culture each…

Cut Costs Like a Pro, with Savings4Members

The easiest way to lower expenses with your STI/SPFA membership From credit card processing and fuel to office supplies, payroll, and everything in between – every business has operational costs.…

STI/SPFA Members Can Stay Connected with T-Mobile

Get ready for the biggest savings launch of the year! We understand how important it is to stay connected in a world where interconnectedness is more present than ever. Whether…

Welcome New Member Coastal Flange

STI/SPFA would like to welcome new Affiliate member Coastal Flange. Coastal Flange is a manufacturer and distributor of pipe flanges from 1/2″ through 200″ OD. Their Jersey Village, Texas facilities…

What Happens Behind the Scenes, Stays Behind the Scenes

There is nothing quite like a fine dining experience. You can expect the presentation and taste of your food to be perfect, service will be impeccable, and your server’s highest…

STI/SPFA Adds Valuable New Member Benefits

STI/SPFA is excited to announce a new partnership with Savings4Members that gives our network access to complimentary cost cutting services and exclusive discounts on everyday operating expenses. By partnering with…

The Value of Saying No

I admit it. I fell for the “say yes to everything” business practice trap. For most of my career, I was convinced that saying yes was my ticket to greater…