Suburban Propane Partners promotes Alex Centeno

November 20, 2024 By Sydney Fischer 0 Comments

Suburban Propane Partners has promoted Alejandro “Alex” Centeno to senior vice president of operations.

This promotion follows the retirement of Steven C. Boyd, COO, on Jan. 1, 2025.

In his role, Centeno will report to Michael A. Stivala, president and CEO of Suburban. Centeno has been with the company for over 15 years, where he has held several managerial positions within the operation. Most recently, he has served as vice president of operations since August 2023.

Centeno will be responsible for leading all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the propane business, as well as advancing the company’s customer base growth and retention initiatives, driving continued improvements in operational efficiencies and overseeing operational support functions, including safety, marketing and fleet management.

“This well-deserved promotion is in recognition of Alex’s experience, knowledge and understanding of Suburban’s business model and strategic growth initiatives,” says Stivala. “At Suburban Propane, we have a great history of developing our people and providing them opportunities to grow in their careers and take on additional leadership responsibilities. Alex’s deep industry knowledge and experience, coupled with his ability to challenge the status quo, are attributes that have been and continue to be critical to our long-term success as an organization.”

Suburban Propane Partners is a nationwide distributor of propane, renewable propane, renewable natural gas, fuel oil and related products and services, as well as a marketer of natural gas and electricity and investor in low carbon fuel alternatives. Headquartered in Whippany, New Jersey, Suburban Propane has been in the customer service business since 1928.

“I also wish to thank Steve Boyd for his immeasurable contributions to the success of Suburban Propane over his nearly 39-year career with the Partnership, which started as a delivery driver and encompassed several leadership roles throughout our field operations,” Stivala says. “Steve has been a cornerstone of our leadership team for the better part of the past 20 years and we wish him all of the best in his retirement.”

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