Sinclair Oil CEO leaves company

The fuel distributor and its former top executive reached a separation agreement that went into effect on May 11, roughly three months after he took a leave of absence.

By Brett Dworski • Updated 54 minutes ago

Pilot names new president of retail in trio of C-suite promotions

The convenience store and truckstop operator has also appointed a new chief commercial officer and chief experience officer.

By Brett Dworski • May 12, 2026

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20-store Alabama retailer goes bankrupt

Eagles Investments Group filed for Chapter 11 with a bankruptcy court in Alabama on May 8.

By Brett Dworski • May 11, 2026

Step inside QuikTrip’s newest c-store design

Here’s a look at the convenience retailer’s Generation 4 format that debuted last month in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.

By Brett Dworski • May 11, 2026

Arko is almost done dealerizing. What comes next?

The Virginia-based retailer has turned 450 company-operated c-stores into wholesale sites in the past two years, nearing its goal of about 500 conversions.

By Brett Dworski • May 8, 2026

3 Big Numbers: CrossAmerica Partners’ new look

The fuel and retail company has slowed its transformation of wholesale sites to company-owned locations.

By Jessica Loder • May 8, 2026

3 SVPs exit in 7-Eleven reorganization

The restructuring has impacted the top of 7-Eleven’s merchandising department. A total number of employees affected across the company is still unknown.

By Brett Dworski • May 7, 2026

3 retailers expanding their car wash empires

Couche-Tard, QuikTrip and Madison Capital Group are all looking to add large numbers of locations or expand into new markets.

By Jessica Loder • May 5, 2026

LV Petroleum appoints 3 new executives

Shortly after unveiling its new CEO, the company named leaders in marketing, talent, and brand and mobility who bring travel center or c-store experience.

By Jessica Loder • May 5, 2026

Couche-Tard adds another food VP

Helene Drolet moves into the newly created vice president of food and retail for Canada as the retailer continues its foodservice focus.

By Jessica Loder • May 4, 2026

As Murphy USA grows, QuickChek stalls

The Arkansas-based retailer is on pace to hit its growth targets, but its smaller East Coast banner continues to face traffic declines and has closed more stores than it’s opened.

By Brett Dworski • May 4, 2026

LV Petroleum’s new CEO leads April exec moves

Last month also brought changes atop the financial departments at Seven & i, Murphy USA and Pilot, as well as a deputy CEO at BP.

By Jessica Loder • Updated May 4, 2026

7-Eleven implements company-wide reorganization, layoffs

The restructuring is part of 7-Eleven’s transformation plan. The number of layoffs is unknown, although individuals in several departments, including people in leadership roles, appear to be impacted.

By Brett Dworski • Updated April 30, 2026

7-Eleven supplier delays Ohio facility

Warabeya Nichiyo initially expected the ready-to-eat foods facility to open this summer, but now lists the opening date as “to be determined” due to supply chain issues.

By Jessica Loder • April 30, 2026

LV Petroleum names new CEO

Kris Roach, who joined the travel center operator after a 33-year career with TravelCenters of America, has been promoted from COO into the top role.

By Jessica Loder • April 30, 2026

Stewart’s planning 2-story site in Upstate New York

The retailer is in the process of remodeling one of its locations in Saratoga Springs to comply with city regulations.

By Brett Dworski • April 29, 2026

Chestnut Market adds third-party delivery

The company’s grab-and-go food, snacks, drinks and more will be available on DoorDash, Uber Eats and Grubhub through a partnership with Lula Commerce.

By Jessica Loder • April 29, 2026

Seven & i appoints new CFO

7-Eleven’s parent company has tapped a new financial leader as it looks to transform multiple parts of its business, including its North America operations.

By Brett Dworski • April 28, 2026

7-Eleven co-CEO outlines M&A, wholesale strategy through 2030

Stan Reynolds detailed how bolt-on acquisitions, site conversions and NTIs should combine to grow the company’s North American store count by 2030.

By Brett Dworski • April 27, 2026

Inside Freshies’ new c-store design

The Maine-based retailer’s 2.0 format includes several new proprietary food programs, a refreshed visual identity and a beer cave.

By Jessica Loder • April 24, 2026

3 Big Numbers: Breaking down Yesway’s IPO

The Texas-based retailer’s SEC filings offer a closer look at its growth plans and financial standing.

By Jessica Loder • April 24, 2026

7-Eleven to remodel over 7,000 c-stores in North America through 2030

The retailer also plans to convert 2,600 company-operated locations to its franchise model as its growth strategy continues to evolve.

By Brett Dworski • April 23, 2026

GSTV continues exec shuffle as CEO steps down

The fuel pump video engagement network has appointed an interim chief executive and given its CFO the additional title of COO.

By Brett Dworski • April 23, 2026

Royal Farms reveals expansion into South Carolina

A convenience store in Myrtle Beach will open in May and offer Royal Farms’ made-to-order foodservice program featuring its flagship fried chicken.

By Brett Dworski • April 23, 2026

RaceTrac hires first chief people officer

Mark Gunn previously led the human resources operations at retailers like Hibbett Sports and 99 Cents Only Stores.

By Brett Dworski • April 22, 2026