As U.S. convenience stores seek new ways to drive sales beyond fuel and tobacco, functional beverages like Poppi are entering the mix. In early 2024, 7-Eleven began stocking the trendy prebiotic soda — soon to see a further brand boost with PepsiCo’s recent acquisition announcement....
In the first installment of a five-part series that I wrote last month for Vending Today, “M&A Best Practices – How to successfully sell your business,” we looked at the importance of advance planning and preparing your company in order to optimize the selling price. There is also one important question to ask as part of the process. Is your company invisible to the industry and your clients?
Legacy Bakehouse, a Wisconsin-based contract and private label manufacturer of baked snacks, has acquired Classic Cookie. The acquisition expands Legacy’s product categories and geographic reach while adding a retail brand with national distribution.
Celebrating the 40 Under 40 in the convenience services industry is essential to acknowledge and honor the emerging leaders who are shaping the future of vending, micro markets, and office coffee services. These young professionals infuse the industry with fresh perspectives, innovative solutions, and...
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