Author Profile | Convenience Store News

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

09/19/2023

NACS Show Reflects a Changing Industry

There's no better place to explore the many trends impacting the c-store business.

08/16/2023

How Does ChatGPT View the Future of AI in Convenience Retailing?

Operators need to embrace artificial intelligence to stay competitive in the fast-changing retail landscape.

07/17/2023

Best CFX Ever

Retailers are the reason the Convenience Foodservice Exchange shines every year.

06/16/2023

Grow or Die Still a Retail Mantra

Merger-and-acquisition activity is on the upswing in the c-store industry.

05/15/2023

Reduced In-Store Dining Will Backfire on Fast-Feeders

C-stores would be wise to expand indoor and outdoor dining options.

04/19/2023

In Memoriam

We mourn the passing of six industry greats.

03/20/2023

The Tipping Point

Is there a place for tipping convenience store foodservice workers?

02/17/2023

Making Foodservice Your Center Stage

This is the year to elevate your foodservice program to be the crown jewel of your store.

01/24/2023

A Legacy Like None Other

Don Zietlow is the humble genius behind Kwik Trip's success.

01/12/2023

Casey's Marketing Chief to Keynote 2023 Convenience Foodservice Exchange

Nashville will serve as the backdrop for Convenience Store News' eighth-annual experiential foodservice event.