Missouri Propane Gas Association
The Missouri Propane Gas Association (MPGA) is a not-for-profit trade association that supports local propane providers and affiliated businesses. Through advocacy, education, and leadership, we help our members by supporting beneficial public policy, promoting safety education, and raising public awareness of the benefits of propane.
Board of Directors
Officers & Executive Committee
President (2022-2023)
Luke Fitzpatrick – MFA Oil, Wardsville
Vice President (2022-2023)
Mark Porth – CHS Inc., Lawson
Treasurer (2022-2023)
Samantha Reed Johnson – Reed Oil, Doniphan
Immediate Past President
Brian Brooks – Brooks Gas, Marshfield
Region Directors
Region 1
Tim Peach – Pinnacle Propane, Quincy, IL
Scot Schumer – Amerigas, Kirksville
Region 2
Kevin Salley – Salley’s Propane, Bates City
Steve Jenkins – Jenkins Propane, LLC, Tina
Region 3
Bill Jung – MFA Oil, Gravois Mills
Mikal Thornhill – All Weather Propane, Centralia
Region 4
Jason Bond – MFA Oil, Neosho
Region 5
Mitch Dane – Titan, Houston
Roger Hoff – Hoff Brothers LP-Gas Co., Perryville
Associate Directors
Brian Humphrey – InSite Platform Partners, St. Charles
Ron Keeling – LPG Ventures, Kearney
Jared Ballard – Nixon & Lindstrom Insurance, Springfield
Committee Chairs
Membership Committee (2020-2022)
Samantha Reed Johnson – Reed Oil Company, Doniphan
NPGA State Director (2018-2020)
John Brooks – Brooks Gas, Seymour
MPGA Staff
Executive Director
Steve Ahrens
800-601-9332 x301
Steve@MissouriPropane.com
Director of Education
Andy Gosney
417-838-1649
Andy@MissouriPropane.com
Executive Assistant
Julie Benusa
800-601-9332 x303
Julie@MissouriPropane.com
Office Manager
Lisa Patten
800-601-9332 x302
Lisa@MissouriPropane.com
History
The Missouri Propane Gas Association was organized on June 29, 1945, at the Governor Hotel in Jefferson City, MO, by interested members of the industry.
The Association formally petitioned the Cole County Circuit Court for a Pro Forma Decree of Incorporation on July 5, 1947. On July 17, 1947, the Secretary of State issued a Pro Forma Decree of Incorporation to the Missouri LP-Gas (now “Propane Gas”) Association, under the provisions of Article 10, Chapter 33, of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, 1939, and amendments thereto, for Religious and Charitable Corporations, sometimes called “not-for-profit corporations.”
The original Bylaws and Constitution were adopted on July 10, 1945. Since then, the Board has amended the bylaws numerous times to reflect the changing interests of the industry.
MPGA also has a rich history of member involvement through meetings, events, and engagement. You can find the latest opportunities to meet, learn, network, and relax with others in the industry through the calendar on our events page.
Contact MPGA
If you have questions about our association, your MPGA membership or you would like to become a member, please feel free to contact us.