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2025 NPGA Southeastern Expo Recap
2025 NPGA Southeastern Expo Recap
he 2025 NPGA Southeastern & International
Propane Expo was held April 4–6 in Charlotte,
NC. Propane professionals, innovators, and
Tindustry leaders came together for an event
packed with learning, networking, and forward-think-
ing discussions. Legendary football coach Steve
Spurrier provided the keynote address on leadership,
teamwork, and resilience. There were over 250 exhib-
itors and 35 educational sessions. During the Tariffs
Panel, attendees voiced concerns about rising costs,
supply chain delays, and effects on equipment sourc-
ing. Vendors shared their adaptive manufacturing or
pricing strategies to remain competitive. The Welcome
Reception, Women in Propane Leadership Forum,
and Young Professional of the Year Awards focused on
mentorship, support, and collaborative efforts. Talk at
the Expo centered around sustainability, regulations,
and moving the industry forward.

Next year, the Expo will be back in Music City!
The 2026 Southeastern International Propane Expo
is scheduled for April 19-21 in Nashville, TN. Save the
date! NPGA and APGA hope to see at the 2026 Expo.■

Clockwise from Top Photo: Top Right: (left to right) Bubba Quick (CUI Heat), Kelly Meeks (Lampton Love), Chris Easterling
(Lampton Love), Nathan Pittman (Lampton Love), Matt Peters (Lampton Love); Bottom Right: (left to right) Laural Bunn
Strength (APGA), and Steve Spurrier; Bottom Left: (left to right) Clayton Pridgen (HD Supply) and Tom Cheatham (HD Supply)

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