James Greer is committed to providing quality products and services in the oil and gas industry. As Senior Vice President of Supply and Transportation for MFA Oil Company, James helps to fuels rural America by leading the company's supply department, including refinery output and propane procurement, as well as mergers and acquisitions.

James became familiar with the oil and gas industry at an early age, learning from his father and grandfather who worked in the industry. Interested in both business and agriculture, he attended Oklahoma State University where he studied agricultural economics. Introduced to MFA Oil through his grandfather, James joined the company as a training agent shortly after graduation. Throughout his career, he's held several leadership positions within the company, including Western Region Vice President and Vice President of Supply and Government affairs. In addition to his role with MFA Oil, James serves on industry boards including Missouri Propane Research and Education Council (MOPERC) and Missouri Petroleum Marketers and Convenience Store Association (MPCA).

Hear more from James and Cliff on career longevity, what it takes to keep rural America running smoothly and how life has changed in rural communities. They also discuss what's ahead for energy infrastructure and how rural businesses and communities must blend old school values and new technology together to keep moving forward. Check it out!

What you'll learn:

• An inside look at what it takes to keep rural America running smoothly
• How to navigate challenges throughout your career and tips for career longevity
• Insight into legislation that James and MFA Oil have a vested interest in and what's ahead for energy infrastructure
• The importance of quality products and services and the power of a personal recommendation
• Insight into how rural American communities and businesses can find success by combining old school values with new technology
• More about how rural America is changing and some creative incentives to continue to grow and develop communities
• The importance of always wanting to learn and gain additional knowledge
• Perseverance, integrity and other rural American core values that James lives by