SGA Blog

Nancy Giere has joined SGA as our Chief Learning Officer. She brings a proven track record of designing innovative learning programs that turn technical knowledge into practical application. As your CLO, Nancy will scale and elevate member programs such as Campus by SGA, the Accredited Natural Gas Executive (ANGE), and All-Access subscriptions, while also innovating new...

Celebrating the Leadership of Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline’s Kyle Geiger SGA Natural Gas Association is proud to recognize Kyle Geiger of Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline as the August Chair of the Month. Kyle’s leadership spans multiple committees, and his dedication has made a lasting impact across SGA’s Business Development Committee and Customer Growth...

The SGA Year‑End Knowledge Sprint gives your team a practical way to convert remaining 2025 training dollars into 2026‑ready skills. What you’ll gain Time savings. Condense months of development into a few focused sessions that fit year‑end schedules. Performance gains. Equip teams with tools they can use immediately—managing people, reducing friction and understanding the gas...

Celebrating the Chair of SGA’s Storage Committee SGA Natural Gas Association is proud to recognize Jacob Abraham of Williams as our July Chair of the Month. As Chair of the Storage Committee, Jacob has strengthened member engagement and advanced initiatives that directly impact the future of underground storage. Working alongside the Vice Chair and 2nd...

Back in April, we introduced SGA’s refreshed brand, new look, sharper voice, and an even stronger focus on our mission to Share. Grow. Advance. Now, we want to hear from you.  Tell Us What’s Working, So We Can Deliver More of It. This quick survey is your chance to tell us what’s working, what’s not, and...

Natural gas is facing a critical period of transition, marked by shifts in the workforce, evolving safety standards and growing environmental commitments. In a recent interview with the Pipeline & Gas Journal, SGA Natural Gas Association CEO Suzanne Ogle discusses how SGA is proactively addressing these challenges. Ogle emphasizes the importance of investing in workforce...

In a powerful display of ingenuity, leadership, and community impact, SGA Natural Gas Association proudly announces the winners of the 2025 SGA Awards. These honors spotlight the industry’s top innovators and changemakers, individuals and teams whose work exemplifies what it means to share knowledge, grow talent, and advance the future of natural gas. Sam Trowbridge,...

At the midpoint of 2025, the natural gas industry stands at a pivotal moment. Our Q2 issue of The LINK showcases how SGA members are rising to meet this moment head-on. This quarter, we highlight strategic initiatives that underscore why collaboration, practical training and responsive leadership remain at the heart of our mission. Explore how...

We’re excited to introduce the End Use Codes & Standards Tip Sheet, a valuable resource that simplifies the complex world of codes and standards in the natural gas industry. Sponsored by the American Gas Association, American Public Gas Association, and SGA Natural Gas Association, this Tip Sheet is your essential reference for understanding local regulations,...