Human resources (HR) in the convenience store sector plays a pivotal role in the operational success of a business, especially when there are always new faces to work with and guide. Kate Hannon, director of HR and payroll for The Rutter’s Cos., understands the importance of being dedicated to employees and supporting them with their…
Maverik Completes Rebranding of 30 Kum & Go Locations
Maverik has rebranded 30 existing Kum & Go (K&G) stores in the shared markets of Utah and Colorado following its acquisition of the K&G brand in 2023. The company also made its entry into the Denver, Colo., area. Maverik kicked off its rebranding schedule in January with four stores in its home state of Utah,…
Hatco CEO David Rolston Retires
Hatco Corp. has announced the retirement of CEO David Rolston, effective April 5. Lorne Deacon has been promoted to take over in the role. After 30 years at Hatco and nearly 20 years as president and CEO, Rolston passed the president’s reigns to Lorne Deacon in June of 2022. He then embarked on the task…
NexChapter Teams Up With The Insight Shop
NexChapter has announced a new partnership with The Insight Shop, marking the debut of NexCX — a suite of customer experience solutions built for the convenience store industry. In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, where consumer preferences and expectations continue to change, NexCX hopes to unlock new insights and drive customer-centered innovation. Comprising of two components…
Yesway Launches National Burrito Day Deal
Yesway and Allsup’s have announced a new deal in honor of National Burrito day, which takes place on April 4. For one day only, Allsup’s customers can buy one Beef and Bean Burrito and get one free. The offer, exclusive to Yesway and Allsup’s Rewards members and available at all store locations where Allsup’s Burritos…
Navigating Tobacco Backbar Trends
The tobacco category remains in the spotlight at c-stores as the industry grapples with marketing denial orders (MDO) for vape products and braces for pending rules from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) around menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars. “Regulations continue to challenge the tobacco industry in 2024,” said Tim Greene, director of tobacco and…
7-Eleven International Officially Acquires 7-Eleven Australia
7-Eleven International has announced the successful acquisition of 7-Eleven Australia convenience stores — adding more than 750 Australian stores to its portfolio. The two companies agreed to the 1.71 billion Australian dollar deal in November 2023. “We are thrilled to become one team and create stronger synergy with 7-Eleven Australia,” said Ken Wakabayashi, president and…
Marathon Refinery Receives Investor of the Year Award
Marathon Petroleum’s St. Paul Park refinery was recently named “Investor of the Year” for 2023 by the Black Owned Businesses (BOB) Rewards Club for the refinery’s support of the nonprofit’s Juneteenth celebration last year. BOB Rewards Club was founded in Minnesota in 2016 and now has virtual chapters across the country. The organization works with…
Couche-Tard Named an Exceptional Workplace
Alimentation Couche-Tard has won the 2024 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) — which recognizes the world’s most engaged workplace cultures — for its third year in a row. “Congratulations to the 60 organizations that have redefined what it means to be a great place to work. Your commitment to creating environments where employees are listened…
Refreshing Dispensed Beverages for Spring
As spring arrives, c-store retailers are updating their cold and frozen dispensed beverage flavors to meet evolving customer demands in preparation for the surge in beverage traffic that warmer weather traditionally brings. Today, more consumers are favoring healthier dispensed drinks, preferably in a variety of exciting flavors. Convenience store customers are showing marked preferences for…