P97 Networks announced it is teaming up with Visa to deploy its token technology. This collaboration will help reduce friction with in-car payments, enable electric vehicle (EV) charging payments across public networks, and further accelerate mobile payment innovation and acceptance. The first step in this cooperation is the launch of P97 Network’s enhanced network token…
How to Secure Customer Loyalty for Your Small Business
Business owners are always seeking ways to distinguish themselves from their competitors. Staying ahead of the competition is a formidable challenge. Still, building customer loyalty is additionally crucial for brick-and-mortar businesses that rely heavily on long-term, repeat customers. When a business owner wants to build customer loyalty, they should consider a few factors. It is…
Cory VanVoorhis Wins Colonial Group’s Soaring Eagle Award
Colonial Group Inc. has announced that Cory VanVoorhis has received its second annual Robert H. Demere, Jr. Soaring Eagle Award. The award’s 2022 recipient was revealed at the annual company party held at the Marriott Savannah Riverfront on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023. The award was named in honor of the company chairman, Robert H. Demere,…
Parker’s Launches Website With New Design
Parker’s recently launched a new website. Defined by the company’s signature blue and green color palette, the website offers a number of strategic optimizations to benefit customers. “At Parker’s, we’re committed to using technology to maximize the customer experience in the store, at the pump and online,” said Parker’s Founder and CEO, Greg Parker. “We decided…
Oatmeal Cream Pie-Flavored Ice Cream
Ben & Jerry’s unveiled its newest flavor: Oatmeal Dream Pie. The concoction is an Oatmeal Crème Pie Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert with Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cookies — by Partake, the allergy-friendly food company — and Marshmallow Swirls. The certified vegan dessert is shipping now to appear on shelves across the country. The flavor is a full-time addition […]
Cliff’s Kicks Off MDA Shamrock Campaign
Cliff’s has officially kicked off its annual Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) Shamrock Campaign. All Cliff’s Local Market and Clifford Fuel locations throughout Central New York are raising funds to empower the lives of children and adults living with muscular dystrophy, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and related neuromuscular diseases now through March 17. After the campaign,…
Standard AI to Integrate Skip
Standard AI announced a definitive agreement to acquire Skip, a self-checkout solutions provider. Standard AI will connect self-checkout with artificial intelligence (AI)-powered autonomous checkout into one integrated experience. The powerful combination will give retailers who are seeking immediate relief from labor pains a self-checkout option with a clearly defined path to an autonomous future. In…
Sweet Squad Candy Fans
CandyRific released Sweet Squad Candy Fans for Valentine’s Day. These colorful Kittycorn Mermaid, Unicorn, Llama and Mermaid Fans provide a burst of fanned air when the button is pushed. Each comes complete with 0.53 ounces of assorted fruit flavored dextrose candies (natural flavors and colors). The fans have a suggested retail price of $5.99 and […]
What You Can Learn From Kwik Trip’s Social Strategy
It’s no secret that competition can get tough among convenience stores. Luckily, social media has emerged as a powerful marketing tool that can help brands stand out among the rest. CStore Decisions recently released The 2023 Social Media Awards, powered by RivalIQ, which looked at which convenience stores were performing best across social media platforms.…
Sweet Treats and Zero-Sugar Energy Roundup
Erin Del Conte, executive editor of CStore Decisions, kicks off 2023 with a new product review. On the tasting menu: a popular energy drink’s new zero sugar offering, Reese’s Chocolate-Dipped Animal Crackers and a Valentine’s Day LTO from PopTarts.