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Courtesy of EG Group
EG Group’s new CEO appointed top executive in the US
Russell Colaco will replace John Carey, who had led EG America since late 2023. This marks the first time the U.K.-based company will operate completely under one leader.
By Brett Dworski • May 2, 2025 -
Retrieved from BP.
BP’s head of strategy to depart amid retreat from low-carbon goal
The oil giant will not replace Giulia Chierchia, who has spearheaded its carbon net-zero mission — an initiative that BP is abandoning — since 2020.
By Brett Dworski • May 2, 2025 -
Courtesy of 7-Eleven
7-Eleven teams with Live Nation for nostalgic music festival activations
The chain is the first presenting sponsor of the pop-punk-focused When We Were Young as it works to connect with consumers around culture.
By Chris Kelly • May 2, 2025 -
Retrieved from International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions.
Applegreen names US chief transformation officer
Anil Rao, who hails from leisure park operator Palace Entertainment, joins the retailer less than two months after the departure of its U.S. president.
By Brett Dworski • April 30, 2025 -
Retrieved from EG America.
Q&AWith new faces at the helm, EG America is ready for takeoff
The retailer has overhauled its executive team over the past year as part of a goal to unify its many c-store banners. C-Store Dive spoke with its CEO and COO about these changes and what’s ahead.
By Brett Dworski • April 30, 2025 -
Retrieved from Couche-Tard.
Circle K taps McLane for third-party logistics
The distributor will operate three dedicated sites in the Midwest to support 1,600 Alimentation Couche-Tard stores in 14 states.
By Jessica Loder • April 30, 2025 -
Courtesy of Buc-ee's
Buc-ee’s lawsuit forces Barc-ee’s shutdown
The dog park and cafe closed after being hit with a trademark infringement lawsuit. A similar suit against Duckee’s liquor store settled out of court.
By Jessica Loder • April 29, 2025 -
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Oxxo can become ‘super regional’ player in the US, CEO says
The retailer has converted 15 Delek c-stores to its own banner this year and wants to build a sustainable model similar to that of Wawa, QuikTrip and Casey’s, José Antonio Fernandez Garza said.
By Brett Dworski • April 29, 2025 -
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A look inside Fresh Stop’s flagship location
The newly formed convenience retailer wants to become “a culinary oasis for travelers and locals alike” as it leads with foodservice and community-focused initiatives.
By Brett Dworski • April 28, 2025 -
Retrieved from EG Group.
EG Group appoints new CEO
In a nod to its size and growth opportunities in the U.S., the U.K.-based company has selected CFO Russell Colaco, who is based in New York, to replace Mohsin Issa.
By Brett Dworski • April 25, 2025 -
Retrieved from GetGo.
GetGo President Terri Micklin departs
The retailer’s top leader for the past two years said she’s no longer part of the business as GetGo inches closer to finalizing its sale to Alimentation Couche-Tard, parent of Circle K.
By Brett Dworski • Updated April 25, 2025 -
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Rich Products names new CFO
Jamie Lowe brings more than 25 years of experience with companies like Danone and Tyson. She replaces David Faruros, who’s been named chief accounting officer.
By Jessica Loder • April 25, 2025 -
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Column3 Big Numbers: Examining major changes for QuikTrip, Walmart and 7-Eleven
We take a closer look at one retailer’s nationwide expansion, another’s refreshed c-store growth plans and a bevy of board leadership changes.
By Jessica Loder • April 25, 2025 -
Retrieved from Casey's.
Casey’s taps AI tool for contract management
The platform, developed by IntelAgree, aims to help the Iowa retailer mitigate risk, streamline workflows and make smarter decisions.
By Brett Dworski • April 25, 2025 -
Screenshot of Wawa grand opening video
Wawa expands partnership with McLane
The c-store distributor will support dozens of upcoming stores in Kentucky, Indiana and Ohio over the next few years.
By Jessica Loder • April 24, 2025 -
Courtesy of Krispy Krunchy Chicken
Krispy Krunchy Chicken comes to Montana
With its first two locations open in Town & Country Supply Association c-stores, the QSR is now in all 48 contiguous states.
By Jessica Loder • April 24, 2025 -
Courtesy of Parkland Corporation
Parkland undergoes VP shuffle amid corporate upheaval
A spokesperson confirmed that three recent shifts are part of the company's strategy to bring its U.S. and Canadian operations together.
By Brett Dworski • April 23, 2025 -
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Inside Walmart’s aggressive c-store growth plans
After quietly developing its gas station footprint over the past decade, the big box retailer has a refined strategy and is looking to expand quickly, its VP of fuel and convenience says.
By Brett Dworski • April 23, 2025 -
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QuikTrip opens first Indiana store
The retailer’s top competition in Daleville will soon be Wawa, which is set to arrive in the Hoosier State next month.
By Brett Dworski • April 23, 2025 -
Retrieved from country Fair Facebook page on April 22, 2025
Country Fair tries new grocery-focused approach with upcoming store
The 8,000-square-foot store will add produce, meats and ready-made meals to the Pennsylvania retailer’s traditional c-store offering.
By Jessica Loder • April 23, 2025 -
Courtesy of Parkland
Parkland’s largest shareholder suggests interim CEO
Simpson Oil says if its slate of board members is chosen next month, it will replace outgoing CEO Bob Espey with former chemical company leader Mark Davis almost immediately.
By Jessica Loder • April 22, 2025 -
Retrieved from SpartanNash press release.
SpartanNash names VP of retail operations
Jay Mahabir is joining the grocery retailer and wholesaler from Meijer, where he served as a market director in Michigan.
By Sam Silverstein • April 21, 2025 -
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Rutter’s VP of marketing retires
Robert Perkins said the last day of his 43-year career in convenience retail was March 31.
By Jessica Loder • April 21, 2025 -
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Seven & i proposes new board chairs as Couche-Tard decision looms
7-Eleven’s parent company has pitched for a new executive chairperson, board chairman, and four directors who are all from outside of the company.
By Brett Dworski • April 18, 2025 -
Screenshot of Wawa grand opening video
Wawa closing 2 more c-stores in Philadelphia
As the retailer continues its ambitious expansion plan around the U.S., it has shuttered numerous locations in its backyard, including some for crime concerns.
By Brett Dworski • April 16, 2025
