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Arnel Ty, founder of LPGMA Partylist and President of Republic Gas Corporation, is taking the LPG industry to a whole new level—not just in safety and professionalism but in financial savvy too.

In an exclusive chat with financial guru Chinkee Tan—who’s a household name among his 5.8 million Facebook followers—Ty unveiled an exciting new collaboration: a financial literacy module designed specifically for LPG industry players.

Money Talks in the LPG World

Ty isn’t just about compliance with the LPG Industry Regulation Act (RA 11592). He’s on a mission to help industry stakeholders make smarter financial decisions.

“This collaboration is more than just about compliance with RA 11592,” Ty said. “By integrating financial literacy into the training modules, we aim to empower participants to make better financial decisions, manage resources wisely, and ensure the long-term sustainability of their LPG businesses.”

As an accredited training provider under the Department of Energy (DOE), LPGMA is stepping up its game by adding financial management tools to its mandatory two-day training sessions. These sessions, required for all LPG sector personnel, now aim to do more than just teach safety and technical know-how—they’ll help participants level up their financial game, too.

Beyond Compliance: Professionalizing the LPG Industry
Under the DOE’s “Goodbye Generic, Hello Branded” campaign, the goal is clear: phase out unsafe, unmarked LPG cylinders by December 31, 2025. But Ty believes there’s more to this story than just replacing cylinders.

“As industry participants, we are committed to assisting and following the Department of Energy’s directives in compliance with Republic Act 11592,” Ty said. “We will also ensure that all industry players actively cooperate to fully implement the law.”

It’s all part of a larger push to elevate standards across the board—safety, professionalism, and now financial literacy.

Chinkee Tan Brings Financial Wisdom to the LPG Table

Here’s where Chinkee Tan comes in. Known for making money matters fun and easy to understand, Tan is introducing modules on budgeting, investing, and managing business finances—all tailored for LPG entrepreneurs.

“We’re not just ticking boxes for compliance,” Ty explained. “We’re setting a new standard by equipping our participants with financial tools that can drive growth and sustainability for their businesses.”
Empowering LPG Entrepreneurs

Mercedita Pastrana, Executive Director of LPGIA, also emphasized the importance of these training programs. “This is a prerequisite for the issuance or renewal of the License to Operate (LTO),” she noted. But for Ty and Tan, it’s about more than just checking off a requirement—it’s about creating a professionalized, compliant, and financially savvy industry.

With this collaboration, the LPG sector is poised to transform into a thriving and empowered community, ready to face challenges and embrace opportunities.

So, if you’re in the LPG business, get ready. This isn’t just training—it’s a movement. Financial freedom and industry excellence? Now that’s a combo worth celebrating.