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    ‘Innovate and challenge the status quo’: Inside Murphy USA’s cultural revamp

    The retailer’s new CEO, Mindy West, said she wants its core banner to be more nimble and collaborative and its East Coast sister chain, QuickChek, to refocus on the fundamentals.

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    Independent c-store group to deploy AI at 5,200 locations

    InStore.ai’s AI-powered voice insights will be available to all Strategic Alliance for Affiliated Store Owners of America members beginning this month.

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    Sheetz to quadruple Michigan footprint

    The Pennsylvania-based retailer has plans to open 14 new locations across southeast Michigan in 2026, on top of the four it already has in the state.

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    Murphy USA reshapes executive team as new CEO charts cultural shift

    The retailer has appointed new senior vice presidents across its strategy, merchandising and fuels businesses while tweaking the duties for some of its existing leaders.

    Updated Feb. 6, 2026
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    VenHub lands top BP c-store tech exec as EVP

    Tarang Sethia, known for his tech leadership at the energy giant as well as at 7-Eleven, will spearhead VenHub’s product vision and platform.

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    Maverik hires former Pilot VP as chief commercial officer

    Meghann Erhart is responsible for accelerating Maverik’s B2B growth, expanding strategic partnerships and shaping its commercial roadmap.

    Updated Feb. 10, 2026
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    3 Big Numbers: What’s on tap for tobacco?

    Most nicotine categories continue to shrink, but retailers have some optimism for the year ahead, especially around smokeless products.

  • 7-Eleven
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    7-Eleven’s SVP of corporate operations Tony Harris steps down

    Harris left on Feb. 1, according to an internal memo seen by C-Store Dive. He had supported the growth and profitability of 7-Eleven’s company-owned c-stores in the U.S. and Canada.

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    RaceTrac joins wave of loyalty updates

    The retailer is revamping its existing tiered rewards setup through a partnership with AI-powered loyalty solutions company Capillary Technologies.

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    ‘We have to play offense’ in 2026, Love’s president says

    Despite economic headwinds, the travel center chain has significant plans to grow its network and food and tech operations this year, Shane Wharton said.

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    Sprint Mart launches professional driver loyalty program

    The platform lets members earn points when they buy fuel, which can be redeemed for free showers or drinks, or select in-store discounts.

  • A photo of aperson holding an egg sandwich outside of a store. A Sign above the door on the store says 7-Eleven.
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    How c-stores are building better sandwiches

    The humble menu item has serious staying power, accounting for around a quarter of foodservice sales. Here are a few ways to keep selections fresh and exciting.

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    What’s ahead for c-stores in 2026?

    See what trends, categories and operators are due for a big year as we look ahead at the next 11 months.

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    H&S Energy names new operations VP

    Fidaa Mohrez earned the promotion after nearly a decade with the fast-growing retailer.

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    Wills Group CEO assumes chairman duties as Dash In expansion continues

    The change comes as the Wills Group continues its growth spree, highlighted by building new convenience stores in both current and new markets.

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    Fueling Up: Who will be 7-Eleven’s next CEO? Here are 9 names to watch.

    The next chief executive will lead 7-Eleven into a major new growth phase and help the company overcome its profitability struggles in the U.S.

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    PepsiCo cutting prices on Doritos and other snacks by up to 15%

    The Cheetos maker said the reductions will “improve competitiveness” and boost purchase frequency among cash-strapped consumers.

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    3 new CEOs lead January exec shifts

    The industry mourned the loss of two former top execs, while retailers made changes in major foodservice, marketing, tech and operations roles.

  • A picture of a tablet showing a point of sale system. There are buttons for things like grill roller, pizza, beverage, breakfast and donuts, some with an image of the food category, alongside other buttons without images that say things like reprint, member discount or void cost.
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    Spinx to update all stores with new AI tech

    A partnership with Tote AI will update multiple areas of the store, including foodservice technology and point-of-sale touchpoints.

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    Campbell Oil acquires North Carolina fuel distributor

    After spending the past couple years investing in its Minuteman Food Mart c-store chain, Campbell’s  latest deal signals that the company is keen on growing its fuel services segment.

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    VenHub goes public, taps Amazon alum to drive growth

    Stakeholders began trading shares of the automated convenience store company on the Nasdaq through a direct listing in January.

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    Holiday Oil makes slate of exec moves, led by new CEO

    The growth-focused retailer named a new president and brought on other leaders with experience at competitors like Circle K and Pilot.

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    Amazon Go’s demise exposes a hard truth: Fuel-less c-stores aren’t working

    The tech giant blamed a lack of differentiation, but the end of its c-store chain underscores that fuel-free locations are struggling to turn a profit.

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    Oxxo USA names new CEO to drive US expansion

    Jaime Longoria has taken over the duties previously handled by managing director Hal Adams. Meanwhile, Oxxo Mexico has also appointed a new chief operating officer.

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    Amazon to halt palm payments

    Some c-store locations had tested the technology, but it never achieved wide adoption in the industry. The retailer said all Amazon One palm readers will be removed from stores by June 3.