Trojan Petroleum and Arrow Plumbing Drain & Repair Service have been named the Santa Maria businesses of the quarter for April through June 2024. Arrow Plumbing Drain & Repair Service, located at 320 Oak St. in Santa Maria, was founded by Daniel Keuma in 1991 after he relocated from Hawaii. The company, now operated by his son Kaniela, has grown from a one-truck operation to seven trucks and eight employees. They offer services to residential and commercial customers and are active in supporting community events and charities.
Trojan Petroleum, located at 1665 West Betteravia Rd. in Santa Maria, was founded 43 years ago by Bud and Ebba Richards. The company has become a full-service petroleum distributor specializing in delivering fuel to farm locations and job sites throughout Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties. Trojan Petroleum also operates as an independently owned Pacific Pride cardlock site with 15 delivery trucks. They are members of various local civic groups.
The recognition program is designed to honor two local small businesses chosen by the Chamber on four occasions throughout the year. To be eligible for selection, businesses must have fewer than 20 employees, be in operation for at least five years, be physically located within the city limits, and be a member of the local Chamber of Commerce in good standing. This recognition provides the chosen businesses with valuable exposure and reminds the community of the unique, diverse, and long-standing businesses that call Santa Maria home.
To view the full ceremony honoring these businesses, viewers can watch the City’s livestream of the Tuesday City Council meeting on April 16, 2024