RALEIGH, (SGRToday.com) - Brunswick County resident Tom Adams will lead the board that oversees the state's port operations.

Adams was appointed to the Board of Directors by the Speaker of the North Carolina House in January.  He is the president and CEO of Adams Building and Consulting Company, LLC.  He has extensive experience in construction management, development and general construction.

He serves on the Brunswick County Economic Development Commission, the South Brunswick Islands Small Business Alliance, the South Brunswick Islands Rotary Club and the Cape Fear Council Boy Scouts of America Executive Board.
 
The Board is responsible for staying informed on world trade and economic trends and developments, and making informed decisions about the Ports’ operation.

Membership includes Tony Tata, the Secretary of Transportation, and six members appointed by the governor.  The remaining four are appointed by the General Assembly.  The governor selects the chairman and the vice chairman.