Marketers are raising wages to recruit the next generation of employees. Photo: iStock.com/Kris Hanke

In the Know: Shift to an opportunity mindset

January 3, 2022 By Tamera Kovacs

Propane Resources’ Tamera Kovacs addresses challenges and opportunities propane retailers face as they refocus their businesses in 2022.

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2021 State of the Economy: Positive vibes

December 21, 2021 By Phillip M. Perry

The economic forecast for 2022 promises a largely favorable operating environment for businesses of all sizes despite labor and supply-chain challenges.

This article is tagged with COVID-19, economics, economy, State of the Economy, supply, supply and pricing, workforce, workforce development and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

Ferrellgas graduates Management Development Program class

November 11, 2021 By Brian Richesson

Trainees of Ferrellgas’ Management Development Program will transition into full-time positions within the organization after graduating from the program.

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Pennsylvania association launches training facility, program

September 21, 2021 By Carly Bemer

The Pennsylvania Petroleum Association launched a larger technical facility, a 10-week training program and a scholarship named for industry technicians.

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Infrastructure bill includes funding opportunities for propane

August 12, 2021 By Ellen Kriz

Several provisions of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act promote the use of propane across multiple sectors.

This article is tagged with National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), NPGA, President Joe Biden, propane autogas, propane school buses, workforce development and posted in News

In the Know: Workforce development

July 29, 2021 By Sally Meyer

Sally Meyer, human resources manager at Propane Resources, explains how propane retailers can help recruit and retain top talent at their companies.

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Apprenticeship program aims to grow propane industry workforce

June 21, 2021 By Carly Bemer

The National Propane Gas Association launched an apprenticeship program that aims to provide more opportunities for drivers to enter the industry workforce.