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Whether it’s 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 country’s fuel and we are 4% of the total U.S. economy. We’ll talk about what we see at stores — and what the future may hold — as long as it’s convenient.

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Incoming NACS president and CEO shares his insights on leadership and the industry's bright future.

Hosted by:

Jeff Lenard

About our Guest:

Frank Gleeson NACS President & CEO beginning January 2026

Frank is the former president and CEO of A... more

The U.S. Mint stopped producing the penny earlier this year, which has triggered a penny shortage. Find out what's happening behind the scenes and what retailers can do.

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Jeff Lenard

About our Guest:

Anna Ready Blom, NACS Strategic ... more

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C-stores are redefining convenience within a digital ecosystem that is on their customers' phones and in their vehicles.

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Jeff Lenard

About our Guest:

Stephanie Sikorski, NACS Vice President, Strategic Initiatives

Stephanie has le... more

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Hear how some convenience retailers are creating pop-culture moments at their stores and within their community.

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Jeff Lenard

About our Guest:

Lonnie McQuirter, Director of Operations, 36 Lyn Refuel Station

Lonnie leads 36 Lyn Ref... more

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Recent Guests

Anna Ready Blom
NACS expert on penny shortage and its implications
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Episode: What You Need to Know About the Penny Shortage - Episode 513
Frank Beard
Retail consultant and industry advocate
Rovertown
Episode: Learnings From a Convenience Retail Study Tour - Episode 506
Doug Kantor
General Counsel for NACS
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Episode: Breaking News: FDA Approves—And Doesn’t Approve—Vape - Episode 502
Adam Rosenblatt
Regular pollster and analyst.
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Episode: How Eating Patterns Differ for Commuters vs. Remote Workers - Episode 501
William Shatner
Actor and voice for convenience store safety discussions
Shatnerverse
Episode: William Shatner Talks About Convenience--And a Lot More - Episode 500
Mark Wohltmann
Director of NACS Global
NACS Global
Episode: Big Ideas in Convenience Retail From Europe - Episode 498
Rachel Krupa
Founder of The Goods Mart
The Goods Mart
Episode: The Snacks Customers Crave - Episode 496
Dana Kim
Founder and CEO of Highlight
Highlight
Episode: The Snacks Customers Crave - Episode 496
Kevin O'Connell
Executive director of The NACS Foundation
NACS Foundation
Episode: Celebrating Your Community Heroes Is Easy - Episode 494

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Jeff Lenard
Host discussing various aspects of convenience retail, industry trends, and consumer behaviors.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Engaging, insightful, and actionable!

    Convenience Matters is such an enjoyable listen! The hosts are top notch and the conversations they lead are engaging, insightful, and actionable. You’re guaranteed to learn something new from each episode - can’t recommend it highly enough!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oliviabaker13
    United States3 years ago
  • Informative, fun episodes about interesting industry topics!

    Motivated to right this review after listening to the episode with Roy Strasburger, but really broadened my understanding about the corners of the industry I wouldn’t have been aware of otherwise! Really talented professionals!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ping pong rocks!
    United States5 years ago
  • LOVE THIS THOW!!!!

    Saw them at nacs show 2017. Really nice and well done. Keep up the good work jeff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1Poiuytr
    United States7 years ago
  • Wonderful podcast

    I listen to a lot of podcasts, and this is a great one. It’s always a listenable length, and has great information on an industry most people don’t know much about! Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C-Quat
    United States8 years ago
  • NACS is owning convenience in an ever changing industry

    Fantastic informative and interesting. And getting better and better with each episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dre Jungle
    United States8 years ago

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The show's interviews broaden understanding of the convenience store landscape, showcasing industry challenges and innovations.
Listeners praise the engaging, insightful nature of the discussions, often highlighting the actionable information shared by expert guests.
Listeners appreciate the variety of topics covered, which relate to both day-to-day operations and future industry trends.

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The Importance of Creating a Unique Brand - Episode 509
Q: What should stores consider when it comes to branding?
Stores should consider what makes them unique and what customers want, with branding coming first before focusing on customer desires.
The Importance of Creating a Unique Brand - Episode 509
Q: How would you define brand that people may or may not think that way?
A brand is how customers perceive you and how you make those customers feel in the store, encompassing everything from design to the vibe created by employees.
How To Build Confidence Starting Right Now - Episode 504
Q: What does it mean to have a good relationship with self-doubt?
It means to view self-doubt not as a sign to stop but as an opportunity to improve and run toward challenges instead.
How To Build Confidence Starting Right Now - Episode 504
Q: What is the process for someone to build from confidence level one to confidence level two?
Confidence is built through experiences and the investment of energy into those experiences, often needing new evidence to counter self-doubt.
New Insights on Driving Behaviors and Perceptions - Episode 505
Q: What did you tell your membership about this report and what was their reaction?
The membership was interested in this report and recognized its importance in understanding market potential for synthetic fuels and electric vehicles, among other products.

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Focused on the convenience store industry, this podcast explores critical topics affecting retailers, including evolving consumer behavior, industry innovations, and strategic responses to market dynamics. Engaging discussions feature industry experts and thought leaders, providing insights on trends such as gas prices, retail operations, community engagement, and emerging technologies like electric vehicle charging. Listeners can expect actionable tips and informative narratives that shed light on the importance of convenience stores in daily life, alongside explorations of broader retail issues.

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2. Frank Beard
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5. William Shatner
6. Mark Wohltmann
7. Rachel Krupa
8. Dana Kim

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