Hoshizaki America, Inc. announces the formal appointment of Chris Karssiens as president after serving as interim president since March 25 and Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing prior to that. With over 40 years’ experience in the foodservice equipment industry and proven expertise in leading companies, driving successful sales strategies and team building, it…
Biden Meets With FEMA on Hurricane Season Preparations
President Biden met Monday with members of his homeland security and climate teams at the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) National Response Coordination Center in Washington, D.C. to receive an update on preparations for the 2021 hurricane season. In advance of the President’s visit, the Administration is announcing it will direct $1 billion for communities,…
Ensuring Data Security in a Cloud-Enabled Platform
Download the DFS white paper “Ensuring Data Security in a Cloud-Enabled Platform” to learn how the DFS DX™ connected solutions platform’s user management capabilities are designed to deliver a secure and seamless experience to fuel site operators and their IT admins. Fill out form to download PDF…
Anabi Oil to Acquire 124 Speedway Stores From 7-Eleven
Anabi Oil, a family owned and operated business based in Upland, Calif., announced that it will purchase 124 Speedway stores in the Midwest, Northeast, Utah and Florida. Anabi Oil is acquiring the stores from 7-Eleven, which recently completed the acquisition of Speedway from Marathon Petroleum Corp. Anabi Oil is one of the largest Shell-branded wholesalers…
NAG Profile in Leadership with Jonathan Shaer: New England Legislation Threatens C-Stores, Tobacco Sales
Whether it’s tobacco, minimum wages or sugary drinks, states throughout New England are under attack from lawmakers looking to restrict sales or outright ban products crucial to convenience stores. Jonathan Shaer is at the center of these battles. Shaer serves as the executive director of the New England Convenience Store and Energy Marketers Association (NECSEMA)…
Mirabito to Offer Free Coffee to Veterans and Military Personnel
In recognition of Memorial Day, Mirabito Convenience Stores is offering free any size coffee to all Veterans and Active Duty military personnel at participating locations throughout Central New York and Northeastern Pennsylvania from Saturday, May 29 through Monday, May 31. “As we all celebrate Memorial Day this long weekend, it is important to remember the…
Rutter’s Introduces SPAM LTO
Rutter’s and Hormel Foods are bringing some innovation to their long-standing partnership by adding the food company’s iconic SPAM family of products to Rutter’s featured food menu for a limited time. The new SPAM brand menu, which will be available through July, includes seven featured food items available at the Rutter’s kiosk and hot hold.…
Rutter’s Launches 2021 VIP Summer Sweepstakes
Rutter’s kicked off the summer season with the launch of their 2021 VIP Summer Sweepstakes. The Central Pennsylvania-based chain will be giving away over $50,000 in cash and prizes to their VIP customers over the next four months. “We love rewarding our loyal customers with the chance to win prizes, while enjoying some of their…
How to Build the Best Loyalty Program for Your Stores
Rewards programs are widespread among convenience stores due to the revenue from incremental visits and sales. The core program is the foundation. It should be carefully crafted to excite customers and help the operator accomplish business objectives. Layers and promo- tions give the program its unique feel and keep guests interested and engaged. Guests should…
0% Payment Processing Fees — Driving Profits, Reducing Operating Costs
iVertical Payment Network (iVPN) payment platform offers 0% processing fees for merchant branded general merchandise digital gifts and mobile debit payments acceptance for state lottery products. We are asking c-Store operators two questions: 1. Would you be interested in a mobile app that enables you to have your brand as a digital gift program for…