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MINNESOTA (April 1) — Rural Computer Consultants (RCC) and Vivid Image have jointly been recognized as recipients of the Summit Emerging Media Leader Award for the innovative "Making Propane Sexy" marketing initiative.

RICHMOND, Va. — March 2025 — The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) has hired Joel Stutheit as senior manager of business development for its on-road market portfolio. In his new role, Stutheit will be responsible for growing propane autogas market share for on-highway light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles.

VALLEY FORGE, Pa. — March 10 — UGI Corporation announced that Julie Fazio has been appointed as president of UGI International, effective immediately. UGI International is a distributor of liquefied petroleum gas for 16 countries in Europe. 

Canton, Mass. — Feb. 26 — Gray, Gray & Gray, LLP, a business consulting and accounting firm based in Canton, Massachusetts, has announced that Rob Levene, former President & CEO of Levco Energy (Trumbull, Connecticut) has joined the firm’s Energy Practice Group as a consultant, serving as director of operational consulting. 

Toledo, Ohio — Feb. 19 — Bergquist, a wholesale propane equipment distributor, has announced the promotion of three key team members, marking a significant step in driving growth and innovation across the organization. 

Carrollton, TX — Feb. 6, 2025 — Gas Equipment Company Inc. (GEC) announced a strategic leadership transition to support ongoing growth and expansion. As part of a global realignment within MAKEEN Energy, GEC’s CEO, Gijs Majoor, will expand his role to lead MAKEEN Energy’s Gas Equipment operations globally.

Duncansville, PA — Westmor Industries LLC recently hired Ryan Decker as a territory manager in the company's Western Pennsylvania sales region. In his new role, Decker will serve the propane and petroleum industries, providing bobtail, refined fuel truck and crane service truck expertise to customers. 

The Missouri Propane Education and Research Council (MOPERC) has announced the election of its 2025 directors and officers. The Council consists of 15 volunteer members who guide the efforts of the Council to promote the safe use of propane through education, training and research. All directors elected are professionals in the propane industry and will serve three-year terms. Officers serve for one year. MOPERC programs are administered by executive staff. 

The installations occurred at the Council’s recent winter board meeting in Ridgedale, Missouri. 

Holdingford, MN — Jan. 14, 2025 — Jarco, a propane and fuel delivery equipment company, has announced the addition of Darin Wilmes as regional sales manager. With over 16 years of sales expertise and more than a decade in management, Wilmes’ understanding of propane operations, cooperative partnerships and customer-focused solutions makes him a valued addition to the team. His ability to grow customer bases, deliver tailored solutions, and foster long-term relationships aligns with Jarco’s mission to provide the propane industry with innovation and integrity. 

Lancaster, Pennsylvania — Nov. 22, 2024 — Cargas has announced a change to its organizational structure with the introduction of a new senior role. Dennis DiSabatino, formerly vice president of Sales & Operations for the Cargas Energy business unit, will take on the role of senior vice president of Sales & Operations across Cargas. 

In this position, Dennis will oversee revenue and operations for the entire company to increase software adoption and support all ERP and CRM product and service offerings that Cargas brings to market. 

Shawnee, KS — Colton Hayes, Southeastern Truck and Trailer territory manager at Westmor, has been appointed to the position of director at large for the Propane Marketers Association of Kansas (PMAK). 

WHIPPANY, N.J. — Nov. 15 — Suburban Propane Partners L.P., a nationwide distributor of propane, renewable propane, renewable natural gas, fuel oil and related products and services, announced an executive promotion in line with its planned management succession. As previously announced, Steven C. Boyd, the company's chief operating officer, will retire effective January 1, 2025. 

West Palm Beach, FL — Nov. 18 — Blue Peak Resources, a merger and acquisitions consulting firm, announced that Paula Wilson has joined the organization as its latest team member. 

Nov. 5, 2024 — After 42 years of service to the propane industry, Steve Ward — Gardner Marsh’s technical products specialist — has announced his upcoming retirement, effective December 31, 2024. Ward's long-standing employment at Gardner Marsh has provided the company and its customers with knowledge, expertise and leadership. 

AURORA, CO — B&A Energy Partners has announced the recently completed sale of the propane assets of Mor-Gas Inc. of Pisgah, Alabama, to Allgas Inc. Shirely Moore Knight, former owner of Mor-Gas Inc., said about the process, “Partnering with B&A Energy Partners made the process simple, transparent and the outcome was better than we expected. We were able to keep running the company while they managed the details of the sale. Benny Gay was always available to assist and guide us through every step!”

ASHEVILLE, NC — In a display of community spirit and collaboration, local residents and businesses have come together to provide much-needed relief to Western North Carolina (WNC) following recent challenges faced in the region.