Two SIU officials recently were selected for appointment to the office of assistant vice president.They are Archie Ware, formerly the port agent in Jacksonville, Fla., and Bryan Powell, who previously worked as port agent in Tacoma, Wash. Ware was appointed to the post of SIU assistant vice president for contracts and contracts enforcement while Powell was named SIU assistant vice president of the West Coast.
Ware replaces the late Brother Steve Judd who passed away in March 2006; Powell fills the slot vacated by former Asst. VP West Coast Don Anderson who retired in October.
Ware embarked on his career with the Seafarers in 1978, joining in the port of New York. The Brooklyn, N.Y. native sailed in all three shipboard departments but eventually chose the deck department, earning his AB ticket in 1982. He completed bosun recertification at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in 1994. Prior to assuming duties as port agent in Jacksonville in 2005, he served in the same capacities at the ports of Houston and San Francisco.
“I would like to thank the entire union membership for everything they have done for me and my family over the years,” Ware said. “I consider everyone in the SIU as my family.”
Powell launched his career with the SIU in late 1993 in the port of Piney Point, Md.
After graduating from the unlicensed apprentice program at the SIU-affiliated Paul Hall Center, Powell was ready to experience life at sea. His initial years were spent in the engine department; he later moved into the steward department where he sailed for the next six years. During this time, Powell advanced to the rating of steward/baker and in 1999 decided to upgrade his skills at the Paul Hall Center. It was at that juncture that he came ashore to work as a union official.
Since that time, Powell has worked as a union representative in various ports, including headquarters, Piney Point, Houston, Jacksonville and Wilmington. In 2002, he was appointed port agent in Tacoma. He remained in that post until being tapped for appointment to his current position.
“I was honored to receive this appointment, and greatly appreciate the confidence and support I have received from President Mike Sacco, the executive board and the membership,” Powell said. “It is an honor to serve the union.”
Powell is working on the completion of his MBA degree from the University of Phoenix.
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