The Plaza Group, a leading international petrochemical marketing firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Allen Knippers as Business Manager. Allen joins The Plaza Group from Valenz, where he played a key role in business operations and client management. His extensive experience in operations, logistics, and commercial strategy will further strengthen The Plaza Group’s ability to serve its partners and expand its market reach.

“We are excited to welcome Allen Knippers to The Plaza Group,” said Randy Velarde, President of The Plaza Group. “Allen’s expertise and leadership in business operations will be instrumental in driving our commercial strategies and enhancing the value we provide to our customers.”

Allen has a strong background in petrochemical marketing and supply chain management, with a proven track record of optimizing business processes and fostering strategic growth initiatives. His industry knowledge and operational expertise align seamlessly with The Plaza Group’s mission to deliver high-quality service and solutions to its partners.

For more information about The Plaza Group, please visit THEPLAZAGRP.COM.

About The Plaza Group

Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Houston, The Plaza Group is a multi-million-dollar international marketing company of petrochemicals, refinery products, lignosulfonates along with agricultural and animal feed ingredients. The company represents major producers including Aditya Birla, Aleris, Cenovus Energy, CEPSA, CF Industries, Delek, Hood Container, Mitsui, Nutrien, Oceana, Shell, Total Energies, Valero, Valenz and Yara. For inquiries call (800) 876-3738 or visit the company's website at theplazagrp.com.

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“Allen’s expertise and leadership in business operations will be instrumental in driving our commercial strategies and enhancing the value we provide to our customers,” shared Randy Velarde, President of The Plaza Group.