Inergy L.P.

Chris launched his 30-year career in the propane industry while still a student at Villanova University. He has extensive experience in all phases of the industry including operations, sales, marketing and customer service. Chris joined Inergy’s United Propane operation in 2005 and was named to his current position shortly thereafter.

Following a nearly 20-year career in manufacturing and plant management, Dan joined Hoosier Propane in 1995 as an area manager. He became General Manager in 1998 and was named President in 2001. A native of Indiana, Dan is a graduate of Butler University in Indianapolis.

With more than 35 years of experience in the propane industry, Dave served in a variety of management positions at Suburban Propane and as the President/CEO of SunEnergy Propane, Inc. He joined Inergy in 2005 as President of the Western New England Division.

A 30-year veteran of the propane industry, Ed began his career at Correll’s L.P. Gas in Indiana, later moving to Star Gas Propane. Ed worked in various management positions with Star Gas for 13 years before joining Inergy in 2004 as the Wisconsin Division President. Ed is a graduate of Indiana Wesleyan University.

Gary joined Country Gas in 1972 and has worked in virtually every role in the company. After receiving his degree from Northern Illinois University and a brief career in teaching, Gary returned to Country Gas in 1984 in a sales position. He later became Sales Manager, then General Manager and was named President of Country Gas in 2001.

James entered the propane industry in 1993 with Highland Propane. He later moved to AmeriGas as Director of Operations for its Northeast Division, then rejoined Highland after its acquisition by Inergy in 2004. Before he began his propane career, James -- a graduate of Virginia Military Institute -- served in the U.S. Army.

Jeff is a 25-year veteran of the energy business and has spent most of his career with two of the petroleum industry’s leading consolidators. He has held several regional and senior management positions in both operations and sales & marketing. In 2008, Jeff joined Inergy as President of the newly created Southeastern Pennsylvania Division following the acquisition of Farm & Home Oil.

As a second generation industry veteran, Jim brings 30 plus years of multi-industry experience to his leadership role for Inergy. Jim began his propane career part time in 1975 and has served in many different management roles throughout his career in sales, marketing and operations. Jim is a past President of the Michigan Propane Gas Association and currently serves as an active member of the association today. Jim was named the Michigan Division President in 2007.

After serving in the Navy, Mike spent nearly 15 years in operations and management for companies that include ACE Hardware. Shortly after joining the propane industry in 1998 he was named district manager for several locations. In 2003 Mike joined Independent Propane Company (IPC), which had been acquired by Inergy in 2001.

Sam first entered the propane industry as a manager with Suburban Propane in 1996. In 2000, he joined Star Gas Propane which was later acquired by Inergy in 2004. Throughout his career, Sam steadily assumed more responsibility while working in various markets in the Eastern United States. Prior to being named Florida Division President in 2008, he served as Operations Manager for Virginia. Sam received his BS from Virginia Tech and his MBA from Spring Arbor University.

A nearly 21-year veteran of the propane industry, Steve started his career with Agway Energy, later joined Star Gas Propane, and also worked for Suburban Propane. Steve re-joined Star Gas Propane in 2004, just prior to its acquisition by Inergy. Steve received his BS from Cornell University and his MBA from Western New England College.

With extensive experience in both public accounting and private business, Brooks (no relation to John Sherman) joined Inergy in December 2000. From 1996 until 1999, Brooks worked with National Propane Partners, a publicly traded master limited partnership, first as its Controller and Chief Accounting Officer and subsequently as its Chief Financial Officer.

Phil is a 26-year propane industry veteran who joined Inergy in connection with the company's 2001 acquisition of the Hoosier Propane Group. Phil had been managing Hoosier's overall operations since 1992. Prior to that, Phil was with both Ferrellgas and Buckeye Gas Products. Phil now manages all of Inergy's regional operations.

Andy joined Inergy in June 2002 from Kinder Morgan, Inc. where he worked in the company's Corporate Development Group. Prior to joining Kinder Morgan, Andy worked at Lehman Brothers in its Real Estate Principal Transactions Group. He received his undergraduate degree from Dartmouth College and his MBA from Columbia University.

Laura joined Inergy in February of 2003 with an extensive business and legal background after 13 years at Sprint Corporation. From 1993 to 1996 Laura worked in Sprint's finance department, and from 1996 to 2003 she worked in Sprint's legal department where she served in several roles. At Inergy, Laura is responsible for all aspects of the company's legal representation.

Bill, who manages the Stagecoach Natural Gas Storage Facility, joined Inergy in 2004 as Director of Midstream Operations. He was named Vice President of Midstream Operations in 2005 when Inergy acquired Stagecoach. Prior to joining Inergy, Bill held senior level positions with Westport Resources Corporation and KinderMorgan. Bill received a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Texas Tech University.

Rick joined Inergy in 2003 to manage the company's West Coast midstream operation. He has more than 27 years of diverse experience in the energy industry in the areas of planning, operations, engineering, mergers and acquisitions, and executive management. During his career Rick, who is a registered professional engineer, has worked for Mobil, Sunoco and Aquila Energy.

With more than 20 years experience in the propane industry, Ted spent nine years with Star Gas Partners where he became Vice President of Operations for the East. Ted joined Inergy in 2004 through the Star Gas Propane acquisition. He received his BS from Worcester State College and his MBA from Anna Maria College.

Tom joined Inergy in late 2001 with the acquisition of Independent Propane Company (IPC), where he had been named President in 2004. In 2005 Tom was named President of the Mississippi/Alabama Division following Inergy’s acquisition of Dowdle Gas. Earlier in his career Tom held management positions with 3M Company, Toshiba and Thermogas Propane.

A 21-year veteran of the propane industry, Bill started his career with Ferrellgas in 1985. Bill later co-founded and managed Supply and Risk Management for LPG Services, which was eventually acquired by Dynegy. In 1998, Bill joined Inergy at its inception launching the Supply and Risk Management group, which he continues to manage along with the Wholesale Marketing team.

Tom joined Inergy in 2004 with the company's acquisition of Star Gas Propane. A graduate of the University of Phoenix, Tom has over 25 years of management experience including seven years as a branch manager and 19 years as Regional Manager and Fleet Director for Star Gas/Blue Flame LP Gas.

Arthur Krause was executive vice president and chief financial officer for Sprint Corporation from 1988 to 2002. From 1980 to 1986, he was senior vice president of United Telephone System. He was president of United Telephone - Eastern Group from 1986 to 1988. He also held various management positions at General Telephone and Electronics (GTE) from 1966 to 1971. He is on the board of directors of Inergy and Clockwork Home Services. He received a bachelor of science in accounting from Marquette University in 1966.

Richard O’Brien was elected president and chief executive officer in 2007, having previously served as president and chief financial officer and executive vice president and chief financial officer during 2006 and 2007, and as senior vice president and chief financial officer from 2005 to 2006. Mr. O'Brien was executive vice president and chief financial officer of AGL Resources in Atlanta, Georgia from 2001. Mr. O'Brien previously served in senior executive positions for Mirant (formerly Southern Energy, Inc.) and PacifiCorp. He has over 20 years of broad financial and operational experience in the energy, power and natural resources businesses. A graduate of the University of Chicago, Mr. O'Brien received his bachelor of arts degree in economics. He also holds a doctor of jurisprudence degree from Lewis and Clark College, Northwestern School of Law.