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Marketers prepared to adapt will be best positioned

May 15, 2020 By Randy Doyle

When we look at the impact of COVID-19 on the propane industry and the propane marketer, on balance, this crisis can create opportunity.

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Renewable propane can be used as a drop-in replacement in this Roush CleanTech engine. Photo by Joe McCarthy

PERC webinar discusses adopting propane autogas

May 13, 2020 By Carly Bemer

In a webinar, Steve Whaley of the Propane Education & Research Council asked two industry members to share their experiences using autogas.

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Encourage grill safety during COVID-19

May 12, 2020 By Ellen Kriz

Propane retailers may fill more cylinders as the coronavirus pandemic keeps residents at home and urges them to spend time outdoors.

This article is tagged with Canadian Propane Association (CPA), COVID-19, Nathalie St-Pierre, safety signals and posted in COVID-19, Current Issue, Featured

Grooms attended NPGA’s 2019 Propane Days in Washington, D.C., alongside Sen. Joni Ernst, right, and her daughter, Libby Ernst. Photo courtesy of Deb Grooms

Propane Personality: Deb Grooms

May 11, 2020 By Carly Bemer

Deb Grooms, CEO of the Iowa Propane Gas Association, has overcome both personal and professional hardships that have equipped her to lead.

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In the Know: Disaster planning in light of the coronavirus pandemic

May 7, 2020 By Tony Botts

The COVID-19 pandemic has been a wake-up call to many with regard to crisis communication and disaster management.

This article is tagged with business safety, communication, COVID-19, crisis communication, In the Know, Propane Resources LLC, safety, Tony Botts and posted in Blue Flame Blog, Current Issue

Blue Ridge Energy launched a campaign to help customers during a coronavirus-driven turndown of the economy. Photo: Blue Ridge Energy

LPG Spotlight: Blue Ridge Energy

May 1, 2020 By Carly Bemer

Blue Ridge Energy is giving back with its In This Together campaign to offer its communities financial relief in a time when many feel unsure.

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Propane provides energy dependability and security

April 27, 2020 By Tom Jaenicke

Tom Jaenicke, VP of propane marketing services at Warm Thoughts Communications, explains why propane is the best choice for on-site energy.

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Mike Hennen, Steph Hennen’s father and a Westmor Industries employee, built Steph a miniature pink bobtail model. Photo courtesy of Steph Hennen

Propane Personality: Steph Hennen

April 21, 2020 By Carly Bemer

Steph Hennen, marketing and customer service manager at Lakes Gas, is passionate about bringing young people into the propane industry.

This article is tagged with CHS Inc., Lakes Gas, Marshall Excelsior Co. (MEC), Propane Personality, Steph Hennen, Westmor Industries and posted in Current Issue, Featured

Distributor roles, relationships with marketers evolve

April 17, 2020 By Brian Richesson

A closer look at distributor dynamics reveals changes related to developing technologies and high expectations to provide equipment, knowledge and support for propane marketers.

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How to keep your business safe from cyberattacks

April 14, 2020 By Allison Kral

Cyberattacks often happen unexpectedly and can throw a company out of its digital comfort zone. With that in mind, check out some tips for ensuring your websites and information stay safe.

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