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Grady Gaubert Honored with 2025 EMA Distinguished Service Award

In a shining moment for both Grady Gaubert and Gaubert Oil, the Energy Marketers of America (EMA) has bestowed upon the company's President and CEO the prestigious Distinguished Service Award. This accolade was presented during the 2025 EMA Fall Meeting at the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) Show held in Chicago. Gaubert's recognition is not only a testament to his personal leadership but also reflects the lasting positive impact he has had on the petroleum marketing industry over the decades.

Gaubert Oil, a family-run business located in Thibodaux, Louisiana, is now in its third generation under the stewardship of Grady Gaubert. His journey with the company began at a young age, where he garnered experience across various roles before rising to the position of CEO in 2005. Under his vision and guidance, Gaubert Oil has successfully evolved into one of the Gulf South’s foremost vertically integrated enterprises. The company boasts a diverse set of operations including a branded wholesale fuel and lubricants division, the GoBears convenience store chain, GOCO Transport, and the Industrial Fluid Management (IFM) segment.

Grady’s significant contributions to the industry include serving as a two-time past president of the Louisiana Oil Marketers and Convenience Store Association and as a former chair of the South Central Region in the national organization. Additionally, he has played pivotal roles in several industry boards including the Chevron-Texaco Petroleum Marketers Association, various Chambers of Commerce, and has participated in numerous charitable boards. His comprehensive understanding of both upstream and downstream operations granted him a unique perspective during his tenure as EMA Chairman.

In a statement, EMA Executive Director, Underwood, emphasized the value of Gaubert's insights highlighting how his unique perspective has enhanced the organization's goals and objectives. Gaubert, in return, acknowledged the immense personal growth he has experienced through his leadership roles within EMA, reflecting deeply on the professional relationships and policy shaping activities that have marked his career within the association.

The 2025 EMA Distinguished Service Award aptly symbolizes a career rooted in integrity, innovation, and unwavering commitment to advancing the energy marketing industry. As Gaubert Oil prepares to commemorate its 100th anniversary in 2026, it stands as a beacon of progress, job creation, and community support throughout Louisiana and the broader Gulf South region.

About the Energy Marketers of America (EMA)

The Energy Marketers of America, with its headquarters in Washington, D.C., represents a national federation comprising 47 state and regional trade associations. Collectively, these associations advocate for the interests of over 8,000 independent petroleum marketers and heating fuel dealers. Remarkably, EMA members account for almost half of the motor fuel and heating oil consumed across the United States, focusing on policies that support the operational success of small, independent energy businesses and the communities they serve.

About Gaubert Oil Company

Gaubert Oil is a family-owned and operated business that engages in multiple industry segments. With a robust wholesale fuel and lubricant operation supported by seven bulk fuel and lubricant distribution centers, the company also operates the GoBears convenience store chain, which includes 22 locations, six of which are full-service truck stops. Moreover, GOCO Transport houses a fleet of 75 trucks, while the Industrial Fluid Management (IFM) division continues to expand with its technical services focused on lubrication products and solutions for the industrial, oil and gas, petrochemical, and refining markets. More detailed information about Gaubert Oil can be found on their official website: www.gaubertoil.com.