Patel, a licensed pharmacist, whose family owns several other retail establishments in New York and Connecticut, said he was attracted to 7-Eleven's approach to convenience-store operations.
"7-Eleven leverages its scale to directly impact and improve store operations," Patel said [image-nocss] in a statement. "We converted our J.D. Foods business to 7-Eleven earlier this year, and, despite the traditionally slow winter months, we are already experiencing 30% to 35% higher sales volume."
New York City business, community and political leaders, together with 7-Eleven management, will take the stage Friday, March 27, to recognize this 100th BCP store milestone. Family entertainment, proprietary food and beverage sampling will be conducted during the event.
The day's festivities, running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., will include the cutting of a 7-foot, 11-inch sandwich, followed by goodies from 7-Eleven's Fresh Foods Program. Key 7-Eleven executive Jeffrey Schenck, senior vice president of National Franchise and Real Estate, will be on site to celebrate the opening.
Dallas-based 7-Eleven Inc.'s Business Conversion Program is a concept designed to boost store growth and offer more opportunities to existing store owners. Through BCP, the company seeks qualified independent operators of gas stations, as well as convenience, liquor or small grocery stores, and presents them with the opportunity to convert their business to a 7-Eleven store.
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