NYACS STOREfronts Quarterly: 2nd Quarter 2024

NYACS RETAIL

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

CHAIR

Christian King, KNC Holdings Inc.

TREASURER

Chad Kiesow, Stewart’s Shops

LEGISLATIVE CHAIR

Don Neugebauer, Pompey Mall

CONVENTION/NOMINATING CHAIR

NYACS ASSOCIATE BOARD

CHAIR

Case Marshall, Pit Stop Convenience Stores

DIRECTORS

Michael Clifford, Cliff’s Local Market

Sandro D’Introno, Mirabito Energy Products

Peter Elliott, Jr., Sonbyrne Sales Inc.

Mickey Jamal, CPD Energy Corp.

Tariq Khan, Sentar Fuel Co.

Ken Perelli, Quicklee’s

Lenny Smith, Reid Stores Inc. dba Crosby’s

Bill Tencza, QuickChek Corporation

Tim Wiant, United Refining Co./Kwik Fill

Randy Williams, Dandy Mini Marts

James Kolb, Perry’s Ice Cream

VICE CHAIR

Rachel Ciotti, Altria Group Distribution Co.

SECRETARY

Justin Borzomati, Reynolds Marketing Svcs. Co.

IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR

Denny McMichael, Ultimate Sales & Service

MEMBERS

Josh Altman, Mountain/Service Distributors

Rick Boyer, Ellis Coffee Co.

Mary Ann Brady, HP Hood

Kyle Feldman, National Convenience Distributors

Charles Irons, McLane Company Inc.

Aron Johnson, Anheuser-Busch Inc.

Melissa McCormack, Pepsi Beverages Company

Lou Pazderski, Tripifoods Inc.

Marcia Russo, Acosta

Dave Trent, Swisher

NYACS STAFF

PRESIDENT

Kent Sopris

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Alison Ritchie

The Plot

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

11:00 am Golf Tournament

@ Drumlin’s Country Club

6:30 pm Welcome Party

@ Eleven Waters

Thursday, May 16, 2024

9:00 am Free Retailer Workshops

@ The Oncenter

Enter to win Lainey Wilson tickets!

10:15 am Red Carpet and Walk of Fame

@ The Oncenter

Welcome address and recognition of NYACS C-Star Awards nominees

10:45 am Trade Show Opens

@ The Oncenter

Cash Prize Drawings, Pick-A-Prize Auction, & so much more!

5:00 pm Chairman’s Banquet

@ Marriott Syracuse Downtown

New York Convenience Store Hall of Fame Induction

The Big Picture

From Script to Screen: Producing Your Blockbuster Leadership Strategy

Tim Ahern, Principal and Founder of Ahern, Murphy & Associates

With a comprehensive look at the meaning of leadership, Tim will guide participants in defining their individual leadership plans. Learn the differences between managers and leaders, understand common leadership myths that hold us back, and develop your personal leadership EQ. Ahern, Murphy & Associates is recognized as one of the premier Leadership and Organizational Development firms in upstate NY.

Big Picture Tech: AI Today and Tomorrow

Myra Kressner, Co-Founder of Vision Group Network

Myra will moderate this workshop featuring insights from Convenience Leaders Vision Group (CLVG) and Convenience Technology Vision Group (CTVG) discussions about the impact of and potential for technology and AI in the convenience store industry. Attendees will learn about pilot programs, challenges, successes, and concerns identified by industry experts and will gain valuable perspective from the experiences of NY c-store owners and operators.

Adjusting the Lens: Retail Theft Perspectives and Solutions Presenter TBD

Regardless of geographic location, retailers across New York have faced

increasing amounts of retail theft and violence toward employees. Collectively this cost retailers over $4 billion last year. A representative from the New York State Police and the New York State Crime Analysis Center will join us to discuss this issue more in-depth.

Regulatory Reel: A Frame-by-Frame Update on Tobacco Today

David Spross, Executive Director, National Association of Tobacco Outlets

NATO’s new leader gives an up-tothe-minute report on FDA tobacco regulations and tobacco-related legislation on the federal, state, and local levels. Learn how these regulations and legislative efforts can impact your store(s).

A Real Whodunit: Inside Foodborne Outbreak Investigations

Alexandra Newman and Madhu Anand, New York State Department of Health

As c-stores continue to ramp up their food service game, some might wonder what happens behind the scenes if and when a foodborne illness outbreak affects the industry. In this workshop, experts from the New York State Department of Health will give attendees an inside look at how outbreaks are identified and investigated. Using examples and historical data, our presenters will explain the process of containing and controlling outbreaks and how they collaborate with other agencies to get the job done.

Starring

Exhibitors as of 4/22/24

Acosta

ADD Systems

Allen Associates Inc.

Molson Coors

Monster Brewing Company

Monster Energy Company

Altria Group Distribution Co.

Anheuser-Busch

Apter Industries

Arctic Glacier USA Inc.

Assured Inventory

BeatBox Beverages

BIC Corporation

Big Mozz

Boston Beer Company

Buckedup Energy

BuzzBallz

CAT Scale Company

Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast

Constellation

Core-Mark

DeIorio Foods Inc.

Dots New York

E-Alternative Solutions LLC

Ellis Coffee Company

Empire Petroleum Services

Equipment Resources and Solutions

Farmer Jon’s Popcorn

FIFCO USA

Flowers Foods

Frito Lay

Geloso Beverage Group

Gerharz Equipment

Guertin Distributors Inc.

Heartland

Hudson Valley Food Brokers

Hunt Brothers Pizza

HWY Partners Grant Sales

Ice Company of Elmira

Intelli-Call Communications Inc.

ITG

Javo Beverage Company

Juul Labs Inc.

Keurig Dr Pepper

Lanovara Specialty Foods

Maplewood Ice Co. Inc.

Marathon Petroleum Company

Mark Anthony Brands

McLane Company

MostEdge Mountain/Service Distributors

My ATM Guys

National Convenience

Distributors

National Tobacco

New Belgium Brewing

NOCO Dealer LLC

Novamex

Oberto

Ohserase Manufacturing

Orkin LLC

P3-NNY/Lake Effect Sales & Marketing

Paul Delima Coffee Co.

Pepsi Beverages Company

Perry’s Ice Cream

Petroleum Processing Solutions

Polar Beverages

Premier Manufacturing

Queen City Fresh Foods

R.M. Dalrymple Co. Inc.

Retail Management Inc.

Reynolds Marketing Svcs. Co.

S&S InnoVisors

S&W Services Inc.

Sahlen Packing Company

Spirit Water

Spree Bar

Sunny Sky Products

Sunoco LP

Swedish Match

Swisher

T&J Electrical Associates LLC

Tactiq

The Image Press

The Vita Coco Company

Tri-State Marketing Associates

Tripifoods Inc.

Ultimate Sales

Upstate Niagara Cooperative

Vault

Weldon Service & Repair LLC

Zippo Manufacturing

New Associate Members

Assured Inventory Loss

Prevention Services

Joe Correia • 315-952-7508

joe.correia@assuredinventorylps.com assuredinventorylps.com

Category: Consulting

Boston Beer Company

Mark Lore mark.lore@bostonbeer.com 518-960-8683 bostonbeer.com

Category: Brewers

BuckedUp Energy

Mike McIntrye mike.mcintyre@buckedup.com 315-913-9172

buckedup.com

Category: Beverage Producers

Farmer Jon’s Popcorn

Steven Demott • 585-770-8765

steven@farmerjonspopcorn.com farmerjonspopcorn.com

Category: Snacks

Global Facilities Managers

David Reynoso

347-380-8787

david.j.reynoso@gmail.com gfmngt.com

Category: Real Estate

LaBella PC

Aaron Yecies 518-470-6358

ayecies@labellapc.com labellapc.com

Category: Consulting

Lanovara Specialty Foods Inc.

Robert Salisbury • 585-475-0550 rsalisbury@lanovara.com lanovara.com

Category: Baked Goods

Maplewood Ice Co. Inc.

Paige Foote • 518-795-0340 paige@maplewoodice.com maplewoodice.com

Category: Packaged Ice

T&J Electrical Associates

Nick Sestito • 518-527-4835 nicks@tandjelectric.com tandjelectric.com Category: Equipment Repair

Tactiq

Nicholas Rush • 262-388-5388 nick@tactiqtech.com tactiqtech.com

Category: Computer Software

New Retail Members

Greenville Eats LLC

Jessie Scofield-Murphy 518-755-6813

11148 NY - 32 Greenville, NY 12083

One store in Greene County

Hugos General Store

Corinne White 802-760-9556

13242 NYS Route 9N Jay, NY 12941

One store in Essex County

Ra-Menes Food & Gas LLC

Johnny Pertillar 315-264-7356

304 Mertens Ave Syracuse, NY 13203

One store in Onondaga County

WEM Holdings Inc. dba Fulton Save A Lot

James Mirabito 315-591-3211

364 West 1st St South Fulton, NY 13069

One store in Oswego County

Weldon Service & Repair

Nathan Weldon • 585-502-8778 nathan@weldonservice.com weldonservice.com

Category: Equipment Repair

2024 New York Convenience Store Hall of Fame Inductees

The New York Convenience Store Hall of Fame was established by NYACS in 1996 to honor retailers and suppliers for extraordinary leadership, achievement, and service to New York’s convenience store industry. This year’s inductees will be honored at the Chairman’s Banquet at the Marriott Syracuse Downtown on May 16th.

Rich Mirabito, Mirabito Convenience Stores

Rich joined the NYACS Retail Board of Directors in 2012 and served through 2023. He was instrumental in establishing our relationship with the Empire Center for Public Policy, a non-profit think tank dedicated to promoting public policy reforms grounded in free-market principles, personal responsibility, and the ideals of effective and accountable government. Rich’s extensive knowledge of the industry and deep commitment to NYACS’ long-term success made him an especially impactful leader.

Denny McMichael, Ultimate Sales

Denny joined the NYACS Associate Board in 2012 and served as its Chairman in 2021 and 2022. His role as a Vice President NE of Ultimate Sales has kept him abreast of current issues facing New York c-store chains. Denny’s leadership after COVID-19 impacted NYACS’ ability to hold inperson trade shows was instrumental in bringing our industry back together.

WIN at the NYACS Trade Show!

Six cash prize drawings with prizes ranging from $25 to $500 on the trade show floor. Every retailer gets one free entry!

Pick-A-Prize Auction prizes include an Apple Watch, Coach bag, and VR headset. Every retailer gets one free auction ticket!

Retailers who submit an evaluation after their workshop will be entered to win 2 tickets to see Lainey Wilson on June 21st!

Front & Center

LatestnewsaboutNYACSMemberRetailersandSuppliers

Chestnut Market welcomed marketing executive Abigail Cerra to its team, bringing extensive loyalty acumen to the Hudson Valley retailer. Cerra’s previous position as senior manager of innovation and brand marketing at Charleston, South Carolinabased Refuel Operating Co. LLC prepared her for the opportunity to establish a bestin-class loyalty program for Chestnut.

McLane Company Inc. has introduced the Emerging Brands online marketplace, enabling convenience-store retailers to expand their product range with new, innovative, and trending brands. With consumer demand for unique products on the rise, McLane aims to provide retailers of all sizes with a platform to customize their offerings and cater to evolving consumer preferences. Utilizing technology from Mable, the platform offers retailers the opportunity to access a wide array of local, new-to-market, and smallbatch products with low order minimums and rapid processing, allowing for quick experimentation and adaptation to consumer trends.

CrossAmerica Partners is set to acquire 59 convenience stores from Applegreen.

In late 2018, CrossAmerica entered into long-term agreements with Applegreen for Florida stores, initially comprising 43 locations with plans to expand to 60 by year-end, marking an investment for the long-term. However, these lease agreements are ending following CrossAmerica’s acquisition of 106 c-stores from 7-Eleven in 2021 and fuel supply contracts from Community Service Stations for $27.5 million in 2022.

Global Partners has unveiled a fresh brand identity with a new logo, color scheme, and tagline, reflecting its commitment to sustainable energy alternatives and community service. The stylized “O” in the logo symbolizes past, present, and future liquid fuels, while the new color palette represents the company’s vitality and confidence for the future. The tagline, “Putting our Energy to Work,” encapsulates the company’s dedication to providing energy solutions while embracing sustainability initiatives, highlighted by investments in renewable energy sources and the transformation of retail locations into experiential destinations offering fresh, local products and innovative designs.

Reid Stores Inc. dba Crosby’s presented a check of more than $91,000 to the Oishei Children’s Hospital in March. The donation was raised through different campaigns, including The Mafia Pizza, where 17 cents from every slice of pizza purchased was donated. The gift will go directly to the Patricia Allen Fund which is named for Bills quarterback Josh Allen’s grandmother who passed away in 2020.

Mirabito Convenience Stores raised $78,000 to support the Honor Flight Network, aiming to fly and bus veterans from Mirabito communities to memorials in Washington, DC. The initiative, which ran across all of its stores, reflects Mirabito’s commitment to giving back to veterans, with funds collected during March donated to local Honor Flight hubs in Upstate New York. The campaign allows customers to join Mirabito in expressing gratitude to veterans by rounding up their purchases and contributing to the cause.

National Convenience Distributors has named Patrick Dillon VP of foodservice. He will lead NCD’s diverse foodservice programs, encompassing various categories such as hot foods, coffee, and deli, including access to a test kitchen for product trials.

With over two decades of experience in the c-store and oil and gas sectors, Dillon has overseen the development and management of foodservice programs for brands like Alltown Café, Laredo Taco Company, and Red Kap Café, and has collaborated with major franchising brands like Dunkin Donuts and McDonald’s.

Dandy Mini Marts and Stewart’s Shops recently introduced waffle sandwiches to their foodservice menus. Dandy’s is featuring a LTO Maple Waffle Sandwich, which includes a crispy piece of chicken drizzled with Mike’s Hot Honey and inserted between a maple-flavored waffle bun, and has also added a series of waffle sandwich selections to the breakfast menu. At Stewart’s, the Spicy Chicken Wafflewich combines their spicy chicken patty with maple-infused waffles to create the perfect harmony of heat and sweet. The iconic pairing of chicken and waffles, which originated as a Southern staple, has made its way into NY c-stores!

BIC Corporation unveiled its latest collection of licensed lighters called the Icons series, showcasing Hollywood and music legends Marilyn Monroe and Elvis Presley. The series pays homage to these midcentury celebrities whose images have become synonymous with popular culture.

Send your company news to alison@nyacs.org!

New York State Passes Its Budget

On April 20th, the State Legislature and Governor agreed to and finalized the state budget. NYACS was successful in two out of our three top budget items - Retail Theft and COVID Leave. There was no action taken regarding the Frequency of Pay concerns, which NYACS will continue to monitor and provide any updates. Read on for summary of NYACS-related items that were included in the state budget.

Retail Theft

• Establish the Commercial Security Tax Credit: This is a tax credit of $3,000 to qualified businesses with 50 or fewer employees that will help offset the cost of retail theft protection measures. In order to qualify for the credit a business with 1-25 employees must have spent $4,000 on security measures and a business with 26-50 employees must have spent $6,000.

• Increase Penalty for the Assault of Retail Workers: The final budget language makes assault of a retail worker a Class E Felony.

• Make It Illegal to Foster the Sale of Stolen Goods Online: The budget makes it illegal to foster the sale of stolen goods which will carry a penalty of a class A misdemeanor. A person is guilty of fostering the sale of stolen goods if they use any internet website, application, online marketplace, digital service, or any other platform to sell retail goods which has been stolen.

• Aggregation for Grand Larceny: The budget allows for various degrees of grand larceny to include the aggregation of the value of stolen retail goods and merchandise. If the aggregate value of all such property regardless of whether the goods or merchandise were stolen from the same owner exceeds $1,000, the penalty will be elevated to Grand Larceny in the 4th Degree (E Felony). If the aggregate value exceeds $3,000, the penalty will be elevated to Grand Larceny in the 3rd Degree (D Felony). If the aggregate value exceeds $50,000, the penalty will be elevated to Grand Larceny in the 2nd

Degree (C Felony). If the aggregate value exceeds $1 million, the penalty will be elevated to Grand Larceny in the 1st Degree (B Felony).

Cannabis Enforcement

• The Budget also included language that strengthened illegal cannabis enforcement but left out any additional support to crack down on illegal vapes!

• Localities can now padlock a shop immediately provided that the shop has sold cannabis to children, is operating next to a school, selling unregulated cannabis, or having illegal firearms on site. Violating a padlock order is now a Class A misdemeanor.

• Municipalities outside New York City will have the power to create their own cannabis enforcement schemes by passing new local laws.

Human Resources

• Breast Milk Expression: The final budget requires paid breaks for up to 30 minutes for breast milk expression.

• COVID Leave: This leave has been extended for another year and will expire on July 31, 2025.

Air & Vacuum Machines

Air Robo LLC

Mr. Aaron Beichner 716-665-2206 x28 abeichner@airrobo.com roboenterprisesinc.com

Local, family owned and operated provider of Air and Vacuum Programs with the best service in the market, bar none!

AirOne Technology LLC

Mr. Daniel Burrows 315-380-7172 horizonspecialty@aol.com

Installation of air and vacuum vending machines at gas stations.

ATM Services

My ATM Guys

Mr. Eric Stewart 877-876-9286 eric@myatmguys.com MyATMGuys.com

Full Service ATM solution.

Southern Tier ATM

Mr. Dick Wilbur 800-873-2394 rwilbur@sotier.com sotier.com

Where ATMs come from! Largest independent ATM provider in NYS. Sales, service, processing, placements, upgrades for 3DES. Member BBB, in business since 1972.

Baked Goods

Lanovara Specialty Foods Inc.

Mr. Robert Salisbury 585-475-0550 rsalisbury@lanovara.com lanovara.com

Located in Rochester NY, we are a commercial bakery making cookies, cannoli, cream puffs, eclairs moon cookies, sheet cakes and brownies and other specialty baked items.

Mrs. Freshley’s/Flower Foods

Mr. Tony DeLisle 508-851-4397 tony.delisle@flocorp.com mrsfreshleys.com

Providing retailers, customers and consumers with the widest selection of highquality baked snack cakes and donuts available on the market today.

Beverage Distributor

DeCrescente Distributing Co.

Mr. Mike Cambage 518-664-9866 x8137 m.cambage@decrescente.com decrescente.com

Local, family-owned business since 1948, distributing beer, wine, spirits, and soft drinks to 11 counties in eastern New York

McCraith Beverages

Mr. Tom McCraith 315-768-2337 tmccraith@mccraithbev.com mccraithbeverages.com

Local, family-owned business servicing 10 counties in Central NY for over 50 years. Distributing Beer, Wine, Spirits, Soft Drinks, New Age, Water, Energy Drinks and Snacks

Beverage Producer

Alder Creek Beverages LLC

Mr. Paul Rayhill 315-942-4900 x237 paul@aldercreekllc.com nirvanaspring.com

Manufacturer of the best tasting natural spring water located on our pristine 1,700 acres at the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains.

BuckedUp Energy

Mr. Mike McIntyre 315-913-9172 mike.mcintyre@buckedup.com buckedup.com Performance Energy

Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast Inc.

Mr. Ryan Paveglio rpaveglio@cokenortheast.com coca-cola.com

Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast is the 8th largest bottler in the US and represents just over 5% of US volume. Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast was established in 1977 and is headquartered in Bedford, New Hampshire.

Geloso

Beverage Group

Mr. Tom Robson 585-536-9521 trobson@gelosobev.com gelosobeveragegroup.com

Located in Rochester NY, offering cocktail-like products under the Johny Bootlegger label (12%) and Clubtails “Cocktail in a Can.”

Javo Beverage Company

Mr. Peter Woodhouse 607-377-2318 pwoodhouse@javobeverage.com JavoBeverage.com

An extraction company that uses a proprietary process to produce fresh, clean-labeled coffee, tea and botanical extracts for the food and beverage industry. We also offer private-label and custom product development solutions.

Keurig Dr Pepper

Mr. Allen Michnevich 585-430-9817

allen.michnevich@kdrp.com keurigdrpepper.com

One of the largest beverage companies in the Americas. Dr Pepper, Snapple, 7 Up, Motts, Sunkist, A&W, and Canada Dry.

Mark Anthony Brands

Mr. David Clements 518-365-4844 dclements@mikeshard.com markanthony.com

Flavored malt alcohol supplier.

Monster Brewing Company

Ms. Christina Glasser 412-726-2434 christina@canarchy.beer canarchy.beer

We are a disruptive collective of innovators, committed to producing superior quality and great tasting beverages that satisfy any occasion.

Monster Energy Drinks

Mr. Nick Paquette 978-872-7525 nicholas.paquette@monsterenergy.com monsterenergy.com

The meanest energy supplement on the planet; a wicked mega hit that delivers twice the buzz of a regular energy drink.

Novamex

Mr. Michael Telesca 845-527-1166 michael.telesca@novamex.com novamex.com Premier Beverages

Pepsi Beverages Co.

Ms. Melissa McCormack 607-343-8394

melissa.mccormack@pepsico.com pepsico.com

Founded in 1893 by New Bern, NC druggist Caleb Bradham. Brand Pepsi & other Pepsi-Cola products account for nearly a third of US soft drink sales.

Polar Beverages

Mr. Michael Fuller 518-810-8710 mfuller@polarbev.com polarbeverages.com

A 4th generation family owned business since 1882 with a commitment to its consumers by providing the highest quality, healthy and unique beverages available today.

Red Bull North America

Mr. George Galante 716-706-9211 george.galante@us.redbull.com redbull.com/us-en

Unique combination of high quality ingredients that vitalize body and mind.

Saginaw Distributors

Mr. Steve Paul 585-766-1251 steve@saginawdistribution.com saginawdistribution.com

Providing top quality products to those who understand the value CBD provides.

NYACS STOREfronts

Soulless Ginger Ale

Mr. Ryan Chaif 315-836-6154 ryan@drinksoulless.com drinksoulless.com

Our delicious ginger based line of beverages are a non-alcoholic and low sugar option to enjoy while you are anywhere and doing anything.

Spirit Water

Ms. Julia Tronco 518-380-3250 drinkspiritwater@gmail.com drinkspirit.com

A sustainable company that responsibly sources water from the US and packages it in infinitely recyclable and reusable aluminum bottles, promoting environmental consciousness and cleaner living.

Stratus Group

Mr. Scott Reynolds 646-734-2742 scott@stratusgp.com drinkkoe.com

Brewer

Anheuser Busch Inc.

Mr. Aron Johnson 703-462-3256 aron.johnson@anheuser-busch.com anheuser-busch.com

Leading global brewer and one of the world’s top 5 consumer products companies. Portfolio of more than 200 beer brands.

Boston Beer Company

Mr. Mark Lore 518-960-8683 mark.lore@bostonbeer.com bostonbeer.com

The brewers of Twisted Tea, Truly Hard Seltzer, Angry Orchard Hard Cider, Samuel Adams, Dogfish Head, and More!

FIFCO USA

Mr. Tim Cole 585-303-8497 tim.cole@fifco.com nabreweries.com

Among the top 6 volume brewers in the US. Brands include Labatt, Genesee, Magic Hat, Seagram’s Escapes, Seagram’s Spiked, Honey Brown and Pyramid.

Molson Coors

Mr. Bill LaBrake 315-373-6392 william.labrake@molsoncoors.com molsoncoors.com

Coors light, Miller Lite, Molson Canadian, St Archer Gold, Blue Moon, Peroni, Leinenkugel’s, Arnold Palmer Spiked, Cape Line, Keystone, Milwaukee’s Best

New Belgium Brewing

Mr. Michael DImperio 240-444-1383 mdimperio@newbelgium.com newbelgium.com

Prominent craft brewery, makers of the Voodoo Ranger and Fat Tire brands along with Bells Two Hearted & Oberon.

Broker

Acosta

Ms. Marcia Russo 315-488-4797 mrusso@acosta.com acosta.com

The Sales & Marketing powerhouse behind the most recognized brands across all categories, and a proven resource for customers, providing both headquarter and retail support and solutions.

Cascadia Managing Brands LLC

Mr. Robert Sipper 914-850-6067 bobs@cascadiafoodbev.com cascadiamanagingbrands.com Brand management company.

Hudson Valley Food Brokers

Ms. Lizz Close 518-786-9174

lizz@hudsonvalleyfoodbrokers.com hudsonvalleyfoodbrokers.com

A partnership of two companies A family-owned, independent full-service broker serving the food industry for more than two decades.

HWY/Grant Sales

Mr. Jeff Grant 518-399-6266

jgrant@hwypartners.com hwypartners.com

A partnership of two companies (Grant Sales in New York and Harold W. Young in New England) giving manufacturers regional coverage from Boston to Buffalo.

Maxwell McKenney

Ms. Joanne Perniciaro-VanBuskirk 518-222-8768 joanne@maxmck.com maxmck.com

Representing manufacturers of categoryleading brands since 1929, we go to market with distributors serving businesses and institutions.

S & S InnoVisors

Mr. Michael Sears 518-899-6592 michaelsears@ssfoodbroker.com ssfoodbroker.net

Representing food service, frozen foods, bakery as well as “innovative for you” snacks in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, “thinking outside the box” assessments to increase sales.

Ultimate Sales & Services

Mr. Denny McMichael 315-247-3231

dmcmichael@ultimate-sales.com thebestcstorebroker.com

Full-service C-store broker specializing in beverages, sports nutrition, foodservice, general merchandise. “Convenience is not a division of our company, it is our company.”

Candy & Gum

Perfetti Van Melle

Mr. Joshua Geist 513-680-8917 joshua.geist@us.pvmgrp.com perfettivanmelle.com

#3 global non-chocolate company producing and distributing candy, gum and mints in 130 countries around the world and helping grow sales/profits at C-stores nationwide.

Coffee & Tea

Barrie House Coffee Co. LLC

Mr. Scott Montgomery 914-377-2540 smontgomery@barriehouse.com barriehouse.com

Family-owned coffee roaster of premium, handcrafted coffee products for over 80 years. Offering the finest selections for retail, e-commerce, hospitality industries & direct customers.

Ellis Coffee Company

Mr. Rick Boyer 800-822-3984x464 rboyer@elliscoffee.com elliscoffee.com

Oldest family-owned, full-service, ISO certified coffee company in existence today.

McCullagh Coffee Inc.

Mr. Warren Emblidge III 716-856-3473 wemblidge@mccullaghcoffee.com mccullaghcoffee.com

Roasters of fine coffees since 1867. Full-service and branded programs.

Paul Delima Coffee Co.

Mr. Michael Garlick 315-457-3725 x117 mgarlick@delimacoffee.com www.delimacoffee.com

State-of-the-art roasting and packing facility in Cicero NY. Roasting specialty coffees in a variety of formats and sizes for 100 years.

Computer Software

ADD Systems

Mr. Scott Wright 973-584-4026 x1165 wrights@addsys.com addsys.com

Since 1973, working hand-in-hand with clients to understand their operational and accounting needs and develop hardware and software solutions.

Computer Software (con’t)

Attain Wholesale

Mr. David Alper 510-681-6416 david@joinattain.com joinattain.com

An exciting new startup focusing on connecting convenience store operators and their suppliers. Attain’s easy-to-use all-in-one app allows c-stores to purchase from their suppliers, and gives suppliers the tools to efficiently receive orders.

Compliance Safe

Ms. Eva Strasburger 512-657-2731 eva@strasglobal.com compliancesafe.com

Revolutionizing document compliance management to monitor, track, and protect your business-critical documents, so your business stays in compliance and your doors stay open.

Minoa

Mr. Malte Lange 509-339-4895 malte.lange@joinminoa.com joinminoa.com

We enable convenience stores to rent out shelf space for guaranteed income and inventory-less selection while offering the hottest new products.

Sheats CNY Technologies

Mr. Michael Sheats 800-590-9682 mike@cnytechnologies.com cnytechnologies.com

Provider of fuel control point of sale systems, store loyalty systems, and busines solutions. Loyalty host software certified by Verifone for Commander and Ruby system POS.

SaveAround Partner Solutions Inc.

dba Velocity Logic Group

Ms. Jackie Gow 607-584-5106 jackie@velocitylogicgroup.com velocitylogicgroup.com

Loyalty program software for c-stores! From Clubs, Tobacco Loyalty, Points, Order Ahead, Targeted Offers, Apps, and mobile Payment; we have what you need to grow your business.

Tactiq

Mr. Nick Rush 262-388-5388 nick@tactiqtech.com tactiqtech.com

Invoicing and inventory software

Consulting

Assured Inventory Loss Prevention Services

Mr. Joe Correia 315-952-7508

joe.correia@assuredinventorylps.com assuredinventorylps.com

An inventory company that specializes in the c-store industry. The founders came from Nice N Easy so we know the importance of an accurate count! With over 30 years of inventory experience come see why you can count on us!

LaBella PC

Mr. Aaron Yecies 518-470-6358 ayecies@labellapc.com labellapc.com

Nationally recognized Design Professional Corporation offering four key services: Buildings, Energy, Infrastructure, and Environmental; 36 office locations.

Retail Management Inc.

Mr. Steve Morris 612-275-1047

smorris@retailmgmtinc.com retailmanagementinc.com

We “run” your store on your behalf. Operations, Marketing, Accounting. All of it, some of it, and everything in between. We run your store FOR you.

Credit Card Processing

Heartland Payment Systems

Mr. Andrew Carroll 518-469-1370 andrew.carroll@e-hps.com heartlandpaymentsystems

Fairness and transparency are our core values. Our Merchant Bill of Rights promotes fair payment processing practices on behalf of our business owners. Servicing 44% of petroleum and C-Store market throughout NY and US.

Intelli-Call Communications Inc.

Mr. Jeff Wittenbrader 570-814-0706 jeffw@buyatmdirect.com buyatmdirect.com

Convenience store services including ATM deployment and Merchant-owned processing, Air Vending, Merchant Services and POS systems.

Payment Processing Consultants Inc

Mr. Mike DiNardo 585-249-0110 mike@ppcsales.com ppcsales.com

Full-service, low cost provider of credit card, debit card, checks & loyalty/gift card acceptance. Personalized service and a lifetime warranty on equipment.

Petroleum Card Services

Ms. Michelle Griswold 775-433-8926 michelleg@pcs4fuel.com pcs4fuel.com

PCS has specialized in affordable and reliable merchant service solutions for the petroleum & c-store industries since 1999 with a focal point on POS system integrations.

Custom Apparel

Calleo Logowear

Mr. Henry Calleo Jr. 607-743-4616 henrynicholas@calleo-usa.com calleo.com

Uniform programs and custom apparel

Dairy Products

Byrne Dairy Inc.

Mr. Jeremy Touranjoe 315-475-2121 jeremy.touranjoe@byrnedairy.com byrnedairy.com

Through the traditions of a family-owned business, our mission is to be a leading manufacturer and supplier of consistently high quality dairy and ice cream products.

HP Hood

Ms. Mary Ann Brady 315-383-1200 maryann.brady@hphood.com hood.com

Mission: To be the best company in the food industry.

Upstate Niagara Cooperative Inc.

Ms. Sherrie Green-Jacobs 315-432-8809 x3011 sgreen@upstateniagara.com upstatefarms.com

High quality milk, juice, ice cream mix and cultured products. Dairy farmer owned and operated.

Energy

Constellation

Mr. Bill Bartlett 667-313-5181 william.bartlett@constellation.com associations.constellation.com/nyacs

The largest provider of carbon-free 24x7 energy in the nation, producing more than 10% of all clean energy in the U.S. and the largest provider of energy and energy solutions to commercial and industrial customers, serving over 75% of the Fortune 100.

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Equipment Dealers

Equipment Resources and Solutions

Mr. Mark DeFeo 203-444-1817 mark.defeo@erscoinc.net erscoinc.net

Full line food service, refrigeration, metal and wood cabinet supplier to the retail industry. We also specialize in consolidation.

Gerharz Equipment

Mr. Scott Gerharz 315-463-0639 scott.g@gerharzequipment.com gerharzequipment.com

Family-owned supplier of foodservice equipment, including coolers/freezers, sandwich & pizza prep units, pizza ovens & warmers, baker ovens, scales, slicers, ice makers, more.

Guertin Distributors Inc.

Mr. Richard Guertin 800-468-6336 richard@guertindist.com guertindist.com

Family owned and operated since 1983. Distributor for Henny Penny: open fryers, pressure fryers, merchandisers, holding cabinets, combi ovens. Stoelting: soft serve, yogurt, slush equipment.

Link2 Beverage Solutions

Mr. Jeff Carragher 585-370-9184 jeff@link2hs.com link2bev.com

With beverage equipment ranging from bean to cup coffee, to full beer brewing capabilities, we have all the products to suit your beverage needs.

Mesmer Refrigeration Inc.

Mr. Robert Mesmer 716-855-0575

mesmer@verizon.net mesmerrefrigeration.com

Full service sales and installation of commercial refrigeration equipment new and used.

Tri-State Marketing Associates

Mr. Mark Olson 315-952-3795 mark@tri-statemarketing.com www.tri-statemarketing.com

Food service equipment and supplies representatives

Equipment Repair

T&J Electrical Associates LLC

Mr. Nick Sestito 518-527-4835 nicks@tandjelectric.com tandjelectric.com

Electrical, Data, Lighting, Appliance and Sign maintenance services

Weldon Service & Repair LLC

Mr. Nathan Weldon 585-768-4426

nathan@weldonservice.com

weldonservice.com

Offering expert service and repairs on coffee and vending equipment, including all types of commercial brewing, grinding equipment, coinoperated snack, soda and coffee machines.

Financial Services

Citizens Bank - Convenience Retail Finance

Mr. Channing Lefebvre 949-726-7308 channing. lefebvre@citizensbank.com citizensbank.com

Premier national lender to the retail petroleum marketplace financing growth activities of dealers and jobbers with credit needs of $5 million to over $300 million.

NBT Bank

Ms. Jamie Peluso 518-437-4128

jpeluso@nbtbank.com nbtbank.com

Personal banking, asset management and business services. Independent community bank based in Norwich NY with 84 offices in 20 upstate counties.

PayByCar Inc.

Mr. Kevin Condon 917-620-0589 kcondon@mypaybycar.com mypaybycar.com

Uses E-ZPass to enable contactless pay-bytext at the pump without touching pump screen, eliminating use of payment card at the pump and creating 1x1 text marketing to customers in the forecourt to drive traffic into the store.

Shallo Galluscio & Bianchi & CPAs PC

Mr. Rick Bianchi CPA 518-828-6500 rbianchi@empirecpa.com empirecpa.com

Accounting, auditing, financial planning, taxation & advisory services to individuals, estates, partnerships, LLCs, LLPs, corporations and not-forprofit organizations.

Webster Bank

Mr. Paul Black 781-254-3497 pblack@websterbank.com websterbank.com

Providing loans for working capital, mergers and acquisitions, equipment financing, and treasurery management. Extensive experience supporting C&G businesses!

Food Service

Allen Associates Inc.

Mr. John Allen 585-244-5104 x123

john@allenprograms.com allenprograms.com

Family operated, servicing C-store industry in Central and Western NY since 1945. Distributors of equipment & supplies for Slush Puppie Brands, Eight O’Clock Coffee and more.

DeIorio’s Frozen Dough Products

Mr. James Viti 800-649-7612 jviti@deiorios.com deiorios.com

Producers of quality frozen dough products since 1924. Complete line of pizza, roll & bread dough. Call/email for brochure or free consultation.

Hunt Brothers Pizza

Mr. Seth Snow 334-782-7405 seth.snow@luminafoods.com huntbrotherspizza.com

The nation’s largest brand of made-to-order pizza in the c-store industry with more than 9,000 locations across the country. Offering original and thin crust pizzas available as a grab-and-go or as a customizable whole pizza. Headquartered in Nashville, TN; family owned and operated.

J. Mills Distributing Co.

Mr. John Mills 716-822-0854

jmills@johnmillsdistributing.com www.johnmillsdistributing.com

Deli and foodservice company, with focus on foodservice end of convenience store format. Advertising/rebate programs for c-store operators.

Keck’s Food Service

Mr. Brian H. Keck 570-537-2515 bkeck@kecksfoodservice.com kecksfoodservice.com

Established in 1964, family-owned and operated broadline food service and bakery ingredient distributor. Solution based approach to expand and grow in-store food service and bakery.

Krispy Krunchy Chicken

Ms. Marianne Hoosier 518-542-4261

marianne@krispykrunchy.com krispykrunchy.com

One of the fastest-growing c-store QSR concepts in the country. Cajun chicken with proprietary marinade and signature sides. Freshly made and perfectly Cajun!

Food Service (con’t)

Queen City Fresh Foods LLC

Mr. Anthony DeMarco 716-662-1788 ademarco@queencityfoods.com queencityfreshfoods.com

Family-run wholesale food production and packaging company. We are a USDA-Certified facility serving the Upstate and WNY regions, delivering high-quality bulk fresh food products

Sahlen Packing Co.

Mr. Michael Eckert 607-857-5493 meckert@sahlen.com sahlen.com

Family owned, 5th generation, meat processing manufacturer, specializing in hot dogs and deli meats

General Merchandise

Apter Industries

Mr. Rick Gobel 800-441-7146 rgobel@apterindustries.com apterindustries.com

Family owned chemical manufacturer supplying high quality cleaning products to C-stores. In business for over 50 years.

BIC Corporation

Mr. Jeffrey Zygmunt 845-742-0953 jeffrey.zygmunt@bicworld.com bicworld.com

Pocket lighters, utility/candle lighters, pens, mechanical pencils, permanent markers, correction products, disposable shavers, other products known for quality and affordability.

Lynco Products

Mr.Tony Jusewicz 585-748-2067 t.jusewicz@lyncoproducts.com lyncoproducts.net

Privately owned full-service distributor of convenience, automotive and general goods products to travel centers, c-stores, grocery, car washes and specialty retailers nationwide.

Smith Co. Distributing

Mr. Mike Filiatreau 309-912-1324 cam@dsdexpress.net smithcodistributing.com

Your #1 source for high-quality necessities and impulse merchandise.

Graphic Design

Adobe

Ms. Valerie Cecil 408-753-5826

cit46532@adobe.com adobe.com/acrobat/online/add-pages-to-pdf.html Adobe Express

The Imagepress

Mr. Nick Goodell 315-699-7109 nick@theimagepress.com theimagepress.com

Full-service large format graphics provider, specializing in C-store POP solutions. Web-based ordering and management to maximize point of purchase opportunities.

Human Resources

WorkAlertz

Mr. Dick Flynn 585-285-8962

Dick@MyMinderz.com workalertz.com

Harness the power of text messaging to easily engage and empower team members with important information and friendly reminders.

Ice Cream

Dippin’ Dots New York

Mr. Matt Timon 616-262-2012 dotsnewyork@gmail.com dotsny.com

Dippin’ Dots Retail Ice Cream Wholesaler in New York state

Perry’s Ice Cream

Mr. Jim Kolb 716-542-5492 jim.kolb@perrysicecream.com perrysicecream.com

Fourth generation, family owned and led business, deploying a three-pillar strategy: manufacturing/ marketing of Perry’s branded ice cream (Upstate NY’s #1 brand), a distribution system covering 100,000 square miles, and global contract manufacturing supplying 35 countries.

Legal Counsel

Harriton and Furrer LLP

Mr. Urs Broderick Furrer 914-730-3400

UBFurrer@hflawllp.com

HFLAWLLP.com

Boutique law firm dedicated to addressing client needs and resolving client issues with personal, attentive service. Representing corporate & individual clients in environmental, commercial, & other defense matters with a focus on retail petroleum.

Lobbying

Catalyst Government Relations

Mr. Scott Wexler 518-369-8607

scott@catalystnewyork.com catalystnewyork.com

A modern boutique lobbying firm representing clients at all levels of NYS government, with a special expertise dealing with the State Liquor Authority, Tax Department and other NYS agencies regulating small business.

Ostroff Associates Inc.

Mr. Jay Holland 518-436-6202

jholland@ostroffassociates.com ostroffassociates.com

Albany-based government relations and communications firm assisting companies, corporations, trade associations and individuals in their dealings with NYS government.

Lottery

IGT Global Solutions

Mr. Jeffrey Hecht 518-382-3626

jeffrey.hecht@igt.com igt.com

We deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth.

LottoShield

Mr. Mehdi Mahmoodi 800-922-6806 mehdi@lottoshield.com lottoshield.com

We deliver unrivaled gaming A revolutionary new lottery tracking system that eliminates the manual, time-intensive process of lottery reconciliation and provides retailers with strong protection from all kinds of lottery theft.

Motor Fuel

CITGO Petroleum Corp.

Ms. Jennifer Thume 518-837-2054

jthume@citgo.com citgo.com

Refiner, transporter and marketer of transportation fuels, lubricants and other industrial products, based in Houston TX.

Gulf Oil LP

Mr. Robert Hanley 401-359-7992 rhanley@gulfoil.com gulfoil.com

Supplying refined products to 1,800 branded locations and private labels while guaranteeing an exceptional consumer experience across its portfolio.

Marathon Petroleum

Mr. Phil Strong 724-873-2894

pmstrong@marathonpetroleum.com marathonpetroleum.com

Leading integrated downstream energy company, with more than 130 years of experience operating the nation’s largest refining system.

Mirabito Energy Products

Mr. Jason Mirabito 607-352-2930 jason.mirabito@mirabito.com mirabito.com

Mirabito’s Wholesale Fuels Division represents eight national fuel brands, operates company owned tractor trailers, and is a convenience store’s one stop shopping for all motor fuel needs.

NOCO Dealer LLC

Mr. Matthew Mies 716-628-7797

mmies@nocodealer.com

Customer-driven petroleum supply company coordinating the purchase of branded and unbranded fuel for WNY gas stations as well as their deliveries, maintenance, and environmental compliance testing.

Patriot Tank Lines Inc.

Mr. Michael Best 518-269-3383

mbest@patriottank.com patriottank.com

Family-owned/operated petroleum transportation company servicing C-stores throughout upstate NY.

Reid Petroleum Corp.

Mr. Alexander Harris 716-434-2885 aharris@reidpetroleum.com reidpetroleum.com

Full-service fuel distributor serving Western NY and Northwestern PA. NYSDEC-approved line and tank tester.

Sunoco LP

Mr. Jason Sullivan 607-377-6108 jason.sullivan@sunoco.com sunocolp.com

Providing motor and racing fuels to C-stores, independent dealers, commercial customers & distributors in 30 states. Distributing our Sunoco fuel and an unmatched portfolio of over a dozen of the best-known brands to 9,200 C-stores nationwide.

Valero Marketing and Supply

Mrs. Jenni Koepp 210-345-3504

jenni.koepp@valero.com valero.com

America’s largest refiner, and one of its leading marketers with more than 5,600 stores from coast to coast, including New York.

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Packaged Ice

Arctic Glacier

Mr. Anthony Barraco Jr. 315-474-ICES tony@arcticglacier.com arcticglacier.com

Leading producer, marketer and distributor of highquality packaged ice to consumers in Canada and the United States.

Ice Company of Elmira

Mr. Shawn Salle 315-454-3591

shawn@browncarbonic.com browncarbonic.com

We put the Fizz in your Bizz since 1958. Family owned and operated manufacturer and distributor of premium hand-crafted fountain drinks, packaged ice, and CO2

Maplewood Ice Co. Inc.

Ms. Paige Foote 518-795-0340 paige@maplewoodice.com maplewoodice.com

Manufacturing over 3 million bags of ice each year and delivering across regions of New York, Vermont, and Massachusetts.

Petroleum Services

Empire Petroleum Services LLC

Mr. Sean Searchfield 716-391-1717 ssearchfield@epsofny.com empirepetroleumservices.com

A petroleum asset distribution/service company offering full line of PEI products as well as full compliance testing. Gilbarco distributor and authorized service company for NYS.

Francis Smith & Sons Inc.

Mr. Eddie Ware 570-587-4775

eware@fsmithandsons.com fsmithandsons.com

Full-service, family-owned since 1936, distributor of petroleum related equipment throughout NYS. Authorized service contractor for Wayne, Verifone, Veeder Root, most major brands.

Upside

Ms. Randi Walker 303-995-0088 randi.walker@upside.com upside.com/business/fuel-and-convenience

Our program profitably incentivizes customers to buy from you 2x more each month, and 3x more from pump-to-store. No integrations, training, or operational changes required.

Keys Energy of New York LLC

Mr. Josh DaBella 315-502-4162

jdabella@keys-energy.com keys-energy.com

Petroleum marketer, servicing New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Independently owned and operated since inception. With a combined 100+ years of industry experience.

R. M. Dalrymple Co. Inc.

Mr. James Ether 518-587-5566 james@rmdalrymple.com rmdalrymple.com

Full-service PEI distributor offering equipment sales, technical services, & installation of service station equipment. Proudly serving all of Northern NY.

S&W Services Inc.

Mr. Phillip Randall 315-414-0494 prandall@swsvcs.com swsvcs.com

Sales, service and installation of petroleum equipment. 24-hour service by factory trained, certified technicians, parts counter.

Propane

Mighty Flame

Mr. Ken DiSanto 877-438-6444

kenjr@jetgas.com mightyflame.com

Family-owned business serving Northeast, MidAtlantic and Midwest with highest quality propane service since 1937. Leading supplier of cylinder exchange systems since 1986.

Real Estate

Ciminelli Real Estate Corporation

Mr. Jeff O’Bannon 716-631-8000 jobannon@ciminelli.com ciminelli.com

Let our facilities team manage your maintenance and facility needs. Single contact for snow and landscape, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, hardware, powerwashing.

Global Facilities Management

Mr. David Reynoso 347-380-8787

david.j.reynoso@gmail.com

gfmngt.com

We are an interior/exterior company focused on landscaping, janitorial and snow removal maintenance services.

Recycling Services

Hearts

for the Homeless®

Mr. David Fineberg 716-512-5074 info@heartsforthehomeless.org heartsforthehomeless.org/bin-finder

Our website and donations bins increase a convenience store’s viability and drive additional store visits resulting in an increase in sales. Drive additional traffic and further monetize your footprint with zero increase in costs or effort.

TOMRA of North America

Mr. Ernie Argenio 203-447-8800 ernie.argenio@tomra.com tomra.com

The leading supplier of Reverse Vending Machines that use sensor-based technology for optimal resource productivity.

Security

Dri Mark Products Inc.

Ms. Michelle Gienau 516-484-6200 michelle@drimark.com drimark.com

The patent holder of the Counterfeit Detector Marker, Dri Mark offers a full range of counterfeit detection products to detect phony cash and IDs. Keep your registers safe with Dri Mark.

Scales

CAT Scale Company

Mr. Rodger Buckwalter 563-340-1282 rodger.buckwalter@Iowa80group.com catscale.com

World’s leading public truck scale network. No start-up costs. All equipment, maintenance, supplies and staff training is provided.

Snacks

Farmer Jon’s Popcorn

Mr. Steven DeMott 585-770-8765 steven@farmerjonspopcorn.com farmerjonspopcorn.com Gourmet popcorn manufacturer

Frito-Lay Inc.

Mr. Matt Rosenberg 516-707-3755 matthew.rosenberg@pepsico.com fritolay.com

World’s largest DSD of salty & sweet snacks. Manufacturer of Doritos, Lays, Lays Stax, Fritos, Ruffles, Tostitos, Cheetos, Rold Gold, Cracker Jacks, Grandmas Cookies.

Oberto Brands oberto.com

Helping active customers live a quality lifestyle via delivery of a broad assortment of high quality, “better for you” snacks.

Tru Fru LLC

Mr. Brian Neville 385-265-1513

lrocha@trufru.com trufru.com/products-frozen-fresh

Wenzel’s Farms

Ms. Judy Rupp 269-598-2871

jrupp@wenzelsfarm.com wenzelsfarm.com

Premium provider of high quality, handcrafted, small-batch meat snacks, & products. Awardwinning products start with award-winning ingredients. No fillers or binders – just quality cuts of real, protein-packed, meat.

Tobacco Products

22nd Century/NASCO

Mr. Tom Meyer 312-483-9452

tmeyer@xxiicentury.com xxiicentury.com

Biotech tobacco company developing reduced nicotine products.

Altria Client Services Inc.

Ms. Molly Slingerland 518-431-8090 Molly.J.Slingerland@altria.com altria.com

Servicing Altria Group and its operating companies.

Altria Group Distribution Co.

Ms. Rachel Ciotti 508-954-5340 rachel.ford.ciotti@altria.com altria.com

Servicing Philip Morris USA, U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company, John Middleton, Helix, and Njoy

Black Buffalo Inc.

Mr. Raz Rahman 315-263-5308 raz@blackbuffalo.com blackbuffalo.com

The world’s only smokeless tobacco alternative that delivers the same experience as traditional smokeless products, just without any tobacco leaf or stem – the taste, the texture, the rich dark color and, yeah, the nicotine.

E-Alternative Solutions

Mr. Tyrone Sampson 336-423-9051 tsampson@ealternativesolutions.com ealternativesolutions.com

An independently owned company and innovator of adult consumer-centric brands, can help you navigate emerging, alternative industries with our research-tested products, profit-maximizing trade programs and unmatched compliance expertise. Brands: Forth™ CBD, Leap® Vapor, Mojo™

ITG Brands

Mr. Chuck Mba 518-795-0451 chuck.mba@itgbrands.com itgbrands.com

Third-largest tobacco company in U.S. offering a broad portfolio of some of the most well-known cigarette, cigar and electronic cigarette brands.

Juul Labs

Ms. Tammy Safranek 412-965-8757 tammy.safranek@juul.com jjuul.com

Philip Morris International

Ms. Abigail Jewett 203-517-8681 abigail.jewett@pmi.com pmi.com

Reduced Risk Tobacco Products

Republic Brands

Mr. Manuel Mejia 847-832-9700 mmejia@republicbrands.com

National Tobacco

Mr. Paul Ferraro 401-225-4791 pferraro@nationaltobacco.com zigzag.com

Provider of Other Tobacco Products featuring Stokers Smokeless Products, Zig Zag Smoking Products and Rolling Papers and New Gen Products.

Ohserase Manufacturing

Mr. Mark Giaquinto 716-277-5415 mgiaquinto@thetmg.com ohserasemanufacturing.com

Manufacturers of Signal Cigarettes, Great Country Cigarettes, Niagara’s Cigarettes, Signal Filtered Cigars, Deans Filtered Cigars, Signal Pipe Tobacco, Farmers Gold Pipe Tobacco, Deans Pipe Tobacco, and Ten Pointer Pipe Tobacco.

Premier Manufacturing

Mr.Troy Foster 610-425-2239 tfoster@usleaf.com usleaf.com

Selling cigarettes, filtered cigars, pipe tobacco, RYO tobacco and cigarette tubes under the brand names of Manitou, Wildhorse, 1839, Shield, 1st Class, Ultra Buy and Traffic.

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Reynolds Marketing Services Company

Mr. Justin Borzomati 917-301-9139 boromaj@rjrt.com reynoldsamerican.com

Indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of British American Tobacco p.l.c., and U.S. parent company of R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co.; Santa Fe Natural Tobacco Co.; American Snuff Company; R.J. Reynolds Vapor Co.; and Kentucky BioProcessing Inc.

Swedish Match NA

Mr. Doug Smith 585-301-0525 douglas.smith@smna.com swedishmatch.com

Global leader in OTP & snus. Brands include Redman Chew; Redman, Longhorn and Timberwolf moist snuff; Garcia y Vega, Game, White Owl Wm. Penn and Macanudo cigars.

Swisher

Mr. Dave Trent 904-238-5258

dtrent@swisher.com swisher.com

Category Leader in Large Cigars. Makers of Swisher Sweets, Swisher Leaf, Acid, BLK, Blackstone Optimo, and Santa Fe cigars; Kayak, Creek and Gold River moist snuff; and Starr and Bowie chewing tobacco.

Zippo

Manufacturing Company

Mr. Ken Constable 518-948-6026 kconstable@zippo.com zippo.com Iconic Lighter Company

Wholesale Distributor

Capital Candy Co.

Mr. James Thibeault 802-476-6689 jthibeault@capitalcandy.com capitalcandy.com

Family-owned, full service convenience store wholesaler offering a diversified product line, sales and logistics network to serve our customers.

Core-Mark International

Mr. Michael McQuillan 203-305-0147 michael.mcquillan@core-mark.com core-mark.com

2nd largest full-service distributor in US. Our mission is to be the premier broad line distributor to the retail convenience industry in North America.

Globe Wholesale Tobacco Distributors Inc.

Mr. David Schwartz 718-439-7478 dschwartz@gothamgr.com globe-wholesale.com

Family owned, Serving New York Candy and Tobacco Shops and sub-jobbers with the best service for 75 years. One of the only Cigarette Stamping Agents left in NYC.

McLane Company

Mr.Charles Irons 859-907-7300 charles.irons@ mclaneco.com mclaneco.com

Distribution services to the C-store, mass merchandise, chain drug store & movie theater industries, distributing food and food-related products in all 50 states.

Mountain/Service Distributors

Mr. Josh Altman 845-434-5674

josha@mtnservice.com mtnservice.com

Full line convenience products distributor servicing retailers in NJ, NY, PA, CT. Tobacco, candy, snacks, groceries, beverage, foodservice. Slush Puppie & ICEE frozen beverage programs.

National Convenience Distributors

Mr. Kyle Feldman 631-962-9000 kfeldman@hladistributors.com theNCD.com

Parent brand of HLA Distributors, J. Polep Distribution, and Allen Brothers, serving customers in Northeastern U.S. One of the country’s largest full-line convenience store distributors.

Resnick Distributors

Mr. Steven Hudes 848-209-8111

shudes@resnickdistributors.com

resnickdistributors.com

Full-service convenience distribution company located in New Brunswick, NJ. Now in our 3rd generation, we are in the top 25 of the largest C-store distributors in the country.

Sunny Sky Products

Mr. Paul Centofanti 800-948-1922

pcentofanti@sunnyskyproducts.com sunnyskyproducts.com

Dispensed iced coffees, creamers, flavorings & liquid sweeteners for a retailer’s beverage program. Can fill any size flexible bag from 2 to 20 liters.

Tripifoods Inc.

Mr. Lou Pazderski 614-290-5864

lpazderski@tripifoods.com tripifoods.com

Founded in 1911, through four generations of family ownership, a recognized leader in C-store distribution industry delivering grocery, foodservice and tobacco products.

United Retail Operators

Mr. John Buker 315-686-2317

john.buker@ufso1.com

Group purchasing management company offering deviated costs for food/non-food services to members using audited vendor accountability and transparency while meeting high standards.

NYACS Scholarship Applications

are due on May 31, 2024. All employees of NYACS Associate & Retail Member companies, and their immediate family members, are eligible to apply.

Download this application today at nyacs.org/resources/scholarship!

NYACS SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS • 2024

130 Washington Avenue • Albany, NY 12210 518-432-1400 P 518-432-7400 F alison@nyacs.org

Each year, the NYACS Scholarship Foundation awards the $2,000 NYACS Emmy Seng Scholarship to a qualified student who is a goal-oriented and best demonstrates academic achievement, community involvement, financial need, and qualities of spirit and success identified within the convenience store industry.

APPLICANT INFORMATION

Name

Home Address

Email Phone

College/University/ Technical School Name

School Address

APPLICANT ELIGIBILITY CHECKLIST

CHECK IF APPLICANT MEETS CRITERIA AND PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTATION WHERE APPLICABLE

 Applicant is an employee or the immediate family member of an employee of a NYACS Retail or Associate Member company.

NYACS Member Company

Employee Name and Relation to Applicant

 Applicant has completed at least one semester at an accredited two or four -year college, university, or technical school.

 Attach official transcript or most recent grade report.

 Applicant is enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester

 Attach proof of enrollment in the current or upcoming semester.

 Applicant has a minimum grade point average of 2.5 based on a 4-point grading system.

Current GPA

 Application Essay

 Attach an essay outlining your current activities, qualifications, accomplishments, and future goals.

 Applicant is not a previous recipient.

SUBMISSION

Applications must be emailed or postmarked by May 31, 2024 to be considered. Email completed application and supporting documentation to alison@nyacs.org or mail to:

NYACS Scholarship Foundation

c/o New York Association of Convenience Stores 130 Washington Avenue, 3rd Floor Albany, NY 12210

SELECTION

The Selection Committee will consider each applicant's curriculum and student activities, their applicability to the convenience store industry, and the individual's stated accomplishments and goals. Recipients will be notified no later than July 31, 2024