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Podcast: Where to Build in 2022

How the pandemic, omnichannel retail and other trends redefined c-store growth

CHICAGO — Young workers are moving to smaller, more affordable urban centers in the South and West where potential jobs are in abundance, and retailers should take notice.

That’s according to Steve Dwyer, a CSP contributor and author of the 2022 “Where to Build Now” article in the 2022 Top 202 June issue of CSP magazine. Join Dwyer and Editor Jackson Lewis as they discuss which markets present development opportunities for retailers and how times have changed for brands looking to grow.

“At Your Convenience” brings industry experts and analysts together with CSP editors to discuss the latest in c-store news and trends. From mergers and acquisitions to foodservice and technology, the podcast delivers the story straight to listeners in short-format episodes, perfect for the morning commute or a quick break at the office.

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