Master-Bilt, manufacturer of a full line of commercial refrigeration systems for over 70 years has appointed Steve Asay as National Accounts Manager-Refrigeration, effective immediately. Prior to his appointment with Master-Bilt, Asay served as vice president sales and marketing for Kairak/ITW. With his many years of experience in the refrigeration industry, Asay’s primary goal with Master-Bilt…
Are You Prepared for FDA Tobacco Inspections?
As the FDA’s Center for Tobacco Products (CTP) begins to implement tobacco regulations, the tumult surrounding tobacco at retail shows no sign of abating. In fact, the future of cigarette retailing will depend largely on retailers themselves. This issue and more will be addressed at the National Advisory Group (NAG) conference, September 10-13th in Savannah,…
Fueling Awareness Pink Ribbon Apparel Campaign Back for October 2011
GKdirect (formerly Lion Uniform Group) is excited to once again offer pink ribbon apparel this year for the annual Fueling Awareness, an Industry United for a Cure campaign. In workplaces across the country, employees will wear company-branded pink ribbon Awareness Apparel to show their commitment to a cure for breast cancer. Many convenience stores large…
Haskel Thompson & Associates Completes Acqusition
“We also now have a greater presence in targeted areas where we see additional opportunities for growth,” says president of Haskel Thompson & Associates. Haskel Thompson & Associates, an executive search firm in the convenience store & retail/wholesale fuels industry, has completed the acquisition of National Executive Personnel, an executive recruiting & consulting company in…
Improving Retail Retention
In a down economy, employees have fewer job opportunities, but retailers would be remiss to overlook company morale simply because employees have fewer options. By John Lofstock, Editor. We live in a 24/7 stressful society, filled with uncertainty in the job market, the economy, competition, etc. A large percentage of employees admit to being unhappy…
Susser Welcomes Three Individuals To Leadership Team
New leadership members bring a wealth of experience and are expected to help drive growth in key areas for Susser. Susser Holdings Corp. has appointed three new members to its leadership team: • Gail Workman as senior vice president of sales and operations with Susser Petroleum Co., Susser’s wholesale fuel subsidiary, based in Houston •…
Cultivating the Leaders of Tomorrow
Training employees to accept responsibility when they stumble will help groom the next generation of industry executives. By Jim Callahan. My wife called me one morning this week with a quote that gave us both pause to stop and think: “When you stumble, make it part of the dance.” I took some time to analyze…
Operations Vice President Leaving The Pantry
“The company appreciates Mr. Williams’ dedication and hard work over the years and wishes him the best in his new endeavors,” the company says. The Pantry Inc. has announced that Brad Williams, senior vice president of operations, has announced his decision to leave The Pantry. “During his 13-year tenure Mr. Williams has made many important…
McDonald’s Announces Nationwide Hiring Event
As it looks to revamp the “McJob,” McDonald’s highlights employees who have successfully climbed the ranks to top company positions as it recruits new hires. C-store operators better hold on tight to their employees this April, as McDonald’s Corp. hosts a nationwide hiring event, to fill positions ranging from cashier to manager, scheduled for April…
Excentus Corp. Announces Employee Promotions
New CAO and president/COO take the helm at Excentus Corp. Excentus Corp. has appointed Brandon Logsdon as president and chief operating officer and Jim Mills as chief administrative officer of the company. The appointments were announced at a recently company town hall meeting by Dickson Perry, founder, chairman and CEO of Excentus Corp., a provider…