The International Liquid Terminals Association (ILTA) has announced its 2025–2026 Board of Directors, following a membership vote and formal approval during the Association’s Annual Membership Meeting held on October 23 in Tampa, Florida. The newly elected Board will serve from October 2025 through Fall 2026, providing strategic oversight and leadership as ILTA continues to champion the interests of the liquid terminal industry.
New Leadership Team
The officers for the upcoming term are:
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Josh Etzel, Kinder Morgan, Inc. – Chair
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Vincent Di Cosimo, Targa Resources – Vice Chair
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Traci Johnson, International-Matex Tank Terminals – Treasurer
The Board of Directors also includes:
Chester Bullard (Howard Energy Partners), Maria Ciliberti (Vopak North America, Inc.), James Hill (BWC Terminals), Greg Mouras (Shell Pipeline Company LP), Elizabeth Parzanese (Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.), Joel Pastorek (Ergon, Inc.), Brent Weber (Intercontinental Terminals Company LLC), Meridith Wilson (Buckeye Partners, L.P.), Craig Yocham (Global Partners), and Regina Zolnor (MPLX Logistics and Storage Terminals).
Leakhena Swett, President of ILTA, continues to lead the Association’s day-to-day operations, while T. Pratt Summers of Colonial Group, Inc. serves as Ex-Officio.
New Directors and Departing Leaders
ILTA welcomed three new Directors to its governing board: Maria Ciliberti (Vopak North America), Elizabeth Parzanese (Energy Transfer Partners), and Craig Yocham (Global Partners).
The Association also extended its appreciation to Past Chair Tim Winters (Sprague Operating Resources LLC), Past Vice Chair Eric Conard (Petro-Diamond), and Director Jon Hunt (Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.), each of whom concluded more than nine years of dedicated service on the ILTA Board. Their leadership and commitment, ILTA noted, have been instrumental in strengthening the Association and advancing its mission.
President Leakhena Swett expressed gratitude for the outgoing leaders and optimism for the year ahead. “Tim, Eric, Jon, and Pratt have each played an instrumental role in shaping ILTA’s success and setting the foundation for the work ahead,” Swett said. “Their dedication, together with the passion of our incoming Board and the talent of our staff, ensures we can continue building on that progress and advancing the value we deliver to our members.”
A Strategic Path Forward
Incoming Chair Josh Etzel of Kinder Morgan, Inc. outlined his vision for ILTA’s continued growth and impact through his 2026 Chair’s Plan, emphasizing the Association’s readiness to meet evolving industry challenges.
“I am honoured to be elected Chair of the Board for the International Liquid Terminals Association,” Etzel said. “I step into this role at a time when ILTA is a healthy, strong, and impactful organisation, thanks to the dedication of our members and the leadership that has guided us here. As we look ahead, our industry faces both opportunities and challenges. This Chair’s Plan outlines a strategic path that builds on our strengths, adapts to change, and ensures ILTA remains a vital resource and advocate for our members.”
Etzel’s plan focuses on four key priorities:
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Member Value and Industry Leadership – Expanding education, training, advocacy resources, and opportunities for collaboration and benchmarking.
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Advocacy and Engagement in Washington – Strengthening ILTA’s policy voice through targeted government engagement and partnerships.
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Financial Health and Strategic Growth – Sustaining fiscal responsibility while broadening membership, sponsorship, and educational offerings.
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Relevance in a Changing Environment – Continuing digital modernization and enhancing the overall member experience.
Etzel also recognised outgoing Chair Pratt Summers for his leadership and stewardship. “Under Pratt’s guidance, the Association emerged on a much stronger financial footing and as a more stable and effective organization,” Etzel noted. “With a clear vision, strong leadership, and the unwavering support of our members, we are poised to advance our mission and strengthen our impact.”
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