C-store managers control multi-million dollar businesses with high turn-over, hazardous materials, and nearly 24 by 7 365 day a year workload. Read about the successful managers that keep stores operating with high retention, great service, sales and profit growth and great big smiles

Image of Jason c-store manager Kent, Washington, Small & Sons. C-store operations start with hiring. Decades operations have proven that community involvement and staff committment are keys to success.

C-Store Operations Start with Hiring

October 1, 2024 — 

Decades of retail management boil-down into having a community connection and working with staff committed to local customers. Jason believes in second chances and the value of community service. The local connection is emphasized. C-store operations start with hiring and continues to the schools and local charities. The food bank is a regular partner to

Image of Auburn East Main Small Stop is a c-store in the student community. The kids are good. Some times they just need to be heard

C-Store in the Student Community

August 19, 2024 — 

Auburn East Main Small Stop is a c-store in the student community. It has been a part of student life for decades. Wanda has seen her share of students and loves them all. Of course, sometimes young students have a prankster side that keeps her on her toes. While rules must be enforced, building relationships

Image of Perryton, Texas after hit by a tornado. Garrison Food Mart came to assist the town's recovery

Rebuilding a Community – Perryton Tornado

August 15, 2024 — 

Rebuilding a community – Perryton Tornado hit On June 2023. The community came together as family and worked together to restore their lives. Michelle Bewley who manages a c-store for Garrions Food Marts in the town was in the heart of the recovery process. Devastating Losses Due to the Tornado A massive tornado killed several

Keeping the Store Clean and Team Engaged

August 7, 2024 — 

Vanessa was charged with the duel job of keeping the store clean and team engaged. She put together a special ‘spring cleaning project she called: “A Spring in the Life of Store Operations”. Vanessa, the store manager, was challenged by the retail operations leader to return the forecourt to its original polish and function. Engagement