CStore Decisions

CStore Decisions

Offering c-store retailers, suppliers and distributors news and product info to stay abreast of industry trends.

  1. BP — Thorntons, ampm, TravelCenters of America — Podcast

    3 DAGE SIDEN

    BP — Thorntons, ampm, TravelCenters of America — Podcast

    Derek Gaskins, head of guest experience, bp convenience & mobility, discusses bp and its c-store banners Thorntons, ampm and TravelCenters of America and gives us the inside scoop on what’s happening at the brands from foodservice to technology to bp’s Epic Goods private label program to new-to-industry stores. Register for the Oct. 2 Young Executive Power Hour: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/_01QOWOTTcKmywc7fUqoCg Retailer Registration for Oct. 15 Chain of the Year Event: https://cstoredecisions.com/2025-chain-of-the-year

    34 min.
  2. YATCO PODCAST

    18. JUL.

    YATCO PODCAST

    CStore Decisions speaks with Hussein Yatim, VP, Yatco, and second generation of the family business about the chain's aggressive growth plans to scale from 13 to 19 company-operated stores in 2025 and then to 30. Yatim shares the story of how the family business began as well as how the chain is innovating in terms of foodservice, technology, remodels and more.

    50 min.
  3. Loop Neighborhood & Poppy Market Podcast

    18. JUN.

    Loop Neighborhood & Poppy Market Podcast

    In this episode, we’re joined by Pervez Pir, president of retail for Loop Neighborhood Marketplace, who offers an inside look at the company’s Loop Neighborhood and Poppy Market banners. Based in California, the chain recently expanded with the acquisition of 11 stores from National Petroleum. From foodservice innovation and car wash services to cutting-edge technology, Pir shares what’s driving the brand forward today.

    36 min.
  4. Green Valley Grocery

    20. MAJ

    Green Valley Grocery

    Amanda Yaw, director of marketing for Green Valley Grocery talks about the chain's growth plans and areas of focus from foodservice and technology to new-to-industry stores.

    28 min.
  5. Country Fair Celebrates 60 Years, Opens Flagship Store

    17. APR.

    Country Fair Celebrates 60 Years, Opens Flagship Store

    Steve Seymour and Stacy Kline from Country Fair discuss the chain’s new flagship store, — which is its biggest location and first city market concept — as well as Country Fair’s 60th anniversary year, how the chain is investing in its company culture and its earned wage access program for employees. From the company history to foodservice and technology initiatives to goals for the future, this podcast deep-dives into the Country Fair convenience store chain.

    39 min.
  6. H&S Energy & Power Market

    17. MAR.

    H&S Energy & Power Market

    With the second-generation of the family active in management of the company, and fresh off a major acquisition that more than doubles its footprint while adding vertical integration opportunities, H&S Energy has its sights set on continued growth. Today, H&S Energy operates more than 260 stores in California, Oregon and Nevada. The company currently operates under the proprietary banners Power Market, as well as Pinnacle 365, and it’s also an Extra Mile franchisee.

    46 min.
  7. Major Oil Plans 500-Store Growth

    14. FEB.

    Major Oil Plans 500-Store Growth

    Major Itule, CEO of Major Oil, discusses his plans to grow to more than 500 locations. His new concept includes autonomous Convenience Store Portable Above Ground Stations (CPAGs) that take days to build for a fraction of the cost of a traditional convenience store. With the first station opening later this year, he aspires to introduce five to 10 locations per month in 2026. Learn the ins and outs of the unique concept, how it's constructed, how the technology works, the offerings inside the store and the vision behind the new concept.

    46 min.
  8. Chestnut Market Talks Retail Is Detail, Store Remodels, Foodservice, Loyalty And So Much More

    16. JAN.

    Chestnut Market Talks Retail Is Detail, Store Remodels, Foodservice, Loyalty And So Much More

    It’s been five years since Chestnut Petroleum Distributors began aligning its fleet of stores under the Chestnut Market banner. Now, with more visibility in its marketplace, Chestnut Market is mastering execution and consistency with help from its Retail Is Detail program while growing through remodels and new store builds. It’s also making bold strides with a stronger focus on food and the imminent launch of its new mobile app and loyalty program. Today, the chain operates approximately 75 company-operated convenience stores in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, and it’s also a major distributor for Exxon Mobil, Shell, bp, Gulf and Irving, supplying fuel to about 230 locations in the Tri-State area. Now, with the second generation of the family business taking on leadership roles, the chain has its sights set on continuing to expand its footprint in the Tri-State area.

    1 t. 7 min.
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