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January 2026

January 2026

Welcome to our new NACS President and CEO Frank Gleeson! Find out more about Gleeson and his vision for the future of NACS and the industry, as well as a look at what could drive convenience in 2026. 

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Features

2026: What Will Power Convenience in the Year Ahead

New products and tech developments are redefining experience-driven retail. Plus, Labubu.

Frank Gleeson Is Ready for His New Role

NACS President and CEO Frank Gleeson talks leadership and what’s next for the industry.

Inside the Battle to Save Hemp Beverages

‘The sky’s the limit’ for this category—but acting now is critical.

Small Operator, Big Ideas

Retailers are employing creative, high-impact strategies to attract customers that don’t break the bank.

Departments

Gas Station Gourmet

A Mom-and-Pop Store Finds the Right Recipe

Pepperoni rolls and ‘Roundhill round steak’ help The Corner Market stay a step ahead of the competition.

Inside Washington

Gleeson's Take on NACS Advocacy

Frank Gleeson, the new president and CEO of NACS, is an experienced advocate for the industry.

Category Close-Up

Nicotine Pouches Pull Ahead

Consumers continue to show that they are interested in backbar alternatives.

Faces of the Industry

‘The Disney World of Quick Serve’

How Chef Jason Lord of Alltown Fresh found a home in the convenience retail industry.

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April 2026

Point-of-sale systems, agentic AI, global tech trends...this month's issue covers the ideas and innovations transpiring in the technology space. As you read this issue, keep one question in mind: What problem are you trying to solve for? Look no further than tech for a solution. 

April 2025

Welcome to our annual technology-focused issue. "Putting the AI in Retail" highlights the pervasive nature of AI, comparing it to electricity in its ubiquity and potential to infiltrate everyday life and operations. Find out how various c-store operators of all size are approaching AI, as well as the timing of AI investments. No doubt AI's integration into convenience stores will be a topic of discussion for years to come—and in NACS Magazine. 
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