Local Idaho residents run to raise money for vaccinations and a local community pool. In time for Halloween, two Maverik Convenience Stores in Idaho towns helped fundraise while engaging the community in exercise and Halloween fun this past weekend with two Zombie 5K races. In Rupert, Idaho, on Sunday Oct. 27 the Maverik Service Station…
Rugged Enterprise Hybrid Device
Consumer smart phones don’t last long in many field-based work environments—not because service contracts are too short, but because the phones aren’t tough enough to withstand drops on concrete, lack adequate battery life or don’t have enterprise scanning capabilities. Today’s mobile workers have a new option: Honeywell’s first-ever rugged Enterprise Hybrid Device (EHD), the Dolphin…
Eco-Friendly Cleaners
JAWS International Ltd., a technology company committed to protecting the environment and making innovative products to that end, has introduced JAWS cleaners. JAWS cleaners is a line of nontoxic cleaners in reusable bottles that come with a 2 ½-inch refill cartridge attached. Customers use up the main bottle, then refill the bottle with tap water,…
Chevron And Safeway Craft An Ideal Partnership
In any loyalty program, simplicity is crucial to customer adoption. Chevron and the Vons division of Safeway Inc. have partnered to offer a joint Reward Points loyalty program. Customers who earn gas rewards by shopping with their VonsClub Card at Vons stores or a ValuePlus Card at Pavilions stores now can spend their rewards of…
Parker's Honored as Market Leader at NACS Annual Trade Show
Featured in NACS “Ideas 2 Go” DVD. Parker’s was honored as a Market Leader at the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) annual trade show in Las Vegas on Oct. 7-10, 2012. NACS attendees got a first look at new industry ideas and best retail practices during the trade show’s NACS “Ideas 2 Go” video…
Hershey’s Reports Third Quarter Results
“I’m particularly pleased with our chocolate marketplace performance where we gained 0.4 market share points driven by core brands and new products,” says Hershey’s CEO. The Hershey Co. has announced sales and earnings for the third quarter ended Sept. 30, 2012. Consolidated net sales were $1,746,709,000 compared with $1,624,249,000 for the third quarter of 2011.…
Social Media Engagement Drives Sales, Study Reveals
Research from LoyaltyOne, Northwestern and Ivey Business School demonstrates up to 30% increase in purchase behavior from social media participants. Research released by LoyaltyOne and two leading North American academic institutions provides empirical proof that social media interaction between a customer and a brand drives immediate and long-term sales increases. The research constitutes a social…
Energy Patch
ROCASUBA Inc. has introduced Spot On Energy patch, a new technology to further drive the energy growth market. Spot On Energy patch is a new delivery method that is a safe and healthier alternative to energy drinks, shots and supplements. The product is all-natural, sugar free, has zero calories, and no preservatives. It safely provides up to…
Maximize The Morning Daypart
Lettieri’s has just introduced two new flavors to its growing line of Stuffed Breadstix, ideal for a morning roller grill menu. They are a Sausage & Maple and Sausage, Maple & Blueberry Stuffed Breadstix. The Sausage & Maple combines country-style breakfast sausage crumbles with a sweet maple flavored filling. The Sausage, Maple & Blueberry possesses…
Best in Class Ice Machines
Hoshizaki America Inc. was recognized by Foodservice Equipment Reports as Best in Class for Ice Machines for the 4th consecutive year by operators. Hoshizaki has won the last six of seven years. In previous years, Hoshizaki has won Best in Class by both operators and consultants in the Ice Machine category. Hoshizaki is committed to…