Three Takeaways From the 2024 Conexxus Annual ConferenceIn addition to the fundamentals, artificial intelligence and digital engagement remain hot topics in retail technology circles. Retailers Prepare for Near-Record Memorial Day TravelAAA: Nearly 44 million travelers will head out over the holiday weekend as gas prices hold steady. Nominations Open for Convenience Store News' 2024 Future Leaders in Convenience Awards Individuals working for convenience store retailers, distributors and suppliers may be nominated through June 21. Industry Groups React to Proposed Debit Swipe Fee Changes Multiple retailer associations view potential revisions by the Federal Reserve as a first step, not a complete solution. Innovative New Products Honored at Annual Sweets & Snacks Expo Thirteen winners were chosen from more than 300 submissions. Coalition of Virginia C-stores Halt Lottery Sales in Protest of Skill Games Ban The boycott could mean the loss of $2.3 million in daily revenue for the state. Royal Farms Thanks Frontline Health Care Workers Hospitals across Maryland will receive coupons for complimentary coffee at any of the retailer's locations. Research Finds Gender Equity in Advertising Leads to Sales Lift Younger consumers have higher expectations for accurate portrayals of women in advertising. Finding What Works, What Doesn't & Moving Forward Loop Neighborhood Markets' CEO talks finding success and failing with new initiatives at the 2024 Conexxus Annual Conference. Retailers Ask Judge to Reject Swipe Fee Settlement National Retail Federation calls proposed temporary reduction in fees "a drop in the bucket." First Previous 8 9 10 11 12 Next Last