I’m a business journalist based in Chicago, currently covering the convenience store and oil and gas industries for C-Store Dive.
Notable stories
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‘It’s so easy to go in and steal from them’: Why c-stores attract so much crime — and what retailers can do about it
About 5% of U.S. violent crimes in 2021 happened at c-stores. I explored why these locations are such a hotspot for criminals and what retailers can do to keep themselves, their staff and customers safe.
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7-Eleven undergoes several executive changes
In June 2023, I learned through a source that 7-Eleven, the world’s largest c-store retailer, underwent significant executive changes that week, including naming a new chief merchandising officer. I was the first to report this news.
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C-store chains are betting on retail media in 2023. But at what cost?
Retail media networks promise to be one of the shiniest new toys for c-store operators moving forward, bringing plenty of new growth and opportunities. But alongside its potential rewards come challenges and risks, experts say.
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Mountain Express terminates operations
In August 2023, I was the first to learn and report that Mountain Express Oil, a Georgia-based oil company with over 1,000 employees, was ceasing operations amid Chapter 7 bankruptcy.
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C-store chains like Casey’s, QuikTrip and RaceTrac are all-in on travel centers. Here’s why.
For generations, c-stores and truck stops operated somewhat separately due to their different customer bases. But in recent years, the two segments have seemed to slowly merge, for reasons including higher margins and EV charging.
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BP’s acquisition of TA signals that big oil is back in the c-store game
After selling about 700 of its c-stores in 2007, BP’s $1.3 billion acquisition of TravelCenters of America in 2023 marked a major milestone in the oil giant’s re-entry into fully owned and operated retail locations, once again making it a top player in the space.
Podcasts
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At Your Convenience
I launched CSP Daily News’ first podcast back in 2019 and was the main host and producer until leaving the publication in late 2020. Episodes included interviews with senior executives and analysts in the c-store space.
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Butterless Popcorn
In the thick of the COVID-19 pandemic, my friend Adam and I launched a podcast where we talk about movies. We both hosted and produced episodes.