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April 2024

April 2024

Summer road trips are on the horizon, and we share how convenience stores are gearing up to be the ultimate one-stop shop. Also, check out “What Consumers Say about Prices, Crime and C-Store Jobs” with the latest survey results from the 2024 NACS Consumer Survey. Read more—from optimal team uniforms to protecting your EV charging station from vandals—this April issue is packed with industry insights.

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Features

What Consumers Say About Prices, Crime and C-Store Jobs

The good news is that consumers are in a way better mood than last year—but that doesn’t mean they don’t have concerns.

Dressed for Success

Retailers navigate the fine line between brand identity and ease of operations.

Shake It Up, Baby!

Get the scoop on quality hand-dipped ice cream and customized shakes.

Learning Loyalty Lessons from Restaurants

What lessons can c-stores take from QSRs?

Boosting Revenue, the Fun Way

Pace-O-Matic skill games draw customers into stores and keep them there.

Protect Your EV Charging Station from Vandals

Don’t let a copper caper keep EV customers from recharging.

Road Trip Revelations

Summer road trips are on the horizon, and convenience stores are gearing up to be the ultimate one-stop shop.

More Miles means More Maintenance

With travelers hitting the road, summer is a chance to fine-tune your vehicle care offers.

Departments

By the Numbers

The Top 10 In-Store Categories

These companies combine to account for nearly 45,000 stores.

Category Close-Up

Diamond in the Rough

C-stores buck the trend of soft beer sales as the category drives trips for retailers.

Convenience Cares

Sheetz For the Kidz Raised $1.7 Million in 2023

More than 11,000 children directly benefitted from the contributions.

From the Editor

Telling a Better Story About C-Store Jobs

Gas Station Gourmet

Home-Cooked Cajun

The Henry family makes customers feel like they're a part of the family.

Ideas 2 Go

Cornering the Market

Corner Post delivers fast, personalized convenience to its customers.

Inside Washington

Inside the Biden Administration’s Ambitious EV Charging Goal

NACS has worked to ensure retailers have a level playing field.

One Voice: Bill Weigel

This month, NACS talks to Bill Weigel, chief executive officer, Weigel’s.

NACS News

Introducing the NACS State of the Industry Talent Insights Dashboard

Dive Into Sustainable Transportation With TEI

NACS Welcomes New Staff

The Big Question

The Big Question: Hannah Ubl, Good Company Consulting

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June 2023

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