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

2/13/2018
Four Reasons Why Hispanics Are Lucrative C-store Shoppers
Only Mexico has a larger Hispanic population than the United States.

Don Longo
2/7/2018
TWIC Celebrates Women’s Advancement in C-store Industry
Led by Allison Moran, 2018 Advisory Board will take program to new heights.

Don Longo
2/5/2018
Meet Hot Beverages Innovator of the Year: Cumberland Farms
Judges said this retailer “makes a mean cup of coffee.”

Don Longo
1/17/2018
Income Inequality Narrative Turns to CEOs
Government affairs expert warns retailers to expect state action in CEO pay.

Don Longo
1/16/2018
CSNews Names 2018 Category Captains Honorees
Twelve c-store suppliers earn recognition for outstanding category management initiatives.

Don Longo
1/8/2018
Twice Daily Serving Up 'Truly Healthy Foods'
Options fueled by alliances with The Partnership for a Healthier America and ESSTAR.

Don Longo
1/7/2018
New Year, New Look for Convenience Store News
Our new look matches the continued evolution of the convenience retail market.

Don Longo
1/7/2018
8 Consumer Trends for 2018
These trends will drive many of the business decisions convenience store operators make in the coming months.

Don Longo
12/28/2017
Looking Back, Looking Ahead
Here are some trends to watch for in 2018.

Don Longo
12/17/2017
Meet Prepared Foods Innovator of the Year: Holiday Stationstores
Minnesota-based retailer upped its game this year.

Don Longo