Propane Employer Testimonials

I had the opportunity to join GeneratioNext Propane Pros for a few of their outreach sessions, and I can say it was one of the most successful recruiting experiences. At the beginning of the presentation the CDL/HVAC students knew little about propane and most had never considered a career in the industry. By the end of the presentation, the students were excited at the opportunity to start their career in the propane industry. I even had a CDL student apply for a position at Blue Star Gas during the presentation! I would highly recommend the program to all propane companies looking for their next hire and all state associations. Aside from electrification of everything, our workforce is our largest challenge and GeneratioNext Propane Pros has a solution!

Mark Dettloff
Director Of Safety & Training • Blue Star Gas
Washington, Oregon, California & Arizona

Recently I had the opportunity to join GeneratioNext Propane Pros as we spoke to a group that was completing their CDL training and ready to put their new skills to work. Michelle began with an informative and enthusiastic presentation about the propane industry and the opportunities our industry provides now as well as in the future. This type of communication and the career opportunities the propane industry can provide should continue and be committed to as a best practice year-round.

Patrick Kirby
Territory Manager • AmeriGas
East Central PA/North Jersey

I had the pleasure of meeting with a women only CDL at Calhoun Community College on behalf of GeneratioNext Propane Pros. The experience was one of the most rewarding recruitment events I have participated in. I was able to speak with the students not only about Rogers Propane, but about the career opportunities available to CDL students in the propane industry. I would encourage any propane company looking for their next hire to work with GeneratioNext Propane Pros as they have created a successful workforce development program our industry has so desperately needed.

Carol Anderson
Office Manager • Rogers Propane Gas
Mississippi, Tennessee, Alabama

Thank you Michelle and GenerationNext Propane Pros for the opportunity to speak with the CDL class at Hocking College. Michelle’s energy and excitement about the propane industry and the future of its workforce is mirrored with Buckeye Propane’s. I enjoyed sharing with the class my professional journey and also being able to share all the reasons why Buckeye Propane and the propane industry itself is such a great career field to join. I look forward to the opportunity to join in future sessions.

Megan Holbert
Branch Manager • Buckeye Propane & Soft Water
New Holland, OH

I feel very fortunate to have the chance to be a part of the classroom presentation with GeneratioNext Propane Pros. The presentation was informative and professional, and Michelle was well-versed in propane careers. I felt glad to be included in the discussion and have the opportunity to speak with the next generation of employees about the opportunities available to them in the propane field. This is a worthwhile endeavor, and I look forward to participating in future presentations.

Sarah Betteridge
Talent Acquisition Specialist • Superior Plus Propane

I wasn’t sure what to expect from Michelle Wilson’s invite to join one of the GeneratioNext Propane Pros outreach sessions, but I’m glad I did! Michelle is a Propane Pro and represents our industry like a true veteran. I couldn’t be more pleased with how thorough and passionate she represents our propane culture to these new recruits.

Eddie Lamphear
West Region Area Director • ThompsonGas / Propane Northwest
Washington

Michelle Wilson of GeneratioNext Propane Pros graciously reached out to us to explain a little about our company and propane careers to Piedmont Virginia Community College Shipper’s Choice CDL students. We appreciate her agency’s proactiveness and were grateful to have her facilitate relationships with local CDL drivers. Michelle gave a great overview of the propane industry in the U.S. She does such a great job of educating future job seekers about the industry and numerous careers paths. The students were interacting and we feel it was a very fruitful conversation. We’re looking forward to collaborating again!

Mary Anna Wu
People Services Manager • Tiger Fuel Company
Virginia

Recently I had the opportunity to join in on a presentation to the HVAC class at Coyne College with GeneratioNext Propane Pros. It was great to be able to share our enthusiasm for the propane industry and Michelle’s presentation was informative and sparked a lot of questions and great discussion. This should be a focus for all of us to spread the word about the many career opportunities in propane.

Jennifer Jackson
Region Director • AmeriGas
AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND,OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

I was invited to participate in the GeneratioNext Propane Pros information session today by Michelle to discuss the vast opportunities in the propane industry and specifically Amerigas. Beginning with an overview presentation by Michelle, then diving into what Amerigas has to offer, created a lot of opportunities for dialogue regarding a career in the propane industry. I appreciate the opportunity to speak to the class and looking forward to collaborating in future opportunities.

Alfredo Vallejo
Assistant Territory Manager • Amerigas
Pacific Northwest

GeneratioNext Propane Pros has proven to be one of the most successful recruiting programs our company has ever used. I set up our free profile on NextGenPropane.com, and in only 5 days, we were able to hire a CDL driver as a result of Michelle’s efforts. Finding CDL drivers has been a huge challenge, but after utilizing GeneratioNext Propane Pros, it has made it considerably easier!

Misty Martin
Accounting • Patio Propane
Phoenix, AZ

At South Central FS, we are excited for the opportunity to partner with GeneratioNext Propane Pros to help educate and recruit talented individuals to the industry. By spreading awareness of this awesome career path available to CDL drivers, it opens a world of possibilities for these individuals and fills a huge need, both locally and nationwide.

Carrie Harshman
South Central FS, Inc.
Illinois

I had the opportunity to recently join Michelle Wilson for a virtual presentation promoting GeneratioNext Propane Pros program. This was a very well-organized opportunity to meet and introduce the next generation of potential propane technicians and CDL drivers to our industry. Under Michelle’s guidance, the presentation was very informative, the class and instructors asked probing questions which allowed Michelle and I to explain in greater detail why a career in the propane industry would provide upwardly mobile opportunities with competitive wage and strong benefit packages.

I am a fan of GeneratioNext Propane Pros and would hope that other marketers would join the effort.

Frank Edwards
President • Coles Energy
Ohio