Charles McPherson
Founder
Charles McPherson, Sr. (“Mac”) is from the “Sand Mountain” area of northeast Alabama where he attended Albertville High School. Mac graduated from The University of Alabama with a B.S. degree in business, and he continued his education… Read More
Charles McPherson, Sr. (“Mac”) is from the “Sand Mountain” area of northeast Alabama where he attended Albertville High School. Mac graduated from The University of Alabama with a B.S. degree in business, and he continued his education at The University of Alabama by receiving a second degree in chemistry.
Mac began his petroleum industry career with Shell Oil Company’s Marine Division in Houston, Texas as a lubrication engineer. Mac worked with Shell Oil until 1970. On April 1, 1971, “Mac” formed McPherson Oil Products in Oneonta, Alabama. After 35 years of buying, building and expanding what is now The McPherson Companies, Inc., Mac is serving as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.
Mac has grown the original McPherson Oil Products to be one of the southeast’s most successful petroleum companies with over 37 acquisitions and mergers. With his vast knowledge and experience in the petroleum industry, Mac continues to be a strong asset to both TMC’s customers as well as the new generation of company management.
Additionally, Mac continues to emphasize the family-oriented atmosphere at TMC. Mac has always stressed the importance of TMC’s environmental responsibilities, and he has been an industry leader in recycled products.
Mac is a community-focused leader and loves being involved in politics; he is often quoted saying “Don’t gripe if you don’t care enough to be involved and vote”. Mac is a supporter of the United Way, Boy Scouts of America and The Children’s Hospital of Alabama. He is a board member of The Jefferson County Economic and Industrial Development Authority and The Prescott House. Additionally, Mac serves on the Jefferson County Judicial Commission. In his spare time, Mac enjoys fly fishing anytime, anywhere, his old Lambda Chi fraternity brothers and his 1959 Albertville classmates.
Ken McPherson
President
Ken McPherson was named President of The McPherson Companies in August 2006. Ken has worked with TMC for 10 years and during this time he has performed numerous roles in sales, operations, and administration… Read More
Ken McPherson was named President of The McPherson Companies in August 2006. Ken has worked with TMC for 10 years and during this time he has performed numerous roles in sales, operations, and administration. Ken has a strong knowledge of the petroleum industry. As President, Ken focuses on the strategic direction of the company, building strong relationships with our suppliers and ensuring that our customers are provided with quality products and World Class service. He is a member of ExxonMobil’s National Lubricant Distributor Advisory Council. Prior to working with TMC, Ken started his career in Houston, Texas with HCA Healthcare working in healthcare administration. Ken graduated with a business degree from the University of Alabama and received an M.B.A from The University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas.
Bill Benston
Chief Financial Officer
Bill Benston joined TMC as Chief Financial Officer in November 2018 after serving on the Board of Directors for six years. Bill’s experience prior to McPherson included roles in operations and manufacturing consulting, private equity… Read More
Bill Benston joined TMC as Chief Financial Officer in November 2018 after serving on the Board of Directors for six years. Bill’s experience prior to McPherson included roles in operations and manufacturing consulting, private equity, and mergers and acquisitions, as well as serving as Chief Financial Officer and President of a manufacturing and distribution business. Bill graduated from the McIntire School of Commerce of the University of Virginia with a BS in Commerce (dual concentrations in Finance and Human Resources Management) and from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania with an MBA (concentration in Finance).
Mike Kirouac
Senior Vice President of Commercial Sales
Mike Kirouac joined TMC in February 2017, as Senior Vice President of Commercial Sales. Mike’s responsibilities with TMC include lubes, commercial fuel, inside sales and marketing… Read More
Mike Kirouac joined TMC in February 2017, as Senior Vice President of Commercial Sales. Mike’s responsibilities with TMC include lubes, commercial fuel, inside sales and marketing. Mike has spent his entire career in distribution and has lived all over the country, most recently relocating from Chicago to Birmingham. Prior to joining TMC Mike worked for both public and private distributors, selling various products into the manufacturing, construction, automotive and commercial vehicle markets. Mike graduated from Clarkson University in 1996 with a bachelor’s degree in Engineering & Management.
Brant Holladay
Vice President of Finance
Brant Holladay joined TMC in August 2010, as Vice President of Finance. Brant’s responsibilities with TMC include Finance, Accounting, and commercial fuel supply management. Brant has enjoyed the majority of his career in the Birmingham area… Read More
Brant Holladay joined TMC in August 2010, as Vice President of Finance. Brant’s responsibilities with TMC include Finance, Accounting and commercial fuel supply management. Brant has enjoyed the majority of his career in the Birmingham area after transferring with KPMG to Birmingham from Dallas, Texas in 1987. Prior to joining TMC, Brant worked in senior financial roles in varied industries including private water utilities, hospice care (healthcare), and with Birmingham Steel Corporation, a publicly-traded steel manufacturer. Brant graduated from Harding University with an Accounting degree and obtained his CPA certification in 1986.
Gerald L. Jowers, II
Vice President of Information Technology
Gerald Jowers joined TMC in February of 2015, as the Vice President of Information Technology. Gerald’s responsibilities include IT Strategy, cybersecurity, governance/risk, ERP implementation, business process, enterprise software… Read More
Gerald Jowers joined TMC in February of 2015, as the Vice President of Information Technology. Gerald’s responsibilities include IT Strategy, cybersecurity, governance/risk, ERP implementation, business process, enterprise software, system support, and project management. His career has been spent in distribution, construction materials, software, and manufacturing. Prior to joining TMC he has worked on every continent but Antarctica and lived on three continents working with business both globally and locally. Gerald graduated from The University of Alabama with a Bachelor of Science in Commerce & Business Administration with an accounting major.
Clint Carpenter
Vice President of Operations
Clint joined TMC in November 2019, as the Vice President of Operations. Clint’s responsibilities with TMC include all aspects of operations including transportation, supply chain, and warehousing. Prior to joining TMC Clint spent the majority… Read More
Clint joined TMC in November 2019, as the Vice President of Operations. Clint’s responsibilities with TMC include all aspects of operations including transportation, supply chain, and warehousing. Prior to joining TMC Clint spent the majority of his career here in Birmingham working in the coal mining industry, most recently he and his family moved from the Gulf Coast where he was the VP of logistics for a large furniture manufacturer overseeing the supply chain for a multi-facility operation. Clint attended the University of Alabama where he received his B.S. in Communication and continued his education at Troy University where he received his M.B.A.
Chris Smith
Vice President of Sales Commercial Fuel and Industrial
Chris Smith rejoined TMCs team in June 2014 as VP of Commercial Fuel and ReNew. As VP of Commercial Fuel he manages our day to day operations for both our Transport and Tank Wagon fuel. He also oversees the ReNew division which is our oil… Read More
Chris Smith rejoined TMCs team in June 2014 as VP of Commercial Fuel and ReNew. As VP of Commercial Fuel, he manages our day to day operations for both our Transport and Tank Wagon fuel. He also oversees the ReNew division which is our oil reclamation division. Previously Chris was with us as VP of Sales from 1999 up until 2008. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Alabama. Chris is also a member of Sigma Chi fraternity, Iota Iota Chapter.
Patrick May
Senior Director of Customer Experience
Patrick May joined TMC in October 2018, as Senior Director Customer Experience. Patrick’s responsibilities with TMC include all aspects related… Read More
Patrick May joined TMC in October 2018, as Senior Director Customer Experience. Patrick’s responsibilities with TMC include all aspects related to the customer’s experience. Prior to joining TMC, Patrick owned his own company in the panhandle of Florida for 19 years in the Electronic Imaging and Software industry. Patrick graduated from Auburn University with B.S. in Marketing.
Chris Creel
Director of Strategic Fuelz Sales and Operations
Chris Creel joined TMC in July 1995 and has 23 years of experience working with fleet owners and managers to reduce their overall operations expenses. Chris was instrumental in growing TMC’s Fleet… Read More
Chris Creel joined TMC in July 1995 and has 23 years of experience working with fleet owners and managers to reduce their overall operations expenses. Chris was instrumental in growing TMC’s Fleet Management credit card into a key division of TMC. In 2011 TMC launched its new “Fuelz Fleet Card. Chris currently serves as the Director of Fleet Management Services for the Fuelz division. Chris’s responsibilities include all sales and operations management. Chris received a B.A. degree in Finance and an M.B.A. from The University of Alabama.
Carol Huskison
General Manager, Retail Fuel Division
Carol Huskison joined TMC in September 2011. Prior to TMC, she spent 20 years at ExxonMobil in various fuels and operations roles and 2 years at… Read More
Carol Huskison joined TMC in September 2011. Prior to TMC, she spent 20 years at ExxonMobil in various fuels and operations roles and 2 years at Couche-Tard (Circle K) in franchise development. Carol received a Marketing degree and MBA from Mississippi State University.
Wendi Allen
Director of Marketing and OEM Sales
Wendi Allen has been employed by TMC since 2007where she began as Director of Customer Care and Inside Sales where she focused on ensuring that customers were provided with Excellent Customer Service and supported the sales team in… Read More
Wendi Allen has been employed by TMC since 2007where she began as Director of Customer Care and Inside Sales where she focused on ensuring that customers were provided with Excellent Customer Service and supported the sales team in their efforts. Wendi’s experience in eCommerce enabled TMC to be one of the first in their industry to launch on-line ordering for petroleum distributors in 2011. Prior to joining TMC, Wendi acquired 13 years of service and sales call center experience with Saks Incorporated and SkyTel Communications located in Jackson, Mississippi. In 2014, Wendi transitioned to Director of Fuelz Marketing and Services where she spearheaded new marketing initiatives for the Fuelz Fleet Card division. Wendi attended Millsaps College in Jackson, Mississippi and has a bachelor of arts, with a double major in Sociology and Psychology.
Andria Cleghorn
Senior Director of Process Improvement
Andria Cleghorn joined TMC in July 2008. She has worked various accounting and financial roles within the organization and is currently the Senior Director of Process Improvement… Read More
Andria Cleghorn joined TMC in July 2008. She has worked various accounting and financial roles within the organization and is currently the Senior Director of Process Improvement. Andria began her financial career in the banking industry as a corporate lender. Andria graduated from Birmingham Southern College with a B.S. in International Business. She has a Master’s in Business Administration as well as a Master’s in Accountancy from Samford University.
Alecia LaFon
Director of Human Resources
Alecia LaFon joined TMC in November 2009, as Human Resources Manager and was promoted to Director of Human Resources in 2016. Alecia’s responsibilities with TMC include… Read More
Alecia LaFon joined TMC in November 2009, as Human Resources Manager and was promoted to Director of Human Resources in 2016. Alecia’s responsibilities with TMC include employee relations, compliance, recruiting, and benefits management. Early in her career, Alecia worked in the banking industry for over 12 years in various functions including branch operations, marketing, and human resources. Prior to joining TMC, Alecia worked with Deloitte Consulting LLP in their Human Capital division as a Consultant for implementations of HRIS solutions primarily in health care. Alecia graduated with a Bachelors degree in Business Administration with a concentration of Marketing from the University of Montevallo in 2000.
David Tidwell
Environmental and Safety Compliance Officer
David Tidwell joined TMC in August 2004 as General Manager for the Total Petroleum Equipment division. In 2008 David developed the Environmental and Safety Compliance Officer… Read More
David Tidwell joined TMC in August 2004 as General Manager for the Total Petroleum Equipment division. In 2008 David developed the Environmental and Safety Compliance Officer position. David is responsible for maintaining compliance in environmental and safety as it relates to regulatory agencies. Prior to joining TMC he was General Manager with Aramark services that spanned a 23-year career. David is a board-certified Environmental and Safety Compliance Officer by the National Registry of Environmental Professionals. David graduated from Luther Rice Seminary earning the Master of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry degrees.
