Launches a turnkey marketing solution for 59 locations throughout Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina. Convenience store chain Enmark has integrated OpenStore, a complete digital marketing solution, into its 59 locations throughout Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. By integrating this platform across its stores, Enmark stations now have the capability of connecting directly with…
CST Brands To Ring Opening Bell
After listing its IPO on the NYSE earlier this year, CST is set to ring in Tuesday’s trading day. Corner Store team members will be busy this holiday season building nine new stores, most of them slated to open in the first quarter of 2014. The new builds on tap follow a slate of…
Scroggins Receives Foodservice Editorial Council’s Top Award
John Scroggins’ contributions to IFEC and the field of foodservice communications are honored with the Betty Bastion Outstanding Service Award. The International Foodservice Editorial Council (IFEC) has announced John Scroggins, vice president, Noble, as the recipient of the 2013 Betty Bastion Outstanding Service Award. The council’s highest honor, informally called the “Betty,” is presented annually…
New Report Highlights Latest Foodservice Packaging Trends
Top issues include beverages, materials and sizes. This year’s Trends Report from the Foodservice Packaging Institute (FPI) reveals three key industry shifts: • Trend #1: It’s all about the beverages—and their packaging. Foodservice operators are turning to new and expanded beverage options to boost their bottom lines. That means paying more attention to beverage packaging.…
Coca-Cola Acquires ZICO Beverages
Pioneering coconut water brand joins Coca-Cola family. The Coca-Cola Co. has acquired the outstanding ownership stake in ZICO Beverages LLC, makers of ZICO Pure Premium Coconut Water. The acquisition will unlock more capability for ZICO, including marketing, selling, manufacturing, innovation and distribution opportunities. Additionally, The Coca-Cola Co. will gain a leading position in one…
Study Shows Why Consumers Crave In-Store Shopping Experience
Millions of consumers will shop at physical stores this Black Friday. Despite the growing popularity of online shopping, millions of consumers will flock to the stores this Black Friday. According to a recent study, these shoppers are not just in pursuit of the ultimate deal, but rather, the ultimate experience. WD Partners, a customer experience…
Isis Introduces Alliance Program
“The Isis Alliance Program will help companies harness the competitive advantages created by mobile commerce and better serve merchant customer needs,” says chief sales officer, Isis. Isis, the mobile commerce joint venture created by AT&T Mobility, T-Mobile USA Inc. and Verizon Wireless, has launched the Isis Alliance Program. The Isis Alliance Program supports merchant technology…
7-Eleven and Belly Launch Meal Donation Program in Chicago
During the Thanksgiving Holiday, Belly members can redeem loyalty points at 7-Eleven stores to donate meals to the Greater Chicago Food Depository. 7-Eleven Inc. and Belly have launched “Give a Little & Do Great,” a joint program running until Dec. 2 at all participating Chicago 7-Eleven store locations. The two companies will donate a meal…
Handcrafted Beef Jerky
Jack Link’s has introduced a new product line that celebrates the brand’s rich heritage — Jack Link’s Small Batch, Handcrafted Beef Jerky. Following original family recipes, Jack Link’s new Small Batch, Handcrafted Beef Jerky is made with thick slices of premium beef and is available in three flavors: Original No. 11; Peppered No. 15; and…
New E-Cig Blends
Mistic, maker of high quality, value-priced electronic cigarettes and vapor products, has introduced its newest blend of electronic cigarette refill cartridges. These new blends will be added to Mistic’s full lineup of product offerings. True to the brand’s commitment of providing users with a more authentic vapor experience, Mistic’s new American Blend and Cool Ice…