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April 2023

April 2023

In the April issue, read about opportunities to set yourself apart despite current consumer sentiments, how rebranding can revitalize your business and how retailers can connect with consumers before they walk in the door.

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Features

Finding the Right Brand Partner

Choose what fuel to carry wisely because it’s an ongoing partnership.

Freshening Up Your Brand

Rebranding can revitalize your business—if it’s done right.

Permitting Pitfalls

How to avoid (or learn to accept) the common hiccups that occur with local development and building approvals.

Power Breakfast

Capitalize on the most important meal of the day.

Thriving in an Online World

THRIVR, created by NACS and powered by SOCi, helps retailers connect with consumers before they walk in the door.

How to Sell Fuel to People in a Bad Mood

There are opportunities to set yourself apart and create a connection with your customers—even if they’re grumpy.

How to Lead in the Age of Disruption

The 2023 NACS Leadership Forum explored transformation, inspiration and innovation.

Departments

By the Numbers

Communication Really Is Key

Category Close-Up

Ice Creamy Sales

Packaged ice cream continues to bring in solid sales, especially as the weather warms.

Looking at the Alternative

Alternative snacks were making a comeback, but that momentum was cut short by inflation. What’s next for the category?

Convenience Cares

Wawa Warms Up Polar Plungers

From the Editor

Fueled Up

Gas Station Gourmet

Epic Proportions

Rocket Market is a neighborhood hub that offers its customers a uniquely local experience.

Ideas 2 Go

More Than a Truckers’ Paradise

While Kenly 95 Petro caters to professional drivers, the complex has plenty to lure tourists and locals alike.

Inside Washington

Meet the New Senators of the 118th Congress

Among the eight freshmen, there are six Republicans and two Democrats.

One Voice: Jay Nelson

NACS News

Connect With Exec Ed Alumni

NACS Welcomes Logan Dion

The Big Question

The Big Question: Blackie Wills

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