Convenience Store Decisions

Convenience Store Decisions focuses on connecting with key decision-makers, including top executives, corporate managers, and regional and category managers in both multi-unit chains and independent convenience stores. These professionals are dedicated to understanding the latest trends and preferences of their customers. They are the ones responsible for selecting the brands and products that meet their clients' demands for quick service, high quality, and convenience.

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Parkland CEO Bob Espey to Step Down

1 week ago | cstoredecisions.com | Kevin McIntyre

Parkland has announced that Bob Espey, current president and CEO, will resign from his position. This announcement comes just two weeks after the company’s largest shareholder, Simpson Oil, called for his removal. Michael Jennings, former chair of the board, will assume the role of executive chair. “Serving as Parkland’s CEO has been the opportunity of a lifetime. I want to thank the entire Parkland team — past and present — for their incredible dedication and drive.
Sheetz Earns 'Coolest Thing Made in PA' Title for MTO Menu

1 week ago | cstoredecisions.com | Kevin McIntyre

The Sheetz made-to-order (MTO) menu has been voted the “Coolest Thing Made in PA” for 2025 by Pennsylvania Chamber voters, edging out the iconic Crayola Crayons in the final round to take home the title. “We are honored and so grateful to be named the ‘Coolest Thing in Pennsylvania,’” said Sheetz Executive Vice President of Marketing and Supply Chain Ryan Sheetz.
Graham Cultivates Growth at TXB

1 week ago | cstoredecisions.com | Emily Boes

While operating a successful human resources (HR) program in a convenience store involves many factors, TXB Director of Human Resources (HR) Nathan Graham especially takes pride in prioritizing employee development. “Watching people grow in their roles while knowing that you had a hand in their training brings so much pride to my life,” said Graham. “There are always people I shout out when asked, ‘Who helped you along the way?’ I want to use my position and be that person for somebody else.
How Dash In Cultivated Its People-First Culture

1 week ago | cstoredecisions.com | Kevin McIntyre

As c-store retailers deal with inflation, economic uncertainty and an always-changing regulatory landscape, it is now more important than ever to hire and retain employees they can rely on. Doing so, however, is no small feat. It takes work to build a culture in which employees feel valued, supported and motivated. One c-store operator that can serve as a shining example is Dash In, owned by the Wills Group.
Yesway Opens Four New-to-Industry Allsup's Locations

1 week ago | cstoredecisions.com | Kevin McIntyre

Yesway opened four new Allsup’s locations in New Mexico and Oklahoma in the first quarter of 2025 — a move that builds on its previously-announced growth initiatives. In February, the company shared with CStore Decisions its plans to significantly leverage the Allsup’s brand in its store network. As part of this strategy, Yesway plans to divest certain stores that no longer match its identity and reinvest the proceeds in key locations, namely ones under the Allsup’s banner in the Southwest.
Dabboussi Directs Progress at Yatco

1 week ago | cstoredecisions.com | Emily Boes

Yasmin Dabboussi, director of human resources (HR) and operations at Yatco, has spent the last 13 years watching the chain’s front-line employees take ownership of their stores and connect with each of their customers. “For me, it’s always great when you’ve hired great staff, and we’ve watched them grow from being a sales associate to the manager role and just watched their skills increase year over year,” she said. “It used to be just about pumping the gas. It’s not that anymore.
Parker's Kitchen Opens 100th Location

2 weeks ago | cstoredecisions.com | Kevin McIntyre

Savannah, Ga.-based Parker’s Kitchen has officially joined the 100-store club with the opening of its newest location in Summerville, S.C. This marks Parker’s fourth new c-store of the year. “Reaching 100 stores is the result of nearly 50 years of dedication, hard work and passion — and we couldn’t have done it without our incredible team,” wrote Ted Sadowski, senior vice president at Parker’s, in a social media post.
Tech Tools: Reshaping Recruitment

2 weeks ago | cstoredecisions.com | Emily Boes

Year after year, hiring and retention remain two of the largest hurdles c-store retailers must overcome. With advancing technology altering the retail sector and the c-store space more quickly with each new innovation, recruitment and onboarding processes have been given a shake-up over the last decade, and it’s only going to continue.
Parkland's Top Shareholder Pushes for Leadership Changes

2 weeks ago | cstoredecisions.com | Kevin McIntyre

Parkland Corp. recently revealed that Simpson Oil, which owns approximately 19.8% of Parkland’s outstanding shares, is planning to nominate nine independent directors for Parkland’s board. Simpson also urged the board to begin the process of replacing current CEO Bob Espey.
Employee Engagement - Part Two

2 weeks ago | cstoredecisions.com | Emily Boes

Retention, particularly of effective employees, is and likely will remain one of convenience stores’ ongoing challenges. While it seems that staffing trends are positive so far in 2025, c-store chains cannot take their foot off the gas pedal when it comes to prioritizing efforts to hire and keep the best employees for the job. Focusing on engagement strategies is a great way to ensure employees are invested in their work. “Everyone loves to win.