June 25, 2021
Save the Date: PPGA Membership Meeting in Reno

The Pacific Propane Gas Association will be having a membership meeting in conjunction with the Western Propane Trade Show and Convention. The meeting will be held Tuesday, August 10, 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm.
PPGA offers certified and non-certified employee training for those employed in the propane industry or looking to obtain propane training certification. To make training more accessible to everyone, classes are held in multiple locations. Classes are open to members and non-members and pre-registration is necessary. Consider sending your employees to this valuable training. Click here to learn more.
Introducing the New Propane Brand
The environmental landscape and national energy conversation are undergoing dramatic changes that threaten the viability of the propane industry. In response, PERC believes the industry must raise our voice in the national debate and assert its commitment to reducing emissions while providing access to clean, affordable energy for all. Industry leaders from both PERC and NPGA have identified two pillars for delivering new environmental messages in a unified voice:

  • Access to clean, affordable, and renewable energy like propane ensures equity on the path to zero emissions.

  • Clean and renewable energy like propane accelerates decarbonization today.

Supporting that pivotal change in how the industry tells propane’s story, PERC is launching a new logo and tagline to replace the seven-year-old “Clean American Energy” tagline and red, white, and blue eagle logo beginning Aug. 1.

To introduce and help industry professionals understand the strategy behind the rebrand, a four-part webinar series will be offered. The first webinar will be a panel discussion with NPGA and PERC leaders on how the new brand and messaging effort can impact both consumers and influencers at the federal, state, and local levels.
 
Erin Hatcher, from PERC, will explain the opportunity this new brand and messaging effort can have to secure market share with current and prospective customers and other consumer audiences. Sarah McLallen, from NPGA, will focus on the way the new brand and messages will assist in educating influencers from your local community, state houses across the country, and at the federal level.
PERC is offering this webinar twice, so sign up for either July 7th or 14th. You can also register for the proceeding three webinars at the link below, too!
Steel Container Demand
NPGA recently shared details on the highly competitive market for steel that is causing incredible demands on propane tank production with input from the Manufacturers and Distributors Sections of the NPGA Board of Directors. NPGA is continuing our discussions with Manufacturers, Distributors, and Marketers to gain insight on the dynamics to share with our members. Click Here for more information.
Save the date for the PPGA Annual Conference and WPGA Chairwoman’s Board Meeting, October 27-29, 2021. Registration coming soon.

PPGA is asking for your help to make this special event a success. We are offering a variety of sponsorship opportunities for you to showcase your company and we are also accepting donations for the PPGA Dick Start Scholarship Chance Auction taking place at the conference. Learn More and Register Online.

Accommodations are available at Kauai Beach Resort and special discounted rates are available for conference guests. Please be aware these rooms are limited so reserve yours early. More Information

We’re Back!
71st Annual Western Propane
Trade Show & Convention,
August 11-13, 2021 in Reno, NV!

Join us for networking, learning and fun! This show will host more than 100 exhibiting companies giving you the opportunity to explore the most up-to-date propane products, vehicles, and services for your business. Enjoy seminars and sessions covering new technologies, safety, marketing, and renewable propane. Learn how to position your business by leveraging propane’s value proposition for a carbon neutral future.

Please click the “Convention Invitation” link below for additional trade show information including offered seminars and sessions, sporting events, tour, and hotel reservations.

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor of the trade show, please click the “Convention Sponsorship” link below.

And don’t forget to register to attend or exhibit at the show by clicking the appropriate link below.

We look forward to seeing you in Reno this August!
Apply to attend LP Gas Growth Summit

LP Gas magazine is accepting applications for its LP Gas Growth Summit, set for Sept. 15-17 at Reunion Resort, outside Orlando, Florida.

The unique networking event brings together retail propane company decision-makers and propane industry partners for two days of one-on-one business meetings, educational opportunities and other networking and recreational events. The magazine aims to help propane marketers improve their business operations, grow gallons across markets and build lasting partnerships.

Partners confirmed for this year’s event are: ADD Systems, Anova, Blue Cow Software, Cargas, Gray, Gray & Gray, Hiab, IPS, Legacy Energy Consulting, Metsa, Otodata, Propane Management Systems, Roush CleanTech, Tankfarm and Tiger Payment Solutions. In addition, Steve Whaley, director of autogas business development at the Propane Education & Research Council, will present about the autogas market.

LP Gas covers two-nights lodging, food, drinks and golf at the resort. LP Gas also confirms it is working closely with the resort to implement event procedures and practices that focus on the safety and well-being of Summit participants. Space for eligible retail propane decision-makers is limited.

Interested propane marketers can contact LP Gas Editor-in-Chief Brian Richesson at brichesson@northcoastmedia.net or 216-706-3748 with questions or to inquire about attending. For more information or to apply, visit https://www.lpgasmagazine.com/lp-gas-growth-summit/.
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