Suzy Peel is now vice president of real estate development for GPM Investments, the wholly-owned subsidiary of Arko Corp.
“As Arko continues to invest in the growth and modernization of its network, including approximately 25 store remodels, five new-to-industry stores and 20 new cardlock locations, we recognized the need for an experienced leader to help scale and execute our development strategy,” the company said. “Suzy's proven track record in site development, capital deployment and strategic growth, combined with her deep industry relationships, make her well qualified to support these initiatives and help advance Arko’s long-term expansion plans.”
- GPM Investments is No. 10 on CSP’s 2026 Top 202 ranking of convenience-store chains by U.S. store count. Alimentation Couche-Tard is No. 2.
Peel has nearly 30 years of experience in real estate development. Before GPM, Peel worked for nearly three years at Sun Health, a nonprofit organization. From 1995 to 2023, she held various roles at Circle K, including leadership roles in acquisitions, market strategy and organizational development. Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. owns the Circle K brand.
Throughout her career, Peel has overseen the development of more than 230 new stores, managed portfolios with capital budgets approaching $500 million, GPM said in a statement.
“I’m excited to bring that experience to GPM’s growth strategy, with a focus on expanding new-to-industry cardlock fueling locations across the southern U.S.,” Peel said in a LinkedIn post.
GPM Investments has more than 1,500 stores under more than 25 regional store brands, including fas mart, Li’l Cricket and Scotchman.
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