NYPGA ushers in new era of association leadership

The New York Propane Gas Association (NYPGA) has entered a new chapter in 2025, marked by renewed leadership, strategic focus and operational stability following the hiring of Capitol Hill Management Services (CHMS) and Executive Director Amy Mason. Together, they’ve brought much-needed structure, momentum and professionalism to an association determined to modernize and strengthen its voice at a pivotal moment for New York’s energy future.

The transition, which took effect in January 2025, represented more than a management change. It signaled a full-scale revitalization of NYPGA’s operations, advocacy and member engagement. Despite the restructuring, the association successfully held year-over-year operating expenses flat, demonstrating a disciplined financial approach while expanding its capabilities through CHMS’ depth of experience and resources.

Over the past year, we’ve made significant strides toward creating a stronger, more efficient and more unified organization. Amy has been fantastic – she’s elevated our operations, strengthened communication with our members and built genuine collaboration across our committees. Partnering with CHMS has also given us the professional infrastructure we needed to better serve our members and represent the industry’s interests in Albany and beyond.

Building professional infrastructure and advocacy strength

The engagement with CHMS has given NYPGA access to a professional backbone that supports all facets of association management – including administration, board coordination, financial oversight and government relations. This structure allows volunteer leaders to concentrate on strategic direction and long-term goals, while CHMS ensures seamless day-to-day execution.

The results have been immediate: clearer communication, faster responsiveness and stronger alignment between leadership and committees. Members have already noticed improvements in event coordination, policy engagement and advocacy effectiveness, especially on issues impacting propane’s position in New York’s complex energy landscape.

Leadership sparks renewal

Since stepping into the executive director role in January, Amy has become a catalyst for progress. With a deep background in association management, policy engagement and stakeholder relations, Amy has modernized NYPGA’s operations, revitalized committees and strengthened relationships with key agencies and industry partners.

Her leadership has been defined by transparency, collaboration and accountability qualities that have restored trust and engagement among NYPGA’s members.

She leads with professionalism, collaboration and follow-through. In a short time, Amy has elevated the association’s visibility and effectiveness, and she’s built great trust among members who are seeing positive change firsthand.

A strong voice in New York’s energy transition

This organizational turnaround comes at a critical time. As New York advances its Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act goals, the state’s energy policy landscape continues to evolve rapidly – with sweeping implications for heating fuel providers, infrastructure investment and energy reliability.

NYPGA, under its revitalized leadership, has emerged as a strong and credible advocate for propane’s role in achieving balanced, realistic energy solutions. The association is working tirelessly to defend infrastructure critical to New York’s energy reliability, ensuring propane remains recognized as a clean, ready fuel that supports both environmental progress and consumer choice.

Propane is part of the solution – not the problem. Our infrastructure is critical, our workforce is skilled and our fuel provides the reliability New York families and businesses depend on. With this new structure and leadership, NYPGA is in its strongest position yet to fight for energy choice, defend our industry and help shape the state’s clean-energy future.

About NYPGA

Founded in 1948, the NYPGA represents propane marketers, suppliers and industry partners across the state. The association provides safety training, education and advocacy to ensure propane remains a safe, efficient and clean energy option for New Yorkers.

For more information, visit nypropane.com.

Christina Armentano is the president of the NYPGA and the executive vice president and COO of Paraco Gas in Rye Brook, New York.