Sandri Energy Names Cernak VP; Promotes Herzig

Sandri Energy, Greenfield, Mass., announced the appointment of Leslie Cernak as vice president of operations, overseeing the heating fuels, commercial fuels, mechanical services, and clean burn divisions. Cernak brings more than 36 years of experience in the fuel oil and propane industry. Previously, she served as vice president and treasurer at Cernak Fuel Corp. in Easthampton, Mass., until its acquisition by HOP Energy in 2018, where she continued to contribute in compliance and legal support roles.

Cernak also serves as events chairperson on the executive board of directors for the National Energy and Fuels Institute. She recently earned a master’s degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Law for legal studies in energy and natural resource law.

Sandri Energy also announced the promotion of Rudy Herzig to manager of HVAC, plumbing, sales, and service. For the past several years, he has been in a service manager support role. Herzig started with Sandri in 2003, became a licensed oil burner technician in 2004, and advanced to the position of lead installer, where one of his specialties is troubleshooting heating and cooling system issues.