Danielle Romano

New York

Managing Editor at Convenience Store News

Managing Editor at EnsembleIQ

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Fourth of July Week Travel Expected to Set Another Record

5 days ago | csnews.com | Danielle Romano

INRIX, a provider of transportation data and insights, expects Wednesday, July 2, and Sunday, July 6, to be the busiest days on the road. Afternoon hours will be the most congested. Although drivers are seeing some increases at the pump, summer gas prices are still the lowest they've been since 2021. This year, the price of crude oil has kept gas prices on the lower side. The Israel/Iran conflict has driven up the price of oil in recent days but not dramatically.
Study: Scaling Back DEI Initiatives Comes With Risks

1 week ago | csnews.com | DEI Efforts |Danielle Romano

"This isn't about politics or buzzwords — it's about what's best for people and for business, today and in the future of work," said Alixandra Pollack, vice president and head of solution development at Catalyst. "Leaders and employees agree that respectful, unbiased treatment and equitable access to opportunity should be organizational priorities, and younger workers and women in particular are saying loud and clear: fairness and inclusion isn't optional.
Tactics for Creating an Engaging Customer Experience

1 week ago | csnews.com | Danielle Romano

"Really think about what the job is the customer is doing when they come into your location and how can you provide the best experience," she posed. "They have so many choices, not just convenience stores, but other channels. So, getting them to come back again and again isn't just about products, but the value you bring to them.
The Roux Hosts Summer Reading Program

1 week ago | csnews.com | Danielle Romano

Skip to main content The grand prize drawing will be announced Sept. 29. "This program isn't just about reading — it's about confidence, creativity and making the gas station a destination for discovery," said Mohammed Abdallah, partner at The Roux. Parents and guardians can visit www.therouxstore.com or www.roopsterroux.com to explore suggested sports books titles and find participating locations.
Weigel's Arcade Hits 1M-Plus Plays

2 weeks ago | csnews.com | Danielle Romano

"This milestone is a reflection of how guests want to engage with our brand — not just at the pump or in-store, but wherever they are," said Jessica Starnes, director of loyalty.
7-Eleven Caters to Consumers' Cravings With New Menu Items

2 weeks ago | csnews.com | Danielle Romano

IRVING, Texas — 7-Eleven Inc. doesn't want guests' cravings to break the bank this summer, so it's turning up the heat with the Craveables Value Menu. The promotional lineup is available at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes locations nationwide. [Read more: 7-Eleven Joins the Action for Next Chapter of Film Franchise]
NACS Announces Scholarship Honoring Square One Markets CEO

2 weeks ago | csnews.com | Danielle Romano

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The NACS Foundation is honoring the late Square One Markets CEO with the Lisa Dell'Alba Convenience Industry Leadership Scholarship. The scholarship was funded by industry peers and friends to honor the passion and commitment Dell'Alba had for mentoring future leaders within the convenience and fuel retailing industry. Dell'Alba, who was president and CEO of Square One Markets Inc., was very active in NACS.
Weigel's Honored for Customer Engagement Initiatives

2 weeks ago | csnews.com | Danielle Romano

"We've built a loyalty program that's grounded in people first — our guests, our team members and our partners," said Jessica Starnes, director of loyalty.
Accelerate Your Career From Job-Doer to Problem Solver

2 weeks ago | csnews.com | Danielle Romano

Instead, stepping beyond your role and positioning yourself as a leader and strategic partner who proactively solves problems and drives organizational success can secure promotions, pay raises and leadership roles faster. To have this kind of career trajectory, Goodman laid out the following framework:Develop the mindset of a future leader by seeing yourself not just as a contributor, but as a key driver of solutions and success.
RaceTrac Adds New Fuel Payment Option for Truck Drivers

2 weeks ago | csnews.com | Danielle Romano

"We're thrilled about teaming up with RaceTrac, a company that's known for exceptional service," said Rich Taute, vice president of sales at QuikQ. "This partnership increases QuikQ's fueling network and provides carriers with even greater convenience and flexibility."QuikQ card users wanting to maximize their RaceTrac experience can download the RaceTrac Rewards loyalty app for exclusive professional driver perks. Likewise, participating RaceTrac locations have been added to the QuikQ Drive app.