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for seven years , and , prior to that , as Controller and Chief Accounting Officer from 2001 , through to 2007 .
“ Over my 20-plus years with the company , I ’ ve worked to bring a clear strategic vision . My goal is to instill a safety-first mindset that protects our employees and local communities , while driving innovation forward , and setting Suburban Propane on a path for its next century . I ’ ve also been a passionate advocate for highlighting the clean qualities of propane as a key solution on the pathway to a sustainable energy future .
“ Two of my main goals are to meet our current customers ’ energy needs , and carve the path to a sustainable future . As CEO , I ensure that we are meeting the diverse energy needs of our customers . This involves making strategic investments in technologies and products that deliver the best energy solutions , whether traditional or renewable , based on what makes the most sense for each customer . My focus is on driving innovation and ensuring that we are positioned to lead in both conventional and emerging energy markets .”
Renewable energy development
Pioneering renewable energy practices in the propane industry has required years of strategic investment and hard work . As Michael reveals : “ Throughout my career at Suburban Propane , we ’ ve made significant investments , totaling over $ 2.5 billion in mergers and acquisitions . We ’ ve strategically acquired smaller propane distributors in key markets , consolidated the industry by acquiring the third largest competitor when we were the fourth largest , and begun diversifying into renewable energy through an acquisition of renewable natural gas producing assets . “ Our business strategy focuses on growing our core propane business , while also investing in the energy transition . We ’ re building a renewable energy platform that
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