Foodservice

Podcast: Arko's Loyalty Pizza Program

Mike Bloom of GPM Investments shares details on the c-store chain's latest foodservice lineup

In this episode of “At Your Convenience,” CSP Editor Diane Adam talks with Mike Bloom, executive vice president and chief merchandising and marketing officer at GPM Investments, about the retailer’s latest enhanced food program rollout.

Bloom talks about the company’s pizza offering and the value it brings to its loyalty members. He also discusses the rollout of Nathan’s Famous hot dogs added to GPM Investments foodservice lineup.

  • GPM Investments is No. 6 on CSP’s 2024 Top 40 Update to the 2023 Top 202 ranking of U.S. c-store chains by store count. Watch for the full 2024 Top 202 ranking in the June issue of CSP magazine and in CSP Daily News

GPM’s family of brands includes Fas Mart, Shore Stop, Scotchman, BreadBox, Young’s, Li’l Cricket, Next Door Store, Village Pantry and Apple Market, among others c-store chains.

“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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