Couche-Tard signs 10-year, $281M deal to outsource IT services

Montreal-based CGI will oversee “mission-critical business functions” for the retailer, including store manager experience, business process automation and data access.

Sheetz aims for 1,000 stores

The convenience retailer held a grand opening for its 700th store Tuesday, and has plans to expand in Ohio and enter Michigan.

Pennsylvania c-store chain adds Tex-Mex LTO

Dandy has added tacos, loaded nachos and taco pizza to its menu, offering a different spin on fall food options. 

Arko names new head of corporate strategy

Jordan Mann, who spent years working in investment banking and as an attorney, will help lead the c-store retailer’s M&A journey, a company spokesperson said.

5 Sinclair-branded c-stores in Iowa suddenly close

It’s unclear why these locations — all of which were formerly under the EG-America owned Kwik Shop banner — have shut down.

Grabango lays off employees across several departments

The frictionless checkout provider declined to specify the number of impacted team members, though multiple LinkedIn posts indicate cuts hit 40% of the company.

7-Eleven expands seasonal LTO menu

After releasing its pumpkin spice latte last month, the convenience retailer has added gingerbread cookies, a French toast breakfast sandwich and more.

As c-stores level up in foodservice, catering could be an ‘ideal’ next step

Convenience retailers, especially those in rural areas, can boost revenue and grow their brand presence by offering food that is both delicious and durable.

Jacksons Food Stores automates category management

The convenience retailer worked with digital supply chain firm Blue Yonder to develop layouts and product mixes down to the individual store level.

BP CEO Bernard Looney resigns

The oil and gas company announced Tuesday that the executive is resigning due to past personal relationships he's had with colleagues.

Parkland shakes up its retail exec ranks

In addition to a new head of its Canada segment, the convenience retailer has appointed Troy Dickson as VP of retail for Parkland USA.

Casey’s on track to add ‘at least’ 150 stores by fiscal 2024

The Iowa retailer is making headway toward its three-year plan to open 350 more locations by 2026.

Good 2 Go acquires 9 c-stores, including 3 Maverik locations

The sites formerly owned by the Salt Lake City c-store giant have already been converted to Good 2 Go’s brand, according to a report from The Colorado Springs Gazette.

TravelCenters of America names new chief people officer

Brian Zellner has left his previous position as vice president of leadership and culture with the travel center chain’s parent company, BP, which he held since June 2022.

Former Couche-Tard exec joins Parkland as head of retail

Francis Lapointe held several positions with Circle K’s parent company for over a decade, including most recently leading its operations in Texas.

Wally’s launches online store

The digital shop offers an assortment of the retailer’s branded merchandise like hats and koozies, as well as its homemade beef jerky.

Couche-Tard, Casey’s CEOs see big pay raises in 2023

The executives’ total compensation packages for the fiscal year were announced during the companies’ respective annual shareholder meetings.

7-Eleven debuts private label bagged chocolate

This comes as the retailer aims to make its private label and proprietary food and beverage offerings account for over a third of its sales by 2025.

J.M. Smucker to buy Twinkies-maker Hostess Brands for $5.6B

The purchase will deepen the jam and peanut butter maker’s presence in growing categories and consumer occasions focused on convenience. 

Inside Air Guitar, the upscale c-store that’s putting a unique spin on the neighborhood market concept

A combination grocery, specialty and convenience market, this Arizona shop offers customers a mix of the healthy and indulgent — along with good vibes.

How one independent c-store took a big tech step forward

After buying AJ’s Food Mart in 2016, owner Sam Patel decided he needed to upgrade its systems and loyalty offering to better serve customers. 

Grubhub pilots on-demand delivery for self-delivery restaurants

Operators that use in-house delivery can request a Grubhub driver for $5 per order whenever needed. 

Couche-Tard credits ‘improved labor situation’ to Smart Checkout program

The retailer brought the automated platforms to 2,200 stores across North America, and 40% of in-store payments at these sites run through them, CEO Brain Hannasch said.

Casey’s expands automated ordering technology

The system, which the retailer has been testing for the past year, answers incoming phone calls, processes new orders and connects to Casey’s loyalty platform.

A closer look at 7-Eleven’s upgraded coffee program

With regular brews, specialty drinks and multiple flavors, the offering embraces the company's strength in the morning daypart.