The APGA Security and Integrity Foundation (APGA SIF)  is a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation, dedicated to promoting the security, operational integrity and safety of natural gas distribution and utilization facilities . Led by a rotating board composed of industry veterans, pioneers, and experts we look forward to answering your questions about how APGA SIF can help your gas system.


Bill DeFoor (Ga.), Chair 
Director – Regulatory Compliance
Municipal Gas Authority of Georgia

Bradley Walters (N.C.), 1st Vice Chair 
City of Rocky Mount

Kathleen McNelis (Mo.), 2nd Vice Chair
Pipeline Safety Program Manager
Missouri Public Service Commission

Jamie Burns (La.)
Conservation Program Manager
Louisiana Department of Natural Resources

Dave Hraha (Iowa)
Director of Member Services
Iowa Association of Municipal Utilites

Bryce Keener (Tenn.)
Tennessee Public Utility Commission

Jon Mason (Pa.)
Assistant Gas Superintendent
Chambersburg Gas Department

Stephen Mayfield (Fla.)
AGM – Gas Operations
City of Tallahassee Natural Gas Utility

Kevin Speicher (N.Y.)
New York State Department of Public Service

Michelle Thebert (Ga.)
Director, Office of Pipeline Safety
Georgia Public Service Commission

Darin Yusi (Wa.)
Gas Engineer
City of Ellensburg

Erin Kurilla (APGASIF Liaison)
Chief Operating Officer
APGA Security and Integrity Foundation

Chris McLaren, Ex Oficio
Program Manager
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin

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