HUTCHINSON RENO COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
The Agri-Business of the Year Award is intended to honor the agri-businesses in Reno County and thank them for the important role they play in strengthening the local ag economy. This year’s Agri-Business of the Year Award went to Bridgman Oil.
The story of Bridgman Oil began in 1960, when Bud Bridgman became a commission agent for Standard Oil in Mount Hope, Kansas, delivering fuel and oil to local agricultural customers. In 1964, Standard Oil relocated Bud to Burrton, combining the Mount Hope and Burrton territories into one.
In 1977, when Standard Oil transitioned from commission agents to jobbers, Bud purchased both the Burrton and Hutchinson locations—establishing Hutchinson as the home office of Bridgman Oil Company.
In 1989, Brad Thompson joined the company, and together, Bud and Brad have built Bridgman Oil into the trusted, service-driven business it is today. Their commitment to customer service has always been the foundation of their success.
Now employing 11 dedicated team members, Bridgman Oil continues to grow while remaining proudly family owned and operated. For over six decades, they have served our region with integrity, reliability, and care—values that continue to fuel their success.