Former Pilot President Brad Anderson named CEO of auto repair chain

Anderson’s exit from the retailer came unexpectedly last month. Pilot announced former Senior Vice President Of Food And Beverage Sean Marrero as his successor.

By Brett Dworski • June 5, 2026

3 Big Numbers: Yesway’s hot start as a public company

The company saw more than $30 million in net income, up from a loss in Q1 2025, and reported strong fuel results despite broader retail headwinds.

By Jessica Loder • June 5, 2026

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Costco’s digital personalization effort drives $500M in digital sales

Personalized product recommendation carousels drive three times higher digital conversion rates than usual, CFO Gary Millerchip said.

By Bryan Wassel • June 4, 2026

Fueling Up: What 7-Eleven’s CEO search says about its future

With each passing month without a new chief executive, the search becomes less about filling a vacancy and more about charting 7-Eleven’s future.

By Brett Dworski • June 4, 2026

Parker’s marketing VP departs for NexChapter

Darrin Samaha brings more than a decade of c-store experience to the advisory firm. 

By Jessica Loder • June 3, 2026

Dollar General sales soar as customers trade down at ‘accelerated’ rate

The discount retailer’s Q1 sales jumped 3.4% as rural shoppers see an outsized impact from increased gas prices.

By Dani James • June 3, 2026

Yesway moving into Arizona

The Texas-based retailer is planning six to eight new stores this year and about 26 in 2027, with the Southwestern state seeing much of that growth.

By Jessica Loder • June 2, 2026

How 5 super regional c-store chains are reshaping the competitive landscape

Companies like Wawa, QuikTrip and Sheetz are pushing aggressively into new states and challenging incumbent players both small and large.

By Jeff Wells • June 2, 2026

CEO departures lead May exec changes

7-Eleven lost more executives as part of a reorganization, Cumberland Farms named a CIO and LV Petroleum continued its leadership update.

By Jessica Loder • June 1, 2026

Dolly Parton’s travel center to open in late June

The Cornersville, Tennessee-based location will be “the first of many” and puts dining services at the center of its operations.

By Brett Dworski • June 1, 2026

Stinker Stores overhauls C-suite following CEO’s departure

Chair and owner Nancy Jones is now CEO, and the retailer has also appointed a new chief operating officer, chief technology officer and chief experience officer.

By Brett Dworski • Updated May 29, 2026

Prepared food surge in c-stores brings packaging innovations

As convenience stores offer more fresh food, their packaging needs shift. Packaging companies are exploring forms that maintain food quality, offer versatility and minimize storage space.

By Shefali Kapadia • May 29, 2026

Cumberland Farms taps Murphy USA tech chief as new CIO

Michael Verdesca has held technology-focused leadership positions across convenience retail and restaurants for the past two decades.

By Brett Dworski • May 29, 2026

3 Big Numbers: Cumberland Farms spotlights progress on major initiatives

The recently renamed retailer shared updates on its financial situation, its revamped loyalty program and three pending M&A moves.

By Jessica Loder • May 29, 2026

7-Eleven fully integrates 204 Stripes stores

The locations, which the retailer bought in 2024 for $1 billion, now have 7-Eleven’s loyalty and technology platforms, and received renovations and upgraded foodservice and fuel offerings.

By Brett Dworski • May 28, 2026

Former Seven & i CEO dies at 93

Toshifumi Suzuki, who had been serving as an honorary advisor of the company, passed away on May 18 from heart failure, the company announced.

By Jessica Loder • May 27, 2026

Stewart’s allocates $55M for c-store growth through 2026

The retailer is building new stores in several areas of New York and remodeling at least 15 older and smaller sites to feature enhanced food and beverage offerings.

By Brett Dworski • May 27, 2026

Stinker Stores CEO is stepping down

Nate Brazier, who assumed leadership of the retailer in 2024, said he is taking time to focus on his family “and reflect on what’s next.”

By Brett Dworski • Updated May 26, 2026

BP ousts board chair, citing misconduct

Albert Manifold has been removed following “serious concerns raised to the Board related to important governance standards, oversight and conduct,” BP said.

By Brett Dworski • May 26, 2026

7-Eleven’s turbulent 2026: IPO delays, layoffs and a bigger food push

After its parent company fended off a takeover bid and saw its CEO depart last year, the North American chain has made a series of moves to cut costs and rebound the business.

By Jessica Loder • May 21, 2026

Global Partners taps Starbucks vet to lead retail operations

Emily Filc had spent the past 22 years with the coffee powerhouse, the last seven of which were as regional director of operations.

By Brett Dworski • Updated May 21, 2026

Fresh Stop parent names new marketing chief

Lacy Bradford is the latest of several leadership additions for Madison Capital Group, which also owns the Links Car Wash chain.

By Jessica Loder • May 18, 2026

Fueling Up: Breaking down 7-Eleven’s competing growth strategies

Fresh off a major reorganization that included sweeping layoffs, the retailer is ramping up franchising and wholesale conversions while still focusing on foodservice goals.

By Brett Dworski • May 18, 2026

Circle K franchisee reaches preliminary settlement in data breach lawsuit

Gas Express was sued early last year for failing to protect its employees’ information in the attack.

By Brett Dworski • May 15, 2026

3 Big Numbers: Revisiting Wawa’s massive expansion plan

The East Coast-based retailer plans to open its first Tennessee location next month as part of its ambitious growth phase.

By Jessica Loder • Updated May 18, 2026