CSNews Editor-in-Chief Named Finalist in Journalism Competition

JERSEY CITY, N.J. -- Convenience Store News Editor-in-Chief Don Longo is a finalist in the 2013 Azbee Awards competition. Administrated by the American Society of Business Press Editors (ASBPE), the Azbee Awards recognize the hard work and commitment of business-to-business and professional magazine, newsletter and web editors and designers.

“Such an award is a most prestigious acknowledgement that your work has met high standards of excellence and is at the top of your profession,” according to ASBPE. “The Society’s contest is extremely competitive, and one of the largest U.S. business publication competitions.”

As a finalist, Longo is eligible to win a regional Gold, Silver or Bronze award in the Best Editorial/Editor’s Letter category. Longo’s editorial, “VIEWPOINT: Real Leadership Is More Than a Pithy Catchphrase,” appeared in the July 2, 2012 issue of Convenience Store News.

The 2013 Azbee Awards will be presented in national and regional ceremonies in July.