For fourth time, 7-Eleven coffee-cup poll correctly calls U.S. election results. For the fourth time in as many presidential elections, 7-Eleven Inc.’s coffee-drinking customers have correctly called the U.S. presidential election in its unabashedly unscientific, unofficial, just-for-fun 7-Election presidential coffee-cup poll. 7-Election results had President Barack Obama out-cupping Republican challenger Mitt Romney handily, with 59%…
Cash Automated Solutions
Brink’s U.S. has announced its newest retail cash room automation solution designed to optimize retailers’ in-store and corporate cash flow. The system also helps retailers focus on the core issue of turnover by combining leading in-store hardware currency and coin recyclers with advanced information systems. These services drive efficiencies, lower in-store risk and optimize cash…
New Snickerdoodle Flavor
General Mills Convenience is adding more variety to its popular Chex Mix Muddy Buddies line by introducing the new Snickerdoodle flavor. Chex Mix Muddy Buddies Snickerdoodle is a mix of cinnamon and sugar flavors, available in a 4.5-ounce snack bag with a suggested retail price of $2.49. The new Snickerdoodle flavor is the latest addition…
Raising the Bar on Neighborhood Stores
After an extensive remodel and the introduction of Tedeschi Fresh Foods, Elizabeth Constantine’s franchise unit has seen its sales soar. By Erin Rigik, Associate Editor. As a long-time franchisee of Tedeschi Food Shops, Convenience Store Decisions’ 2012 Convenience Store Chain of the Year, Elizabeth Constantine has been impressed with how well Tedeschi looks after its…
BPAMA Executive Director Named
“The BPAMA will benefit from Walt’s global leadership experience in retail, foodservice, store operations, fuels, chemicals, renewable energy, business development and finance,” says BPAMA chairman. BP Amoco Marketers Association (BPAMA) and BP Products North America Inc. today announced the appointment of Walter (Walt) Clements as the new president of BP Amoco Marketers Association (BPAMA). Clements…
Wawa Crisis Campaign Assists Disaster Relief
Wawa launches chain-wide fundraising effort, and donates $100,000 to the Red Cross. Wawa Inc. today announced the launch of a chain-wide, in-store crisis campaign, designed to provide disaster relief assistance to those communities most affected by Hurricane Sandy. The campaign is being held in partnership with the American Red Cross and allows customers to help…
ExxonMobil Supports Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief
American Red Cross to receive $1 million in assistance. ExxonMobil continues to work to support distribution of gasoline and fuel throughout the area affected by Hurricane Sandy and is donating $1 million to the American Red Cross for disaster relief assistance in New York, New Jersey and the Caribbean. “Hurricane Sandy has had a devastating…
7-Eleven Closes Deal to Purchase TETCO Stores
“The stores in San Antonio allow 7-Eleven to strategically expand its footprint in Texas,” says 7-Eleven spokesperson. 7-Eleven Inc. has acquired the retail and wholesale dealer assets of San Antonio-based TETCO Inc., closing a deal that was announced Aug. 14. The assets include 163 company-operated convenience stores in Utah and the Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin and…
More Customers To Shop Using Smartphones This Holiday Season
Shoppers look to embrace the use of their smartphones or tablets to save time and money during the holiday shopping season. A new CouponCabin.com survey has found that more than one-quarter (27%) of U.S. adults will use their smartphone or tablet for their holiday shopping this year. In addition, 83% of those who will use…
Mac’s Recognized For Crime Prevention Initiatives
Mac’s takes home volunteer of the year and business of the year awards. The Mac’s Convenience Stores (Mac’s) Central Loss Prevention Team was acknowledged as world leaders in Crime Prevention at the recent International Society of Crime Prevention Practitioners (ISCPP) Conference in Las Vegas. Nominated by the Ontario Provincial Police for initiatives like Operation Freeze/Operation…