Convenience Store Decisions Newsletter for Wednesday, June 20 2007

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	Wednesday, June 20 2007

Convenience Store Decisions' Newsletter is sponsored by Anheuser-Busch

Chilling Out in the Open Open-air coolers coupled with some creativity are helping retailers make the most out of limited workspace. by Michael Ferrari All in the Family Terry Gallagher, Jr. Smoker Friendly International LLC by Kim Sharrah Finding Your Foodservice Niche NACS' State of the industry numbers show the food category is growing, but it's also getting more competitive. Convenience retailers must exceed consumers' expectations to capture their "fare share." by John Lofstock Packaged Promotional Punch A new Coke program is helping smaller retailers compete withâ€”and even overtakeâ€” their more powerful counterparts. by Kate Quackenbush Taming the Morning Rush A solid bakery program is key for building breakfast daypart sales. Two chains discuss how they are able to satisfy consumers while simultaneously enhancing their coffee programs. by Kate Quackenbush Relief from Credit Card Costs Processing and interchange fees are severely capping the industry's profit potential. CSD explores a few of the options that stand to alleviate the problem. by Michael Ferrari Success By Design by John Lofstock
Upcoming Webcasts
Boosting OTP Sales: Consumer Data, Trends and Analysis in Smokeless Tobacco With fuel margins and cigarette profitability diminishing, developing a strong smokeless tobacco category is of vital importance for marketers. As part of its online Roundtable Series, Convenience Store Decisions is partnering with U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Co. (USST) to offer retailers a valuable Webecast that will highlight the key factors c-store operators need to know to grow this important retail segment. The Webcast will take place Thursday, July 26 at 2 p.m. EST. And the best part about this online educational session is it's completely free!

Industry News
Totally Automatic by CSD Staff Kroger installs automated convenience store in Ohio. Valero Fights Muscular Dystrophy by CSD Staff Company raises $1.39 million with "Share the Shamrock Spirit" campaign. Safeway Makes the "Wright" Choice by CSD Staff New payment processing equipment adds convenience to paying for gas. Chevron, Texaco Kick off 42 Days of Racing by CSD Staff New promotion marks 20 years of motor sports sponsorship. Price Cutter Stores Sold to RPCS by CSD Staff Twelve stores in the Tulsa area switch hands. CITGO's Harvey Honored by ASTM by CSD Staff Organization honors manager for commitment to high standards in fuel service. QuikTrip Takes on Camelot by CSD Staff Historic hotel site purchased to make room for chain's 500th store.

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