Don Longo

Editorial Director Emeritus
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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

10/03/2021

FriendShip Sets Goal of Being Ohio’s No. 1 Convenience Store

The foodservice-focused retailer is making an impact in the competitive Columbus market.
09/07/2021

Casey's General Stores Enhances Breakfast Menu

The additions are paired with a new fresh-brewed, bean-to-cup coffee program and the retailer's iconic breakfast pizza.
08/23/2021

Ready, Set, Go

Pent-up demand for in-person connections should fuel a vibrant NACS Show.
08/02/2021

Message to Small Operators: Don’t Despair

The pandemic affected smaller retailers more than others.
06/28/2021

Convenience Store News Launches Curbside Delivery Survey Ahead of Annual Foodservice Conference

The study aims to look at how c-stores utilize curbside delivery and how it is affecting the industry.
06/23/2021

The NACS Show Is Back

The convenience store industry's premier expo is ready to resume course with few restrictions.
06/10/2021

The Business Case for Diversity & Inclusion

Convenience Store News and Altria launch a new platform for discussion, innovation, engagement and action.
06/16/2021

COVID-19's Continuing Impact on the Convenience Store Shopper

A new study suggests that c-stores face long-term threats in post-pandemic America.
05/25/2021

The Summer of the Road Trip?

Vaccine optimism and still-cautious consumers could lead to breakout year for summer car travel.
04/21/2021

Solving the Post-Pandemic Foodservice Riddle

CFX will explore how c-stores are rebuilding their prepared foods business.