EV charging missing the mark for c-stores, industry execs say

Leaders from Parker’s, Sheetz and Nouria discussed how customer attitudes toward chargers have changed in the past year and a half.

7 takeaways from Day 3 of the 2025 NACS Show

Education sessions on coffee program development, AI use cases and alcohol merchandising piqued our interest, as did the many snacks, candies and greasy foods on the show floor.

Penny shortage poses compliance woes for retailers, industry groups warn

SNAP-authorized stores risk violating federal law when they round to the nearest nickel for cash-paying consumers, industry groups including NACS and NATSO told the USDA.

6 takeaways from Day 2 of the 2025 NACS Show

Workshops on crime, foodservice and inventory management dominated the early morning, but it was a free-for-all once the massive expo floor opened for the first time.

5 takeaways from Day 1 of the 2025 NACS Show

Education sessions covering snacking trends, safety, fuel profitability and more stole the show as attendees waited for the expo floor to open on Day 2.

3 Big Numbers: How to wrangle runaway inventory

Between human error and store theft, accounting for what’s in stores is a heavy task. Leaders from Prince Oil and H&S Energy discussed how to improve the process.

Parker’s aims to surpass 220 stores through 2030

The retailer’s senior director of construction said during a NACS panel that the company aims to open 20 to 25 c-stores annually over the next five years in Georgia, South Carolina and Florida.

NACS names new board chair

Annie Gauthier was voted in at the association’s board meeting during its annual showcase in Chicago and was officially introduced during the show’s general session.

TravelCenters of America CEO departs

Debi Boffa, TA’s top exec since 2023, leaves parent company BP after nearly 30 years to return to her home country of New Zealand, a spokesperson said. SVP Greg Franks has taken over in the interim.

Atlantis Fresh Market expands frictionless checkout

After piloting Mashgin’s technology at five locations, the chain now plans to include it in all remodels and new builds going forward.

The Road Ahead: Why super regionals will shape the next decade of convenience

When a competitor like Wawa or QuikTrip comes into a market, competitors will either be forced to innovate or get left behind.

Fireside Market launches food-focused c-store design

The 9,700-square-foot store in Slinger, Wisconsin, features a drive-thru and will serve as a model for future locations, a spokesperson said.

7-Eleven’s transformation strategy taking shape despite economic headwinds, Dacus says

The plan, which includes the rollout of large-format, food-focused convenience stores in the U.S., is “delivering tangible results,” Seven & i Holdings’ president and CEO said last week.

Refuel taps PAR for loyalty update

The technology aims to help the South Carolina-based retailer offer more personalized deals and deepen the actionable insights it gleans from its data.

3 Big Numbers: Building trust in c-store foodservice

While the industry has come a long way, many customers still view “gas station food” as a pejorative. Luckily, there are ways convenience stores can improve their image.

7-Eleven sees revenue declines as store closures continue

Quarterly revenue dropped by nearly $3 billion year over year in Q2. This comes as 7-Eleven closes hundreds of underperforming stores and focuses on building bigger, food-forward locations.

Arko appoints interim CFO

Jordan Mann, SVP of corporate strategy, capital markets and investor relations, will add finance head to his existing duties while the company searches for a permanent replacement.

Winners and losers in c-store alcoholic beverages

Beer remains big, but other subcategories are getting battered by a years-long slump in booze sales, experts say.

Coca-Cola to roll out single-serve minis in c-stores

The 7.5-ounce cans will be available in Coke, Sprite and Fanta varieties, offering consumers a more affordable price point.

Casey’s names VP of proprietary brands as category undergoes facelift

Eric Long will assume leadership of the segment in which Casey’s has spent the past year implementing a tiered system.

Sheetz taking on Driivz EV charging platform

The cloud-based software lets Sheetz “remotely address charger issues in real-time” and provides loyalty rewards, session tracking and digital receipts.

Fueling Up: 5 big questions heading into the 2025 NACS Show

Retailers have shown that in the face of economic challenges, they aren’t afraid to try something new. But plenty of uncertainties remain amid a challenging operating environment.

EG America foodservice VP departs for NexChapter

Mendy Meriwether is leaving the retailer at a time when it is focused on expanding its fresh food and grab-and-go programs.

C-suite updates lead September c-store exec changes

Parker’s and FEMSA made changes at the top, while Wawa and Yesway updated their marketing teams and Rhode’s tapped a new operations head.

Dash In to acquire 16 sites in the Carolinas for $143M

The expansion includes locations near Charlotte, Triad and Raleigh, North Carolina, as well as one store in Fort Mill, South Carolina.