Ferrellgas Vice President of Operations Support Megan Sharp Appointed to PERC Council
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Ferrellgas (OTC: FGPR) announced that Megan Sharp, Vice President of Operations Support, was appointed as a Councilor to the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) on Dec. 3, 2025. PERC leads national efforts in safety, training, research, and consumer education to advance propane use.
Sharp, a nearly 20-year industry veteran and Nevada Air National Guard veteran, said she aims to promote propane’s role in heating, agriculture, and transportation. Ferrellgas CEO Tamria Zertuche highlighted Sharp’s experience in operations, safety, and customer experience and said the appointment extends Ferrellgas’ representation at the national level.
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Peers on Argus
FGPR was up 1.65% while peers showed mixed, modest moves: ISRJF +0.9%, NTOIY +0.99%, ZNOG -2.27%, others flat. No broad sector move or momentum flags appeared.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 27 | Debt refinancing | Positive | -1.8% | Closed $650M 9.250% notes and amended credit facility, extending maturities. |
| Oct 17 | Debt offering pricing | Positive | +23.4% | Priced $650M 9.250% senior notes due 2031 to refinance 2026 notes. |
| Oct 15 | Proposed notes deal | Positive | +2.7% | Announced intention to issue $650M senior notes due 2031 for redemption. |
| Oct 15 | Earnings results | Neutral | +2.7% | Reported FY2025 with higher Adjusted EBITDA but a $15.6M net loss. |
| Sep 23 | Scholarship program | Positive | -1.2% | Announced 14 scholarship recipients as part of community initiatives. |
Recent financing and earnings headlines often saw price moves, with both aligned and divergent reactions; softer reactions to community/CSR news have also appeared.
Over the last few months, FGPR has focused on capital structure and operating results. In mid‑October, it proposed and then priced $650.0 million of senior notes due 2031, followed by closing the notes and amending its credit facility, which extended maturities to October 2028 and raised borrowing capacity. Fiscal 2025 results showed $330.7 million Adjusted EBITDA and gross profit above $1.0 billion, alongside a net loss. The company also highlighted community engagement through its 2025 scholarship program. Today’s PERC council appointment fits into that broader narrative of industry visibility and governance.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement highlights Ferrellgas’s industry engagement, with Vice President Megan Sharp joining the Propane Education & Research Council’s leadership team after nearly 20 years in the sector. It underscores a focus on safety, training, and promoting propane’s role in the energy mix rather than changing financial guidance. In context of recent debt refinancing and fiscal 2025 results, investors may watch how elevated industry visibility, combined with prior balance sheet actions, influences future operating performance and capital decisions.
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LIBERTY, Mo., Dec. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the energy landscape continues to evolve, strong propane industry leadership has never been more important. That’s why Ferrellgas Partners, L.P. (OTC: FGPR) is proud to announce that Megan Sharp, Vice President of Operations Support, has been appointed to the Propane Education & Research Council’s (PERC’s) leadership team as one of its newest Councilors. PERC guides national, industrywide efforts in safety and training, research, consumer education, and the responsible advancement of propane.
Part of PERC’s goal is to ensure propane is part of the national energy conversation. “Propane is a clean, affordable, reliable energy source,” said Sharp. “I’ve worked in this industry for nearly 20 years and have seen how it can positively impact the lives of millions of Americans – from heating homes to drying crops and powering school buses. I’m thrilled to play a bigger role by joining PERC as a Councilor. I hope to advance our industry for years to come.”
Sharp knows what it takes to lead with professionalism and a heart of service. In addition to her leadership roles at Ferrellgas, she is a proud veteran of the Nevada Air National Guard. “My time serving our country taught me so much, including what it means to be part of a team, how to focus on the common good, and owning every task. I’m looking forward to doing the same on PERC’s council,” she said.
Ferrellgas’ President and CEO Tamria Zertuche added, “Megan’s appointment to PERC is a testament to her leadership in operations, safety, and customer experience. We’re proud to see her represent Ferrellgas at the national level and contribute to the future of our industry.”
About Ferrellgas
Ferrellgas Partners, L.P., through its operating partnership, Ferrellgas, L.P., and subsidiaries, serves propane customers in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. Its Blue Rhino propane exchange brand is sold at about 65,000 locations nationwide. Ferrellgas employees indirectly own 1.1 million Class A Units of the partnership, through an employee stock ownership plan. Ferrellgas Partners, L.P. filed an Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended July 31, 2025, with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 15, 2025. Investors can request a hard copy of this filing free of charge and obtain more information about the partnership online at www.ferrellgas.com. For more information, follow Ferrellgas on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
Contact: Communications@Ferrellgas.com
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