Small Operator

Scott Petroleum Exits Convenience & Fuel Retailing Industry

C&S Fuels LLC will pick up the company's offices, bulk plants and 12 convenience stores.
Krispy Krunchy Chicken

As the pandemic recedes and customers return to their normal routine, businesses could use a tasty breakfast menu to win back the morning daypart. Krispy Krunchy® is introducing their Sunrise Breakfast program, complete with delicious breakfast sandwiches and other easy-to-serve items.

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The State of the Small Operator: Bouncing Back

After a difficult pandemic-depressed year, the convenience store industry’s single-store owners and small chains are bullish on 2021, but some plan to throw in the towel.
7-Eleven Franchisees Report Staffing Challenges

In a recent survey, 92 percent of respondents said they had increased their hourly pay rate over the past year.
Foxtrot Market Pursuing Expansion in Store Count, Geographic Footprint & Location Size

The Chicago-based chain of 13 convenience stores is looking to add 50 locations over the next two years.
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Banking on Voltaren®

The #1 Doctor Recommended topical pain relief brand is now available in a 20g SKU just for c-stores. Add Voltaren® to your lineup and attract a new pool of shoppers to your aisles. Find out more when you view the latest CSNews animated product spotlight.
Labor Shortage Forces Alaska C-store to Shutter

Hammer & Wikan hopes to reopen if it can hire a new manager and workers.
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Optimal Customer Engagement Requires Consistency

Use one technology partner to maximize brand consistency.
Pride Stores Seeks Buyer for Its 31 C-stores

CEO Robert Bolduc says he will know in six to eight weeks if he will sell and who the buyer will be.
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Anheuser-Busch Beyond Beer

Go Beyond Beer to activate category growth by inviting new 21+ drinkers with on-trend, sessionable hard beverages.
TravelCenters of America's TA Express Format Expands to Another State

A new site in Ronks, Pa., is a franchised location formerly known as Lancaster Travel Plaza.
Snappy's Convenience Stores Introduces Several Measures in Effort to Drive More Hires

The "Rock that Bonus" program gives new hires half their bonus after six months and the remainder after a full year.
Thoughtful, Consistent Marketing Is a Must-Do for Small Operators

Retailers should carve out dedicated time on a weekly or daily basis to market their stores.
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How a Frontline Workforce Orchestration Platform Sets the Stage for C-Store Success

A mobile frontline workforce orchestration platform is the key to increasing c-store staff retention and delivering a quality customer experience that bolsters customer loyalty and the bottom line. Learn more here.

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