On August 4, 2020, the APMA Board of Directors made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 Annual Conference and Scholarship Golf Tournament. Given the restrictions in place and the risks to the health and safety of our attendees, we feel this is the best path forward. That said, we are so disappointed to be unable to gather and fundraise for the Scholarship Foundation, APMA PAC and the association this … Read More
APMA Releases Annual Legislative Session Summary APMA has released its annual legislative recap document. The Legislature spent more than seven weeks of the session in recess due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Only 90 bills became law though over 1600 bills were introduced. Bills supported and opposed by the association mostly did not reach the finish line this year. This makes the 2020 election cycle, especially in the State House with … Read More
APMA Scholarship Foundation Sets New Record for Awards with $82,000 in Scholarships for 2020 The Arizona Petroleum Marketers Association is excited to announce that the APMA Scholarship Foundation (“the Foundation”) has made its 2020 scholarship awards to fourteen students worth $82,000 if eligibility requirements are satisfied. Since its formation in 2007, the Foundation has paid out over $400,000 in scholarship awards. Danielle Mosley, a 12-year employee at Superpumper, was awarded … Read More
Fuel Monitor Magazine Spring Edition Launches The spring edition of the APMA Fuel Monitor magazine is now available! This magazine features a legislative session tracker, recap of the joint APMA and NACS Industry update meeting, information on recycling at c-stores and more. This edition has also been mailed to your company. Please contact APMA to update your mailing address information if you do not receive yours. To learn more about … Read More
On March 23, Governor Ducey released an executive order classifying “essential services” that includes both gas stations and convenience stores and businesses “needed for transportation”. This is a proactive measure and is not tied to an enhanced restrictions or closures at this time. See press release here. Last week, the Governor issued an executive order that defers the requirements to renew Arizona drivers licenses (including CDLs) with expiration dates between … Read More
APMA and NACS Joint Industry Update Luncheon Recap On Tuesday February 11, NACS and APMA held a joint luncheon event at the Crowne Plaza Phoenix Airport. NACS President and CEO Henry Armour presented on industry topline and category trends including sales categories. Other discussion topics included wages, associate turnover and impacts of e-commerce. The group participated in several scenario planning exercises to consider how developments in certain arenas (fuels, plastics, … Read More
Fuel Monitor Magazine Winter Edition Launches The winter edition of the APMA Fuel Monitor magazine is now available! This magazine features important updates on Arizona cities that have taken action on Tobacco 21 and vaping issues, Annual Conference highlights, recap of the national skimmers conference, changes to the Arizona UST Rules, input on Unleaded 88 and more. The 2020 Membership Directory was mailed to members and is available in the … Read More
APMA Scholarship Foundation has released its 2020 scholarship application In 2019, of 26 applications received, the APMA Scholarship Foundation awarded scholarship funds to 21 students. The Foundation awarded a record-shattering total of $80,000 in funds, if eligibility requirements are met. David Oberan (DenMart Convenience Stores) was the Ann Champlin Memorial scholarship winner. The 2020 Scholarship Application and Flyer are now available on our website. All application materials are due via … Read More
Fuel Monitor Magazine Fall Digital Edition Launches The fall edition of the APMA Fuel Monitor magazine is now available! This magazine features important Electric Vehicle Updates for Arizona, details on the record $80,000 awarded by the APMA Scholarship Foundation, PMAA Day on the Hill recap, information on the newly formed Weights and Measures Council, wrap up of the 2019 legislative session, and Annual Conference preview. To learn more about advertising … Read More
APMA Scholarship Foundation Awards Record $80,000 in Scholarships for 2019 The APMA Scholarship Foundation (“the Foundation”) has made its 2019 scholarship awards to twenty-one students worth $80,000 if eligibility requirements are satisfied. Since its formation in 2007, the Foundation has paid out over $350,000 in scholarship awards. “We received the most applications to date and we are giving out the most scholarship dollars in the history of the Foundation,” said Foundation … Read More
Fuel Monitor Magazine Summer Digital Edition Launches The spring edition of the APMA Fuel Monitor magazine is now available! This redesigned magazine features tracking for the 2019 legislative session, the UST Revolving Fund Reforms Law overview, and Annual Conference invitation. It also features pictures of the 2019 Scholarship Golf Tournament at Moon Valley Country Club. To learn more about advertising opportunities in the Fuel Monitor, click here.
APMA Scholarship Foundation Deadline April 30 The APMA Scholarship Foundation awards funds to APMA members, employees, their spouses, children, grandchildren or dependents who are students. The Foundation has revamped the requirements this year to save applicant time. This is a great benefit for your company, help your colleagues take advantage of it! Please spread the word at your company, especially to anyone in school or with children in college or … Read More
Fuel Monitor Magazine Spring Digital Edition Launches The spring edition of the APMA Fuel Monitor magazine is now available! This redesigned magazine features timely information on the 2019 legislative session, convenience stores giving back, the PAC night golf outing and the 202 South Mountain Freeway nearing completion. It also features pictures of the 2018 holiday luncheon “Minute to Win It” competitions. Copies will be mailed next week to members; please … Read More
APMA Scholarship Foundation Application Deadline Is April 30 The APMA Scholarship Foundation awards funds to APMA members, employees, their spouses, children, grandchildren or dependents who are students. The Foundation has revamped the requirements this year to save applicant time. This is a great benefit for your company, help your colleagues take advantage of it! Please spread the word at your company, especially to anyone in school or with children in … Read More
The Greatest Glow on Grass: APMA PAC Night Golf Supporters and friends had a fantastic night golf outing at the Continental Golf Club in Scottsdale on Friday, January 25, 2019. This was the third annual night golf fundraiser for APMA PAC. Participants enjoyed a cheeseburger dinner and then teed off for nine holes of glowstick-lit play using glow in the dark golf balls. While the Waste Management Phoenix Open may put … Read More