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7E Holdings moves into Oklahoma with Chisholm Corner acquisition
The 19 new locations grow the retailer’s store total to 78.
By Jessica Loder • Dec. 20, 2022 -
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Who’s in and who’s out: Recapping the c-store industry’s top c-suite moves from 2022
Retailers saw a flurry of new leaders, including CEOs and presidents, this past year. Here’s an overview of some of the most notable changes.
By Brett Dworski • Dec. 19, 2022 -
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Mapco opens first automated checkout store
The store is the first of two utilizing frictionless technology from Grabango. Mapco is also experimenting with self checkout and app-based scan-and-go technology.
By Jessica Loder • Dec. 19, 2022 -
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Kum & Go to open its first store in Utah
The retailer’s Salt Lake City location comes about 19 months after announcing expansion plans into the state.
By Brett Dworski • Dec. 16, 2022 -
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Sunshine Gasoline upgrades app to accept ACH payments for fuel
The upgrade adds the ability to pay for fuel at the pump, and using ACH allows the c-store chain to save on swipe fees.
By Jessica Loder • Dec. 16, 2022 -
Retrieved from Sheetz website.
5 ways c-stores can improve hiring and retention in 2023
Labor struggles continued to plague retailers this year, but options like mission-driven initiatives and unique perks can help, experts say.
By Brett Dworski • Dec. 16, 2022 -
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Getir acquires ultrafast delivery rival Gorillas
The deal consolidates two of the major players in an industry that has struggled to grow in the U.S.
By Jeff Wells • Dec. 13, 2022 -
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How to craft a compelling private label brand
Cost-conscious consumers are more willing than ever to buy store brands at c-stores. But it takes more than low prices to earn customer loyalty, experts say.
By Jessica Loder • Dec. 13, 2022 -
Retrieved from Casey's website.
Casey’s facing two wage-related lawsuits
Both suits claim the c-store chain used multiple methods to “cheat” employees out of overtime pay.
By Brett Dworski • Dec. 13, 2022 -
Retrieved from Casey's press release.
Casey’s to enter the retail media game in early 2023
The Ankeny, Iowa-based company follows 7-Eleven as the next major c-store chain to launch its own retail media network.
By Brett Dworski • Dec. 13, 2022 -
Retrieved from Parkland website.
Parkland announces new leaders for its US and Canadian segments
The moves come less than a week after the company’s former U.S.-division president resigned from the company.
By Brett Dworski • Dec. 12, 2022 -
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Smith Oil announces new app to streamline customer fuel payments
The app, which is expected to go live early in the first quarter of 2023, will use Liquid Barcodes’ C-StorePay technology to cut down on swipe fees.
By Jessica Loder • Dec. 12, 2022 -
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C-store distributor Amcon expands reach with acquisition of Henry’s Foods
The deal expands the geographic reach and foodservice capabilities of both distribution companies, according to an announcement.
By Jessica Loder • Dec. 12, 2022 -
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Paytronix names former restaurant tech leader as new CMO
Pamela Robertson will spearhead the payment company’s content, campaigns, brand, events and more.
By Brett Dworski • Dec. 9, 2022 -
Retrieved from Kum & Go press release.
Kum & Go closing all but one urban walk-up store
The retailer said these recently opened locations, which relied mainly on urban foot traffic, don’t fit into its long-term expansion plans and overall strategy.
By Brett Dworski • Dec. 9, 2022 -
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Wawa is growing faster than ever. But is it growing too fast?
The chain is eager to capitalize on its hard-earned popularity, though it will need to be careful of overextending itself and keep execution high in areas like foodservice, experts say.
By Brett Dworski • Dec. 8, 2022 -
Retrieved from Wawa press release.
Wawa announces expansion into 3 more states as explosive growth year continues
Since March, the popular c-store chain has outlined plans to double the number of states it operates in.
By Brett Dworski • Dec. 7, 2022 -
Retrieved from Casey's website.
Casey’s expects to reach 2,500 stores by end of its fiscal year, CEO says
A big reduction in employee turnover and operating expenses also highlighted the company’s second quarter earnings report.
By Brett Dworski • Dec. 7, 2022 -
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Arko acquires assets from WTG Fuels
The deal, which includes 24 c-stores and 109 cardlock sites, marks Arko’s fourth acquisition this year.
By Jessica Loder • Dec. 7, 2022 -
Retrieved from Parkland website.
Parkland USA president stepping down after 5 years at the helm
The company’s COO, Jay Erickson, has been named interim president.
By Brett Dworski • Dec. 6, 2022 -
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Sponsored by Skupos4 types of c-store shoppers and how to target them
Earn more through strategic promotions that appeal to different types of shoppers in convenience stores.
Dec. 5, 2022 -
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Yesway halts decision to go public
The retailer filed paperwork for a $100 million IPO in September 2021, but cited “current market conditions” as its reason to opt out at the moment.
By Brett Dworski • Dec. 5, 2022 -
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Walgreens launches 24-hour same-day delivery
The pharmacy chain has enlisted multiple delivery platforms to carry out its same-day deliveries in recent years.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 5, 2022 -
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Jacksons to enter the cannabis segment next year
Jacksons plans to work with Canadian company CordovaCann on the marijuana shops, starting in Washington, Oregon and Arizona in 2023.
By Jessica Loder • Dec. 2, 2022 -
Retrieved from Checkout Food Stores website.
Texas c-store chain becomes franchisee for Captain D’s restaurants
Checkout Food Stores is set to open 10 of the fast-food seafood joints around the Houston area, joining companies like EG Group and Hy-Vee in the restaurant franchise game.
By Brett Dworski • Dec. 2, 2022
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