BROWNSVILLE, Texas — The Port of Brownsville announces the promotion of Jorge I. Montero as new director of communications, effective Dec. 17, 2018.

Montero has more than 14 years of experience in journalism, marketing and communications, previously serving as communications specialist for the port. He now oversees the department responsible for implementing internal and external communications and media relations efforts for the Port of Brownsville.

Prior to joining the port, Montero worked for the Brownsville Economic Development Council as marketing and design coordinator and assistant director of Spanish publications for the Brownsville Herald. He earned a B.A. from the University of Texas at Brownsville (now UTRGV).