WPMA News / Fall 2026	
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State Report
Thursday in Full Swing— 
from the Range to the Raffle
IPM&CSA Member Meeting & Program
Nothing is more constant in the petroleum marketing business 
than change—and lately, change seems to be moving at full 
throttle. Our member meeting stays focused on the bottom line: 
enhancing, promoting, and protecting your business. This year 
was no exception, with a wide range of speakers offering practi-
cal information and timely recommendations to help members 
stay ahead.
Member Meeting / Board Vote / 2026 Track Record
• Brad Holland, IPM&CSA President, 	
 
welcomed all and introduced  
board members. 
• 2026 IPM&CSA Board members 
were elected by vote of the  
general membership. 
• IPM&CSA Track Record of  
legislative accomplishments  
and 2026 IPM&CSA Board  
list were provided.
2026 Presentations & Industry Issues 
Member Program
2026 Economic Overview: Practical Insights to Understand  
& Succeed in a Changing Environment  
What to make of the economic environment facing our nation 
in 2026? Decoding the variables that provide insights into how 
you can benefit in times of uncertainty.  
Robert Spendlove—Economic and Public Policy Officer, 
Zions Bank 
Fuel Supply & Infrastructure in the West  
An Update on Recent Developments  
to Move Bulk Petroleum by Pipeline 
Paul Witte—Senior Director  
of Movements, Marathon Pipeline 
Insurance Fraud—Not a Victimless Crime  
Insurance fraud is an economic crime that we all pay for. In 
fact, insurance fraud costs the U.S. over $300 Billion annually 
according to a Coalition Against Insurance Fraud study. The 
need for consumers, business owners, and insurance compa-
nies to stay ahead of the sophisticated, bad actors has never 
been greater. (Jan 2026) 
Dean Rhoades—1st Vice President, Director  
of Special Projects, Risk Management, Federated Insurance. 
The Federal Front—EMA & NACS Tag Team 
Report from Inside the Beltway—What you need to know to 
stay on top of the latest developments in politics, policy and 
protecting your pocketbook. 
Doug Kantor—NACS  
Jorge Roman—EMA 

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