Indiana Propane Gas Association

What Indiana Propane Gas Association does

The Indiana Propane Gas Association (IPGA) is a nonprofit trade association founded in 1952, headquartered at 5325 E. 82nd Street, #243, Indianapolis, IN. It serves as the unified industry body for propane companies operating in Indiana, with membership spanning retail propane marketers, producers, wholesalers, appliance and equipment manufacturers, cylinder and tank fabricators, and transporters. IPGA is affiliated with the National Propane Gas Association (NPGA) and the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), extending members' reach to federal advocacy and industry research.

IPGA's core offerings center on four product pillars: (1) publications including the semi-annual Propane Express magazine (600+ circulation, reaching 300+ propane professionals) and the bi-weekly Propane Dispatch digital newsletter; (2) training and certification programs including Certified Employee Training Program (CETP) classes, the Indiana Propane Management Course ($140/person), and the Bobtail Roadeo; (3) advocacy and networking through Capitol Day, Town Hall Meetings across North/South/Central Indiana, the annual conference, and the annual membership directory; and (4) member benefit programs including affinity partner discounts (P3 Duty to Warn), the President's Council premium tier ($2,300/year), scholarships (David W. Lowe at $2,000, NPGA Scholarship Fund at $1,000-$2,000), the Special Projects Grant (up to $10,000, $40,000 total budget from 2025), and the Propane Safe Appliance Installation rebate program ($400-$600 per appliance).

The association generates revenue through recurring annual membership dues (Active Membership with bundled NPGA affiliation; Associate/Supplier tier; President's Council premium), advertising sales in Propane Express and the Membership Directory, event registrations and sponsorships ($100-$1,000 tiers), and affiliate contribution programs. Technology infrastructure is minimal—a WordPress-based website (indianapropane.com), email newsletter distribution, and standard association management—no proprietary platform or AI/ML capabilities are evident. Operations are supported by a small staff of approximately 6 full-time roles, including an Executive Director (Matt Solak), Deputy Executive Director (Lauren Gass), Finance Director, Member Services Coordinator, and Creative & Communications Director, with an Executive Committee led by President Gina Canady (Bollinger's Propane), Vice President Jason Carr (CUI Distribution), and Secretary/Treasurer Shane Young (Keystone Cooperative).

Name

Indiana Propane Gas Association

Legal name

Indiana Propane Gas Association

Website

https://indianapropane.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1952

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Indiana Propane Gas Association (IPGA) is a 1952-founded nonprofit trade association serving Indiana propane retailers, producers, wholesalers, manufacturers, and transporters with advocacy, CETP training, publications, scholarships, and member benefit programs. It is affiliated with the National Propane Gas Association.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Trade Association Services

NAICS

Natural Gas Distribution (221210), Fuel Dealers (45721)

SIC

Natural Gas Transmisison & Distribution (4923)

akta.pro primary industry

Propane Pipeline Transportation (TLAGAEAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Local Distribution Company (LDC) Natural Gas Distribution Utilities (TLAGADAA)

Keywords

• Propane trade association
• Industry advocacy services
• Propane safety training
• Industry publications
• Association membership

Headquarters

HQ city

Indianapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership dues from propane industry companies including retailers, producers, wholesalers, manufacturers, and transporters. Includes affiliation with National Propane Gas Association.
2. President's Council Premium Membership: Premium membership tier at $2,300 annually that includes associate/supplier dues plus exclusive marketing opportunities, event discounts, and recognition benefits.
3. Advertising and Publications: Revenue from advertising in Propane Express magazine (circulation 600+, reaches 300+ propane professionals) and the annual Membership Directory.
4. Event Registrations and Sponsorships: Registration fees for Annual Conference, Indiana Propane Management Course, Bobtail Roadeo, Town Hall Meetings, and Capitol Day. Also includes sponsorship packages ranging from $100 to $1,000.
5. Scholarship Fundraising: The David W. Lowe Scholarship ($2,000) and NPGA Scholarship Fund ($1,000-$2,000 awards) are funded through contributions from the propane industry.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Indiana Propane Gas Association (IPGA) is a nonprofit trade association founded in 1952 that provides advocacy, training, publications, networking, and member benefit services to companies in the Indiana propane industry. It represents retail marketers, producers, wholesalers, equipment manufacturers, cylinder/tank fabricators, and transporters, and is affiliated with the National Propane Gas Association (NPGA) and Propane Education & Research Council (PERC).

Product overview

The Indiana Propane Gas Association (IPGA) is a trade association formed in 1952 that provides member-focused services to communicate, educate, and promote the propane industry in Indiana. The association's core offerings include its publications program featuring Propane Express (semi-annual magazine reaching over 600 professionals), Propane Dispatch (bi-weekly digital newsletter), and an annual Membership Directory. IPGA supports members through training programs including CETP certification classes and safety training, grant programs (Special Projects Grant with $40,000 earmarked annually, up to $10,000 per project), and scholarship programs (David W. Lowe Scholarship at $2,000 and NPGA Scholarship Fund). The association also operates directory services for finding propane suppliers, refueling stations, and equipment dealers, plus affinity partner programs and incentive/rebate programs including the Propane Safe Appliance Installation Program. IPGA is affiliated with the National Propane Gas Association and the Propane Education Research Council (PERC).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Propane Express Magazine Semi-annual print magazine mailed to independent and multi-state marketers, associate members, HVAC companies, and PHCC members, reaching over 300 propane professionals with total circulation exceeding 600.
• Propane Dispatch Newsletter Bi-weekly digital newsletter containing industry news, legislative updates, resources, and member news; exclusive to IPGA members.
• Annual Membership Directory Annual publication providing complete listing of all IPGA members along with legislators, IPGA/NPGA/PERC staff lists, and state and federal agency resources.
• CETP Training Classes Certified and non-certified employee training for propane industry professionals, offering a wide range of Certified Employee Training Program (CETP) classes along with safety training.
• Find a Propane Supplier Directory Zip code-based directory helping consumers find propane suppliers near them who can assess energy needs, determine tank sizes, and answer propane questions.
• Find a Refueling Station Directory Zip code-based directory helping users find vehicle refueling stations for propane autogas vehicles.
• Find an Equipment Dealer Directory Zip code-based directory helping users find equipment dealers for propane equipment near them.
• Special Projects Grant Grant program with $40,000 budget earmarked annually, awarding up to $10,000 per project to advance the propane industry through collaborative projects involving multiple member companies or industry partners.
• David W. Lowe Scholarship $2,000 scholarship awarded to students pursuing careers in the propane industry, skilled trades (plumbing, HVAC, building), or healthcare. Application deadline March 31, 2026.
• NPGA Scholarship Fund Nonrenewable scholarships of $1,000 and $2,000 for children of NPGA member company employees; over $2 million awarded to 1,400+ children since 1994.
• Affinity Partner Programs Programs offering services and benefits to help members' business, employee, and personal needs, including partnerships like P3 Duty to Warn safety mailing services.
• Propane Safe Appliance Installation Rebate Program Rebate program offering $400 for furnaces, $400 for water heaters, $600 for propane combination boilers, and $200 for propane dual fuel units; available to Indiana residents for new propane appliances.

Quantifiable outcome

• Propane Express magazine reaches over 300 propane professionals with total circulation exceeding 600
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• National Propane Gas Association (NPGA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIPGA Active Membership includes affiliation with NPGA, providing members access to federal laws and regulations information, industry trends, and national representation. NPGA offers the NPGA Resource Catalog and extensive member benefits.
• Propane Education & Research Council (PERC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPERC is affiliated with IPGA and provides safety and training programs, research and development of new propane technologies, and marketing support for the propane industry.
• P3 Duty to WarnminorGTM or Marketing PartnerP3 Duty to Warn specializes in turn-key annual propane safety mailing services for the propane industry nationwide. Offers personalized branded messages and propane safety information brochures to help propane companies maintain compliance with industry best practices.
• Propane Training AcademyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOnline training platform offering courses for propane industry professionals, including certification programs and continuing education.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• National Propane Gas Association: National umbrella trade association for the U.S. propane industry and IPGA's direct affiliate. NPGA operates the same membership/advocacy model at the federal level, providing the policy and resource backbone IPGA extends to Indiana members.
• American Gas Association: National trade association representing natural gas utilities and the broader gas distribution industry. Adjacent rather than direct — IPGA's propane retailer members compete against AGA-member natural gas LDCs for residential heating share.

Regional players

• Wisconsin Propane Gas Association: Wisconsin's state propane trade association. Runs a similar dues-funded advocacy, training, and events program and shares IPGA's Midwest regional context, making it a structural analog.
• Missouri Propane Gas Association: Missouri state propane trade association serving retail marketers, transporters, and producers. Another Midwest state-level peer operating an analogous association model.
• Kentucky Propane Gas Association: Kentucky's state propane trade association running an equivalent state-level advocacy, training, and membership program. Closely comparable to IPGA in mission, scale, and structure.
• Michigan Propane Gas Association: Michigan state-level propane trade association offering advocacy, training, and networking to its members. Operates an analogous state-association model to IPGA in a neighboring Midwest geography.
• Illinois Propane Gas Association: State-level propane trade association serving Illinois members with the same advocacy/training/events model as IPGA. Comparable in scale, structure, and value proposition, but serving a different Midwest state and therefore not a direct competitor.
• Ohio Propane Gas Association: Ohio state-level propane industry trade group providing member advocacy, training, and consumer outreach. Comparable scope and operating model to IPGA in a neighboring state.

Direct peers

• Propane Education & Research Council (PERC): Checkoff-funded organization focused on propane safety training, R&D, and consumer marketing. PERC is IPGA's sister affiliate and partners on training, marketing materials, and the Indiana PERC Administrator role that sits inside IPGA's staff.

Others

• American Petroleum Institute: Largest U.S. oil and natural gas industry trade association. Operates far upstream of IPGA (refining, production, transportation policy) but engages on overlapping federal energy and environmental policy issues that affect propane.

Market position

Weaknesses2 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/indiana-propane-gas-association-inc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles17 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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