Entries by Rick Potratz

M/V Miss Marley Crew Receives First Lampton Honors Award Challenge Coin

At Ergon, we take great pride in our core values of Empowered Service, Selfless Leadership, Purposeful Growth and Respectful Relationships. When our Ergon family adheres to these standards and embodies these values, it is important to acknowledge it as an accomplishment. Recently, crew members at Ergon’s Magnolia Marine Transport Company (MMT) exemplified our core value of Selfless […]

Ergon Celebrates Headquarters Expansion With Groundbreaking Ceremony

Flowood, Miss. — On July 30, 2024, Ergon Inc. hosted a groundbreaking celebration for our headquarters expansion project at Mirror Lake Plaza in Flowood, Mississippi. Founded by Leslie Lampton Sr. in 1954, the Ergon story began with just two employees, a used fuel transport truck and a one-room building in Jackson, Mississippi. The organization has since grown […]

Ergon Talks: Our People, Business, Culture and Values

At Ergon, we prioritize communication and continuous learning through many avenues, including our podcast series, Ergon Talks. This series serves as a valuable resource for our employees, customers and communities, offering insights into our industry and company culture and emphasizing our commitment to employee well-being and Purposeful Growth. __________ Employees benefit from updates on company initiatives, industry trends […]

People Who Move Us – The Ergon Way

The Ergon Way is a motto that represents how we operate, our culture and our core values of Empowered Service, Selfless Leadership, Purposeful Growth and Respectful Relationships. Ergon is comprised of many different types of people who help shape The Ergon Way, and we always love to hear their stories. We’re excited to introduce a […]

Ergon Celebrates 70 Years of Service

Ergon, a family-owned and -operated business that began in 1954, has been proudly celebrating our 70th anniversary with a series of exciting events and activities. This milestone is a testament to the dedication of the entire Ergon family of employees who have helped grow our organization into the global solutions provider we are today. The […]

Preserving The Roads That Connect Us – The Ergon Way

Roads lead to communities where we live and work. They are vital to modern society. Read Ergon President & CEO Kris Patrick’s latest LinkedIn article, as shown below, to learn more about our commitment to providing solutions to preserve the roads that connect us. _____________ Ergon provides innovative solutions and specialized services that preserve the roads […]

A Commitment to Employee Well-Being: Meet Steve Clark

At Ergon, dedication to employee well-being extends beyond the workplace, fostering physical, emotional and mental health. This commitment is embodied in the role of Steve Clark, Wellness & Recognition Program Manager — a new position both for Clark and for Ergon. ______ Clark’s journey with Ergon began over 22 years ago. Before assuming his current […]

Ergon Expands Partnership With Nordmann Rassmann

Multinational chemical distributor Nordmann has taken a new step in its partnership with Ergon International Inc., the world’s largest manufacturer of naphthenic process and base oils. As of February 1, Nordmann has consolidated the distributing activities across the Baltic States, Benelux, the DACH region, France, the Nordic countries, Serbia, Spain and the UK*. With its […]

Ergon Supports a Circular Economy

Ergon President & CEO has contributed a LinkedIn article for Earth Day, highlighting Ergon’s efforts to support a circular economy and ensure a more sustainable future. Read the featured article below, and learn about Ergon’s efforts to continue Doing Right with our products, for our planet, by our people and through our principles. __________ By focusing on […]

Ergon Construction Group: Growth Rooted in Relationships

The Ergon family of companies is committed to providing innovative and specialized solutions that drive customer success. In keeping with the organization-wide goal to be the world’s premier partner for progress, learn how Ergon Construction Group’s commitment to building relationships has led to tremendous growth opportunities, allowing them to expand into more markets with additional […]