What role in the community do you think convenience stores should play? 

Convenience stores bring stability to the local population. They incentivize the community to train the first-time work force. They give hope and confidence during tough times by being consistently open and available. The role of the convenience store is to be a beacon of normalcy. 

What does NACS political engagement mean to you? 

Political advocacy rounds out our understanding of proposed legislation. It brings a wealth of information to the table for us to use in understanding the intended outcome of legislation. It channels many voices into one synchronized effort. Being engaged allows you access to the conversation.

What federal legislative or regulatory issues keep you up at night (with respect to the convenience store industry)? 

What we don’t know or hear about that goes on behind closed doors in caucuses. We have no voice in such wild procedures.

What c-store product could you not live without?

A smile to every customer.