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May 2024

May 2024

This issue we're diving into foodservice with a look at preliminary NACS State of the Industry Data for one of the hottest categories in the convenience channel. Check out what a celebrity chef has to say about convenience stores, and find out what consumers are saying about your stores (and if they're in a better mood!). 

Features

Caught Red-Handed

C-stores use a mix of old-fashioned techniques and new technology to limit internal theft.

A C-Store’s Heartbeat

Managers are the heart of the store, and retailers are finding the best ways to attract and retain them.

A Parting of the Clouds

Drivers continue to feel better about the economy, and they are looking for retailers who best understand their needs.

A Celebrity Chef’s Creative Ways to Elevate Foodservice

Chef Andrew Zimmern talks simple upgrades to food offerings that will impress customers.

Cultivating C-Store Jobs Into Careers of Choice

The NCCRRC offers an action plan for how convenience retailers can attract prospective employees.

Creating C-Store Leaders of the Future

Ready Training Online helps customize your c-store training program to set managers on the path to success.

Foodservice Sales Stack Up

Convenience foodservice categories add another win as all foodservice categories increase in sales and gross profit dollars.

How To Build and Grow Your Culture

Every company has a culture—but is it the one you want?

Departments

By the Numbers

The Top 10 In-Store Categories

These companies combine to account for nearly 45,000 stores.

Category Close-Up

Thirst Quenchers

Packaged beverages remain key for c-stores as innovation beckons consumers.

Convenience Cares

Love’s Field Opened at University of Oklahoma

The $37 million softball stadium that Love’s helped build opened on March 1.

From the Editor

Winning With Foodservice

"I’m all in on this pivot toward foodservice."

Gas Station Gourmet

Family Focus Helps Deli Flourish

At Blake's Deli, seafood specials and southern cooking attract customers.

Ideas 2 Go

The Comforts of Home

Compass Travel Center offers European food delights and a focus on trucker amenities.

Inside Washington

State-Level Advocacy Bolsters Industry Impact

The NACS government relations team and state associations work together for the good of the industry.

One Voice: Tony Miller

This month, NACS talks to Tony Miller, executive vice president, Delek US

NACS News

Go Deep With the State of the Industry Data Archive Subscription

NACS members can get access to up to 10 years of exclusive data from over 27,000 convenience stores.

Helping to Build Leaders

NACS Executive Education offers a range of classes at elite universities.

Coming Soon: NACS 24/7 Day

Held on July 24, NACS is preparing for the sixth annual 24/7 Day to celebrate local heroes who work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week helping others in the community.

The Big Question

The Big Question: Sarah Kalloch, Executive Director, Good Jobs Institute
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November 2024

November 2024

The bar has been set. The 2024 NACS Show was record-breaking, with 26,124 total attendees (8.5% higher than 2023) who came to Las Vegas for another amazing industry-specific event. We're capturing NACS Show highlights in this issue of NACS Magazine, and focusing on top issues facing convenience retail: staffing, safe stores, the FDA traceability rule, and the transition to 2D barcodes. 
October 2024

October 2024

Get ready to explore our biggest issue of the year! Inside you'll find that nearly every aspect of convenience retailing is covered. Learn more about reaching new customers, what's exciting and new for beer caves and other in-store merchandise, as well as a unique look at creating more parking spaces for semi-trucks at your locations. There's something for everyone inside this issue of NACS Magazine!
September 2024

September 2024

The 2024 NACS Show will be here before you know it. Now's the time to plan your NACS Show experience, beginning with useful tips we've curated from industry veterans and NACS staff. You'll also find information on new ideas for merchandising, Sunrise 2027, and how to recruit, train and retain neurodiverse employees. Check out all the great ideas inside this pre-NACS Show issue of NACS Magazine! 
August 2024

August 2024

Arguably, convenience stores own the packaged beverages space. So when it comes to innovation, this channel is where customers are excited to see what's new and unique for quenching their thirst, as well as curiousity. "Beyond Taste" gives you a glimpse at how are emerging beverages are creating experiences for your customers. We're also giving you a first look at what's to come in October at the 2024 NACS Show, and a recap of the NACS Convenience Summit Europe. Explore all that's inside this issue of NACS Magazine. 
July 2024

July 2024

Get a closer look at the forecourt—from overall design to the current state of fuels, this issue looks at it all. Also, checkout the latest insights from the NACS Consumer Survey on what drivers think about your food offer.
June 2024

June 2024

Find exclusive coverage of all the insights and data revealed at the 2024 NACS State of the Industry Summit in this issue of NACS Magazine. From prepared food to operational and financial peformance, we're recapping a record year of inside sales in 2023, as well as what to keep an eye on the remainder of this year. 
April 2024

April 2024

Summer road trips are on the horizon, and we share how convenience stores are gearing up to be the ultimate one-stop shop. Also, check out “What Consumers Say about Prices, Crime and C-Store Jobs” with the latest survey results from the 2024 NACS Consumer Survey. Read more—from optimal team uniforms to protecting your EV charging station from vandals—this April issue is packed with industry insights.
March 2024

March 2024

In this issue, we focus on foodservice, and delve into navigating food recalls, food packaging sustainability and stackability and how cookies can change the game. Also, check out the Top 100 retailers list and how to prepare for the upcoming once-in-a-lifetime solar eclipse.
February 2024

February 2024

This issue is dedicated to industry advocacy, highlighting various ways your voice can be heard. Additionally, we dive deep into the state of data tools in convenience as well as the number of c-stores in the country—which has grown for the second consecutive year.
January 2024

January 2024

In this issue, we navigate the Conexxus Roadmap and how technology will reshape the c-store landscape, discuss the importance of food safety and discover trends behind the modern nicotine consumer.
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