CStore Decisions is a publication in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2022. 338 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Rutter's has partnered with Hershey for a month-long takeover of its 1747 Bar & Lounge locations, featuring a Hershey-inspired college game-day experience and exclusive menu items [[2026-11-02 Rutter’s Kicks Off Month-Long Bar & Lounge Promotion (f593ff)]]. * Holiday Oil has opened its 79th store in Tooele, Utah, with a Halloween-themed grand opening event [[2026-11-02 Holiday Oil Unveils 79th Store (ea6477)]]. * OPIS LocationPro is an AI-powered retail network planning platform that helps multisite retailers make high-return investment decisions [[2026-11-02 AI-Powered Retail Network Planning Platform (c46223)]]. * Sheetz has announced the return of its Holidaze menu, featuring seasonal comfort food options [[2026-10-30 Sheetz Brings Back ‘Holidaze’ LTO Food Menu (4df354)]]. * Toot’n Totum wins CStore Decisions’ Chain of the Year Award for excellence in operations, innovation, and strategic direction [[2026-10-30 Honoring Toot’n Totum (a10ad6)]]. * Ryan Faville has been promoted to Vice President of marketing and category management at Stewart's Shops [[2026-10-29 Stewart’s Shops’ Ryan Faville Promoted to Vice President (1eb28c)]]. * Refuel and Circle K have been recognized with Best Loyalty Program Awards for their innovative loyalty programs [[2026-10-29 Refuel and Circle K Earn Best Loyalty Program Awards (1c088a)]]. * Consumers are seeking snacks with nutritional benefits and value-focused offerings, leading to a shift in snacking habits in the c-store space [[2026-10-28 How C-Stores Are Adapting to Changing Snack Trends (faf1d1)]].
Also known as C-Store Decisions
As costs grow and competition ramps up across the c-store industry, more chains of all sizes are considering how various levels of vertical integration can help improve efficiency,
Getting started with artificial intelligence at your convenience store chain doesn’t have to be complicated. Just ask Babir Sultan, founder and CEO of FavTrip, with three c-stores
US Market is entering a period of significant growth and innovation. Led by founders Lal and Don Sidhu, the chain began with a modest $200 investment and a single store in Silverto
C-store retailers are noticing a surge in ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages, with John Parduski, director of merchandising for Onvo, which operates more than 40 locations in Pennsylva
Implementing proactive maintenance strategies for foodservice equipment can prevent significant revenue loss and protect high-margin sales for convenience store operators.
Mexico-based OXXO has appointed industry veteran Derek Gaskins as VP of marketing following its parent company's $385 million acquisition of 249 U.S. convenience store locations.
North Dakota-based c-store chain The Hub has partnered with Liquid Barcodes to launch a comprehensive loyalty app featuring subscriptions, fuel rewards, and gamification.
New data shows Gen Z and Millennials are increasingly choosing convenience store meal options over traditional quick-service restaurants, closing the value gap between the two sectors.
HR experts advise convenience store operators to adopt aggressive and creative recruiting strategies as the frontline labor market remains tight and competitive.
Tooley Oil Co. has sold its 12 convenience retail stores and seven car wash locations in the Sacramento area to an undisclosed buyer.
FavTrip CEO Babir Sultan has deployed specialized AI agents to manage snack inventory, social media, billing reconciliation, and automated job applicant messaging across his three-store convenience chain.
Third-generation leader Ashley Englefield DeWitt discusses the expansion of Duchess convenience stores as the family-owned business continues to grow through acquisitions and new builds.
Corner Pantry has expanded its footprint in South Carolina with the opening of its fifth Camden-area convenience store following a recent strategic acquisition.
The latest CStore Decisions rankings highlight significant shifts among top convenience store chains like 7-Eleven and Casey’s following a year of major industry acquisitions.
The Oklahoma-based convenience chain, which operates more than 75 locations, earned top honors for its in-house food program and touchscreen ordering system.
The family-owned convenience chain is modernizing its 115-store footprint through new foodservice investments, loyalty initiatives, and enhanced inventory management.
The Circle K parent company reported a 4.1% increase in merchandise revenue, marking over a year of consecutive same-store sales growth in the U.S. market.
The CFO of Southwest Georgia Oil Co. discusses how the 91-unit SunStop brand leverages local community involvement to compete against national convenience store operators.
The founder of FavTrip discusses how implementing specialized AI agents helped his multi-unit convenience store operation identify a significant accounting error.
The hard cider brand is launching a Scream-themed variety pack with glow-in-the-dark packaging and new seasonal flavors at retailers nationwide.
Since launching its multistate expansion strategy in 2019, Lake Jackson, Texas-based Buc-ee’s has steadily entered new markets while continuing to expand its footprint in existing ones.
The typical c-store alcohol consumer looks significantly different in 2026 compared to previous years.
Shell to assume ownership of Tri Star Energy, adding 320 fuel sites
As foodservice solidifies its role as a major growth driver for the c-store industry, retailers are navigating a host of challenges in maximizing the opportunity.