The New England Convenience Store and Energy Marketers Association (NECSEMA) invited me to speak at their 2020 annual Expo on the latest technologies in the Convenience/Petro industry. I titled my remarks “Epic Convenience.” Like most events these days, it was cancelled due to the COVID-19 virus. I thought I’d share the opening video I prepared,…
Cleaner, Slower Burn and True Taste with Republic Tobacco JOB Virgin Cones
Don Grout, key account manager for Republic Tobacco, introduces the JOB Virgin Cone, ultra-thin and lightly porous for a slower burn, truer taste and minimal ash. They come pre-rolled and equipped with a tip for easy packing, made of unbleached, responsibly-harvested, chlorine-and dye-free fibers. JOB Virgin Cones are also vegan and GMO-free. For more information…
Calico Brands’ Scripto Ultima Heats Up the Competition at NACS 2019
Calico’s Aristeo Acosta introduces the Scripto Ultima Opaque Series of lighters. The Ultima is made out of high-heat and high-impact resistant polycarbonate material, has a greater fuel capacity providing up to 3,000 lights and available in mini-size and electronic ignition. Ultima comes in multiple colors and graphic designs. Just in time for winter’s winds, customers…
E-Alternative Solutions Line of Forth CBD Brings Variety to NACS 2019
E-Alternative Solutions Trade Development Manager Mike Sullivan introduces the EAS line of Forth CBD products by a company that goes beyond products, focusing on innovation, compliance and consumer research. Forth features specific offerings developed for the c-store consumer with full-spectrum CBD in an array of products from drink mixes to fruit chews to vape pens…
Procter & Gamble Showed NACS 2019 Attendees How to Increase Customer Basket Share and Convenience
Dena Hawkins, convenience channel team leader with Procter & Gamble, talks about how the company can help c-stores be more convenient, be more of a one-stop shop, and save customers time and effort. P&G, with product categories for its extensive variety of products, will consult with operators on how to use those categories along with…
Werner Introduces Zero Sugar, Grass-Fed Beef Jerky
Werner Gourmet Meat Snacks celebrates 25 years with new branding and new, unique jerky and snack products. For more information from Werner Gourmet Meat Snacks, visit www.wernerjerky.com
Baker Boy’s NACS Debut of 10 New Thaw-and-Serve, High-Quality Doughnuts for C-Store Bakery Cases
Thaw-and-serve donuts: Easy. Simple. Delicious! Ease of execution plus flavor variety makes The Donut Hole® fully finished donut line from Baker Boy a winner in your convenience store pastry rack. Mouthwatering options include your classics like cinnamon twists and glazed rings, but also Baker Boy’s own Magic Ring® Donuts – filled ring donuts stuffed with…
Seeing is Believing: Your Biggest CBD Opportunity
Category managers get a firsthand look at Global Widgets premium hemp-derived CBD products from Hemp Bombs, Nature’s Script and Pure Paws by registering to attend their CBD University Seminar and tour their 110,000 square feet of manufacturing and distribution facilities. For more information from Global Widget, visit www.globalwidget.com
Coke Bubbles Up New Products at 2019 NACS Show
Coca-Cola flexes its innovation muscle with a dozen new flavors and products, including cold brew coffees and energy options, aimed at keeping and growing a variety-driven c-store clientele. Watch the video to discover some really interesting options on their way to your local convenience outlet. For more information from The Coca-Cola Co., visit www.coca-colacompany.com/home.
Hoshizaki America’s Design Expertise on Full Display at NACS 2019 in Atlanta
Gary Weyhausen, VP of sales and marketing for Hoshizaki America, is joined by Ice Machine Product Manager Trey Hoffman, who talks about how Hoshizaki’s expert design leads to less wear and tear to bolster the reliability of its machines, as well as how the company’s precision in ice shape and hardness pleases cold drink consumers.…