Rite Aid files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, names new CEO

The pharmacy retailer plans to use bankruptcy to shrink its store footprint and manage a nearly $4 billion debt load.

By Nate Delesline III • Oct. 17, 2023

GetGo’s president talks labor, loyalty and Giant Eagle’s leadership shifts

Terri Micklin, who was named president of the convenience store chain in April, spoke about her first six months leading the company and what lies ahead.

By Brett Dworski • Oct. 17, 2023

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Dollar General CEO out after less than a year

The discount retailer said it fired Jeffery Owen “to restore stability and confidence” in the company and named former CEO Todd Vasos to take over the top job.

By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 16, 2023

S&S Petroleum acquires 24 c-stores

In addition to nine company-owned locations and 15 managed through consignment, the deal also included fuel distribution assets.

By Jessica Loder • Oct. 16, 2023

Casey’s chief procurement officer departs

Jaime Robles is leaving the c-store retailer after three years.

By Brett Dworski • Oct. 13, 2023

SQRL nearly triples store count with acquisition

The convenience retailer added 210 locations to its business with the move, expanding its reach to 14 states. 

By Jessica Loder • Oct. 13, 2023

Couche-Tard talks improvements to hiring and retention practices

During its investor day event, a company executive broke down how the retailer overhauled its onboarding process to boost employee retention.

By Brett Dworski • Oct. 12, 2023

Couche-Tard to build 500 new stores by 2028

The retailer will focus on rural and suburban markets as it expands its base, mainly in North America, over the next five years.

By Brett Dworski • Oct. 12, 2023

C-store conferences to keep on your radar in 2024

As we approach the halfway point of the year, here’s a look at the key industry shows still to come — including a look ahead to 2025.

By C-Store Dive Staff • Updated May 22, 2024

Brew donates $170k in inventory after ceasing operations at 15 stores

The retailer could not negotiate leases with the properties’ new owner, which bought the Iowa stores from bankrupt former owner Mountain Express. 

By Jessica Loder • Oct. 11, 2023

Meet NACS’ new chairman

Victor Paterno, who took over the role on Oct. 3, has been CEO of Philippine Seven Corporation, the licensee of 7-Eleven in the Philippines, since 2005.

By Jessica Loder • Oct. 10, 2023

What can we gain from a more connected convenience ecosystem?

PDI leads the fuel and convenience industry’s technology evolution by delivering new solutions designed to enhance agility and productivity.

Oct. 9, 2023

Conagra Brands CEO sees early signs of improvement in consumer buying habits

While product volumes are “showing the first signs” of turning the corner, Sean Connolly told Wall Street a deeper recovery will take time.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 6, 2023

‘Every product has to pay the rent:’ Casey’s and GPM Investments talk merchandising strategies

Executives from two of the industry’s biggest chains discussed how they’re getting the most out of their assortments.

By Brett Dworski • Oct. 4, 2023

How 7-Eleven is evolving its retail media platform

The c-store giant’s director of brand and customer insights outlined the first year of its Gulp Media program to a crowd at the NACS Show on Tuesday. 

By Brett Dworski • Oct. 4, 2023

Arko names Casey’s, RaceTrac veteran to new foodservice role

Richard Guidry, who previously worked as brand director of food service at Casey’s, will help Arko subsidiary GPM Investments grow its dining program.

By Jessica Loder • Oct. 3, 2023

Family Express outlines expansion plans, new store prototype

The updated format will have a “major” focus on foodservice as the company plans to grow its network by at least 25%.

By Brett Dworski • Oct. 2, 2023

BP’s U.S. chair and president resigns

Dave Lawler’s resignation comes just a couple weeks after BP’s former CEO Bernard Looney abruptly left his post.

By Brett Dworski • Oct. 2, 2023

Fueling Up: 7 burning questions ahead of the NACS show

The c-store industry has made huge strides in areas like loyalty and market expansion this year, but plenty of uncertainties remain as 2024 approaches.

By Brett Dworski • Oct. 2, 2023

Couche-Tard selling 68 c-stores

Each location is about 2,300 square feet and has roughly 23,000 square feet of parking lot space, according to advisory firm NRC.

By Brett Dworski • Oct. 2, 2023

Three Bears acquires 5 Alaskan gas stations

The grocery and convenience retailer also added a supply store to its array of retail locations included in its 2023 expansion plans.

By Jessica Loder • Oct. 2, 2023

Wawa unveils plans for 60 stores in Indiana

The convenience retailer provided further details this week about its broader intent to open 160 locations across three new states over the next decade.

By Jessica Loder • Sept. 29, 2023

4 key loyalty trends for c-stores

Paytronix’s 2023 report examines the growth of rewards program memberships, the busiest dayparts and ways to engage customers across retail.

By Jessica Loder • Sept. 29, 2023

Retail shrink, theft changed little in 2022

But more retailers are concerned about escalating violence in stores, which experts say carries other costs beyond shrink.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 28, 2023

Pilot names new COO

Brad Anderson took on his new position last month. He’ll oversee the company’s strategy for its retail and food operations, a company spokesperson confirmed.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 28, 2023