Gus Miller

Gus Miller was the founder and CEO of Miller Oil Company, a significant player in the petroleum and convenience retail industry. Here are some key details about him:

Career and Company

Augustus "Gus" Miller founded Miller Oil Company in 1977 when he purchased Exxon Company USA's home heating oil business in Norfolk, VA.1 Under his leadership, the company experienced significant growth:

• In the 1980s, Miller Oil expanded into convenience retailing and petroleum marketing.1
• By the 2000s, the company had further expanded its fuels distribution business into southern Florida.1
• At its peak, Miller Oil operated 21 company-operated convenience stores, 2 dealer-operated stores, and over 70 wholesale dealer accounts across Virginia, North Carolina, and Florida.13

Achievements and Recognition

Gus Miller's leadership led to several accomplishments:

• Miller Oil became the largest fuel oil distributor in the Hampton Roads area.2
• The company grew to have over 450 employees and annual sales of $100 million.2
• Under his direction, Miller's Energy (the company's retail brand) gained recognition in the region.6

Personal Information

• Gus Miller was born in 1933 and passed away on December 24, 2020, at the age of 87 in Virginia Beach, VA.4
• He was a graduate of Milford High School, class of 1951.2
• Gus served as Chairman and CEO of Miller Oil Company until his passing.5

Legacy

After Gus Miller's passing, his son Jeffrey "Jeff" Miller took over as President of the company.1 In 2022, the family decided to sell the convenience retail and petroleum marketing aspects of the business, focusing on their heating oil distribution and HVAC service operations.3