Jeff Burrell to lead fuel operations at TravelCenters of America

Former Global Vice President for Circle K joins transformation team of new senior leaders as part of company turnaround plan.

Fuel and oil industry expert Jeff Burrell joins the company as Senior Vice President, Fuel, and in that position he will lead the company in all aspects of fuel purchasing and operations, including contracting, retail pricing, and exploration and testing of new fuel-related ventures.

Burrell replaces Mark Dansizen, who is retiring from the organization.

The hiring of another new senior leader aims at aiding the company’s recently announced strategic reorganization and transition plan.

Burrell previously served as a Global Vice President for Circle K and its parent company Alimentation Couche-Tard, a multinational operator of 15,000 convenience stores, where he was responsible for all of Circle K’s global fuel sourcing, brand and terminal strategy, supply and trading, and consumer forecourt experience at sites.

“Jeff’s arrival is yet another deliberate and strategic step we are taking to position our company for growth and success during this time of transformation. He will challenge the company to test new ways of driving efficiency and value in its high-volume fuel business to help pass savings and efficiencies to our fleets, drivers and leisure travelers,” said Jon Pertchik, CEO of TA.

The addition marks the fifth new senior leader to join the company since it announced a comprehensive reorganization and turnaround plan on May 1. The other new senior leaders are SVP and Chief Information Officer Sandy Rapp, SVP of Corporate Development Dennis King, SVP of Hospitality Kevin Kelly and SVP of Procurement Jamie Hubbard.

Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Westlake, Ohio, its more than 20,000 employees serve customers in over 265 locations in 44 states and Canada, principally under the TA, Petro Stopping Centers and TA Express brands.