Magnolia River, a certified, woman-owned small business, is a solutions-based company specializing in Infrastructure, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and Energy Management Solutions, and is proud to be celebrating its 10th anniversary. Kimberly Hoff, President/CEO, and Ronnie Hoff, Executive Vice President and COO, founded Magnolia River in 2000 focusing efforts in the natural gas industry. Today, this growing company provides infrastructure, GIS, and energy solutions using the safest and most cost-effective methods to deliver and manage energy.
“Magnolia River got started in the natural gas industry with project management, inspection, and professional services, and did everything but actually put the pipe in the ground,” Vice President of Government Solutions Dale Jobes states. “From there, we’ve grown into providing turnkey solutions to federal, state, and local government, as well as private firms. If your infrastructure is not performing at maximum efficiency, we can find it, build it, fix it, or repair it.”
Jobes continues, “Our first client was Alagasco and 10 years later, they’re still a client. That’s a testament to our customer-focused, quality solutions.” Ed Guy of Alagasco adds, “The Magnolia River team of dedicated employees has always done an excellent job and gone beyond the call of duty. Their customer service and follow-up is outstanding.”
Magnolia River’s Infrastructure Solutions include capacity studies, horizontal replacement and installation, construction management, professional services, modeling, and maintaining the infrastructure system. Magnolia River’s Infrastructure clients include Redstone Arsenal, Yuma Proving Ground, Atlanta Gas Light, Alagasco, and Mobile Gas. The company is in the final stages of completing more than 30 miles of a turnkey, natural gas replacement at Redstone Arsenal. Duane Brandt of Chugach World Services, Inc., ISS Program Manager at Redstone Arsenal, says, “Magnolia River is a great company that embodies ‘what right looks like’ in satisfying customers. They have provided Redstone Arsenal, my staff, and myself with exceptional service, quality products/solutions, and always exceeded our expectations.”
Magnolia River’s GIS solutions involve more efficient asset management and a common operating picture. Solutions range from mapping so utilities know where their underground lines are located, to training and continuous updates of GIS information. Additional areas of focus are on system management, database development and integration, data collection, documentation/training, custom GIS tools, and modeling and analysis. Magnolia River’s GIS clients include Redstone Arsenal, Anniston Army Depot, Columbus AFB, Fort Rucker, Atlanta Gas Light, and Alagasco.
The newest service provided by Magnolia River is Energy Solutions. The focus of this growth area is on-site energy management and renewable energy, such as wind, solar, or geothermal, to enhance energy efficiency. Magnolia River’s Energy clients include Carlisle Barracks, Yuma Proving Ground, and Fort Hamilton.
“Magnolia River offers an integrated approach in the evaluation, replacement/installation, and management of resources in local, state, federal, and commercial areas,” Kim comments. “Our experienced team and strong track record make us the premier partner for projects dealing with infrastructure, GIS, and energy management.”
Ronnie adds, “Magnolia River prides itself on its business philosophy that stresses quality, experience, long term relationships, and personal service. We have an excellent record of project completions, which has led to significant repeat customer business. We use proven methods of planning, scheduling, and execution to complete projects in a timely manner, on budget, and with quality at the forefront.”
