Stinker and Liquid Barcodes announced the launch and rollout of Stinker’s latest Rewards and Gamification loyalty program, which is simple, fun and engaging for consumers. With a total of 103 convenience stores across Idaho, Colorado and Wyoming the new app-based loyalty program features an easy and engaging way for customers to earn digital stamps every…
Parker’s Bolsters Senior Leadership Team
Parker’s — CStore Decisions’ 2020 Convenience Store Chain of the Year and voted one of America’s Best Gas Station Brands by USA Today readers — announced two strategic promotions within the company’s senior leadership team. Parker’s has named Brandon Hofmann the president of Parker’s Kitchen and Brian Prevatt the president of Parker’s Support. Each of…
Industry Commends Senate Passage of Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill
NATSO, representing the nation’s truckstops and travel plazas, SIGMA: America’s Leading Fuel Marketers, and the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) today commended the Senate for passing the historic, five-year $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (ILJA), H.R. 3684. NATSO, SIGMA and NACS urge the U.S. House of Representatives to quickly pass the legislation.…
How Can You Design an Independent C-Store to Attract Repeat Customers?
It may not make sense at first, but did you know your convenience store can attract repeat customers, even if your prices aren’t the lowest in town. Conversely, you might have the lowest prices and yet, see many ‘one-and-done’ customers. People remember a store by how the shopping experience made them feel. It’s about way…
Yesway Opens Latest Store in Texas
Yesway, CStore Decisions’ 2021 Convenience Store Chain of the Year, celebrated the opening of its newest store, an Allsup’s Market in Slaton, Texas. Customers were treated to foodservice items and product giveaways as the chain debuted its third Allsup’s Market concept store, and first ever location in Slaton. This is the third Allsup’s Market concept…
Are Merchant Branded Digital Gift Cards Right for Convenience Stores?
Convenience store operators can increase their digital gift card business — and stay relevant to the way consumers are purchasing gift products — with merchant branded digital gifts and cards that offer enhanced features. Over the past 15 years, c-stores have utilized gift cards as a way to increase gasoline sales. Over the past five,…
VP Racing Fuels Expands Distributor Network
VP Racing Fuels’ first-of-its-kind branded program with fuel supplied by Flint Hills Resources has expanded from north to south. In addition to four new distributors and seven new stores within the Midwest, this new branded program is now available in Texas. This unique brand offers a one-stop shop for general consumers and automotive enthusiasts. For…
NAG Scholarships Awarded to Member Companies
The financial gap in paying for college is still apparent. In keeping with that theme, the National Advisory Group (NAG) and the Young Executives Organization (YEO) created a scholarship fund for employees and children of NAG member companies. The 2021 NAG Scholarship is named after John MacDougall, who was a longtime supporter of the association…
Shell Launches “The Giving Pump” Promotion Across the U.S.
Shell Oil Co has launched “The Giving Pump” at stations across the U.S. as part of its Force For Good initiative to drive positive change in local communities by giving back. Starting today and running through Sept. 30, a portion of the purchases made by consumers who use the designated pump at select Shell stations…
Ken McMullen, CEO of Weigel’s, Passes Away
Kenneth E. McMullen, CEO of Weigel’s, passed away unexpectedly on July 29. He was 73. Under McMullen’s leadership, Weigel’s added 49 convenience stores and developed its own bakery. His tenure and legacy at Weigel’s lasted 40 tremendous years and the chain now has 70 stores. “Ken was like a brother to me”, said Bill Weigel…