Podcasts about convenience stores

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In this episode of “At Your Convenience,” CSP Editor Chuck Ulie talks with Kathy Williams, senior category leader at Minuteman Food Mart, Elizabethtown, North Carolina, owned by Campbell Oil Co., from CSP's Cold Vault Forum in Lombard, Illinois, in May.Williams, a CSP 2025 Category Manager of the Year winner for center store, small chain, talks about the importance of watching trends, Minuteman's love of innovation, the importance of leveraging vendors to get insight on consumers and more.

In the 1980s, it was pay-at-the-pump technology. But 40 years later, another technological risk has emerged in the form of electric vehicles. But while there's an additional bevy of other external threats to foot traffic like impulse purchase rapid delivery startups…it all comes back to how best can convenience stores draw consumers inside. And I believe the strategic answer is focusing on “controlling your own destiny.” So, what do Buc-ee's, Sheetz, Wawa, and Casey's have in common? They've garnered considerable loyalty nationwide (beyond their regional origins) with exceptional foodservice options. Similarly, many c-store brands (like 7-Eleven and Love's) are accelerating their private label growth…building customer loyalty and repeat visits. The fact is…within the last century, convenience stores have faced countless threats and successfully evolved into one of the most important U.S. sales channels with over 150,000 total locations.

Walmart expands its drone delivery program to five more cities. The National Association of Convenience Stores Foundation launches its First Responder of the Year Award. And shoppers are starting to blame the government for high grocery prices.

According to the Convenience Stores and Newsagents Association, up to 100 local shops close annually in Ireland. CEO of Convenience Stores and Newsagents Association, Vincent Jennings discuss this with Ciara this morning.

According to the Convenience Stores and Newsagents Association, up to 100 local shops close annually in Ireland. CEO of Convenience Stores and Newsagents Association, Vincent Jennings discuss this with Ciara this morning.

The Convenience Stores and Newsagents Association (CSNA) has confirmed to This Week that approximately 100 local shops close annually in Ireland with at least three outlets shutting their doors every fortnight. What are the issues for shop owners around the country? Our reporter Peter O'Connell met with shopkeepers in Clare and Westmeath.

Convenience Store Douche, Buy or Cry, Jenny gets a little too excited to see Keith, and more on the debut eposide of "Happy Hour" with Keith and Jenny. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode of “At Your Convenience,” CSP Editor Diane Adam talks with Peter Rasmussen, who is an industry advocate, convenience and energy veteran, and CEO and founder of Convenience and Energy Advisors.The two spoke in May during CSP's Cold Vault Forum in Lombard, Illinois.Rasmussen shares how retailers can unlock digital's potential to drive packaged beverage profit. He also discusses the importance of in-store signage and how c-store shoppers notice promotions.“At Your Convenience” brings industry experts and analysts together with CSP editors to discuss the latest in c-store news and trends. From mergers and acquisitions to foodservice and technology, the podcast delivers the story straight to listeners in short-format episodes, perfect for the morning commute or a quick break at the office.

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Korean convenience store CU is making its U.S. debut in Hawaii, Global Partners' Richard Slifka died Sunday at age 85, and SpartanNash is bullish on the growth prospects for its Hispanic stores.

In this episode of The Food Mentor Podcast we are chatting with the founder Milo Gaffney about this exciting new hot snacking brand Go Snack. Go Snack provides hot snacks conveniently packaged specifically for the convenience and travel industries. For convenience store and travel industry operators it's as simple as from the freezer to the oven then into the hot hold unit - enabling consumers to grab and go and enjoy hot snacks on the go!Creating a safe working environment and efficiency for store operators while delivering a fabulous food offer to consumers is what Go Snack is all about. This is a very clever and innovative concept but very simple at the same time. The Go Snack brand and offer is already available at Viva Energy (Reddy Express) and The Foodary with Ampol. Milo and I also dive into the convenience store industry chatting through the evolution of the food offer, store format and the convenience store consumer over the last 2 decades and we ask ourselves what could be next. I hope you enjoy this episode of The Food Mentor Podcast. Insta here;https://www.instagram.com/go_snack_?igsh=MWRmeG00NHlqY3RodQ==David Burns is also the founder of DJB Food Group and Creme design helping manufacturers, brands and entrepreneurs develop innovative new products and brands and then distribute into retail. In 2025 David's clients will have achieved $60mil in sales from brands and product ranges we have developed in the prior 24 months. Reach out for a chat anytime! David also conducts strategy workshops as well as key note speaking engagements. Would you like to be a guest on our show or sponsor an episode to reach your target audience? We have enjoyed 60,000 podcast downloads with listeners in 370 cities across 68 countries. Connect with us anytime david@djbfoodgroup.com +61427034412

When you stop to fill up your car with gas, you might also pop into the store to grab a quick bite, or a gatorade, or that carton of milk you forgot to get at the supermarket.  One company has managed to leverage that common retail experience into a real-estate empire.Chris Constant is the president and Chief Executive Officer of Getty Realty Corp, which trades under the symbol GTY on the New York Stock Exchange. Chris joined the company in November of 2010 as Director of Planning and Corporate Development, and was later promoted to treasurer in May of 2012, Vice President in May of 2013, CFO also in 2013 and CEO in 2016. Today, Chris walks us through the surprising origins of Getty Realty, discusses developments in the convenience store and automotive sectors, and explains why Getty has found such incredible success working with those industries.  Highlights:Getty Realty origins (4:50)What's a 'Net Lease REIT?' (7:07)Why C-stores and Auto-service? (8:00)How convenience stores have changed (9:48)Getty's advantage in the market (11:25)Sourcing new assets (12:48)Occupancy and rent (15:07)Potential for growth in other sectors (16:40)Uncertain macro environment (18:13)Impact of EVs (20:25)Dividends (21:49)What people miss about Getty (23:32)Links:Chris Constant LinkedInGetty Realty LinkedInGetty Realty WebsiteICR LinkedInICR TwitterICR Website Feedback:If you have questions about the show, or have a topic in mind you'd like discussed in future episodes, email our producer, marion@lowerstreet.co.

Chips, chocolate bars, soft drinks and a loan all at one store. iFinance is working with Circle K to offer personal loans at some store in Ontario. William Breton, Vice-President and Chief Operating Officer, joins us to tell us how it will work. Connect with iFinance on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and TikTok.

Japan's parliament on Wednesday enacted a bill that will allow people to pick up over-the-counter drugs at convenience stores and other outlets without pharmacists.

Bevs is transforming how independently owned liquor and convenience stores operate—and in this episode, Jason Vego, co-founder and CEO of Bevs, shares exactly how.If you're searching for ways to modernize your store operations, scale a retail tech startup, or improve inventory management, this conversation is packed with insight. Jason breaks down how Bevs is solving the real problems faced by small-format retailers, from inventory tracking to digital transformation—problems that many store owners and tech founders search solutions for daily.Whether you're a founder building a B2B SaaS company, an operator in the convenience store software space, or simply exploring how AI in retail is reshaping the industry, Jason delivers clarity on product-market fit, startup pivots, and data-driven decision-making. This episode is your shortcut to understanding how to create scalable tools for underserved markets and how to raise smart venture capital while staying grounded in customer needs.

Today on the show we talk about the importance of convenience stores to communities, the local economy, and the challenges they are facing. Guests: Ivy Hanley, co-owner of Urban Market 1919; Mithun Mathew, owner of SpiceX: Blackmarsh Superette; Kristen Dwyer, Seal Cove Grocery in CBS; Mike Hammoud, vice-president the Atlantic region of the Convenience Industry Council of Canada; Brian Kelly, Howley Shopping Centre in Howley; Michelle Payne, Fox's General Store in Corner Brook; Darrelle Bennett, Grenfell Variety and Hamilton River Convenience in Happy Valley Goose Bay. 

Switching Shop Management Systems isn't as hard as you think! Give Shop Controller a try HEREIf your DVI isn't certified, you're losing customers! Get a FREE certification when you touch HERE!In this episode, Braxton is joined by Ryan McKinnon from the Charge Ahead Partnership to break down the recent end of the NEVI program under the Trump administration. Ryan highlights why the program, despite being well designed to leverage existing businesses for EV charging infrastructure, ultimately stumbled due to poor implementation by many states. The conversation also explores Florida's unique approach to EV charging and the push for free market solutions over utility-run charging stations, emphasizing the importance of policies that encourage private investment in the evolving EV marketplace. 00:00 "Criticism of Ineffective EV Initiative"05:06 Transportation Grants Continue Amid Program Halt10:14 EV Charging Competition in Florida12:42 State Attitudes on Federal EV Funding15:47 Utility Control Over EV Charging20:49 Ineffective Public Charger Deployment23:43 EV Charging Policy Advocacy Platform27:00 "Engage with Automotive Repair News"

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Part two of my recently recorded audio book., Night Shift: My Adventures As A Convenience Store Clerk.

Predicate Felon Held in the Monroe County Jail on no bail/no release after shooting and injuring a 9 year-old boy in a Henrietta Convenience Store. Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter reacts to the senseless shooting.

Retailers are calling for a crackdown on what they are calling an “epidemic” of shoplifting across the country; many would like to see tougher sentencing of those convicted to deter the growing rates of the crime.Joining Kieran to discuss is Vincent Jennings, Chief Executive Officer of the Convenience Stores & Newsagents Association of Ireland, Sheila Clarke, who runs Clarke's XL shop in Ballina, Co. Mayo and later, Jean McCabe, CEO of Retail Excellence.

In this episode of “At Your Convenience,” CSP Editor Chuck Ulie talks with Rachel Toner, owner of Taste Strategy, Chalfont, Pennsylvania, at CSP's Dispensed Beverages Forum, which took place in April in Lombard, Illinois.Toner talks about the trendy dirty soda, which is a carbonated soft drink with added flavor syrups or creamers. Toner discusses the catchy name, the history of the beverage and its resurgence today. The majority of retailers already have the ingredients needed to make these drinks, she says, making it a wealth of opportunity for c-stores. 

For this episode, Kendall, Andrew, and Angelique discuss Convenience Store Woman, a "strange little book" by Sayaka Murata. After listening, head over to the Off the Shelf blog and share your thoughts on the episode. And checkout GastonLibrary.org for all your GCPL needs.   Music provided by: https://www.purple-planet.com

Ben and Ione chat housekeeping, gigs in Beechworth, staying in Ned Kelly's cottage, Melbourne band Convenience Store, getting positive texts from Caveh Zahedi, Love on the Spectrum, Ione's Sydney book launch at the Lord Dudley, the trade war on Tiktok, Bon Iver's universe building, The Moorepark Dachshund Festival, Bernie Sanders at Coachella, Neil Young at the Fighting Oligarchy rally and answer listener questions about glamorous restrooms, humans needs for the supernatural, whether Ben and Ione are threatened by their past relationships, talking dirty, and a brief history of Ben's involvement in cults.To dive deeper into our universe head over to https://weirdertogether.substack.com/

RTO is turning 20! Jeff and Kelly go through the history books to remember some of RTO's biggest moments, what was happening in the world during that time, and how the company became what it is today.

A man who survived more than 90 days at sea thought about his mother every single day. AND A 42-year-old woman stopped a robbery at a convenience store by using her impressive martial arts skills, sending the would-be thief scrambling and on his way! To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/survived-more-than-90-days.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/woman-stops-robbery-martial-arts.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We began the program with four interesting guests on topics we think you should know more about!Trump Tariffs: What You Need to Know if You're Buying a Car with John Vincent - Senior Editor and Correspondent / Vehicle Testing on the Autos team at U.S. News & World Report.Boston's first and only pod hotel! What's a pod hotel? Adelaide Parker – Boston Globe Correspondent – has experienced pod hotels in Japan as well.Preparations For Salem's 400th Anniversary are Underway Ahead of 2026! Salem Mayor Dominick Pangallo checked in. Why it's getting more expensive to use your credit cards? Doug Kantor, General Counsel for NACS (National Association of Convenience Stores) explains.Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

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There's a lot going on under your feet! On this episode, Jeff and Kelly talk to Ben Thomas from UST Training to find out just what's going on with underground storage tanks: how they've changed over the years, Ben's evolving role in the industry, and what happens when things go wrong.   About Ben: Ben Thomas brings to the UST industry over three decades of experience, networking and ideas to help owners and inspectors solve complex technical problems in the management of UST systems. Ben's experience goes back to 1986, when he supervised UST removals in Vermont. Between 1989 and 1995, Ben oversaw cleanup of leaking UST sites in northern Alaska. From 1995 to 2002, he ran Alaska's UST leak prevention program. Ben gained national attention for his innovative work in web page development, outreach material, financial responsibility compliance, and most notably the Alaska third party inspection program. Since leaving Alaska in 2002, Ben's principal focus has been education, training, and outreach to the nation's UST owners, operators, inspectors and technicians.

Highlights from the 2025 NACS Convenience Summit Asia were tours of convenience stores in Tokyo. Hear more for learnings and insights about what we saw, and experienced in this incredibly efficient c-store market. Hosted by: Jeff Lenard About our Guest: Jeff McQuilkin, Director, Exhibit Sales & Services, NACS Jeff has over 25 years of exposition sales, marketing, operations and project management experience, the last eight with NACS.

P.M. Edition for Mar. 13. Low- and high-income consumers alike are spending less, and that's having an effect on lots of retailers. WSJ food and agriculture reporter Jesse Newman tells us how fewer convenience store purchases of chips and candy bars could impact snack companies' bottom line. Plus, a federal judge orders the Trump administration to reinstate thousands of fired workers at six federal agencies. And potential cuts to Medicaid put venture-backed startups at a crossroads. WSJ reporter Brian Gormley joins to discuss who could benefit. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The ladies of "The Real Housewives of Dubai" are in LA and ready chat. Chanel Ayan & Taleen Marie join Jeff in talking about Taleen mistakenly leaving Chanel out of pre-dinner drinks, the wonders of American convenience stores, and the challenges of converting dirhams to dollars.• • • Want more Jeff Lewis? Click here to sign up for 3 free months of SiriusXM and listen weekdays to "Jeff Lewis Live" from 12-2pE/9-11aP on Radio Andy Channel 102. Plus, tune into The Jeff Lewis Channel for even more Jeff content streaming exclusively on the SiriusXM app channel 789.• • • Host - Jeff LewisGuests -Chanel Ayan, Taleen Marie, & Shane DouglasDirector - Alyssa HeimrichSenior Producer & Editor - Jamison ScalaPhone Screener – Oscar Beltran 

Prison overcrowding is at another crisis point with all secure jails having reached, or exceeded, capacity for the first time.More than 100 prisoners were sleeping on the floors of Mountjoy on Tuesday night when numbers reached a record 1,000.With, clearly, some major issues with the Irish prison system, how can things be solved?Joining guest host Sinead Ryan to discuss is Niall Spelman, retired Prison Governor, Kathleen Chada, Founder of SAVE Action Group, Vincent Jennings, CEO of the Convenience Stores & Newsagents Association and more.

How can a company use today's digital world to their advantage? Luckily for Jeff and Kelly, they have just the expert to ask: Abbey Karel from Bounteous! In their chat with Abbey, they talk digital strategies, automation, AI and more. Plus, just how long until the tucked in sweater goes out of fashion? Listen to find out!  About Abbey: As VP of Growth at Bounteous, Abbey Karel helps Consumer Brands drive digital transformation and create meaningful customer experiences that maximize growth and ROI. By aligning business goals with digital innovation, she enables brands to unlock new opportunities through strategic partnerships and co-innovation while optimizing spend.  With a background in global client leadership, digital strategy, and in-store innovation, Abbey has worked with some of the world's most recognized brands to elevate customer engagement and drive measurable business impact. Prior to Bounteous, she led high-impact client relationships at Ogilvy, earning recognition as a Top-25 Global Client Leader, and played a key role in pioneering native apps and in-store digital experiences for Kohl's and JCPenney.    Abbey is also a frequent speaker and thought leader, sharing insights on digital transformation, customer experience, and data-driven growth at industry events.

In this episode of “At Your Convenience,” CSP Editor Chuck Ulie talks with Ali Beydoun, foodservice director at Chillbox, owned by New Haven, Michigan-based Bazco Oil.Beydoun talks about the launch of the first quick-service restaurant, BirdBox, launched in November by Chillbox in one of its Warren, Michigan, locations.“It was definitely one of those, ‘Let's make it happen,' Beydoun said on the podcast. “We were all hands on deck and were able to do it in about a month and a half. It's been launched for a couple of months now, and we're very happy with the trajectory so far.”BirdBox sells bone-in fried chicken pieces along with four chicken sandwiches, chicken tenders, four sides, a house salad, two appetizers (fried corn ribs and tater tachos) and a burger. There also are strawberry, vanilla and chocolate milkshakes and six sauces.“At Your Convenience” brings industry experts and analysts together with CSP editors to discuss the latest in c-store news and trends. From mergers and acquisitions to foodservice and technology, the podcast delivers the story straight to listeners in short-format episodes, perfect for the morning commute or a quick break at the office.

CEO of Albertsons-owned Cerberus Capital Management leaves the board for a post in the Trump administration. Garrison's Convenience Stores purchases The Hitchin' Post. And the price of gasoline is up.

The benefits of personal counseling while you practice, something you have recently unlearned that changed the way you see the world, and do protests matter are some of the questions handled by Elliott, Mitch, Angelika, and Marty on this episode of Circular Firing Squad.Elliott - 2:00We hear a lot of people saying "Now is time to protest." Do you think protests have any impact on the issues being protested?Mitch - 7:45
What are the benefits of receiving counseling while simultaneously providing it?Angelika - 15:45What is one belief or perspective you've had to unlearn recently, and how did it change the way you see the world?Marty - 27:55
Given the political changes where do you think education will be in 2035Final Shot question - 39:15If it was your last day on earth, where would you like to spend the last minutes?ThePodTalk.Net

Head of Platform and Media Partnerships at Bridg, Jared Luskin, delves into the innovative ways local grocers and convenience stores can modernize their marketing strategies. By leveraging data and audience insights, Bridg's platform offers solutions for brick-and-mortar retailers to target in-store customers effectively. Jared's discussion sheds light on the power of offline resolution capabilities and utilizing point of sale data to enhance retail media success. Explore more insights from Jared Luskin on modernizing marketing strategies at Bridg in this engaging podcast episode. Show NotesConnect With: Jared Luskin: Website // LinkedInThe MarTech Podcast: Email // LinkedIn // TwitterBenjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Head of Platform and Media Partnerships at Bridg, Jared Luskin, delves into the innovative ways local grocers and convenience stores can modernize their marketing strategies. By leveraging data and audience insights, Bridg's platform offers solutions for brick-and-mortar retailers to target in-store customers effectively. Jared's discussion sheds light on the power of offline resolution capabilities and utilizing point of sale data to enhance retail media success. Explore more insights from Jared Luskin on modernizing marketing strategies at Bridg in this engaging podcast episode. Show NotesConnect With: Jared Luskin: Website // LinkedInThe MarTech Podcast: Email // LinkedIn // TwitterBenjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today I try to work through a few of my weird issues with convenience store employees, by calling them and facing my fear.…

Do you know who the ‘Missing 33%' are? In this episode, Kelly finds out in a conversation with a committee co-chair within C-Store Women and RTO's own Client Success Manager, Breeze Savage. They also discuss empowering women in the convenience industry, the secret sauce to client support and how she inspires her team on the daily. Are there any jokes made at Jeff's expense during his absence? Listen to find out!

In this episode, host Matt Aitchison interviews Steve Haddadin, founder of King Real Estate Group, to uncover the secrets of success in commercial real estate. From running gas stations to navigating the future of EV charging stations, Steve provides actionable insights and expert knowledge for investors looking to scale their portfolio. What You'll Learn in This Episode: How Steve got started in real estate at age 12 and transitioned from law to property investments. Why commercial real estate offers unique opportunities for scalability and profitability. Key strategies for managing gas stations and convenience stores as operationally intensive assets. The impact of EV charging stations on the future of real estate and investment. How a diversified investment approach across business, real estate, and stocks ensures long-term growth. Timestamps: 00:00 - Welcome and intro with Matt Aitchison 02:27 - Meet Steve Haddadin and his niche focus in real estate 07:39 - Why Steve chooses commercial over single-family investments 14:00 - Challenges and rewards of gas station ownership 30:06 - EV policy and its real estate implications 35:11 - Market trends and predictions for 2024 and beyond Resources Mentioned: King Real Estate Group Website: kingrealestategroup.com Follow Steve Haddadin on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/stevehaddadin Steve Haddadin's Website: stevehaddadin.com Episode Sponsored By: Discover Financial Millionaire Mindcast Shop: Buy the Rich Life Planner and Get the Wealth-Building Bundle for FREE! Visit: https://shop.millionairemindcast.com/ MY FIRST 50K!: Visit https://wiseinvestorcollective.com/ and submit your application to join!  

Tony opens the show by talking about the Hail Mary that gave the WFT the win over the Bears. He talks about that some more with a despondent Michael Wilbon, and Mark Feinsand calls in to give his thoughts on the World Series so far, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Norwegian Soft Kitten “I'm The Manager (of a Convenience Store)” ; Dan Bern “The Fall Classic” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Independent retail chains selling gas and food are becoming an economic force benefiting consumers. So what are the best convenience store chains in the nation? Clark delivers new rankings from the American Customer Satisfaction Index. Also today - One reason the U.S. economy is faring better than most other developed economies in the world is American entrepreneurship. Covid era startups have created over 7 million American jobs. Clark speaks to the potential entrepreneur in you!  Convenience Stores Vs Gas Stations: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 New Businesses Fuel Economy: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: What Are Unrealized Gains and Losses? How To Buy a Used Car How to Buy a New Car in 5 Steps Roth vs. Traditional 401(k): What's the Difference? National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave recounts his recent visit to a convenience store trade show before he and Chris jump into a new segment: Culinary Cameo. This episode, they break down Cypher and Agent Smith's steak dinner scene in The Matrix. Then, the duo begins to unpack the world of chopsticks, including the evolution of chopstick usage and shapes along with possible innovations to eating utensils. Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Majordomo Media Production: Noelle Cornelio, Kelsey Rearden, and Ira Chute Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dax and Monica talk to Armcherries! In today's episode, Armcherries tell us a crazy convenience store story.Follow Armchair Expert on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch new content on YouTube or listen to Armchair Expert early and ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/armchair-expert-with-dax-shepard/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.