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 modern innovations and future aspirations, we've explored the resilience, leadership, and community impact that define KPMA's legacy. As we celebrate 100 years, we reflect on the association's enduring influence and look forward to the exciting developments that lie ahead.

Fueling Kentucky is the podcast for all things fuel and convenience in Kentucky. Produced by KPMA, Fueling Kentucky provides listeners with timely information and insights about KY’s fuel and convenience industry, highlights KPMA members in action, and continues the ongoing awareness of our industry's importance to the Commonwealth.

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 impact of industry mergers, and KPMA's strategic adaptations to all these changes.

Fueling Kentucky is the podcast for all things fuel and convenience in Kentucky. Produced by KPMA, Fueling Kentucky provides listeners with timely information and insights about KY’s fuel and convenience industry, highlights KPMA members in action, and continues the ongoing awareness of our industry's importance to the Commonwealth.

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, this episode offers a comprehensive look at the industry's resilience and adaptability during a time of significant transformation.

Fueling Kentucky is the podcast for all things fuel and convenience in Kentucky. Produced by KPMA, Fueling Kentucky provides listeners with timely information and insights about KY’s fuel and convenience industry, highlights KPMA members in action, and continues the ongoing awareness of our industry's importance to the Commonwealth.

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 significant developments, including the construction of the Alaskan pipeline and the shift towards self-service stations.

Learn about the impact of the oil crisis on Kentucky's economy and infrastructure, and how the KPMA played a crucial role in keeping the state moving forward.

Fueling Kentucky is the podcast for all things fuel and convenience in Kentucky. Produced by KPMA, Fueling Kentucky provides listeners with timely information and insights about KY’s fuel and convenience industry, highlights KPMA members in action, and continues the ongoing awareness of our industry's importance to the Commonwealth.

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 history and its lasting impact on Kentucky's infrastructure and economy.

Fueling Kentucky is the podcast for all things fuel and convenience in Kentucky. Produced by KPMA, Fueling Kentucky provides listeners with timely information and insights about KY’s fuel and convenience industry, highlights KPMA members in action, and continues the ongoing awareness of our industry's importance to the Commonwealth.

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 KPMA's 100th anniversary.

Fueling Kentucky is the podcast for all things fuel and convenience in Kentucky. Produced by KPMA, Fueling Kentucky provides listeners with timely information and insights about KY’s fuel and convenience industry, highlights KPMA members in action, and continues the ongoing awareness of our industry's importance to the Commonwealth.

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 its pivotal role in the development of Kentucky's infrastructure by the end of the 1940s, discover how KPMA has been a cornerstone of the state's petroleum industry.

This episode delves into the early decades, highlighting the association's influence on legislation, road development, and its response to historical events like the 1937 flood and World War II. Tune in to uncover the stories and milestones that have shaped KPMA's legacy over the past century.

Fueling Kentucky is the podcast for all things fuel and convenience in Kentucky. Produced by KPMA, Fueling Kentucky provides listeners with timely information and insights about KY’s fuel and convenience industry, highlights KPMA members in action, and continues the ongoing awareness of our industry's importance to the Commonwealth.

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 by Valero.

Fueling Kentucky is the podcast for all things fuel and convenience in Kentucky. Produced by KPMA, Fueling Kentucky provides listeners with timely information and insights about KY’s fuel and convenience industry, highlights KPMA members in action, and continues the ongoing awareness of our industry's importance to the Commonwealth.