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Enhancing Compliance and Understanding in Propane Operations: Key Insights from Field Inspections

Numerous statements can be encountered during field inspections. These statements, often coming from dealers, trainers, and industry professionals in other states, shed light on important questions and concerns regarding compliance and violations. Statement 1: “What makes you qualified to tell me I have to fix it?” Inspectors, as authorized by the North Carolina General Statute… Continue reading

Enhancing Training and Compliance: The Power of the Propane Safety App and Eric Leskinen’s Expertise

There are innovative tools and resources available that can further optimize training, operational efficiency, and compliance in the propane industry. One such tool is the Propane Safety App, which, when combined with the expertise of Eric Leskinen, provides a comprehensive solution for propane companies to improve safety, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance. The Propane Safety… Continue reading Enhancing Training and Compliance: The Power of the Propane Safety App and Eric Leskinen’s Expertise

Celebrating a Legacy: Effective Strategies for Marketing Company Milestones

New England-based Eastern Propane & Oil, a fourth-generation family-owned company, marked 90 years of business in 2022. Tom Manson, the CEO of Eastern, emphasized the significance of hard work, family, dedication, and leadership as his company celebrated this remarkable milestone. Manson underscored the importance of maintaining a personal connection as he communicated this milestone to… Continue reading

Navigating Volatility in the Energy Industry: Effective Strategies for Success

Managing volatility in the energy industry presents many challenges for fuel dealers, wholesalers, and service contractors. Inflation, seasonality, political factors, and the dependence on various stakeholders all contribute to the complexity of maintaining a stable revenue stream. Fuel dealers must adopt a well-crafted strategy to overcome these obstacles and ensure sustained growth. Strategic Planning: Paving… Continue reading

Enhancing Customer Engagement through Effective Communication Strategies

Communication Strategies – In today’s business landscape, it has become commonplace for companies collaborating with banks and private equity firms to adopt popular acronyms like DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) and ESG (environmental, social, and governance). While these acronyms may serve a purpose in attracting investment, it is essential to communicate with propane customers in… Continue reading

The Power of Relationships: Fueling Success in the Propane Industry

Relationships are crucial in the propane industry, as in any business or personal endeavor. At Energy Distribution Partners (EDP), numerous successful business transactions can be attributed to the power of relationships within the propane industry. More than 35 business owners have chosen EDP as their transition partner, and almost every decision was influenced by a… Continue reading

Safeguarding Your Business: The Vital Role of Cybersecurity Training

Cybercrime often conjures up images of lone hackers in dark rooms, but the reality is far more sophisticated and widespread. A recent IBM report shows 83% of companies can expect a data breach this year. It’s not a matter of if but when. The costs associated with cybersecurity breaches are not only financial but can… Continue reading