Working in the oilfield industry with her father since she was 19 years old, Janet Garvey jumped at the chance to open her business – Hurricane Pipe and Supply – in the East Montgomery County Industrial Park, getting the chance to work with her father again.
Janet first started as a logistics coordinator and worked her way to the operations manager of Met Set Consulting USA after completing a Business Management degree.
“Over the last few years, the oil industry has taken a bit of a hit, especially in Canada where I am from,” said Janet. “My father, who owns Command Tubular also in the EMC Industrial Park, and I began to talk about the possibility of moving myself and my husband down to Texas as we both work in oil and would like to continue to do so in an area that is still thriving.”
Thus, the idea of Hurricane Pipe & Supply came about where they could start their own business yet build off what her father, Charlie Garvey, has been able to establish over the past 40 years in the oil industry.
According to Janet, Hurricane Pipe & Supply buys and sells drill pipes. This ranges from new and used material, as well as any drilling equipment the customers may need.
“We are a hands-on company that can ensure our customers are receiving high-quality products that they can rely on,” said Janet. “Customers and vendors who work with Hurricane can expect high-quality service and products with a knowledgeable staff. We are always working to provide a positive experience and environment for those who work with us. We are a minority (female) owned company who understands small companies are just as important as the large ones to keep our industry moving forward.”