April 21, 2026

As top-quartile chains expand outside their traditional operating areas, small and mid-sized regional chains are having to adapt to heightened competition. Retailers discuss how they’re staying competitive, from maximizing store profitability and leaning into the advantages that come with being mid-sized to adding vertical integration.

Change is coming fast — and the most successful convenience store operators will be those who prepare for it now. In this forward-looking session, we’ll explore the key trends, technologies, and consumer behaviors reshaping the convenience retail landscape — and how you can adapt to stay ahead.