EXPERT ON:
◉ Customer Experience & Branding
◉ Decision-Making & Emotional Intelligence
◉ Entrepreneurship & Innovation
◉ Leadership Development
◉ Motivation & Mindset
◉ Team Building & Collaboration
◉ Health and Safety
EXPERIENCE:
◉ Seasoned Industry Leader & Entrepreneur — Elton A. Hollis, III brings over 28 years of hands-on experience in the Oil and Gas Construction sector, serving as Owner of Hol-Tech Resources, LLC and Vice President of RT Technical Solutions LLC, with expertise spanning safety, quality, compliance, and industrial operations.
◉ Workforce Developer & Community Builder — A committed mentor and educator, Elton supports workforce development through training grants with Lamar Institute of Technology, leads business seminars, and co-founded regional networks like the Golden Triangle Industrial Group and the Contractors Business Development Group to drive local economic growth.
◉ Recognized Thought Leader & Author — A recipient of the 2022 BBB Torch Award for Ethics in Microbusiness, Elton is a published author of Creative Problem Solving and Buy Into Yourself First, with his leadership and entrepreneurial journey featured in multiple national and international publications.
◉ 2024 ISTC Safety Trainer of The Year Award
◉ SOWELA Technical College
◉ BBB Foundation Chairman of The Board for 2026
Owner, Hol-Tech Resources, LLC | Vice President, RT Technical Solutions LLC
Elton A. Hollis, III is a seasoned entrepreneur and industry leader with over 28 years of hands-on experience in the Oil and Gas Construction sector.
As the owner of Hol-Tech Resources, LLC—a full-service consulting firm specializing in Safety, Quality, and Compliance—Elton delivers training, coaching, and operational guidance to clients across the industrial, commercial, and small business landscape.
He also serves as Vice President of RT Technical Solutions LLC, helping guide the company’s mission to lead in the fields of industrial electrical and instrumentation.
Elton’s career spans a wide spectrum—from field laborer to executive ownership—and he’s built a reputation for practical problem-solving fueled by creativity and grit.
His small business training grant work with Lamar Institute of Technology exemplifies his commitment to workforce development and community empowerment.
He regularly mentors entrepreneurs, conducts marketing seminars, and speaks at events with one goal in mind: helping businesses succeed.
Elton is the co-founder of the Golden Triangle Industrial Group and vice chairperson of the Contractors Business Development Group—two monthly networks aimed at promoting regional growth by connecting companies with project opportunities.
He’s a 2022 graduate of Michigan State University (BBA) and proud member of the Leadership Beaumont Class of 2023—fondly known as “The Best Class Ever.”
His thought leadership and entrepreneurial spirit have been featured across multiple publications:
• Global Millionaire Magazine, InLife International, and Global Elite Entrepreneur (cover features)
• VT Post – Top 100 Entrepreneurs in Texas
• Elitepedia, The Los Angelers, Refine Post, and The Global Celebrity
As an author, he’s published two books: Creative Problem Solving (2021) and Buy Into Yourself First—a playbook for meaningful business growth.
He also released his first song, “Kirbyville,” which pays tribute to his East Texas upbringing. A new book is on the horizon.
Beyond business, Elton finds joy hiking the Texas Hill Country, spending time with his children and grandchildren, and volunteering across Southeast Texas.
He serves on the boards of the Port Arthur Education Foundation, Southeast Texas Education Foundation, and Louela Foundation, and frequently collaborates with the Greater Port Arthur Chamber of Commerce to put on charity events.
Leadership Southeast Texas graduate
- Leave BBB Torch Award Winner in Experience but remove in about section.
- Add 2024 ISTC Safety Trainer of The Year Award in Experience Section.
- Add SOWELA Technical College to same section as LIT grant training.
- Can we add “Health and Safety Expert” on the Expertise section?
- Add BBB Foundation Chairman of The Board for 2026
