7-Eleven seeks bold new products for 2026 Brands with Heart Showcase
The program gives emerging CPG brands a chance to shine in 7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes stores nationwide
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FEMSA names Jose Antonio Fernández Garza-Lagüera CEO
Through its OXXO brand, FEMSA is expanding internationally, including recent moves into the United States convenience-store market.
Wawa names Doug Martin as CMO
At Wawa, Martin will oversee brand, advertising, marketing, loyalty, consumer insights, and store design.
NACS opposes FDA proposal to cut nicotine levels
NACS is pushing back against the FDA’s plan to slash nicotine levels, warning the move would spark illicit trade and devastate small retailers.
Weigel’s Roadtrip 2025 campaign drives record loyalty engagement
The campaign, fronted by mascot Ellie & the Camper, sparked strong growth across the retailer’s loyalty ecosystem.
7-Eleven kicks off football season with tailgate-worthy deals
From new Nashville Hot Wings to Italian Chicken Rollers, customers can stop by 7-Eleven® for game day favorites at a value that wins every time.
Instacart Carrot Ads coming to 3,500 convenience stores via Vroom Delivery
Vroom Delivery will integrate Instacart’s ad technology, allowing small- and mid-sized convenience retailers to tap into retail media campaigns from more than 7,500 brand advertisers.
Maverik rolls out Piston’s cardless fueling at 800+ sites
With Piston, drivers initiate transactions via secure QR or authorization codes, eliminating physical card workflows.
AZ Candy Stand launches new candy line in 400+ Arizona Circle K stores
The move builds on the momentum of AZ Lemonade Stand’s successful rollout in Albertsons and Safeway stores.
Casey’s reports 19.5% net income growth in Q1
Casey’s said its previously disclosed fiscal 2026 outlook remains unchanged.
RaceTrac to buy Potbelly in $566 million all-cash deal
With Potbelly, RaceTrac gains a national restaurant chain with operations in 30 states, strengthening its push into foodservice.
Jebb Maginnis of Creative Data Research named CDA’s 2025 Dean of the Industry
Maginnis, based in Covington, La., started his career in the convenience store industry working with his father in the family’s wholesale fuel distribution and convenience store business.
7-Eleven launches Bring Your Own Cup Slurpee promo
Celebrate BYOC Day on September 13 with two new Slurpee drink flavors at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes stores
Love’s, Buc-ee’s, Poppy Market, RaceTrac and Stewart’s expand nationwide
From Texas to Idaho, California to Florida and New York, leading retailers expand.
Circle K enhances digital payments with Relay partnership
Drivers can now use Relay to purchase fuel, DEF, and in-store items directly at Circle K.
Circle K names new director of retail media
Circle K has so far stayed silent on its retail media plans, but this appointment suggests it may be ready to expand its efforts.