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About PS Energy<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

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Who We Are<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Founded in 1986 by Livia Whisenhunt and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, PS Energy Group specializes in developing and implementing custom-designed fueling solutions that improve processes and maximize savings for the fleet and facilities management space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We supply and manage a broad range of energy products for utility, industry, and government customers across North America and have long-term relationships with hundreds of fuel vendors nationwide. Our expertise in fuel management, emergency fueling, and asset management keep fleets and organizations running cost-effectively, profitably, and at peak and continual performance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Leadership<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Livia Whisenhunt<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t

Founder, President and Chief Executive Officer<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t

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Livia Whisenhunt<\/h2>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Livia has over thirty years experience in purchasing and marketing fuels for transportation and production and is responsible for setting the company\u2019s strategic direction and leading its growth. Under Livia\u2019s leadership, PS Energy has become one of the top-diversity and women-owned companies in the nation and in 2014, Livia was presented with the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) Supplier Diversity Award for PS Energy\u2019s \u201cexceptional contribution and commitment to the EEI Suppler Diversity Initiative.\u201d<\/p>\n

A respected leader and innovative thinker, Livia served as the Region IV Chairperson of the Federal Regulatory Fairness Board (REGFAIR) and was also appointed by Georgia\u2019s Lieutenant Governor to the House Senate Study Committee for House Bill 215, the Bill that deregulated natural gas in the State of Georgia. In 2006 Governor Sonny Perdue appointed Livia to the Board of Directors of the Georgia Regional Transportation Authority, a state authority that addresses mobility and air quality in Metro Atlanta and provides strategic transportation planning.<\/p>\n

Livia\u2019s hard work and tireless determination have earned her regional and national recognition, including \u201cTop 40 Under 40\u201d by Entrepreneur Magazine, \u201cSmall Business Person of the Year\u201d by the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, \u201cSoutheast Wholesale Entrepreneur of the Year\u201d by Ernst & Young, 2010 Hispanic Business Woman of the Year by the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Distinguished Honoree by the Anna Maria Arias Foundation, honoring Latinas in the business sector. For her support of the Latin American community, Livia was honored in 2012 with the Chairman Award by the Latin American Chamber of Commerce of Georgia.<\/p>\n

Livia currently serves on the board for the Greater Women\u2019s Business Council and has been part of the boards for Zoo Atlanta, Camp Twin Lakes and the Carter Center.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t

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Chief Operating Officer<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t

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Roger joined the management team of PS Energy in 1993, bringing the company his strong background in both fuel marketing and transportation and over 20 years of industry experience. Roger has helped guide the growth of PS Energy into new marketing arenas with innovative products and services and manages all divisions of the company, including natural gas services and delivery, fuel management services, and commercial retail services.<\/p>\n

Roger\u2019s experience includes General Manager with responsibility for the light petroleum group for Petroleum Marketing Company of Georgia, Inc. and Manager of the common carrier fleet for U.S. Transport. Immediately prior to joining PS Energy, Roger served as Director of Sales for Transport South, where he managed sales and operations and was responsible for expanding service areas into new geographical markets.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\n\n\n

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Our Strong Commitment to Supplier Diversity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As the third largest Hispanic-owned energy company in the United States and one of the top diversity-owned businesses, and as part of our commitment to diversity, <\/strong>we established a robust supplier diversity program. The objective of our program is to develop mutually beneficial business relationships with minority, women, and veteran-owned and operated small businesses \u2014 relationships that create long-term value for our customers and the community and give diverse suppliers opportunities to grow their businesses.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are fully committed to working with qualified, diverse suppliers who meet the criteria of our program.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Minority Businesses (MBEs)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Certified as at least 51% owned and operated by a minority individual or group<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Certified as at least 51% owned and operated by one or more women<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Certified at least with a veteran status and 51% veteran ownership per the Veterans Administration requirements<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Small Business Concerns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Businesses with the number of employees and\/or average annual receipts not exceeding the size standards as defined under the Federal Acquisitions Regulations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Certifications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Validation of a supplier\u2019s diverse status is required, with certification documents from the following qualified agencies accepted:<\/p>\n\n\n\n