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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
- The NACS Payment Processing Program is designed to reduce card processing fees for unbranded convenience and fuel retailers.
  
  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.
  
  Purchase Now
Events
- It’s our time to reconnect in person at the 2021 NACS Show.
  
  LIVE in Chicago at McCormick Place, October 5-8
  
  This fall, tap into your industry community to share innovative ideas, solve problems, and lead the future of convenience retail—together. SAVE $150 when you register by September 24.
  
  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.
  
  Go to NACSMagazine.com
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

NACS News Ideas 2 Go Videos What Being an Essential Business Means

What Being an Essential Business Means

Posted: 1/12/2021 Length: 06:23

In 2020, Don Rhoads, President & CEO of The Convenience Group, responded to the pandemic and economic downturn at his Washington State convenience stores by reaching out to his neighbors and supporting the community in a big way.

What Being an Essential Business Means

2017 Ideas 2 Go: Minit Mart/The Convenience Group LLC

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