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Whether you’re planning to attend this year’s NACS Show or staying home to run your business, Convenience Store News will be your eyes and ears at the show. Now in its fourth year, the CSNews At The Show Web site has become THE No. 1 independent source for news about everything happening at and around the NACS Show.

Not to be missed

Pick up your Sampler Sack –– filled with loads of new product samples and the Convenience Store News Show Dailies –– at the Convenience Store News Booth #1829. Retailers only please, and limit of one sack per person.

When you come to the CSNews Booth #1829 don't forget to subscribe to our free online daily e-mail newsletter, as well as our other free e-newsletters, including the New Product Alert, Foodservice, Retail Tech Trends, and Hispanic Retail 360.

Be sure to check out our Featured Exhibitors and view more information about their new products and services, and how they can help retailers boost sales and profits.
Industry & NACS Show Happenings

November 03, 2009

2009 NACS Show Sees Strong Attendance

Number of buyers at this year's show doubled the previous year.

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October 23, 2009

NACS Elects Executive Committee, Board of Directors, Supplier Board

Jay Ricker of Ricker Oil leads executive committee; Jennie Jones of S&D Coffee heads supplier board.

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President Bill Clinton Gives World View at 2009 NACS Show

Closing general session speaker discusses how the convenience store industry should face the future.

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Top New Products from 2009 NACS Show

The top 10 new products in the Cool New Product Showcase included a variety of categories, from packaged snacks and gum to lighting and equipment.

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October 22, 2009

Two Great Retailers, One Great Theme

QuikTrip and Quick Chek presidents stress the importance of employing good people. 

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The Importance of Value in Today’s Economy

While price plays a role in offering value, consumers report convenience, location and quality as the top factors they seek.

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Learning the Rules of the Information Superhighway

Tips and advice on how to jump on the social networking bandwagon from Speedway SuperAmerica.

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CSNews Editor Shares Latest Foodservice Trends

Research shows 33 percent of consumers go to c-stores to buy prepared foods.

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October 21, 2009

Tips for Reducing Employee Turnover at 2009 NACS Show

Competitive pay, incentive programs and positive management are keys to a strong staff  

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NACS Unveils New Initiatives at 2009 NACS Show

Advocacy effort and foodservice program revealed during opening general session  

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Understanding PCI at the Pump at the 2009 NACS Show

Retailers must upgrade PIN pads by July 1, 2010, or assume the risk of non-compliance  

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Decoding Consumer Behavior at 2009 NACS Show

Retailer panel explores shopper data and discusses tactics to attract valuable shoppers

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Legal Developments in Protecting Consumer Data

How much can a security breach of your customers’ credit card and other personal information cost you? It can easily total into the millions of dollars, according to Benita Kahn, a partner in the law firm of Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease, LLP and a specialist on privacy laws and telecom and information security.

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Hubbard Confident of C-store Industry’s Future

The industry’s ability to adapt will help it prosper in the future.

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VeriFone Introduces Smart Fuel Controller at 2009 NACS Show

Integrated pump interface and signal distribution controller streamlines site operations and supports multiple dispenser models at a fuel location.

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Dresser Wayne Shows Green Fueling Advancements at 2009 NACS Show

Advances in biofuels, diesel exhaust fluid and compressed natural gas showcased at the show.

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Comdata Corp. Launches New POS Solution

System will provide streamlined payment processing solutions for c-stores and truck stops. 

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NCR Launches Outdoor DVD-Rental Kiosk

NCR SelfServ Entertainment 2381 to broaden BLOCKBUSTER Express deployments, offering enhanced access to c-store and smaller-footprint locations

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RelaxZen Sales at NACS Show to Benefit Free Tibet

For every bottle sold, $1 will be donated to the foundation.

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NACS Kicks Off with a Global Focus

More than 22,000 attendees expected to partake in convenience retailing's biggest week.

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Prepping for the Workshops Part III

CSNews helps you prepare for the best educational sessions at this year’s NACS Show.

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October 20, 2009

Prepping for the Workshops Part II

CSNews’ helps you prepare for the best educational sessions at this year’s NACS Show.

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October 16, 2009

PCATS’ Data Security Committee to Meet at 2009 NACS Show

The organization's committee will hold its first face-to-face meeting Thursday, Oct. 2, at 4 p.m.

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October 15, 2009

XYIENCE Hosts UFC Fighters at NACS Show

Mixed martial arts fighters will sign autographs at booth No. 4419.

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October 09, 2009

Gilbarco Offers Free PCI Compliance Advice at NACS Show

Independent PCI consulting firms will be on hand to deliver 45-minute appointments.

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October 05, 2009

Hunt Brothers Brings NASCAR's Richard Petty to NACS Show

Foodservice vendor's booth will also be home to daily drawings and giveaways.

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September 22, 2009

How to Grow in a Challenging Economy

Join The Nielsen Co. and Convenience Store News for four breakout sessions on pricing, foodservice, convenience strategies and key traffic-driving departments such as beer.

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September 16, 2009

CSNews Launches 2009 CSNews at the Show Microsite

Web resource dedicated to covering the annual NACS Show pumped up with up-to-the-minute Twitter and LinkedIn coverage.

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September 02, 2009

Vegas Virtuosos: 2009 Virtual Store Tour

On its third annual Virtual Store Tour, CSNews visits two retailers that are cashing in on convenience in Las Vegas.

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September 01, 2009

Prepping for the Workshops

Convenience Store News SHOW DAILY wants you to be prepared for the many educational programs and workshops offered at this year’s NACS Show. Here’s a listing of selected workshops that we feel provide high value to attendees, along with some exclusive CSNews research and insights to help you get the most out of these sessions.

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August 17, 2009

QuikTrip, Quick Chek CEOs to Lead NACS Show Panel

ALEXANDRIA, Va. -- Chet Cadieux, chairman, president and CEO of QuikTrip Corp. and Dean Durling, president and CEO of Quick Chek Corp. will be panelists during the Oct. 22 NACS Show General Session “A Tale of Two Retailers.”

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Bill Clinton To Speak At NACS Closing General Session

ALEXANDRIA, Va. -- President Bill Clinton will be the NACS Show Closing General Session speaker, Oct. 23.

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Travel Industry Exec Roger Dow Featured At NACS Show General Session

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Travel industry executive Roger Dow will share his insights on the beleaguered travel industry at the at the Oct. 21 NACS Show Opening General Session.

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Show Planner

Don’t go home from the show unsure of what you learned and frustrated you didn’t accomplished what you had hoped. Use this handy calendar tool from Google to plan your schedule in advance so that you get the most from the NACS Show.

Spare Change Blog

Las Vegas Virtual Store Tour

Back for a third year, Convenience Store News takes an in-depth look at two noteworthy food retailers -- Green Valley Grocery and Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market -- that everyone should visit during their stay at the NACS Show, or on their next trip to the area. View profiles of the retailers, images of the featured stores and driving directions to each location.
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