Erin Del Conte (Moderator)

Editor-in-Chief | CStore Decisions

Erin Del Conte serves as editor-in-chief of CStore Decisions. In this leadership role, she oversees content strategy across print, digital, podcasts and events, and leads the CStore Decisions’ editorial team. Erin brings nearly 20 years of experience in B2B magazine publishing, digital content and editorial production to her role. She has been covering the convenience store industry for CStore Decisions for more than 15 years, serving as associate editor, senior editor and executive editor during her tenure before taking on the role of editor-in-chief in 2023.

All Sessions by Erin Del Conte (Moderator)

  • April 20, 2026


  • 9:00 AM  - 9:45 AM
    Artificial Intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept—it's here and already reshaping the convenience retail landscape. In this eye-opening session, discover how AI is being used by forward-thinking c-store operators to enhance foodservice operations, streamline labor management, and solve everyday business challenges. You'll learn the steps you should be taking now to lay the groundwork for tomorrow.

  • 1:00 PM  - 1:45 PM
    In today’s competitive convenience retail landscape, effective merchandising is more than product placement — it’s a strategic tool for driving sales, enhancing the customer experience and boosting basket size. This session will explore proven merchandising strategies tailored for the c-store environment, from optimizing product adjacencies and signage to leveraging data and seasonal trends.

  • April 21, 2026


  • 9:00 AM  - 9:45 AM
    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.

  • 3:30 PM  - 4:00 PM
    In this closing session, participants will come together for an open group discussion to reflect on the key insights, experiences and lessons learned throughout the week. This is a chance to share personal takeaways, exchange ideas with peers and identify actionable steps to bring back home. Whether it’s a new strategy, a shift in mindset or a fresh connection, this session will help translate learning into meaningful action. Let’s talk about what’s resonated most — and how you plan to put it into practice.



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Sunday to Wednesday
December 23 to 26, 2022
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467 Davidson ave
Los Angeles CA 95716
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