The Petroleum and Convenience Marketers of Alabama (P&CMA), a nonprofit trade association representing more than 200 petroleum marketers and convenience store operators across the state, has announced the hiring of Neal Morrison, effective August 1, 2025. Morrison will serve as the director of governmental and legislative affairs and oversee member engagement programs. Bart Fletcher will continue in his role as association president.
Morrison brings a distinguished record of public service and leadership. He is a former member of the Alabama House of Representatives, former director of the North Alabama Regional Council of Governments, and served as commissioner of senior services under Governor Robert Bentley. He also chaired the Alabama Certificate of Need Board and is a lifetime member of the American Council of Young Political Leaders.
“With more than 30 years of experience in governmental affairs and community outreach, Neal brings the experience and relationships needed to help P&CMA achieve our goals, mission, and vision,” said Rex Jones, chair of the association’s board of directors. “We look forward to having Neal as part of the P&CMA family.”
“I am humbled and honored to join such an outstanding association that represents family-owned small businesses and hard-working men and women across Alabama,” said Morrison. “Petroleum marketers literally fuel the economic engine of the state. Without the products they provide, economic development cannot occur.”
In addition to representing the association in Montgomery, Morrison will lead efforts to strengthen member engagement across Alabama, helping connect businesses with elected officials at the local, state, and federal levels.
P&CMA’s membership includes companies that own, operate, and/or supply more than 3,250 convenience stores statewide, employing nearly 60,000 people. The association plays a vital role in supporting Alabama’s energy infrastructure and small business community. Members include both major branded and independent petroleum marketers, as well as operators of locally owned convenience stores.
