Technology/Services

Podcast: Jacksons Food Stores, Lula Convenience Discuss Shift to Digital Commerce

Listeners can learn how technology and strategy combine to drive growth in the convenience-store channel

In this “At Your Convenience” podcast, in partnership with C-StoreTEC, guest host Art Sebastian dives into the dynamic world of digital commerce and online ordering in the convenience-store industry.

Sebastian, NexChapter CEO, is joined by Kristin Sword from Jacksons Food Stores, Meridian, Idaho, and Adit Gupta from Lula Convenience, Philadelphia, to discuss the accelerated shift to digital commerce, driven by COVID-19 and the evolving demands of convenience consumers. Together, they explore the strategic execution behind successful digital commerce, the importance of quality training and the future of Jackson’s digital initiatives. Plus, they offer valuable tips for retailers just beginning their digital commerce journey.

  • Jacksons Food Stores is No. 26 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.

Tune in to learn about the power of partnership and how technology and strategy combine to drive growth in the convenience store sector, and don't miss out on future C-StoreTEC webinars, podcasts and the upcoming conference.

“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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