Convenience Matters
- Author: Vários
- Narrator: Vários
- Publisher: Podcast
- Duration: 180:13:04
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Synopsis
Whether its for food, fuel, drinks or snacks about half of the U.S. population is at a convenience store every day. We sell 80% of the countrys fuel and we are 4% of the total U.S. economy. Well talk about what we see at stores and what the future may hold as long as its convenient.
Episodes
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#133 Fueling Natural Gas Growth
06/08/2018 Duration: 29minWhen we think of gas stations, we think of petroleum. But, natural gas is quickly rising in popularity, especially for truck and commercial fleets, because of its flexibility and environmental benefits. Find out how natural gas is making its mark on the future of fuels. Hosted by: Jeff Lenard, Vice President of Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS and Donovan Woods, Director of Operations, Fuels Institute
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#132 The Importance of Advocacy for Your Business
30/07/2018 Duration: 26minIt is vital to make your voice heard with legislators. After all, if you're not telling your side of the story, lawmakers are making it up for you. In this episode, we talk with a retailer who is making a difference on Capitol Hill and in the convenience industry. Hosted by: Jeff Lenard, Vice President of Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS and Stephanie Sikorski, Vice President, Marketing, NACS
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#131 Building Your Own Box to Beat Your Competition - Part II
23/07/2018 Duration: 16minBest selling author, Steve Miller, talks about how to create an unfair advantage over your competition by making your business unique. In this episode, learn about hunting moose, the color orange, tradeshow excellence and more. Hosted by: Jeff Lenard, Vice President of Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS and Carolyn Schnare, Director of Strategic Initiatives, NACS
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#130 Building Your Own Box to Beat Your Competition - Part I
16/07/2018 Duration: 16minBest selling author, Steve Miller, talks about how to create an unfair advantage over your competition by making your business unique. In this episode, we will visit disruptive technologies, competitive strategies and giving the rock-star treatment. Hosted by: Jeff Lenard, Vice President of Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS and Carolyn Schnare, Director of Strategic Initiatives, NACS
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#129 Fueling Change
09/07/2018 Duration: 15minAt the Fuels Institute FUEL2018 Annual Meeting, fuels expert Tammy Klein looks in her crystal ball to see how regulations, politics, vehicle and technology improvements affect fuels, cars and consumers. Hosted by: Donovan Woods, Director of Operations, Fuels Institute and Britt Brewer, Marketing Manager, NACS
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#128 A Conversation with Scott Hartman of Rutter's
02/07/2018 Duration: 22minThe Rutter family has been in the convenience business for more than 50 years, in the dairy farm business for nearly 100 years and farming for more than 270 years. With that much history, it's not surprising that Rutter's has been internationally recognized for its success. President & CEO Scott Hartman shares his successes in foodservice, technology and more. Hosted by: John Eichberger, Executive Director, Fuels Institute and Stephanie Sikorski, Vice President, Marketing, NACS
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#127 A Conversation with Roy Strasburger
25/06/2018 Duration: 27minWith decades in convenience retail, industry icon Roy Strasburger will shine light on the changes he's seen in the industry around the world. From fighting bees in Texas to serving mayonnaise shrimp in Norway, Roy shares ideas and advice from his years of experience. Hosted by: Jeff Lenard, Vice President of Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS and John Eichberger, Executive Director, Fuels Institute
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#126 Preparing for Disaster
18/06/2018 Duration: 22minThe Red Cross helps people during and after emergencies and disasters to get back on their feet as soon as possible. Learn how to prepare yourself, your business and your customers before chaos strikes. Hosted by: Jeff Lenard, Vice President of Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS and Donovan Woods, Director of Operations, Fuels Institute
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#125 Selling More Fresh Produce in Convenience Stores
11/06/2018 Duration: 24minNACS works with the United Fresh Produce Association and their members to help convenience stores grow sales of fresh produce. Hear what is new and exciting in the world of produce from United Fresh’s President and the Director of Convenience Store Sales at Fresh Del Monte Produce. Hosted by: Jeff Lenard, Vice President of Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS and Carolyn Schnare, Director of Strategic Initiatives, NACS
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#124 Fuel for Thought
04/06/2018 Duration: 15minHow do retail fuel providers meet the needs of customers and their vehicles? In this episode, experts discuss the intricacies of fuel quality, octane, engines, and fuel efficiency. Check out more detail on these topics and guests at www.fuelsinstitute.org/fuels2018. Hosted by: Donovan Woods, Director of Operations, Fuels Institute and Britt Brewer, Marketing Manager, NACS
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#123 Encouraging Women in Retail Leadership
28/05/2018 Duration: 27minWomen face an uphill battle to the top levels of convenience retailing and CPG companies. The Network of Executive Women recently released a report that examines the path of female leaders in the industry and speculates why so many are leaving the channel. Read the full referenced report, The Female Leadership Crisis. Hosted by: Carolyn Schnare, Director of Strategic Initiatives, NACS and Jeff Lenard, Vice President of Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS
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#122 The Effects of More Electric Vehicles on Utilities
21/05/2018 Duration: 24minCan the electric power infrastructure handle the rapid growth in electric vehicle usage in the US? Hear how utility companies are preparing for increased energy usage anticipated by 2030. Hosted by: John Eichberger, Executive Director, Fuels Institute and Donovan Woods, Director of Operations, Fuels Institute
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#121 Pilot Flying J Gives from the Heart
14/05/2018 Duration: 21minPilot Flying J is transforming the image of the typical trucker and truck stop by giving back to the community, raising nearly $1 million for the American Heart Association. Hosted by: Jeff Lenard, Vice President of Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS and Carolyn Schnare, Director of Strategic Initiatives, NACS
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#120 What’s Predictable in an Unpredictable Fuels Market?
07/05/2018 Duration: 26minThe only thing certain in the current fuels market is uncertainty. From issues related to oil supply and demand to the status of fuels-related regulations, here's what you need to know for what could be a bumpy 2018 summer-drive season. Check out resources to help make sense of it all at www.convenience.org/fuels. Hosted by: Jeff Lenard, Vice President of Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS
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#119 Your People Are Your Best Assets
30/04/2018 Duration: 24minEvolving cultural, local and workplace norms are impacting how organizations need to hire and retain talent. Hear ways to make your people your greatest benefit. Hosted by: Jeff Lenard, Vice President of Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS and Carolyn Schnare, Director of Strategic Initiatives, NACS
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#118 Clean Stores are Good for Business
23/04/2018 Duration: 19minNACS has developed a close partnership with Keep America Beautiful to help encourage retailers, vendors and consumers to keep sustainability efforts top of mind. Find out how to get involved. Hosted by: Jeff Lenard, Vice President of Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS and Carolyn Schnare, Director of Strategic Initiatives, NACS
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#117 Slow Evolution of Fuels Market Expected
16/04/2018 Duration: 25minAccording to the Fuels Institute, the vehicles and fuels market will evolve slowly without the influence of a strong external factor, such as policy or regulations. What does this mean for gas stations? Hosted by: Jeff Lenard, Vice President of Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS and John Eichberger, Executive Director, Fuels Institute
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#116 Calculating Healthy Choices
09/04/2018 Duration: 19minHow do you decide if a product meets criteria for being healthy? Registered dietitian, Amaris Bradley with the Partnership for a Healthier America, is going to walk us through how to use the online NACS PHA Healthier Product Calculator and what it means for merchandising. Learn more and check out the calculator at www.convenience.org/calculator. Hosted by: Carolyn Schnare, Director of Strategic Initiatives, NACS and Stephanie Sikorski, Vice President, Marketing, NACS
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#115 Global Initiatives on Fuels and Vehicles
02/04/2018 Duration: 21minCountries around the world are racing to phase out gasoline and diesel vehicles. What does this mean for fuel retailers? Hosted by: John Eichberger, Executive Director, Fuels Institute and Donovan Woods, Director of Operations, Fuels Institute
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#114 Working with the Red Cross in Times of Crisis
26/03/2018 Duration: 19minOn average, an American Red Cross volunteer responds to a disaster every 8 minutes in communities across the country, from major events like hurricanes and earthquakes to life-altering events like house fires. We share ideas for what NACS members can do to support relief organizations before, during and after a crisis. Learn how to get involved directly with the American Red Cross at www.convenience.org/redcross. Hosted by: Jeff Lenard, Vice President of Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS and Stephanie Sikorski, Vice President, Marketing, NACS