At Growth Energy’s 12th Annual Executive Leadership Conference, CEO Emily Skor announced that Michael Lorenz will join the company as senior vice president of market development, overseeing the global and domestic expansion of higher ethanol blended fuels. In a statement, Skor welcomed Lorenz, a longtime industry ally, to the organization: “For years, Mike has been…
How to Put the Heart Back Into the Business: a Conversation With Andrew Thornton
It’s a difficult hiring market. Standing out isn’t easy, and sometimes it takes more than competitive wages for retailers to attract and retain top talent. I’ve always been fascinated by those who succeed in creating truly exceptional work environments. That’s why, at a time when brands are scrambling to figure out what they can do,…
Jacksons Partners With Instacart for Same-Day Delivery
Jacksons and ExtraMile by Jacksons convenience stores will now offer same-day delivery via Instacart to customers across their network of more than 260 locations. The new delivery service piloted in Jacksons’ home region of the Treasure Valley, Idaho in March and April of this year as a way to exceed customer expectations and respond to…
Loop Neighborhood Markets Welcomes New CFO
Loop Neighborhood Markets announced that Jonathan Louie will be joining the company as the new Chief Financial Officer. “I am thrilled to be joining Loop Neighborhood stores as they continue to expand,” said Louie. “Even before I started interviewing with the company, I was already a fan of the brand. They have elevated the convenience…
BIC Teams With Snoop Dogg and Martha Stewart for EZ Reach Lighter Campaign
BIC has partnered with Snoop Dogg, Martha Stewart and Marquee Brands to launch a new advertising campaign for the BIC EZ Reach lighter. The partnership, which extends into 2022, begins when the iconic duo lights up the digital screen with the release of “Pass It,” debuting today across streaming TV networks, streaming music platforms, social…
7-Eleven Debuts Limited-Edition Collaboration With Designer Joe Freshgoods
7-Eleven announced a collaboration with Chicago native Joe Robinson — better known as Joe Freshgoods — to create a limited-edition capsule collection. The first set of merch drops May 13 at 7:11 p.m. ET, kicking off “Brainfreeze SZN,” which celebrates all things summer, Slurpee, skating and street culture. A second wave of the fashion collabpration…
Delek Shareholders Elect All Board of Director Nominees at 2021 Annual Meeting
Delek US Holdings Inc. announced that, based on the preliminary vote count provided by its proxy solicitor following the company’s 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, Delek shareholders have overwhelmingly voted to elect all eight of its director nominees to the company’s Board of Directors: Uzi Yemin, William J. Finnerty, Richard J. Marcogliese, Gary M. Sullivan,…
Wawa Announces 50th Electric Vehicle Charging Site
Wawa announced a chainwide milestone of reaching its 50th electric vehicle (EV) charging site across its entire six-state operating area. Wawa officially marked the 50th site milestone with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the grand opening of its newest store at 505 NE Highway 19, Crystal River, Fla., which happens to also be the first Florida…
Elevating Foodservice Packaging
As the pandemic continues, many retailers are doubling down on foodservice as they take the opportunity to update menus, introduce online and/or mobile ordering, as well as delivery and curbside pickup. Savvy c-stores are also considering ways to improve their foodservice packaging, from maximizing branding to upgrading packaging appearance and efficiency. Here are some best…
What About CBN?
In Q4 2020, sleep was the top product attribute CBD consumers report desiring from the products they buy. And anecdotal evidence inspired brands to market cannabinol (CBN) products as sleep aids, too, but according to consumer insights and market intelligence firm Brightfield Group, the jury is still out whether it produces sedative effects by itself.…