Tactics for Creating an Engaging Customer ExperienceA 2025 Outstanding Independents Summit panel provided insights and practical strategies small operators can implement today. Technology-Minded Leaders Get the SpotlightHall of Fame inductee Kevin Smartt and Retailer Executive of the Year Greg Parker have not shied away from cutting-edge innovation. Why Convenience Store & Retail Fuel Pricing Need More Than Competitive Data An operator's biggest pricing opponent could be the data they are not using. Weigel's Arcade Hits 1M-Plus Plays The platform was created to bring more value and fun to the convenience retailer's loyalty program. Global Partners Debuts All-In-One Digital Experience Bee's Knees Benefits enhances the loyalty and digital experience across the company's family of brands. CITGO Enhances Its Club CITGO Loyalty Program Premier Status members can double their regular savings at the pump. Rocket Convenience Stores Boosts Digital Presence A collaboration with Lula Commerce will enhance operational efficiency at 600-plus locations. Weigel's Honored for Customer Engagement Initiatives A platinum win for the chain's NIL partnership highlights the retailer's connection with the communities it serves. EG America Unwraps New EV Charging Station The site, which debuted at a Cumberland Farms in Alabama, was funded by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs. Circle K Earns Technology Honors in Europe The retailer launched an AI-powered digital people platform and opened its first EV charging-only location there. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last
