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- We are the voice of our membership and industry on Capitol Hill. We relentlessly advocate for our members against harmful laws and regulations that can negatively impact their bottom lines.
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- NACS Membership Directory
- The electronic Membership Directory is a listing of NACS Member Companies and Individuals.
  
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- Online Store
- Designed especially for c-stores, THRIVR is an integrated social media, reputation and listings management solution that helps you gain new customers, retain the ones you have and build basket size all around.
  
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Research
- Purchase the Latest NACS State of the Industry Report®
  
  The convenience and fuel retailing industry’s premier benchmarking tool and the most comprehensive collection of data and trends. Discover what’s next and how to get there faster.
  
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Events
- Government Relations
- NACS Day on the Hill
- Human Resources
- NACS Human Resources Forum
- NACS Loss Prevention and Safety Symposium
- December 3-4, 2025 | Dallas, TX
  
  The NACS Loss Prevention and Safety Symposium is the industry’s only and fully dedicated event designed exclusively for convenience retailers, wholesalers and suppliers who are seeking the latest insights, tools and resources that can help them proactively prepare for and mitigate risks.
  
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- NACS Food Safety Forum
- April 13-14, 2026 | Schaumburg, IL
  
  The 2026 NACS Food Safety Forum will take place April 13-14 at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel in Schaumburg, IL. Presentations, interactive discussions and content are geared toward food safety, foodservice, and quality assurance professionals. The Food Safety Forum is the only industry-specific food safety event for the convenience retail community.
  
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- NACS Show
- October 14-17, 2025 | Chicago, IL
  
  For four days, attendees will be networking with industry experts, attending thought-provoking and empowering education sessions, and exploring a show floor with the latest merchandise for convenience and fuel retailing.
  
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- Webinars
- Sign up for upcoming webinars or browse through NACS’s video archive for industry best practices and case studies on a variety of topics and categories.
  
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- Industry Calendar
- Keep up with all events that's happening in the industry.
  
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- Speaker Engagement
- We are always looking for dynamic speakers to share their expertise with our members.Submit your speaker proposal or simply add your name to our speaker database.
  
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- NACS Day on the Hill
  
  March 17-18, 2026
  Washington, DC
  
  NACS Day on the Hill helps convenience retailers just like you share their story with elected officials to show that convenience matters. Join us in March to advocate for your business, and ultimately, all c-stores across the United States.
  
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Membership
- Renew Membership
- Existing members, renew your membership to continue to access benefits and tools that your organization needs to thrive in today's competitive market place.
  
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- Membership Directory
- The online Membership Directory is a listing of NACS Member Companies and Individuals, available only to NACS Members.
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- Friends of NACS
- An individual can become more engaged in NACS activities by becoming a Friend of NACS. There are no membership dues associated with becoming a Friend of NACS.
  
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  Existing members, renew your membership to continue to access benefits and tools that your organization needs to thrive in today's competitive market place.
  
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News
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- Our audience is part of a U.S. industry of more than 154,000 convenience stores with retailers who rely on information and insights from NACS to make them stronger and more profitable.
  
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Education
- NACS Leadership for Success
- The NACS Leadership for Success program provides rising leaders in the industry an invaluable opportunity to discover personal strengths that they can use to grow their career while creating a more profitable performance-oriented environment within their company.
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- NACS Loss Prevention and Safety Symposium
- December 3-4, 2024 | Dallas, TX
  
  The inaugural NACS Loss Prevention and Safety Symposium is the industry’s only and fully dedicated event designed exclusively for convenience retailers, wholesalers and suppliers who are seeking the latest insights, tools and resources that can help them proactively prepare for and mitigate risks.
  
  Learn More
- NACS Food Safety Forum
- April 13-14, 2026 | Schaumburg, IL
  
  The 2026 NACS Food Safety Forum will take place April 13-14 at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel in Schaumburg, IL. Presentations, interactive discussions and content are geared toward food safety, foodservice, and quality assurance professionals. The Food Safety Forum is the only industry-specific food safety event for the convenience retail community.
  
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- Webinars
- Sign up for upcoming webinars or browse through NACS’s video archive for industry best practices and case studies on a variety of topics and categories.
  
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- We offer best-in-class education for convenience industry leaders who are driven to gain the subject matter expertise and leadership skills needed to successfully respond to the challenges of a competitive industry.
Topics
- There are myriad issues that convenience stores face every day, whether inside the store, on the forecourt, in the back office or in the boardroom. Here are some of the many topics that NACS can help you discuss and develop strategies around to enhance your business.
  
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Advocacy
- We are the voice of our membership and industry on Capitol Hill. We relentlessly advocate for our members against harmful laws and regulations that can negatively impact their bottom lines.
Solutions
- Designed especially for c-stores, THRIVR is an integrated social media, reputation and listings management solution that helps you gain new customers, retain the ones you have and build basket size all around.
  
  Learn More
Research
- Purchase the Latest NACS State of the Industry Report®
  
  The convenience and fuel retailing industry’s premier benchmarking tool and the most comprehensive collection of data and trends. Discover what’s next and how to get there faster.
  
  Order Now
Events
- NACS Day on the Hill
  
  March 17-18, 2026
  Washington, DC
  
  NACS Day on the Hill helps convenience retailers just like you share their story with elected officials to show that convenience matters. Join us in March to advocate for your business, and ultimately, all c-stores across the United States.
  
  Learn More
Membership
- Don’t Forget to Renew Your Membership!
  Existing members, renew your membership to continue to access benefits and tools that your organization needs to thrive in today's competitive market place.
  
  Renew Now
News
- Read the latest issue of NACS Magazine for a monthly dose of insights, industry data and best practices from leading retailers.
  
  Read NACS Magazine
Education
- We offer best-in-class education for convenience industry leaders who are driven to gain the subject matter expertise and leadership skills needed to successfully respond to the challenges of a competitive industry.
Topics
- There are myriad issues that convenience stores face every day, whether inside the store, on the forecourt, in the back office or in the boardroom. Here are some of the many topics that NACS can help you discuss and develop strategies around to enhance your business.
  
  View Trending Topics

Love’s Maps Out 2026 Growth Plans

Love’s Maps Out 2026 Growth Plans

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Love’s Maps Out 2026 Growth Plans

Day on the Hill

Day on the Hill

Day on the Hill

Join Your Global Peers in Shanghai

Join Your Global Peers in Shanghai

Join Your Global Peers in Shanghai

Setting the Bar

Setting the Bar

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Research

Industry Benchmarks Made Possible By You

The driving force behind the annual NACS State of the Industry Report^® is the forward-thinking retailers who understand the value of their participation in our confidential survey.

Media

Celebrating 20 Years of Leadership With Henry Armour

From the growth of global engagement to transforming our NACS culture and cultivating future leaders, Armour's vision and guidance will take this industry to the next level.

Media

The Industry's No. 1 Magazine

NACS Magazine is your go-to resource for everything convenience. Our monthly issues capture industry-relevant topics and ideas designed to drive your business forward.

Research

Competitive Compensation Is the Key to Employee Retention

With the cost of turnover amplified by hiring and training costs, employee retention will help improve productivity and reduce store operating expenses.

Podcast

Insights From NRF 2026: Retail’s Big Show

Conexxus led a tour of exhibitors showcasing the emerging AI-driven and consumer-facing technologies coming to c-stores in the near future.

Blog

Amazon Go Wasn’t Built to Last

Yes, Amazon is shuttering its c-store concept, but the innovations are not going anywhere anytime soon.

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NACS Magazine

One of the more compelling applications for artificial intelligence is how it can optimize c-store menus and recipe development. If you want to know more, check out the "Making a Menu With AI" feature. Also inside this issue—our Foodservice issue—retailers and industry experts share how to create winning bakery programs, and how foodservice packaging is evolving.

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