NACS Executive Leadership Class of 2019
The NACS Executive Leadership Program at Cornell University gives participants the leadership skills needed to successfully respond to the challenges of a competitive marketplace, providing opportunities to supplement experience with formalized instruction on skills needed to drive long-term organizational performance.
Held on the prestigious campus of Cornell University, this program helps convenience leaders:
- Reflect on and refine their leadership skills
- Prepare for the demands of key company roles
- Access 360-degree feedback assessments and individual coaching
- Engage in group case studies that build a network of peers to help address tomorrow’s business challenges
- Hear from top industry leaders speaking to today’s biggest challenges in the workforce
The program has been customized for the convenience and fuel retailing industry, and is administered by faculty in the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, recently ranked in the top 10 best undergraduate business schools by U.S News and World Report.
For any questions or to request more information, please contact:
Brandi Mauro
Education Program Manager
bmauro@convenience.org
(703) 518-4223
Endowed by
“It was one of the most educational trainings I’ve ever had. Meeting so many people from the industry, from across the globe, made the experience truly unique!”
-Kerstin Meier, Head of Key Account Management, Lekkerland SE & Co. KG
“The course was amazing, from start to finish. The content is top notch! The Cornell faculty did an amazing job keeping all participants fully engaged— which is not an easy task given our fast-paced and ever-changing landscape.”
-Matthew Solly, Fuel Operations Director, Circle K Stores, Inc.
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The NACS Master of Convenience designation acknowledges the hard work and investment NACS members have made in their personal leadership development. It is awarded to convenience retailers who have attended 3 or more of the 5 NACS Executive Education programs. For questions, contact Brandi Mauro, NACS Education Program Manager: bmauro@convenience.org or (703) 518-4223.
Individuals preparing to take on key leadership roles in NACS retail member companies should attend the NACS Executive Leadership Program. This program provides opportunities to supplement experience with formalized instruction on skills needed to drive long-term organizational performance. Past participants include:
- Presidents and CEOs
- CFOs and Controllers
- Vice Presidents
- Directors of Store Operations
- Operations Managers
- Territory Managers
Participant Roles
Participating Companies Include
- Circle K Stores Inc.
- Kum & Go, L.C.
- Ipiranga Produtos de Petróleo S.A.
- Shell International Oil Company Limited
The NACS Executive Leadership Program will give attendees the opportunities to:
- Refine leadership skills
- Prepare for the demands of key company roles
- Learn from exceptional faculty, business leaders and a network of high-performance peers
- Access 360 Degree Feedback Assessments and individual coaching provided by faculty of Cornell's Johnson School of Management
- Engage in group case studies that help participants build a network of peers to help address tomorrow's business challenges
- Hear from top industry leaders speaking to today's biggest challenges in the workforce
- Network beyond the classroom
To get a better understanding of what the program offers, take a look at the Program Curriculum (PDF). The curriculum is subject to change.
The NACS Executive Leadership Program takes place on the prestigious Ivy League Cornell University campus. The program is administered by faculty in the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, recently ranked number three in Bloomberg BusinessWeek's rankings of undergraduate business programs.
Apply now to be considered for the 2020 NACS Executive Leadership Program! The goal of this application process is to ensure attendee experience and goals align with the program, delivering a robust experience for all attendees. The deadline for applications is Monday, August 31.
A tuition endowment from RAI Trade Marketing Services Company makes this program most affordable for all NACS retail member companies. With financial support from RAI, program tuition is $3,995, which includes instruction, course materials, assessments, lodging and scheduled meals and entertainment.
Please note: Registration is limited to retailer, distributor, and state association member companies only.
Cornell University
Statler Hotel
130 Statler Drive
Ithaca, NY 14853
Lodging at Cornell’s Statler Hotel and scheduled meals are included in the total cost of the program. NACS will handle the booking of your room.
The cancellation deadline is September 1, 2020. Transfer of registration to another person within your company may be possible and will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Registration cancellations must be sent in writing and emailed to bmauro@convenience.org. All cancellations received on or before September 1, 2020 could be charged a $250 administrative fee. After September 1, 2020, the full amount of the registration fee could be forfeited.
Your hotel is reserved when you register for the Executive Leadership Program. If you are unable to attend the program, need to cancel, and have alerted Brandi Mauro (
bmauro@convenience.org) of your cancellation request, then NACS will handle the cancellation of your hotel.
Given the current CDC recommendations, masks will be required for all.
Participants are encouraged to bring their own masks; however, masks will be available if needed.
NACS and Cornell will follow the recommendations of the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). If gloves are recommended in November, then gloves will be provided for all participants and masks made available.
Yes, sanitizing stations will be available throughout the facilities.
If you are not allowed entrance due to COVID concerns, then NACS and the university will work to deliver a comparable experience for the attendee. Refunds will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
The university will observe social-distancing guidelines. Classroom set-ups will ensure safe distances between attendees. Break areas and the dining room will also have modified spacing as well.
Yes. If travel bans are in place, then NACS will provide registration refunds or deferrals to next year. Please alert Brandi Mauro at bmauro@convenience.org as soon as possible and prior to September 1, 2020 to make the necessary changes.
If the program needs to be cancelled, then you will be notified prior to September.
All registered participants will be notified of updates or changes via direct email as soon as they are made. In addition, the program’s webpage will also be kept up to date.
While social distancing guidelines are in effect, handshaking is not advised.
Cleaning policies are in line with the university’s guidelines and CDC recommendations.
Cornell is following New York Department of Health guidelines as well as receiving updates from university leadership who are closely following government guidelines for the health and safety of our students, participants, visitors, faculty and staff.
Cayuga Medical Center is located 3.3 miles away from the academic building. Urgent care facilities are nearby with an on-call doctor.
NACS and Cornell will observe and follow the recommendations of the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Resources: For the latest industry information and updates, please visit our COVID-19 Resources page, which is updated regularly in consultation with government and public health officials as well as venue partners as new guidance becomes available.