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

Convenience stores should support and invest in their local community organizations, such as Little League, scouting organizations and other fundraising events that benefit their communities.

What does NACS political engagement mean to you, and what benefits have you experienced from being politically engaged?

NACS has my back when it comes to federal legislation and regulations. The NACS government relations team is engaged and knowledgeable, which is a primary benefit for members and state associations. NACS grassroots efforts are effective and useful in letting our federal elected officials know what our members are thinking about important issues.

What federal legislative or regulatory issues keep you up at night? Partisanship at the federal, state and local levels keeps me up at night. We have lost the art of compromise and honest discussion of the issues.

What c-store product could you not live without?

Fuel, coffee and donuts!