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This issue goes deep with its coverage of the 2023 NACS Show in Atlanta, including coverage of education sessions and the expo floor.
Features
10 Takeaways From the NACS Show
It’s a four-day marathon that brings the industry together.
But I Would Walk 500 Miles ...
Although after this year’s NACS Show, I’m not sure I could walk 500 more.
Innovating Together
From crawfish to a t-shirt press, this year’s NACS Ideas 2 Go program has something for everyone.
Finding Inspiration Together
Speakers at the general sessions focused on inspiration, innovation and telling the story of your business.
Learning Together
From safety to seasonal offerings and from foodservice to fuel, NACS Show education sessions had it covered.
Looking For New Ideas
Adding revenue-generating services to a convenience store can boost traffic and the bottom line.
SO Cool!
Here are the top 10 new products from the 2023 NACS Show.
Departments
By the Numbers
Feeling Good? You’re Not Alone
Category Close-Up
A Little This, a Little That
Retailers can use the general merchandise category to generate interest and surprise customers.
Coming of Age
The wine category has matured in c-stores with single serves and ready-to-drink cocktails.
Convenience Cares
Maverik & Swire Coca-Cola Raise Over $686,000 for the National Park Foundation
Funds were raised through Round Up Your Change.
From the Editor
Show First Impressions
Gas Station Gourmet
C-Store Staples With Local Flair
Calloway’s Tennessee Kitchen features “affordable, delicious regional food.”
Ideas 2 Go
A Hometown Truck Stop
P&H Truck Stop serves homemade food and sells essentials to locals and truckers.
Inside Washington
A Year Out
What’s the lay of the land heading into the 2024 elections?
ONE VOICE: Brandon Duckett
This month, NACS talks to Brandon Duckett, Vice President of Finance RaceTrac Inc.
NACS News
Paterno Leads NACS Board of Directors, Executive Committee
Retailer and supplier leadership changes were announced during the NACS Show.
NACS Compensation Survey
The 2023 Compensation Survey is now open.
NACS Launches Inaugural Retailer of the Year Award Latin America
Two winners, Lion Place Cardales and LiSTO! Castaños, showcase convenience retail excellence.
The Big Question
The Big Question: Victor Paterno, President & CEO, Philippine Seven Corp., 2023-24 NACS Chair
Explore Other Issues
Meet NACS Chairman Jared Scheeler, see how c-stores are using AI and explore the latest packaging options for your foodservice in the January issue.
Read how to put your c-store on the digital search map, plus get tips for managing supply-chain issues and beefing up the dinner daypart in the February issue.
See who made our Top 100 list of convenience retailers by store count, and hear from leaders of fast-growing chains about their M&A strategies. Learn about self-checkout, hiring veterans and more.
Read results of the NACS Consumer Fuels Survey, see how retailers are making way for beverage innovation in the cold vault, get tips for food sampling programs and more!
NACS SOI data on the foodservice category, tips for competing with QSRs, what’s new in craft sodas and better-for-you candy and more awaits you in the foodservice issue.
Read our exclusive coverage of the 2022 NACS State of the Industry Summit, featuring data and insights from the NACS State of the Industry Report of Data.
Get tips for handling inflationary pricing pressure, see what brands are top of mind for c-store shoppers, rethink the tobacco back bar and more.
See why private-label brands have real sticking power in c-stores, how energy and sports drinks are amping up healthier options and get an inside look at new store designs.
ESG reporting, drive-thru how-tos, snacking trends, loyalty programs, social media and store security are among the topics we cover in this month's pre-NACS Show issue.
Delve into customer journeys, corporate culture, beverage trends, 24/7 operations and much more in the latest issue.