NACS launches Advancing Convenience 2030
The association’s new roadmap calls for stronger global engagement and increased use of data and artificial intelligence.
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C-stores explore new occasions at NACS Show
Retailers and exhibitors explored how convenience stores can meet more shopping needs despite space, staffing, and distribution constraints.
McQuirter takes NACS helm
Reflecting on more than 20 years in the industry, McQuirter identified two competitive advantages: investing in people and maintaining curiosity.
Lonnie McQuirter Named 2026-27 NACS Chairman
He leads an independently owned convenience store in South Minneapolis that is known for its support of locally made products and its commitment to community engagement.
C-stores face mounting pressure from SNAP changes
Convenience retailers face rising costs and complexity from new SNAP stocking rules and state purchase restrictions, prompting calls for more compliance time.
NCSL committee rejects resolution targeting digital pricing technology
The outcome marks a victory for convenience retailers and other merchants investing in digital pricing tools.
Convenience retailers welcome refrigerant rule rollback
NACS, which urged regulators for a less burdensome approach, said the revised policy lets retailers continue using existing refrigeration equipment as scheduled rather than making costly upgrades.
House passes farm bill with key implications for c-stores
A major win for the convenience channel is the bill’s permanent ban on Electronic Benefit Transfer processing fees.
NACS CEO Frank Gleeson on the next phase of c-store growth
In an interview with MMR, NACS CEO Frank Gleeson explains that convenience stores are expanding beyond fuel and tobacco to include food, digital tools, and enhanced in-store experiences as the next phase of growth.
NACS CEO Frank Gleeson on the evolution of convenience retail
In an exclusive interview in the April issue of Mass Market Retailers, NACS CEO Frank Gleeson says the channel is evolving into a more food-forward, digitally driven model.
NACS Foundation launches ‘Convenience Has Heart’ campaign
The campaign highlights the role of convenience stores as community hubs and trusted neighborhood partners.
SNAP restrictions raise implementation issues
USDA guidance leaves ‘candy’ and ‘soda’ undefined, complicating compliance for c-store retailers.
2026 sees slight decrease in convenience store count
Texas continues to lead the nation with 16,504 convenience stores, accounting for more than one in 10 U.S. locations.
Fed moves to ease penny circulation pressures
New actions will reopen suspended coin services at select locations, as the central bank monitors whether further ordering options for pennies are feasible.
NACS welcomes Frank Gleeson as president and CEO
Gleeson’s appointment signifies a historic change for the convenience and fuel retailing industry.
NACS calls for action on retail crime before House Judiciary hearing
NACS noted that crimes at convenience and fuel stations often differ from traditional organized retail theft.