Six violations in 48 months could result in a $10,000 fine. The FDA has issued a one-page fact sheet titled “Overview: Tobacco Retailer Warning Letters.” The fact sheet explains why warning letters are issued to tobacco retailers, what a retailer needs to do if a warning letter is received and what FDA tobacco regulations apply [...]
“Innovative operators are creating value by crafting new and unique beverages,” says Technomic spokesperson. Technomic’s Beverage Consumer Trend Report found seven out of 10 consumers (71%) now purchase beverages away from home twice a week or more often, up from 66% in 2010. As the economy stabilizes from the recession, restaurants and retail foodservice locations [...]
Company to open a first-ever temporary M&M’S World store on Main Street in Hackettstown, N.J. M&M’S World is coming to Main Street, literally. Mars Chocolate North America and Mars Retail Group have announced plans to open the first-ever pilot M&M’S World store at 160 Main Street in Hackettstown, N.J. to celebrate the company’s long-term connection [...]
To capture a greater share of the breakfast business, retailers are developing fresh bakery programs extensive enough to make their products destination-worthy in the morning and throughout the day. By Marilyn Odesser-Torpey, Associate Editor. Few, if any, local supermarkets or mom-and-pops in the Iowa, Minnesota or Wisconsin market areas where Kwik Trip has its 358 [...]
Merchant organizations assert the proposed settlement “is one-sided and preserves the very anti-competitive actions that were the genesis of the lawsuits.” In a letter sent to House and Senate leaders on Sept. 20, a group of associations representing merchants of all sizes across all segments of the merchant community highlighted the reasons behind the growing [...]
Partnership with Central Retail Co. is expected to help grow the FamilyMart chain in Thailand to 3,000 locations in 10 years. Japanese convenience store operator FamilyMart Co. plans to accelerate its store openings in Thailand through a new business partnership with Central Retail Corp., MarketWatch reported. FamilyMart plans to sell its entire stake in SFM [...]
By: John Matthews, founder and president of Gray Cat Enterprises Inc. The lease is up at your existing location, and the new center down the street is happening. The thought of relocating your business is daunting—when will you find the time and will you lose customers? An important decision faces your brand—do you relocate your [...]
Something as simple a smile and a “thank you” goes a long way in elevating the customer service experience. By Jim Callahan. The saying goes, and I so agree, that you never get a second chance to make a first impression.In the business world, when you are expected to be a leader, this is something [...]
Susser expects to use the proceeds to repay its parent company for capital expenditures. Susser Petroleum Partners LP’s common units climbed as much as 16% on their market debut, a day after the company priced its initial public offering slightly below the top end of its expected range, Reuters reported. Susser Petroleum Partners LP priced [...]
“This delivery system is uniquely designed to meet the needs and expectations of Circle K’s 24/7, always-connected, on-demand energy customers,” says Circle K spokesperson. Circle K convenience stores plans to add AeroShot Energy, a new air-based energy product, to 3,100 of its stores starting in October. Following announcement of the New York Attorney General’s investigation [...]
Industry Veteran Rugg to help launch new product lines. VP Racing Fuels Inc., has appointed James Rugg as business development manager-automotive, consumer products to support its growing line of consumer products. “We’re pleased to bring on someone of James’ caliber and experience,” said Dennis Stanko, VP’s director-consumer product sales. “He has a broad and diverse [...]
In a new contest, Nestlé to track U.K. residents via GPS in order to award them a prize. Nestlé is launching a real-life version of the Willy Wonka Golden Ticket scenario in the U.K., Popular Science Online reported. Nestlé has launched the “We Will Find You” campaign in which it hides a GPS-enabled bar [...]
To reach more of its consumers, Marfood USA’s Pemmican Beef Jerky has updated its Website, while also finding more ways to communicate with shoppers through Twitter, Pinterest, Facebook and a new blog site. Marfood USA, owner of Pemmican Brand finds it increasingly important to have open communication with its customers in order to stand out [...]
Whether it’s sandwiches, wraps or wings, chicken’s versatility is driving the foodservice category. By Howard Riell, Associate Editor. Chicken comes about as close as food can to a can’t-miss opportunity for convenience store operators. Chicken’s flexibility—and healthier perception—makes it one of the most popular products in the foodservice industry. And short of handling it unsafely, [...]
With new flavors, brand extensions and increased promotional activity, MST sales continue to post strong gains at convenience stores. By Howard Riell, Associate Editor. The smokeless tobacco category remains strong, and not just because legislators have chased consumers away from cigarettes. New products and flavors combined with competitive pricing, increased promotional activity and effective merchandising [...]