Convenience Matters

Convenience stores sell 80 percent of the fuel in the U.S. Find out how technology has helped this category change and grow.

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Carolyn Schnare, Director Strategic Initiatives, NACS

Delivery and pickup has been clutch for consumers who can't or won't leave the house or car. Online back office systems to check inventory, track orders, and automate the supply chain have been crucial for retail and foodservice businesses. Whenever things get back to normal, did your business pass the test of conforming to the new e-commerce normal?

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Carolyn Schnare, Director Strategic Initiatives, NACS and Jeff Lenard, VP Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS

Six feet apart, minimal contact, sanitizer stations and plexiglass. Are these the staples of convenience retail store design going forward in the new normal?

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Jeff Lenard, VP Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS and Carolyn Schnare, Director Strategic Initiatives, NACS

The deadline to upgrade fuel pumps to be EMV compliant has changed to April 2021, but that doesn't mean retailers should wait. There are expensive options and more cost-effective ones that can make the update a little easier.

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Carolyn Schnare, Director Strategic Initiatives, NACS and Donovan Woods, Director of Operations, Fuels Institute

California sees electric vehicles as an important component to improving air quality. Utility companies also play an important role in supporting the transportation sector's need to improve air pollution.

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Donovan Woods, Director of Operations, Fuels Institute and John Eichberger, Executive Director, Fuels Institute

Are aluminum containers the next big thing for beverages? Infinitely recyclable, lighter, and easier for labeling, aluminum cans and bottles are finding their way into beverage coolers and craft breweries. Can consumers and retailers embrace this new trend? Yes they can!

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Carolyn Schnare, Director Strategic Initiatives, NACS and Jeff Lenard, VP Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS

The convenience channel is among the most vibrant and fastest growing channels in the US consumer packaged goods market, before and hopefully after the 2020 pandemic.

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Jeff Lenard, VP Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS and Carolyn Schnare, Director Strategic Initiatives, NACS

There are many things to stay on top of when operating convenience stores to stay relevant and safe for customers, employees and to keep up with regulations. Working with a contract operator can streamline and professionalize operations and also help navigate difficult financial situations.

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Carolyn Schnare, Director Strategic Initiatives, NACS and Jeff Lenard, VP Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS

NACS Chairman Julie Jackowski shares how Casey's, one of the largest US convenience store chains, has addressed the coronavirus pandemic, what they are seeing and hearing at their 2,200 stores as well as how their operations have evolved.

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Jeff Lenard, VP Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS and Carolyn Schnare, Director Strategic Initiatives, NACS

Saving money and energy are both important and can coexist simultaneously. Hear how Energy Star resources can help stores do both.

Hosted by:

Carolyn Schnare, Director Strategic Initiatives, NACS and Jeff Lenard, VP Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS