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Common gaps in safety and compliance

December 18, 2014 - By and

As I travel and meet with propane marketers, I emphasize a common theme. Do what’s safe. Do what’s right for... read more

Obama, CEOs discuss wages, regulations

December 9, 2014 - By

President Barack Obama covered a range of topics during a business roundtable with more than 100 executives of U.S. companies,... read more

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Retailer: Heating season adjustments made, but concerns remain

December 1, 2014 - By

More storage and suppliers. Better planning and programs. Propane retailers in the Upper Midwest made a number of adjustments from... read more

8 ways propane delivery businesses can ensure success and boost savings

November 20, 2014 - By

No matter how successful your propane retail operation may be, there’s always room for improvement. Digital Dispatcher, maker of a... read more

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How do business owners contribute economically to their communities?

November 17, 2014 - By and

When a business donates to charity, it is said to be “giving back to the community.” That phrase has always... read more

Propane industry holds event to support worthy cause

November 6, 2014 - By

For the past seven years, the propane industry coalition Pros4Care has teamed up with the Prostate Cancer Foundation to host... read more

Don’t let distractions knock your company off course

October 9, 2014 - By

A perfectly functional passenger jet crashed in the Florida Everglades in December of 1972. Eastern Airlines Flight 401 crashed because... read more

Son’s sacrifice for cancer-stricken grandfather shocks family

October 6, 2014 - By and

There are very few things our 11-year-old son, Nate, doesn’t like. He’s an easy-going kid, happy doing just about anything.... read more

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First winter without Cochin will pose test

September 23, 2014 - By

More than 50,000 barrels per day of propane transportation capacity was lost with the Cochin Pipeline’s reversal this year. According... read more

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Get creative and strive to give remarkable service

September 5, 2014 - By and

A customer stopped in the office to close her account because she was moving out of town. As she walked... read more

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