ABOUT NGA of Georgia
Our mission is to promote the safe, direct use of natural gas
Natural Gas:
Abundant, Affordable, Clean
Technological advances and an extensive and reliable energy delivery system have made Natural Gas the most dependable and affordable source of clean energy in the U.S.
The U.S. has enough gas supply to meet America’s diverse energy needs for more than 125 years, and these estimates continue to grow annually. Natural Gas is the logical foundational energy for homes, businesses, industry, and transportation.
The growing use of domestic natural gas reduces our dependence on foreign energy sources and strengthens America’s goals of a strong economy, national security, and environmental stewardship. The NGA of Georgia views natural gas as a foundational energy for America’s, and Georgia’s, future energy policies.
Key Objectives:
Educate and Influence
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Educate Georgia consumers on the efficiency and environmental benefits of natural gas appliances and applications |
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Influence energy policies, positioning natural gas as a primary, foundational fuel for future economic growth in Georgia |
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Impact energy policies affecting Georgia consumers and the direct use of natural gas |
The Natural Gas Association of Georgia (NGA of Georgia) was formed in 2015. Made up of natural gas providers, pipeline companies, natural gas appliance manufacturers and marketers, the association’s primary goal is to educate state leaders and industrial, commercial and residential customers on the safe, direct use of natural gas.
Directors and Officers
Natural Gas Association of Georgia Board of Directors & Officers
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PJ Zonsius
Chairman
NextEra Energy Resources
VP and GM of Retail Gas
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Carl Garofalo
Vice Chairman
Southern Company Gas
Director, Sustainability Solutions
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Alisha Hargett
Secretary
SCANA Energy Services
Senior Regulatory Analyst
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Greg Chumley
Immediate Past Chair
Austell Gas Company
Supervisor, Marketing & Public Services
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Lisa Guthrie
Board Member
Southern Natural Gas Company
Account Manager Sr. II
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Justin Stankiewicz
Board Member
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
Director of Renewable Natural Gas Development
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Mike Jewell
Board Member
Georgia Municipal Association
Gas Section
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Corey Minshew
Board Member
Atlanta Gas Light
Director, New Business Development
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Olivia Ward
Board Member
Liberty Utilities
Manager of Engineering
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Rodney Dill
Board Member
Municipal Gas Authority of Georgia
VP, Market Development & Communications
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Chris Turner
Board Member
Georgia Natural Gas
Managing Director
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Bobbie Avery
Board Member
Liberty Utilities of Georgia
Regional Director of Operations
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Ashley Jenkins
Board Member
Gas South
Director, Government & Regulatory Affairs
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Chris Coan
Board Member
Municipal Gas Authority of Georgia
Manager, Government Affairs & Economic Development
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Sara Gillis
Board Member
Atlanta Gas Light
Manager, Regulatory Affairs/Marketer Services
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Perry McGuire
Board Member
Rinnai
Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary
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Ed Young
Board Member
Mansfield Power and Gas
Vice President
Staff
Natural Gas Association of Georgia Staff and Associates
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Jennifer Whitlow Walls
NGA of GA
Executive Director
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Stephen Loftin
NGA of GA/Loftin Public Affairs
Director of Government Affairs
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Peter Floyd
Alston + Bird
General Counsel
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Grace Foster
NGA of GA
Program Coordinator
RNG Steering Board
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Carl Garofalo
CHAIR
Southern Company Gas
Membership
Committee
Committee
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Matthew Schlosser
CHAIR
B2B Markets
Marketing & Communications Committee
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Sara Gillis
CHAIR
Atlanta Gas Light
Advocacy & Government Relations Committee
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Chris Coan
CHAIR
Municipal Gas Authority of Ga
Vendor Committee
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Perry McGuire
CHAIR
Rinnai
Events & Sponsorship Committee
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Caroline Earle
CHAIR
Atlanta Gas Light
Sponsor NGA:
The Natural Gas Association of Georgia’s Partnership Program offers industry members a chance to support NGA’s mission and purpose consistently, replacing urgent appeals for help during critical times. These additional donor gifts are crucial for the success of our educational, legislative, and marketing efforts.
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