Gary Laverdure serves as the Area Safety Manager at Southern Industrial Constructors, Inc. since February 2023. Prior to this role, Gary held various positions at Blue Knight Energy Partners from February 2016 to March 2023, and at Axeon Specialty Products from July 2014 to February 2016. A significant tenure was spent at NuStar Energy Corporation from April 2003 to June 2014, where responsibilities included managing operations for multiple equity terminals and overseeing a team of up to 63 employees and a budget of $30 million. Earlier experience includes roles at CITGO Petroleum from April 1991 to April 2003, featuring management of a bulk liquids marine facility. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from the University of Mount Olive, along with various safety certifications from the Southeastern OSHA Training Institute.