Hot dogs and tornados continue to provide chains with inexpensive, labor-friendly meal solutions that allow store operators to expand their fresh food offering. By Howard Riell, Associate Editor. One of the most maligned pieces of equipment in all of foodservice—the roller grill—remains the backbone of many convenience store foodservice programs, offering an inexpensive, labor-friendly way…
Choosing the Perfect Pizza Program
Whether going with a branded option or developing a proprietary menu, pizza appeals to a wide variety of pallets. By Howard Riell, Associate Editor. Everybody loves pizza, but which pizza? And what will it take to get it to your customers? These are the kinds of questions convenience store operators need to ask themselves…
Pilot Flying J To Offer Workout Centers, Gym Memberships
“Pilot Flying J understands the challenge professional drivers face in maintaining a healthy lifestyle while on the road,” says Pilot Flying J CEO. Flying J Travel Centers is set to offer professional drivers an easy in, easy out workout concept through a partnership with Rolling Strong and Snap Fitness, a franchisor of 24/7 express fitness…
Ricker Oil Selects Eby-Brown as Wholesale Distributor
“Eby’s customer-centric philosophy is in perfect alignment with what we do at every one of our stores,” says president of Ricker Oil. Ricker Oil has selected Naperville, Ill.-based Eby-Brown to provide distribution services to its 50 Ricker’s store locations in the Indiana market. For over 30 years, Ricker’s has provided the central Indiana region with…
NCR’s Acquisition of Radiant Systems Nears Completion
NCR looks to effect a “short-form” merger under Georgia law, allowing it to complete the acquisition of Radiant Systems this week. NCR Corp. expects its acquisition of Radiant Systems to close this Wednesday, Aug. 24. The company announced it has successfully completed its cash tender offer through its wholly owned subsidiary, Ranger Acquisition Corp. for…
7-Eleven Expands Email Security
Email encryption from Zix Corp. helps 7-Eleven protect partner relationships. 7-Eleven Inc. has signed a three year agreement with Zix Corp., a provider of email encryption services, marking the third multi-year agreement between the two companies. 7-Eleven began using ZixCorp Email Encryption Services in 2004, sending secure email to partners through ZixGateway, a policy-based email…
Rutter’s Takes No. 2 Spot in Top 100 Private Companies
“We believe strongly in our business model, so we have been investing in new stores and remodeling existing stores,” says CEO of Rutter’s Holdings Inc. Rutter’s Holdings Inc. advanced its spot on the Central Penn Business Journal’s 2011 list of Top 100 Private Companies, rising to No. 2, the company announced today. Posting $585 million…
Departing Pantry CEO To Head Hooters
“I am thrilled to be returning to Atlanta and am very excited to be joining the Hooters team,” says Terrance Marks. Terrance Marks, president and CEO of The Pantry, who this week announced his resignation from the chain of 1,650 c-stores, is set to take the helm as president and CEO of Hooters of America…
Customers Take Coffee Personally
Convenience stores are expanding their brew programs and condiment offerings, allowing guests to customize each cup. By Heather Henstock, Contributing Editor. Jerry Weiner watched in awe as a customer crafted coffee to her specification at a Rutter’s Farm Store. She combined three coffee varieties in her cup and added at least five different creamer flavors…
Weigel’s Marks A Milestone with Aggressive Expansion Plans
As it celebrates its 80th anniversary, the Knoxville, Tenn., chain is opening new stores, embracing an expanded foodservice program and investing in cutting-edge technology. By Erin Rigik, associate editor. With lofty expansion plans ahead, a focus on foodservice and a strong push to capture the elusive female demographic, Weigel’s Inc. is poised to make a…