Brian joined RKA Petroleum Companies in March, 2006 and brings over 18 years of experience in the petroleum industry to the company. Prior to joining the company, Brian spent two years as the President & Chief Operating Officer of Pro Golf International and Ajay Sports, the largest franchisor of retail golf stores in the world. From 1994 to 2004, Brian was the President & Executive Vice President of Atlas Oil Company and Fast Track Ventures, a wholesale oil company and real estate venture based in Detroit, Michigan, and from 1986 to 1994 he was employed in Retail Marketing and Brand Development with BP Oil Company.

Brian brings significant experience in the petroleum industry, retail and wholesale marketing, franchise management and development, real estate acquisition and development, brand development and mergers and acquisitions. Brian received his Bachelor of Science degree from John Carroll University in 1986, and his MBA in International Business from Baldwin Wallace College in 1993.

Brian and his wife Beth have 2 children, TJ & Jacqueline, and they reside in Birmingham, Michigan.

Kurt joined RKA Petroleum Companies in January 2008.  Prior to joining RKA, Kurt spent over 15 years working for Tier 1 suppliers in the automotive industry.  He worked for both large public companies and also privately held companies holding positions in plant operations, accounting, finance, purchasing, systems implementation, and quoting.  Kurt has worked in rapid growth companies leading the accounting and finance areas while holding the controller and CFO positions.

Kurt received his B.A degree from Northwestern College in Watertown Wisconsin.  He continued his education at Keller Graduate School in Milwaukee, Wisconsin where he received his MBA in 1990 with a dual major in accounting and finance.  Kurt became a licensed CPA in 1993.

At RKA, Kurt’s responsibilities include Accounting, Treasury, Tax, Credit and Information Systems.  His focus in these areas will be to develop best in class processes and systems to establish RKA as a leader in the wholesale petroleum business.

Kurt resides in Monroe, Michigan.  He is especially fond of the small town environment having grown up in rural North Dakota.  He enjoys most outdoor activities but does favor cycling and horseback riding.

Keith graduated from Detroit Country Day School in 1989 and went on to the University of Arizona, graduating in 1994 with a Bachelors in Fine Arts with a minor in Marketing. Keith was a member of Arizona's ice hockey team for four years. After graduation Keith moved to Los Angeles, California taking up a career with NBC Studios.

After three years of learning the ropes in the real world, Keith returned to Michigan to join the family business in late 1997. As a member of the third generation at RKA Petroleum Companies, Keith brings a strong drive for success, and competitiveness to the business. Outside of being raised in the oil industry, he started his career with RKA by restructuring the technology within the company alongside Jason Hittleman, RKA's Director of Biofuels & Information Systems. Once the foundation was formed, Keith moved on to improve efficiencies in their home heating division and cardlock network. In 2000, he began the restructuring of the Wholesale Department. He has built an extremely strong wholesale department with several loyal employees over the years. He currently oversees sales in 27 states, handles all throughput agreements with the RKA Terminal, oversees all government sales, and is a leader in the overall RKA mission.

Keith is married to Jacqueline, has twin girls and a son, and resides in Birmingham, Michigan. He enjoys playing ice hockey and golfing on a regular basis.

Kyle attended Fork Union Military Academy in West Virginia for three years and graduated from West Bloomfield High School in 1995. He went on to Western Michigan University where he majored in Business Management.

Kyle joined his family business in 1997 and began working in the company's Dispatch Division. Kyle spent several years learning the business from a hands-on approach, working in several areas of the company. In 2003, he was promoted to the Transportation Manger. Kyle is now responsible for all transport and tankwagon operations as well as all of the repair operations. He and his team have also implemented RKA's Driver Safety Program and continually sponsor ongoing safety training.

Kyle and his team continue to improve their operations to better service RKA's diverse market mix.

Kyle resides in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. He enjoys golfing on a regular basis.

Jason graduated from Cranbrook Kingswood Schools in 1999 and went on to the University of Michigan, graduating in 2003 with a Bachelors in General Studies. There, he focused on Business, Information Systems, and Alternative Energies.

At an early age, Jason began working at MARS Advertising in Southfield, Michigan as their Systems Administrator. During the two years he was there, he was instrumental in the development of their network operations. In 1998, Jason joined RKA Petroleum Companies and worked alongside Keith Albertie for one year to develop RKA's network infrastructure. Today, as RKA's Director of Biofuels & Information Systems, Jason is responsible for all of the company's biofuel initiatives and information systems. He handles the company's biofuel investments, biofuel blending infrastructure and quality control programs and is the Chairman of the Alternative Fuels Board for the company. Jason has, and continues to work diligently to improve the company's business processes through logical applications of technology. He is a leader in the overall mission and strategic outlook for the company. In addition to his daily responsibilities, Jason is also responsible for the marketing, public relations, and educational outreach programs for the company. Jason serves as the Chairman of Philanthropy for the Detroit Oilmen's Club.

Jason enjoys running and currently resides in Birmingham, Michigan.

Terry joined RKA Petroleum, LLC in 1999, shortly after our acquisition of the Citgo Romulus terminal. Terry has worked in the terminal business for over thirty-two years, most notably for Ashland Oil before it was purchased by Marathon. Terry is responsible for all of the terminal operations including pipeline receipts, rail car unloading, and daily rack operations.

Terry is married to Cynthia and resides in Westland, Michigan. He enjoys vacationing in Las Vegas and playing golf in his spare time.

Patty joined RKA Petroleum Companies in 1987 after studying business at Ferris State College. She has continually upgraded her HR credentials through numerous conference and study programs.  She is responsible for all human resource duties carried out within the RKA family of companies.

Very much a people person, and with strong family ties, when she is not in her office helping her fellow employees, she can usually be found at her cottage on Lake Michigan with her husband Colin, some of their four children, and their dogs.