Fueling Kentucky

In this episode of Fueling Kentucky , we spotlight the experiences of the latest EPIC graduates who share how the yearlong commitment and exclusive opportunities helped their professional growth. From the Marathon Catlettsburg refinery tour to understanding Kentucky’s legislative system firsthand, they discuss the program’s impact and tangible results have positively benefited their career. As the...

Join us on this episode of Fueling Kentucky as we conclude our journey through a century of our industry's and association's rich history. This series, hosted by Brian Clark and Richard Johnson, has taken listeners decade by decade through the pivotal moments and milestones that have shaped the KPMA and Kentucky's petroleum industry. From the early days of the association to its mod...

In this episode of Fueling Kentucky, hosts Brian Clark and Richard Johnson take a look at the transformative 1990s for the Kentucky Petroleum Marketers Association and the industry as a whole. The discussion covers significant regulatory changes, the relief provided by the Petroleum Storage Tank Environmental Assurance Fund (PSTEAF), the evolution of underground storage tank regulations, the impac...

In this episode of Fueling Kentucky, Brian Clark and Richard Johnson chat about the dynamic changes within Kentucky's petroleum industry and the association during the 1980s. Focusing on the return to free market principles, they explore the impact of regulatory advancements and how these shifts changed how the periods of innovation and growth for the industry. Through their conversation, thi...

In this episode of Fueling Kentucky , Brian Clark and Richard Johnson explore the pivotal events of the 1970s, a decade marked by unprecedented challenges and groundbreaking solutions in the petroleum sector.  As energy shortages gripped the nation, the KPMA played a crucial role in navigating the crisis, ensuring fuel availability amidst rising prices and rationing. Delve into the era's sign...

Join Brian Clark and Richard Johnson as they dive into the transformative 1960s, a pivotal decade for the Kentucky Petroleum Marketers Association. Explore the era's significant milestones, from the expansion of the interstate system to the rise of self-service stations, and discover how these changes shaped the industry's future. This conversation is a fascinating journey through histor...

Join us in this episode of Fueling Kentucky as we dive into the transformative 1950s with Richard Johnson, the historian for the Kentucky Petroleum Marketers Association. Discover how the post-war boom, the rise of the automobile, and the expansion of the interstate system shaped the petroleum industry and the American way of life. Tune in to hear our journey through history as we march toward KPM...

On this episode of Fueling Kentucky, we begin a new series as we inch closer to celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Kentucky Petroleum Marketers Association.  In this special series, host & KPMA Executive Director Brian Clark sits down with Richard Johnson, a longtime KPMA member, legal counsel, and historian, to explore the rich history of the association. From its founding in 1926 to it...

Fueling Kentucky is joined by the eight graduates from the 2024 KPMA EPIC Leadership Development Program as they discuss program highlights, key takeaways, and favorites aspects during their year long commitment. Hear first hand how the EPIC program aided their leadership development within their company, the industry, and the association overall. This episode of Fueling Kentucky is brought to you...

Fueling Kentucky chatted with KPMA participants after a day of meetings during the 2024 Energy Marketers of America (EMA) Day on the Hill legislative fly-in to Washington, DC. Two 2023 EPIC graduates, Adam Boarman and Matt Yancy, share their perspectives as first-time attendees of these legislative appointments on Capitol Hill, while KPMA veterans Scott Kiser, Leah Taylor and Bob Riley comment on...

Join us on the latest episode of Fueling Kentucky as we dive into the viral sensation disco-bathroom, the brainchild of Damon Bail, vice president of Hop Shops, the retail division of Valor Oil. Discover the fascinating story behind this innovative idea, from its inception to its meteoric rise in pop culture. Damon shares the journey of how the disco-bathrooms came to be, the impact on store traff...

Fueling Kentucky chats with EPIC Alumna Hailie Newman on what's new in her world. From her recent ventures with Kentucky legislation, to her continued involvement with the EPIC program, and now educating the fuel and convenience space on alternative EVC options, Newman shares what has been keeping her busy since the start of 2024. Fueling Kentucky is the podcast for all things fuel and conven...

Fueling Kentucky talks with six of the 2023 EPIC participants as they share stories and experiences in the KPMA’s EPIC Leadership Development Program this year. Hear how this program has helped these leaders enhance their understanding of the industry, develop new professional relationships, and encouraged them to connect with other members to engage in the work of the association. Fueling Kentuck...

At the 2023 NACS Show in Atlanta, we talk with new KPMA member Tony Caputo of Warren Rogers about their fuel system intelligence services. Tony highlights the fuelWRAp dashboard application for fuel monitoring and fuel management for C-store retailers and petroleum marketers. Then we talk with Stephanie Stuckey about the renewal of the legendary Stuckey's brand and the important role convenie...

Hosting Community Partnership events in Lexington and Louisville, KY on September 26, KPMA-member Wawa, a Pennsylvania-based chain of over 1,000 convenience retail and food service stores, announced it is planning to build at 40 stores across Kentucky over the next eight to 10 years, with the first location expected to open in 2025. In this episode, Wawa President Brian Schaller talks about the ch...

Jonathan Stong, Global Accounts Manager at OPW Fueling Components and OPW Retail Fueling, recently sat down with Fueling Kentucky to talk about his session at the upcoming 2023 KPMA Tank and Technical Conference entitled, “The Evolution of Underground Fuel Transfer Piping & Secondary Containment.” In this episode, Jonathan shares his insights about the retail fueling sector, the industry'...

KPMA members travel to Washington D.C. each May for EMA's Day on the Hill. Fueling Kentucky talked with a number of members who attended the 2023 Day on the Hill event after spending the day meeting with Kentucky's elected Congressmen, and Senators. The members share their impressions of the day and the importance of the participating in this event. Fueling Kentucky is the podcast for al...

Fueling Kentucky breaks down the feature article for the Spring issue of the KPMA Marketer magazine entitled "Hidden Treasures." We talk about the treasured items our members display in their offices - whether historical, sentimental, significant or collectable - these are items with a special meaning that usually have a unique story. Fueling Kentucky is the podcast for all things fuel a...

The EPIC Class of 2022 chats with Fueling Kentucky about their experience, benefits and lasting impressions being a participant in the KPMA EPIC Program. Hear how this program has helped grow their understanding of the association, develop industry relationships, and helped them grow in their career. Fueling Kentucky is the podcast for all things fuel and convenience in Kentucky. Produced by KPMA,...

Fueling Kentucky gets a behind-the-scenes look into the operations at Renegade Race Fuels & Lubricants, a division of Valor Oil LLC. Hear how this international company started from a one-car garage and still maintain a hands-on, family-first approach to their daily operations. Fueling Kentucky is the podcast for all things fuel and convenience in Kentucky. Produced by KPMA, Fueling Kentucky p...

Fueling Kentucky sits down with new Associate member, iRely, as they discuss what they can bring to your ERP (enterprise resource planning) systems. KPMA Chairman Scott Kiser shares his personal experience working with the iRely team when Woodford Oil Co. transitioned to their services. Fueling Kentucky is the podcast for all things fuel and convenience in Kentucky. Produced by KPMA, Fueling Kentu...

Fueling Kentucky takes a tour of the Dippin Dots headquarters in Paducah, KY to learn more about the products available from the newest member of the KPMA. KPMA Chairman Scott Kiser and past Chairman Michael Smith were on hand as well to experience the coldest place in Kentucky. Fueling Kentucky is the podcast for all things fuel and convenience in Kentucky. Produced by KPMA, Fueling Kentucky prov...

Fueling Kentucky was on hand at the 90th Year Celebration for Modern Welding of Owensboro. Vice President John Austin, Tank Department Manager Wayne Hicks and welder Kelsey Lyons showed the KPMA team around their facility and shared the secret to 90 years of success. Fueling Kentucky is the podcast for all things fuel and convenience in Kentucky. Produced by KPMA, Fueling Kentucky provides listene...

On May 2, 2022, Fueling Kentucky toured KPMA member Team Modern's new headquarters and facility in Somerset, KY. Team Modern recently celebrated a newly expanded corporate and warehouse headquarters, and Fueling Kentucky took a tour and talked with company President Jerry Ray and other company leaders about the new facility. Visit the company online at teammodern.com. Fueling Kentucky is the...

On April 8, 2022, KPMA member M&M/Mid-Valley Service and Supply in Covington, KY celebrated an open house for its newly expanded corporate and warehouse headquarters. Fueling Kentucky was on hand to take a tour and talk with company President Mickey Meyer and Vice President Sherrie Keller about the new facility. Visit the company online at mid-valleysupply.com. Fueling Kentucky is the podcast...