Propane retailers share supply strategies of past 10 years

April 17, 2024 By Brian Richesson

The anniversary winter marking 10 years since the propane supply and distribution challenges of 2013-14 is now complete.

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Net Promoter Score ranks customer perceptions

January 22, 2024 By Danielle Pesta

Find out how the Net Promoter Score provides insight about customer satisfaction and how likely they are to recommend your propane company.

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Tankfarm raises $23 million to fuel innovation in propane

September 25, 2023 By Brian Richesson

Led by a handful of family offices and existing investors, Tankfarm has closed on a $23 million Series-B round of funding, the company announced.

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Celebrate second annual National Propane Day

September 20, 2023 By Danielle Pesta

Saturday, Oct. 7 will mark the second annual National Propane Day, promoted by the Propane Education & Research Council.

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In the Know: Managing customer information

March 31, 2022 By Tammy Day

Tammy Day, marketing and communications director at Propane Resources, addresses best practices for managing customer lists.

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Propane customers’ user experience builds industry image

April 13, 2021 By Tom Jaenicke

Advertising the reality that propane offers – cost savings, dependability and clean energy – is in a retailer’s best interest.

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The NOAA expects a slightly warmer winter this year. Photo: iStock.com/ziggy1

Shovel snow safely and keep warm in frigid temperatures

January 18, 2021 By Stuart Flatow

When shoveling snow, as a customer or employee, it is important to take the necessary steps to stay safe and warm this winter.

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Poorly maintained tanks can frustrate customers and damage the reputation of the entire industry. Photo: iStock.com/Lautaro Federico

Paving a path to business excellence

October 15, 2019 By Randy Doyle

Randy Doyle poses five questions all propane marketers should ask themselves when evaluating how the public views their operations.

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A look at residential consumers

August 18, 2016 By Megan Smalley

The Propane Education & Research Council’s Residential Opportunity Insights reports divide consumers into nine demographic categories.

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Blossman Gas acquires Dixie Gas

January 27, 2015 By LP Gas

Blossman Gas acquired Virginia-based Dixie Gas, Blossman reports. The company currently serves more than 150,000 customers in 12…

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