Operations
McCain Foods taps PepsiCo exec as chief manufacturing and operations officer
McCain Foods confirmed the hiring of Victoriano Perez Mies as Chief Manufacturing and Operations Officer, who previously worked at PepsiCo for nearly two decades.
3 Big Numbers: The biggest winners in Couche-Tard’s Q1
Convenience store giant Couche-Tard reported its first-quarter results for fiscal 2027, with total revenue up over 25% year-over-year and U.S. same-store merchandise revenue growing 1.7%. Energy drink sales increased over 10%, food service accounted for 13.2% of merchandise sales, and cigarette sales outperformed the industry by 400 basis points. This article interprets its growth strategy through three key numbers.
BP names new chair 3 months after ousting predecessor
BP announced on Wednesday the appointment of Ian Tyler as chairman, effective immediately. Tyler joined BP's board in April 2025 and became interim chairman in May after former chairman Albert Manifold was removed over oversight and conduct issues. Following an extensive search of internal and external candidates, BP has formally confirmed Tyler as the permanent successor.
Is Buc-ee’s momentum slowing?
According to Numerator data, Buc-ee's annual foot traffic has doubled compared to 2019, but household penetration has slightly decreased from 33.5% to 33.3%, and the number of households purchasing private-label products has dropped by 3 million. Amid expansion and competitive pressures, its growth momentum shows signs of slowing.
Albertsons offers higher fuel savings through deal with Chevron
Albertsons and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. recently announced that consumers can combine fuel rewards accumulated in both companies' membership programs to enjoy higher discounts at Chevron-branded stations. This collaboration builds on their existing relationship since 2012, and the integration covers regions outside California and Hawaii, with combined discounts up to $1.50 per gallon.
TXB’s new president leads August c-store executive changes
After the peak of executive changes in July, personnel adjustments in the convenience store industry slowed in August. Texas Born (TXB) appointed Nate Brazier as its new president, aiming to drive a doubling of its store count. This article summarizes the major executive changes this month and includes a link to the July review.
Dollar stores gain as Americans stretch budgets
Both major US dollar stores, Dollar General and Dollar Tree, beat expectations in the second quarter, driven by consumers' focus on 'value and affordability'.
Massachusetts c-store debuts Pak Mail shipping service
Pak Mail shipping services have made their debut in a convenience store, located at a Shamrock Market in Springfield, Massachusetts. The location provides UPS, FedEx, and USPS services, along with packing, mailbox rental, and printing and copying. Store owner Prince Patel describes this as adding non-traditional conveniences to the convenience store, while franchisee Rohit Teji notes that the lack of convenient postal services in the area was a key driver.
3 Big Numbers: C-stores get prepped for college football season
The college football season begins this week, and the convenience store industry is capitalizing on the momentum. Jacksons Food Stores is the exclusive retailer of Boise State football trading cards for the fifth consecutive year; Buc-ee's has launched co-branded merchandise with Texas A&M University, debuting at 21 locations; and Loop Neighborhood Market has secured a season sponsorship agreement with UC Berkeley, covering 28 NCAA sports programs.
TXB Appoints Nate Brazier as President, Accelerating Southwest Market Expansion
TXB announced on Wednesday the hiring of convenience store industry veteran Nate Brazier as President. Brazier will join TXB after stepping down as President and CEO of Stinker Stores about three months ago, overseeing daily operations and working closely with CEO Kevin Smartt to drive the company's continued expansion in the American Southwest.