Don Longo

Don Longo

Editorial Director Emeritus

Author Profile

Don Longo is Editorial Director Emeritus of Convenience Store News. He joined the brand in 2005. With the highest recognition of any c-store industry media journalist, Don has given presentations to business groups throughout the U.S., Europe and South America, appeared as a guest on Fox Business News and National Public Radio, and is a highly sought source for major consumer and business news.

ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR

1/16/2025
Reflecting on 2024 Predictions & What's Next for 2025
The c-store industry faces another eventful year.

Don Longo
12/18/2024
The C-store Channel Keeps Evolving
Here are six trends that will impact convenience in the year ahead.

Don Longo
11/18/2024
Playing the Long Game
Will electric vehicle chargers charge up c-store profits?

Don Longo
11/11/2024
NACS SHOW REWIND: Waste Not, Want Not
Managing food waste gains significance as foodservice growth continues.

Don Longo
10/28/2024
NACS SHOW REWIND: Delivering a Verdict on Gas Station Food
Don't settle for second best, says traveling c-store food critic.

Don Longo
10/24/2024
NACS SHOW REWIND: Retailers Share Lessons Learned From Remodels & New Builds
Friendly Express and Curby's Express executives discuss do's and don'ts of store construction.

Don Longo
10/15/2024
Couche-Tard: The Ultimate Industry Consolidator
Seven & i takeover attempt likely to have long-term impact on the industry.

Don Longo
10/8/2024
Embracing GenAI & the Cutting-Edge Technology Revolution
Artificial intelligence can create new experiences and help retain customer loyalty in the convenience channel.

Don Longo
10/7/2024
Taking Cues to Elevate the Customer Experience
The 30th annual Ideas 2 Go presentation at the NACS Show spotlighted seven innovative retail locations.

Don Longo
9/15/2024
Will Promos Be Enough to Lift Sales Out of the Doldrums?
Stressed-out consumers are cutting back across the board.

Don Longo