Meet Our Leadership Team
Leadership
Superior Plus Propane is guided by a passionate, insightful executive team made up of individuals who embody the values and perspective of our company. They are highly qualified in both our industry and their professional disciplines, and share a single goal—to deliver the best possible experience and value to our customers. While they may have a lot of people reporting to them, they ultimately work for you.
Tommy Manion
Head of Superior Plus Propane
Tommy joined the Superior Plus family in August 2019 and most recently served as Vice President of Operations for the Southeast, New York, Midwest and West Regions. With a 33-year career in the propane industry, he brings extensive experience spanning from family-owned independents to major retailers. Prior to joining Superior, Tommy was the Director of Operations for the Northeast US at Amerigas Partners, LP, where he built a strong track record of developing and leading high-performing teams through change and process improvement.
Tommy holds a Bachelor of Engineering Science degree and a Master of Engineering degree from the University of Louisville.
Chris DeFilippo
Vice President, Marketing & Corporate Development
Chris joined Superior Plus in 2017, with an extensive background in marketing, product management, and business development. He previously served as Director of Marketing at both Tank Utility and AmeriGas, where he was responsible for overall marketing operations, and developed a proven track record in both digital strategy and traditional marketing tactics. Earlier in his career, Chris worked as an engineer in the computer industry and as a market strategist for a venture capital firm working with technology startup companies.
Chris holds an MBA from Duke University, and a BS in Electrical Engineering from Penn State University.
Andy Desmann
Vice President, Finance
Andy is responsible for all finance functions, including accounting, financial planning, analysis, and reporting. Joining us in April 2014, he brings the kind of extensive experience that can only be gained through holding a variety of financial leadership positions in commercial, international, manufacturing, and corporate settings. He plays an invaluable role in leading the teams responsible for maintaining and growing our financial strength, which translates directly to the stability and reliability we’re able to pass along to our customers.
Andy holds a CPA in public accounting and earned his BS in Accounting from St. John Fisher College.
James Devens
Vice President, Operations (Northern New England, Southeast, and New York Regions)
James joined Superior Plus in May 2017. He brings over 34 years of industry experience and expertise to his role as VP of Operations. James spent the majority of his career in the propane industry, working in executive positions for a large independent propane distributor, AmeriGas Partners, LP, and Inergy Propane. He also served as Chief Operations Officer for a natural gas company. Before working in the energy field, James served as a Captain in the US Army. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from the Virginia Military Institute.
Jeff Stanton
Vice President, Operations (Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, West, and Southern New England Regions)
Jeff Stanton joined Superior Plus in May 2022, bringing a wealth of experience from his diverse career in the energy and HVAC sectors. Before joining our leadership team, Jeff served as the General Manager of our Southern New England Region. Before his time at Superior Plus, he spent eight years as a Region Director at AmeriGas, where he led numerous successful initiatives and managed large-scale operations. Earlier in his career, he was the Director of Service for NG Advantage, a compressed natural gas company. Jeff’s career also includes significant experience as a Project Manager and Service Director for a major commercial HVAC company. A military veteran, Jeff spent 10 years in the U.S. Navy and then transitioned to the Army National Guard. He was commissioned as a Field Artillery Officer through Army Officer Candidate School, retiring after 26 years of service. He served in a variety of leadership roles at the Company, Battalion, Brigade, and General Staff levels. Jeff holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business from Excelsior University.
Steve Murk
Vice President, Human Resources
Steve joined Superior Plus Propane in April 2022 and is responsible for all aspects of human resources, including developing and executing the human resource strategy. Prior to Superior Plus Propane, Steve served nearly 20 years in a variety of human resources leadership roles at Shell, Pepsi, Raytheon, and Avis Budget Group. He has an extensive background in all aspects of HR, including change management, performance management, employee/industrial relations, compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, talent development, and organizational design.
Steve holds a Master of Arts degree in Industrial & Organizational Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Marist College.
Kimberly Saxton
General Manager, Customer Engagement
Kimberly joined Superior Plus in October 2020, bringing over 20 years of expertise in customer experience and digital transformation across diverse industries, with a concentration on propane and related fuels since 2014. In her previous role as Director of Customer Experience, Kimberly developed strategies, executing to build stronger customer relationships by streamlining processes and enabling new channels for engagement, including customer self-service options 24/7. Kimberly holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations and Economics from the University of Delaware.
Dan Dixon
General Manager, Operations Support
Dan joined Superior Plus Propane in October 2017 and previously served as General Manager of our Midwest and West regions. His extensive experience in finance, supply chain management, purchasing, resource planning and logistics has been instrumental in driving operational efficiency and financial performance across the company.
During his tenure, Dan successfully integrated eight acquisition companies which significantly contributed to Superior’s growth. He also led initiatives that increased fleet utilization and return on invested capital, reinforcing the company’s strategic objectives.
Prior to joining Superior Plus, Dan served as COO and CFO of the R.W. Earhart Company, a privately held fuel and propane marketing company. Earlier in his career, he spent 21 years in the airline industry, where the last position he held was CFO and Vice President of Finance for Comair Holdings, Inc., a subsidiary of Delta Airlines.
Dan holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting from Emory & Henry College.
Tracy Rogers
General Manager, Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)
Tracy Rogers joined Superior Plus as General Manager of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) in September 2024. He brings over 30 years of experience across various industries, including chemical, food manufacturing, and distribution, and has a proven track record of reducing incident rates and leading successful environment, health, safety, and quality (EHSQ) programs. His experience also includes integrating health and safety organizations, designing critical safety standards, and advising on global sustainability initiatives.
Tracy earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management from American Intercontinental University in Chicago, IL, and holds professional certifications, including Certified Safety Manager (CSM) and Certified Hazardous Material Manager (CHMM).