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Brian Richesson is the editor in chief of LP Gas Magazine. Contact him at brichesson@northcoastmedia.net or 216-706-3748.

Posts by Brian Richesson

Events of last winter lead to industry recommendations on supply Posted on 31 Jul 2014 in the Current Issue categories.

Propane marketers gathered at industry meetings in February to discuss the ongoing challenges that were preventing our product from moving to needed destinations. Marketers were relatively calm during those National... Read more»

Propane helps modern farmers fuel farm production Posted on 31 Jul 2014 in the Current Issue & Featured categories.

They spend billions, burn millions, and what we know about today’s farming operations can only benefit your business.  Dennis Carnahan set out to tell agriculture’s story in a personal and... Read more»

Pipeline association president urges propane industry to utilize available capacity Posted on 17 Jul 2014 in the News categories.

The regional propane shortages of last winter were not the result of inadequate pipeline infrastructure or insufficient national propane supply, says the head of the Association of Oil Pipe Lines.... Read more»

The dangers of do-it-yourself gas projects Posted on 18 Jun 2014 in the Current Issue & Featured categories.

A new industry campaign urges do-it-yourselfers to ‘leave no doubt’ and contact a professional. Furled eyebrows, frowns and a deep look of concern cross their faces, a blackened house charred... Read more»

Propane marketers testify to Senate energy committee on last winter’s struggles Posted on 22 May 2014 in the Featured & News categories.

The propane industry finds itself in a “true energy revolution,” impacted by strong domestic production, record U.S. exports and changing pipeline infrastructure – all affecting inventories, distribution and retailers’ ability... Read more»

Southeast show offers reprieve from winter, a look at where we stand Posted on 12 May 2014 in the Current Issue categories.

Events and discussions that take place every year at the industry’s largest trade show help us explore our past, present and future. Signs of our most recent past and the... Read more»

Energy Distribution Partners plans growth through retail propane and midstream deals Posted on 02 May 2014 in the Current Issue & Featured categories.

A new energy company with a veteran propane industry leader is now on the scene, poised for growth through retail propane and midstream acquisitions and mergers. Chicago-based Energy Distribution Partners... Read more»

Congressional testimony adds insight into new energy environment Posted on 22 Apr 2014 in the Current Issue categories.

Transcripts from a congressional hearing don’t exactly equate to light reading, but one can gain an understanding about winter supply and distribution challenges facing the propane industry from testimony given... Read more»

Cinnabon president shares stories, strategies for business success Posted on 17 Apr 2014 in the News categories.

Kat Cole’s journey to president of Cinnabon and the business strategies that have made the cinnamon roll-making company among the most recognized brands in the country topped the Southeast show’s... Read more»

LP Gas Hall of Fame Profile: Daniel N. Myers Posted on 01 Apr 2014 in the Current Issue & Hall of Fame categories.

The LP Gas Hall of Fame welcomed five inductees to the Class of 2014 during a dinner and awards ceremony on April 11 in Atlanta. They are Daniel N. Myers... Read more»