LP Gas Hall of Fame Inductee – Class of 2016
McClendon helped facilitate the establishment of the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) – arguably his most significant contribution to the industry.
He was one of the charter councilors and served as PERC’s second chairman from 1999 to 2001, helping to set up the organization for success. During McClendon’s chairmanship, the council launched many firsts, according to PERC President and CEO Roy Willis. This included the first market research initiative, the propane branding effort that led to the “Propane Exceptional Energy” theme, the first consumer education advertising program and the Partnership with States program that expanded the reach and frequency of the council’s advertising campaign to bring the propane message to end users.
He also played a key role on the council’s consumer education advisory committee. In addition, McClendon was heavily involved in the National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), serving as committee chairs and in the officer roles. He was president of the board for the 1995-96 term. He also directed a task force that led to the creation of the Gas Check program.
Over the 20 years McClendon worked with NPGA, “not much happened where Daryl was not a key player,” says Dan Myers, former CEO of the association. Those close to McClendon say he also made a difference behind the scenes on behalf of the industry. NPGA honored him this year with its Distinguished Service Award.
He resides in Willowbrook, Ill.