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  • Learning From Global Retail

    Learning From Global Retail
    Feb 18 2025
    World retail travelers, Mark Wohltmann, director of NACS Global and host Dan Munford, share their travels and observations of retail around the world. Highlighting key trends and innovations in various markets, hear why it is important for retailers to hit the road (or air) to learn from each other. With special guest: Mark Wohltmann, Director, NACS Global Hosted by: Dan Munford and Carolyn Schnare
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    24 min
  • QSR’s Secret Sauce to Winning Customers

    QSR’s Secret Sauce to Winning Customers
    Feb 4 2025
    Popeyes, a leading global QSR brand, is renowned for its consistency and ability to keep loyal customers. Hear how foodvenience retailers can effectively compete with QSRs and why “surprise and delight” is a bad way to go about it. With special guest: Jordan Cusner, Former Head of Guest Insights, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Hosted by: Carolyn Schnare and Harry Milloff
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    26 min
  • Applegreen Has the Best Foodvenience Store in the World!

    Applegreen Has the Best Foodvenience Store in the World!
    Jan 21 2025
    Applegreen Rathcoole is the winner of the Insight Research 2024 ‘Best Foodvenience Store in the World’ competition! Join hosts Dan and Carolyn in a candid conversation with Joe Barrett, CEO of Applegreen, who shares insights on Applegreen's innovative approach to foodservice, EV charging, and ambitious plans for expansion across Ireland and the U.S. Many thanks to the competition sponsors Invenco by GVR, The Moseley Group and The Coca-Cola Company! With special guest: Joe Barrett, CEO, Applegreen Hosted by: Dan Munford and Carolyn Schnare Related Links: Applegreen Rathcoole Entry Video and Photos: https://www.globalconveniencestorefocus.co.uk/best/entries/applegreen-rathcoole-ireland/ The Best Foodvenience Store in the World’ 2024: https://www.globalconveniencestorefocus.co.uk/best/foodvenience
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    27 min
  • Argentina's Best Foodvenience Store

    Argentina's Best Foodvenience Store
    Jan 7 2025
    FCG Lion Place Canning, located in Buenos Aires, Argentina, was selected number two in the Insight Research 2024 ‘Best Foodvenience Store in the World’ competition! Hear from Claudio Reboredo, partner at FGC Fuels Marketing, about the award-winning site featuring multiple food offers in the thoughtfully designed, modern destination that caters to the diverse needs of today's motorists. Founded in 2014 by three former multinational executives, FGC has rapidly transformed the market. With a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, FGC has expanded its network to include 15 strategically located retail sites. Many thanks to the competition sponsors Invenco by GVR, The Moseley Group, and The Coca-Cola Company! Related Links: Lion Place Canning Entry Video and Photos: https://www.globalconveniencestorefocus.co.uk/best/entries/lion-place-canning-buenos-aires-argentina ‘The Best Foodvenience Store in the World’ 2024: https://www.globalconveniencestorefocus.co.uk/best/foodvenience With special guest: Claudio Reboredo, Partner, FGC Fuels Marketing Hosted by: Dan Munford and Carolyn Schnare
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    30 min
  • The Race Is On for The 2025 Best EV Hub in the World

    The Race Is On for The 2025 Best EV Hub in the World
    Dec 24 2024
    The search for the 2025 "Best EV Hub in the World" has begun at Insight Research. We are revisiting this popular 2024 episode about the competition with Mark Morelli, president and CEO of Vontier. We discussed the ongoing energy transition and the importance of providing EV drivers with efficient charging solutions and amenities. From the complexities of investment to the evolving consumer experience, this episode illustrates how technology, sustainability, and consumer choice are shaping the future of transportation. Learn more about The 2025 Best EV Hub in the World Competition: https://www.globalconveniencestorefocus.co.uk/best/evhub With special guest: Mark Morelli, President and CEO, Vontier Hosted by: Dan Munford and Carolyn Schnare
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    27 min
  • The Best Foodvenience Store in America

    The Best Foodvenience Store in America
    Dec 10 2024
    U.S.A.'s Dash In, located in Chantilly, Virginia, was selected in the top 3 in the Insight Research 2024 ‘Best Foodvenience Store in the World’ competition! Hear from Blackie Wills, president and CEO of The Wills Group, about the big win, the importance of foodservice, and modern store design soon to be rolled out across many locations. Many thanks to the competition sponsors Invenco by GVR, The Moseley Group, and The Coca-Cola Company! Related Links: Dash In Entry Video and Photos: https://www.globalconveniencestorefocus.co.uk/best/entries/dash-in-chantilly-virginia-usa/ Shop Talk Live Video: Enhancing customer experience with Dash In: https://www.globalconveniencestorefocus.co.uk/features/enhancing-customer-experience-with-dash-in/ ‘The Best Foodvenience Store in the World’ 2024: https://www.globalconveniencestorefocus.co.uk/best/foodvenience/ With special guest: Blackie Wills, President and CEO, The Wills Group Hosted by: Frank Gleeson and Carolyn Schnare
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    21 min
  • Electrifying Lithuania

    Electrifying Lithuania
    Nov 26 2024
    Reitan Convenience Lithuania CEO Saulius Zilenas explains Lithuania's fast-growing expansion including opening the country’s first retail EV charging hub. Discover how the Narvesen and Caffeine brands lead with unique designs, community-focused expansions, and innovative EV hub concepts. With special guest: Saulius Zilenas, CEO, Reitan Convenience Lithuania Hosted by: Carolyn Schnare and Dan Munford
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    29 min
  • Reimagining Convenience Stores: Alltown Fresh’s Bold Food-Focused Mission

    Reimagining Convenience Stores: Alltown Fresh’s Bold Food-Focused Mission
    Nov 12 2024
    Alltown Fresh’s Chef shares how the brand redefines convenience stores with fresh, chef-crafted meals and a focus on hospitality. Discover how Alltown Fresh brings restaurant-quality food to the traditional fuel stop experience. With special guest: Jason Lord, Chef, Alltown Fresh Hosted by: Carolyn Schnare and Nick Scherzer
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    25 min