Gary Dennis

Founder & Board Member

Gary Dennis has spent 32 years in the propane business, starting or acquiring 22 locations across Washington, Oregon, Arizona, Colorado, and Utah. He got his start in 1994 founding Puget Propane in Mount Vernon, Washington, followed by Legacy Propane in Tacoma, WA in 2002, Pacific Coast Energy in DuPont, WA in 2015, and Mile High Propane in Denver in 2020 — building each one through new start-up locations and a steady string of propane company acquisitions.

Today, Gary is an owner and board member of Aventus Energy, operating from Salt Lake City, Utah; Tacoma, Washington; and Molalla, Oregon.

Mr. Dennis is past Vice President of the Board of Helping Hands House in Pierce County, WA, and is the proud father of two daughters and one granddaughter.

Professional Highlights

35+ Years in the Propane Industry

Decades of hands on leadership, operations, and strategic growth across the propane industry.

Successful Business Acquisitions

Led the acquisition and integration of independent propane companies while preserving local relationships and customer trust.

Building Long Term Value

Helped grow propane businesses through operational excellence, employee development, and sustainable expansion.