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2021 Leaders in Convenience Hershey’s ...........................................2 Ascentium Capital ..............................3 Introduction to Leaders .....................6 Click It, Inc. ........................................7 5-hour ENERGY ..................................8 Abbott Nutrition .................................9 ADD Systems ...................................10 Apter Industries, Inc. ........................11 Brakebush Chicken ..........................12 Calico Brands, Inc. ...........................13 Cheyenne International, LLC. ..........14 The Coca-Cola Company ................15 ConvenienceWorks by Hussman .....16 Core-Mark International ..................17 Cost Control Associates, Inc. ...........18 DayMark Safety Systems .................19 DigitalMint .......................................20 Dover Fueling Solutions ..................21 E-Alternative Solutions, LLC ............22 Einstein Bros. Bagels .......................23 Flex Forward ....................................24 Franke Coffee Systems Americas .....25 Fully Loaded, LLC ............................26 GAMCO ...........................................27 Gilbarco Veeder-Root ......................28 Global Widget LLC ..........................29 Home Market Foods ........................30 Hoshizaki America, Inc .....................31 Hunt Brothers Pizza ..........................32 Invenco Group Ltd. ..........................33 J&J Snack Foods Corp. ...................34 Johnsonville .....................................35 Krispy Krunchy Chicken ...................36 Legal Lean Co. ................................37 Loomis U.S. .....................................38

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MasonWays Indestructible Plastics ....39 McLane Company, Inc. ....................40 MDI Wordwide ................................41 Modern Store Equipment ................42 Naughty Chile Taqueria ...................43 Perfetti Van Melle ............................44 Premier Manufacturing, Inc. ............45 Premier Nutrition .............................46 PriceVision .......................................47 Procter & Gamble Company ...........48 Promotion In Motion .......................49 Red River Software ..........................50 Royston Group ................................51 Ruiz Foods .......................................52 S. Abraham & Sons, Inc. ..................53 Safecid Corporation ........................54 SBARRO ...........................................55 Smokey Mountain Chew Inc. ...........56 SPC Retail ........................................57 Success Systems ..............................58 Swisher ............................................59 Teaza Energy, LLC ............................60 Texas Pete .......................................61 Trion .................................................62 Universal Lighting Technologies ......63 Uncle Ray’s LLC ................................64 Utz Brands, Inc. ................................65 Van’s Kitchen ....................................66 Vitamin Energy, LLC ........................67 Welbilt .............................................68 Wenzel’s Farm ..................................69 Xcalibur International ......................70 Liggett Vector Brands ......................71 Mars Wrigley ....................................72

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Through Crisis or Calm Erin Del Conte • Executive Editor

THE IMPORTANCE OF QUALITY

relationships between convenience store retailers and supplier partners has perhaps never been more pronounced than in 2020.

As the COVID-19 pandemic appeared, it waved in sweeping changes seemingly overnight and left retailers struggling to adapt. And who did operators turn to for insights and solutions? Their best, most innovative and trustworthy supplier partners.

In the spring of last year, as lockdown rules began in many areas of the country, c-store retailers rushed to implement safety measures and source plexiglass shields, masks and gloves for employees, and spacing decals.

They also jumped to team with technology companies to roll out order-ahead, mobile apps, contactless payments, curbside pickup and delivery services. Those already ahead of the curve on new technology implemented new opportunities faster, boosting revenues while others scrambled to find their sea legs.

Numerous success stories abound. One such example is Chicago-based Foxtrot. With a successful e-commerce app already in place when the pandemic hit, Foxtrot saw revenues double from January to May. It nimbly adjusted its online product mix to suit the needs of the day and quickly introduced an online version of its coffee and prepared food menu for delivery.

Not everyone was as lucky. 2020 also saw an unprecedented number of businesses across industries close their doors for good.

As the year went on, supply disruptions caused out-of-stocks, including an aluminum can shortage. C-store retailers appealed to suppliers to help keep a steady stream of 6

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products flowing onto store shelves and into coolers. C-stores offering foodservice turned to suppliers for assistance in tweaking menus to better meet evolving requirements, as well as packaging that would keep food safe, while maintaining product integrity during delivery.

Even in the best of times, the partnerships you choose can make or break your business.

But it can sometimes take a crisis to realize how crucial strong relationships with quality suppliers can be to this industry. During COVID-19, best-in-class suppliers were quick to problem-solve with convenience store operators to find new solutions to unique and unforeseen challenges.

NEW TOOLS FOR A NEW YEAR

As we look ahead to a hopefully brighter 2021, the many challenges caused by the ongoing pandemic remain. What’s more, technological disruption, which accelerated by a decade in a matter of months due to the pandemic, is here to stay.

On the pages that follow, CStore Decisions is featuring best-in-class, leading suppliers in various categories. These suppliers are prepared to help you navigate the new year and respond to whatever challenges lie ahead. And respond, we must.

I recently spoke with global futurist and disruption expert Daniel Burrus about the path forward for retailers. He noted that the pandemic has required the industry to change, and that call to action leaves two options: “Either we go down for the count and do nothing, or we look at the tools — typically, they’re digital — and how they can help us.”

The following ‘Leaders in Convenience’ are here to offer tools that can help you navigate the year ahead. Give them a call. It could be the most important thing you do for your business. cstoredecisions.com

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5-hour ENERGY

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5-hour ENERGY® Living Essentials LLC, based in Farmington Hills, Michigan, markets and distributes 5-hour ENERGY products. 5-hour ENERGY shots can help you feel alert and energized for hours.

They contain a special blend of B vitamins, amino acids and nutrients — all with zero sugar.

VISIBILITY. POPULARITY. PROFITS.

These are just three of the reasons that 5-hour ENERGY® products have come to be a favorite of independent convenience store owners. No other front-end product offers the margins of 5-hour ENERGY shots.* Since 2004, 5-hour ENERGY has offered adult consumers a way to get a boost in an easy-to-take package.

The pioneering energy shot, today 5-hour ENERGY is available in most U.S. convenience stores. The brand is synonymous with the billion-dollar energy shot category, thanks to its national advertising campaigns and major sports sponsorships. 5-hour ENERGY is the only energy shot to offer this market presence.

For store owners, 5-hour ENERGY offers a way to generate unbeatable profits from a product displayed on a compact, countertop rack. At suggested retail prices, 5-hour ENERGY shots offer an average profit of $1.50 per bottle. Not even chips, soda or candy can do that.

Independent C-stores have been critical to the success of 5-hour ENERGY products, which is why Living Essentials LLC created the 5-hour ENERGY(sm) Retailer Rewards Program — an initiative designed just for small-business owners. Through 8

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regular, targeted communications, program members learn about the best ways to sell 5-hour ENERGY, such as where to place racks for maximum impact and how to use suggestive selling to increase profits.

A recent communication, “Fix the Mix,” taught owners about the importance of carrying the right 5-hour ENERGY shot flavors, tailoring product selection to each size display rack. By ensuring that every rack is stocked with the correct flavor assortment, store owners maximize their sales and profit potential.

Other topics recently covered in member-only emails include the pitfalls of selling bargain-brand energy shots and why it pays to know the people who live and work near your store.

Retailer Rewards program participants also set themselves apart by having the opportunity to promote 5-hour ENERGY sales through free in-store advertising and point-of-sale displays, and branded merchandise available only to members.

Interested in learning more about the 5-hour ENERGY Retailer Rewards Program or becoming a member?

Visit 5hourEnergyRetailer.com.

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Living Essentials LLC 38955 Hills Tech Drive Farmington Hills, MI 48331 P: 248.960.1700 W: 5-hourEnergy.com

*Source: Convenience A IRI retail audit, Nielsen 52 weeks ending 5/18/19 and 2018 NACS margin report cstoredecisions.com

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Abbott Nutrition ZONE PERFECT – Zone Perfect offers a range of product forms and flavors to support individual lifestyles. Our products have specific macronutrient ratios for various nutritional needs and are created by registered dieticians, food scientists and nutritionists. Our classic bars have an excellent source of protein, and with 17-19 vitamins and minerals plus antioxidants, they are great for snacking and small meal replacement. Zone Perfect KETO is designed to support your keto lifestyle with only 3-4 grams net carbs and 15 grams fat. Our MACROS bars have fans in the CrossFit, Paleo, and wellness-pros communities for a few reasons; it’s a clinically proven ratio of carbs, protein, and fat for effective weight loss and improvements in total body wellness.

Proper nutrition is the foundation for healthy lives, which is why we at Abbott Nutrition have been developing science-based nutrition products for over 90 years. Our goal in developing these products is to support families through all stages of life, from infancy to childhood to adulthood and everywhere inbetween, so that they are able to live their fullest life possible.

PEDIALYTE – For over 50 years, Pedialyte has been one of the go-to drinks for dehydration.

Pedialyte Advanced Rehydration is a specially formulated with an optimal balance of sugar and sodium needed to help replenish vital fluids and electrolytes which, when lost, can lead to dehydration. Plus, it’s only 20 calories! Pedialyte can help prevent mild to moderate dehydration caused by extreme heat, prolonged exercise, flu symptoms, travel, and alcohol overindulgences. Pedialyte is trusted among Healthcare professionals (#1 Doctor and #1 Pharmacist recommended), professional sports teams and the United States Military.

Over 70% of consumers are adults and are looking for our 16.9 fl. oz. RTD in the cooler! #lifetothefullest, #seethelyte

P: 214.843.7012 E: linnea.solbrook@abbott.com Abbottnutrition.com Pedialyte.com Zoneperfect.com

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Abbott Nutrition Linnea Solbrook 5190 Shaw Lane Denton, TX 76208

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ADD Systems ADD SYSTEMS® SOFTWARE helps

you spend less time on administrative tasks and more time providing a great customer experience and improving your financial position.

Designed with trusted client advisors from top industry chains, ADD software exemplifies a modern convenience store application, with unprecedented efficiency and visibility into your operation, tighter merchandise and fuel management, and efficient data access.

Business Intelligence (BI)

Get customizable, timely reports with actionable information sent automatically. These reports can be driven by exception, containing only information that needs attention.

Customized KPI Dashboards and Scorecards give accurate, quickly consumable snapshots of store activity.

Inventory Management

Minimize shrink by scanning at the POS, scanning store invoices, and taking full advantage of a centralized price book. Reduce out-of-stocks by implementing strong inventory controls and using picture-based shelf tags for effective planogram management.

Labor Utilization

Reduce labor expense through better staffing decisions. Understand your traffic and transaction trends with simple graphical reports.

Category Management

Maximize sales using store traffic to understand customer shopping.

Analytical reports provide a precise view of sales velocity, helping you meet customer demand and manage vendor purchases. With this information, you can implement highly effective promotions to drive larger basket sizes.

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Scan Data Benefits

Automatically submit cigarette scan data to take advantage of financial incentives.

Wholesale Fuel Efficiency

Automatically send scheduled wholesale price quotes based on cost-plus, percentage or customer contracts. Deliver profitable wholesale loads with accurate margins that incorporate “best buy” logic for vendors, terminals and freight. Expedite dealer network processing by importing fuel sales from your gas station dealer network and credit card receipts from your major oil company processors for quick reconciliation and settlement. Manage a host of dealer commission structures efficiently and automatically.

Since 1973, Advanced Digital Data® has worked hand-in-hand with clients throughout the U.S. and Canada to understand the needs of the convenience store, wholesale petroleum, propane, home heating oil, HVAC, and lubricant industries. Our goal has always been to develop the best software solutions that exceed the needs of our clients, today and tomorrow. ADD Systems is more than a software provider; we are a true partner, committed to client success.

ADD Systems 6 Laurel Drive Flanders, NJ 07836 P: 800.922.0972 973.252.3803 E: info@addsys.com W: www.addsys.com

Partner Agnostic

Choose your partner products. ADD interfaces with multiple related partners like wholesale distributors and POS providers. Experienced companies like Skip, a touchless checkout service provider, and Electrum, a proven loyalty company, interface with ADD to provide additional services.

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Apter Industries, Inc.

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PROVIDING CLEANING SOLUTIONS BEFORE, DURING, AND AFTER THE PANDEMIC

THANK YOU!!! Apter Industries would

like to thank the front liners in the convenience stores and travel plazas, who worked through the uncertain pandemic environment against an invisible enemy, to provide America with everything it needed to keep going. We would also like to thank our manufacturing team for working long hard hours to allow us the privilege of providing our family of customers with the essential cleaners and disinfectants they needed to furnish a safe shopping environment. We look forward to humbly continuing to serve this industry. Best wishes for a fabulous 2021.

Two to Try this Year:

Apter Micro SprayTM All Surface Cleaner is a virus fighting cleaner that can be used effectively on any surface not harmed by water. Gorilla Pump Shine has protected fuel dispensers from harmful weather elements for years. Now with the newly added Micro SprayTM Shield, it will provide a long-lasting defense against viruses and microorganisms.

During and after the pandemic, Apter Industries will continue to be the industry’s most reliable source for innovative disinfectants and cleaners.

TILE TIME® FLOOR CLEANER

A slippery floor is a dangerous floor. Floors become slippery when deeply embedded soil clogs their pores. As a result, feet never make solid contact so safety becomes an issue.

TILE TIME deep cleans floors which raises the slip coefficient and brings back their luster. TILE TIME blasts through heavy grease from food service, tracked in petroleum based soil, road salt stains, and brings grout back to its original color.

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Apter Industries started manufacturing high quality cleaners in 1967 and quickly became the leading provider of innovative cleaning systems for the convenience store industry.

Dedication to producing safe, environmentally friendly products that “Just Work Better”, led to the formation of long-standing partnerships with convenience store retailers as well as their distributors. If a convenience store has a cleaning problem, Apter Industries has a proven solution.

used on ceramic tile, marble, quarry tile and wax and no wax vinyl floors.

Unlike typical floor cleaners, TILE TIME works without heavy scrubbing. Wake up your floor with TILE TIME. FORECOURT FIRST® GAS ISLAND CLEANING KIT

Forecourt First is the most comprehensive cleaning system in the industry for fuel island cleaning and maintenance. It features environmentally sensitive Garage Gorilla® Cleaners. The necessary products, Garage Gorilla® Pump Cleaner, Gorilla Pump Shine and Protector, Gorilla XDX Concrete and Asphalt Cleaner, and Gorilla Odor Killer, are housed in a “Grab and Go” Safety Pail. The safety pail, which alerts customers that employees are cleaning the fuel pumps, also contains a bright reflector vest, sprayers, wipes, and an instructional card ring. Forecourt First safely allows employees to get results cleaning fuel islands.

Apter Industries, Inc. Box 385 Rillton, PA 15678 P: 800.441.7146 E: info@apterindustries.com W: www.apterindustries.com

PROBLEM SOLVERS

Gorilla Everyday Pump CleanerBug Bucket Wash was added to the Apter line up to safely clean fuel dispenser video screens, decals, and other sensitive areas. The two-ounce packets charge a quart spray bottle and can also be used to make up to five gallons of bug bucket juice.

Apter Oven Safe is recommended by oven manufacturers for cleaning their newest equipment. These are just a couple of our solution-oriented products. If you have a cleaning problem, give us a shot at it.

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Brakebush Chicken

Good People. Great Chicken.™

Brakebush is U.S. company, family owned and operated since 1925.

Though we have facilities across the nation, we still operate out of Westfield, Wisconsin where the People.fiGreat Chicken.

Brakebush Good brothers rst began their venture of producing great chicken products. ™

THERE’S A REASON we’re in convenience stores across the country. When guests get a taste of great chicken, they turn into repeat customers, who then turn into loyal fans.

That’s why we work hand-in-hand with c-store operators like you to help menu the chicken that brings back the crowds. Every operator gets personal support from a rep who knows all there is about chicken, making menuing even easier—from prep tips to application ideas to getting the newest products the moment they’re available.

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We’re also helping c-store operators stay up to date on what customers are expecting to find in a hot case. 70% of consumers eat chicken dishes weekly* and 78% of consumers say they believe chicken is “healthy” or “very healthy”*.

Chicken falls into the ideal space between plant-based products and other meats like beef and pork.

A great option for keeping breakfast on-trend is our new Chicken Breakfast Sausage Pattie.

All natural and gluten free, these chicken patties are crafted to menu and eat like traditional breakfast sausage.

They’re a unique and fully cooked option with less fat than beef and pork.

Other C-store favorites are our Flame-Grilled Chicken Burger (an all-natural, gluten free, coarse-ground lunch and dinner staple), and our new, bakeable Homestyle Pepper Boneless Wings—whole muscle, boneless chicken breast meat with a homestyle coating.

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Over the years, we’ve kept ourselves grounded in some important values: that food should always be a positive part of the day, that no one should ever have to question the quality or integrity of their food, that people and relationships will always be at the foundation of our business, and that doing the right thing makes good things happen.

Brakebush Chicken 800.933.2121 N4993 6th Drive Westfield, WI 53964 E: marketing@brakebush.com W: BrakebushChicken.com

* Technomic Center of the Plate: Poultry, 2019 cstoredecisions.com

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Calico Brands, Inc.

LIGHT UP MORE SALES AND PROFITS WITH SCRIPTO® POCKET LIGHTERS.

Calico Brands, Inc. is one of the leading suppliers of pocket and multi-purpose lighters in the U.S., selling under the Scripto® and Calico® brand names. It is also the #1 supplier of private label programs in the U.S. Scripto® is one of the most trusted and popular brands of lighters and has been a household name for over 90 years. Our product innovations continue to set new category standards of excellence.

Scripto® Ultima® Designer Pocket Lighter

Scripto® Ultima® is the “Ultimate” pocket lighter designed to be the best premium lighter on the market. Setting itself apart from the competition, the Scripto® Ultima® has up to 3,000 lights on full-size lighters, greater fuel capacity compared to the leading brand, a sparkwheel design that allows for comfortable ignition, visible fuel supply, adjustable flame and is made with polycarbonate material able to withstand high impact and high heat.

Scripto® Hybrid™ Lighter

Scripto® Torch Flame Wind Resistant Pocket Lighter

The refillable Scripto® Torch Flame Wind Resistant pocket lighter was designed to handle everyday, outdoor and recreational activities with ease offering a high heat, blue torch flame, rubberized tank body, flip cap, push button ignition, and refillable tank. Available in 4 colors with a dragon accent.

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Calico Brands, Inc.

The Scripto® Hybrid™ lighter is the perfect crossover of a multi-purpose lighter and pocket lighter, perfect for lighting barbecue grills, candles, hookah bowls, fireplaces, and more.

Available in 5 popular colors and unique wrap designs.

The Scripto® Hybrid™ offers an extended nozzle for safer lighting, is conveniently sized to fit in the palm of your hand and has an ecofriendly refillable tank.

2055 S. Haven Ave Ontario, CA 91761 P: 800.544.4837 E: marketing@calicobrands.com W: www.calicobrands.com

Scripto® Hybrid™ Jet Flame Lighter

The Scripto® Hybrid™ Jet Flame is the newest refillable crossover jet flame lighter, the perfect combination of a multi-purpose lighter and pocket lighter.

Offering a high heat blue jet flame and extended nozzle for safer lighting, the Scripto® Hybrid™ Jet Flame lighter is perfect for handling all outdoor and indoor lighting needs.

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Cheyenne International, LLC Cheyenne International is a full-line tobacco product manufacturer with a focus on creating valuable customer partnerships and producing high-quality products at a fair price. Located in North Carolina, the heart of American tobacco country, Cheyenne International prides itself on delivering profitable, market-leading brands that meet the demands of adult consumers.

FOR NEARLY TWO DECADES, Cheyenne International has grown and evolved from a small tobacco start-up to a reputable manufacturer carrying the #1 Filtered Cigar brand in America. Cheyenne’s continued commitment to wholesale and retail customers is reflected in the four pillars of excellence from which the company operates: partnership, quality, compliance and success.

Cheyenne International, LLC Toll Free 1-866-254-6975 E: contactus@cheyenneintl.com W: www.cheyenneintl.com

Leader in Cigars

The filtered cigar category saw an explosion of brands several years ago.

As the category continued to grow, Cheyenne consistently remained a top choice for consumers. As the brand celebrated its 15th year in business, it also took on the official title of being the top player in the market. While FDA’s PMTA process has forced other brands out of the market, Cheyenne Cigars are a clear leader and here to stay. Out of the top 5 SKUs in the filtered cigar category, Cheyenne accounts for 85% of the volume, a staggering number that proves Cheyenne continues to be a market leader, never wavering on quality or taste.

Leader in Support

For a retailer, there are many challenges to tackle on a daily basis and as business has rapidly changed in recent months, Cheyenne International believes in making business simple. By providing unique programs to help stores gain the most from their valuable shelf space, they take the convenience industry seriously. In addition to their seasoned sales force, Cheyenne also provides in-store merchandising and digital marketing support programs that go beyond what the competition is doing. By functioning as a partner and collaborator with their customers, both Cheyenne and retail stores have made great strides together.

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Coca-Cola

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STARTING IN JANUARY 2021,

U.S. consumers will be able to refresh their coffee routine with Coca-Cola’s latest cross-category innovation: Coca-Cola with Coffee.

Coca-Cola® with Coffee – which officially hits ready-to-drink coffee shelves nationwide this month – fuses the familiar, authentic taste of Coca-Cola with the rich, luxurious flavor of 100% Brazilian coffee. Three signature flavors – Dark Blend, Vanilla and Caramel – will be offered in 12oz. cans.

The hybrid innovation will pioneer a new category The Coca-Cola Company is calling refreshment coffee, as it sips like a Coke and finishes like a coffee. Coca-Cola with Coffee is one of the company’s most successfully tested innovations in recent years.

The beverage is also the latest output of the company’s “lift and shift” strategy to scale successful beverage innovations from market to market via an experimental, test-and-

learn approach. The product was first piloted in Japan in 2018 and is now available in more than 30 markets around the world, including Australia, Brazil, Vietnam, Turkey and Italy. Each country, and the U.S. is no different, tailors the Coca-Cola with Coffee recipe and packaging mix to meet local tastes.

Research shows that consumers are more open to trying new categorycrossing drinks like Coca-Cola with Coffee, which contains 69 mg of caffeine per 12-oz. serving, that push Coca-Cola into uncharted territory while staying true to its core values.

In preliminary consumer testing, more than 80% of consumers who tried Coca-Cola with Coffee said they would buy it.

The launch is the latest creative extension of the Coca-Cola Trademark in the United States, following the recent rollouts of Coke Energy/Coke Energy Cherry, Cherry Vanilla Coke, Orange Vanilla Coke (and their zero-sugar counterparts).

The Coca-Cola Company, American corporation founded in 1892 and today engaged primarily in the manufacture and sale of syrup and concentrate for Coca-Cola, a sweetened carbonated beverage that is a cultural institution in the United States and a global symbol of American tastes. The company also produces and sells other soft drinks and citrus beverages.

With more than 2,800 products available in more than 200 countries, Coca-Cola is the largest beverage manufacturer and distributor in the world and one of the largest corporations in the United States. Headquarters are in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Coca-Cola Company PO Box 1734 Atlanta, GA 30301

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ConvenienceWorks

by Hussmann CONVENIENCE IS OUR SPECIALTY THE CORNER STORE is a

cornerstone of the community.

Hussmann has a long history of helping convenience stores create an exceptional shopping experience that keeps shoppers local, pleased and coming back for more.

ConvenienceWorks taps a century of Hussmann expertise as a leader in refrigeration and merchandising solutions for fresh-food retailers.

As a Panasonic company, we now have the capability to bring even more innovation and integrated technology to the convenience store space, to ensure your continued growth today and tomorrow.

equipment and support for whatever you have in store.

Leave the details to us

Hussmann is much more than a refrigeration manufacturer. We’re your integrated solutions provider for food retail, supporting your convenience store with consolidation, project management, logistics and other turnkey services.

Our procurement service eliminates the frustrations of individual equipment purchases Partnering with you to maximize from multiple suppliers. You get a sales and profits complete package of equipment We’re on your team to increase needed for your new stores while performance and profitability at we handle all the details. To make your convenience store. From sure your equipment arrives on-site enhancing the look and appeal of your when needed, we consolidate and facilities and displays to improving warehouse your complete equipment the effectiveness of your in-store equipment, we’ll work with you to drive package prior to delivery.

Experienced project managers sales and achieve your business goals. ensure every job is handled efficiently Get the equipment that – on time and on budget. We provide provides the best performance, the level of project management merchandising appeal, energy support you need to help optimize efficiency, reliability and overall the development process. value for your unique needs. In Get your equipment right when it’s addition to ConvenienceWorks needed, thanks to our logistics pros. products and services, we give Shipments are carefully planned you access to equipment from and scheduled, streamlining the hundreds of suppliers through our construction process, reducing consolidated purchasing program: cooking equipment, drink dispensers, freight costs and facilitating faster store openings. refrigerators, digital solutions, Expert commissioning ensures the shelving, ice machines, work tables, reliability, performance and efficiency racks, counters, millwork and more. of your equipment during and after We also provide customized start-up. Our convenience store service solutions matched to your evolving experts install, test and verify optimal food strategies, including packaged performance throughout the process. grab-and-go foods, made-to-order This provides reliability you can depend meals, food prep and pastries. on long after your grand opening.

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ConvenienceWorks by Hussmann is focused on helping Convenience Stores attract and retain more customers while increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of their operations.

Hussmann has been serving the food retail industry for over a century and through ConvenienceWorks by Hussmann, we have increased our capabilities to ensure we have the dedicated resources to help convenience stores succeed in this dynamic marketplace.

ConvenienceWorks is with you every step of the way with solutions from in-store designs, to equipment selection, consolidation, installation and service.

Hussmann Corporation 12999 St. Charles Rock Rd. Bridgeton, MO 63044 P: 877.385.7142 E: ConvenienceWorks@hussmann.com W: www.hussmann.com/retail-solutions/ convenience-store-services

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Core-Mark International OUR MISSION IS “To be the most valued marketer of fresh, food and broad-line supply solutions to the Convenience Retail Industry.” To meet this expectation for our Customers, we have created the Core-Mark Center of Excellence. This state-of-the-art collaboration space aims at combining forward thinking consumer trends within food, category innovation, and technology, to take on our industry’s future. In addition to this, we offer various retailer programs and solutions designed to grow your business, make you more profitable, and create efficiency in your store!

For more information, visit www. core-mark.com. We are Core-Mark, the leader in fresh solutions delivered to the convenience store industry.

Category Innovation and Focused Marketing Initiative Core-Mark’s Focused Marketing Initiative™ was created to improve our Retailers’ sales and profits. Each customized plan includes neighborhood trends and demographics, current store data analytics, program recommendations, and industry trends. Once we understand a Retailer’s business goals, we leverage our distribution model, Vendor Consolidation Initiative (VCI), to optimize the Retailer and Supplier relationship. VCI will help generate sales increases with better gross profits while reducing costs via improved operational efficiencies.

Fresh Our state-of-the art supply chain that features refrigerated docks and our fleet of tri-temperature trailers built specifically for delivery to convenience stores is part of our comprehensive platform and delivery model to enable the delivery of fresh foods to our customers. Whether it is grab-and-go or made-to-order, we offer a variety of products and programs that appeal cstoredecisions.com

to customers who are demanding convenient, healthier meal and snacking options such as salads, sandwiches, wraps and cut fruit with our exclusive partnership with Fresh & Ready.

Core-Mark’s marketing approach is keenly focused on the consumer, recognizing the critical need to deliver relevant and appealing offers at the point of purchase. Core-Mark offers our retailers marketing programs in every key category: Fresh, Foodservice, General Merchandise, Health & Beauty and Tobacco.

Foodservice Convenience store foodservice options are continuing to evolve beyond the microwave. Today, more retailers are offering full-service foodservice programs, from pizza to fried chicken and other made-to-order concepts. Freshly prepared food that can satisfy any craving is becoming much more commonplace and we deliver with our turn-key foodservice program QuickEats.

Major Servicers: Fresh Foods, Foodservice Products, Dairy Products, Fresh Bakery, Alcoholic and NonAlcoholic Beverages, Candy, Snacks, General Merchandise, Novelty Products, Snacks, Groceries, Tobacco Products, Health & Beauty Care and Automotive Products.

Technology We off a full array of industry-leading, easy-to-use technology solutions designed to help grow and manage your business! Core-Mark’s strategic and exclusive partnership with PDI allows us to market loyalty and store operations products that will benefit independent, small and large retail chains! These products include loyalty programs and reporting, tobacco scan data, and PDI’s CStore Essentials, a cloud-based store operations software designed to improve operational efficiency. Our proven solutions also include CORE-SOURCE, a “one-stop-shop” streamlined solution containing the necessary tools to help support a successful partnership with Core-Mark. Within CORE-SOURCE, our customers have access to www. imarkportal.com, an online ordering platform that aligns with our mobile ordering applications (OrderPro – Apple; DroidPad – Samsung); Track My Order, a key tool that provides alert notifications to customers on the status of their deliveries; Retailer Analytics Dashboard application that leverages real-time, advanced data analytics to our customers; and (POD) Paperless Delivery that allows customers to view their delivery receipts online via the IMark Portal.

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Cost Control Associates

OUR CONVENIENCE STORE clients

recognize that outsourcing expense management not only makes their lives easier but is also crucial to staying competitive and protecting profitability. Careful management of utility and other overhead costs keeps expenses as low as possible, but it’s a time-consuming activity that eats into your budget and exhausts your manpower. When your company has multiple locations and facilities, the challenges grow exponentially.

Cost Control Associates has helped hundreds of convenience stores and other clients reduce their monthly operational costs through a variety of innovative programs--often saving clients 20-40% on recurring expenses. We do this by closely examining your invoices for each of your business locations, negotiating best-in-class rates, tracking costs through a custom-built database, questioning and researching anomalies, obtaining refunds, and applying our extensive industry knowledge to each client we serve.

We help you avoid late fees and service shut-offs and ensure you are paying the optimal rates for your services. Our process often includes timely payment of bills and ongoing review for errors and savings opportunities. You get the peace of mind that comes with knowing your bills are paid on time and your costs are low.

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Cost Control Associates consults with clients across the U.S. and in Canada. Our expense management services include invoice audits for more than 90 fixed expense categories, processing and paying bills, analyzing and reporting utility and other cost data, energy procurement, and account opening/ closing.

With nearly 30 years of experience, Cost Control Associates has proven expertise in delivering top-of-the-line expense management services that bring value to your organization. We operate independently, so we always have your best interests in mind when negotiating with your vendors.

We know your providers and your industry, and we know what your neighbors are paying for the same services. We can save you money!

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When you operate multiple locations, it’s challenging to manage utility costs and other fixed expenses. Cost Control Associates works with convenience stores to provide bill pay, energy procurement, data management/reporting, and account opening/closing services. We also examine invoices to identify refunds and savings for 90+ spend categories such as utilities, waste, telecom, cable, satellite TV, credit-card processing, bank fees, corporate insurance, janitorial, property tax, workers’ comp and more. Many services are contingent on the savings we find with no upfront costs.

Cost Control Associates, Inc.

Division of SIB Fixed Cost Reduction 310 Bay Road Queensbury, NY 12804 P: 518.824.0321 E: lisa.miller@costcontrolassociates.com W: costcontrolassociates.com

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DayMark Safety Systems Kitchen Automation, Featuring Food Safety Labeling

DayMark’s proprietary, cloudbased and app-driven kitchen automation platform transforms how retail foodservice kitchens efficiently and safely prepare food for the public. It starts with DayMark’s totally secure, server-independent digital distribution platform: the GATEWAY, which hosts several innovative applications that DayMark has developed to run your business better—and safer.

MenuPilot®, the flagship application, coupled with streamlined corporate management of menu data via the MenuCommand web portal, reduces dependence on hardware and increases emphasis on platform. These provide a deeper understanding and improved management of back-of-house workflows such as receiving, daily tasks, cooler and freezer temperature monitoring, and food check monitoring. DayMark also delivers a companion hardware bundle with the Matt85™ direct thermal label printer and available Android tablet, facilitating on-demand production of shelf-life, food rotation and complex grab & go product labeling.

Tamper-Evident Delivery Labels

Delivery has redefined what c-store operators can do to appeal to consumers who place a strong value on both convenience and access to healthier food choices. In a recent survey, “third-party delivery options” was named the top service that c-store operators said that they plan to add within the next year.

With this in mind, DayMark offers the TamperSeal™ labeling system: a line of tamper-evident labels for use in the food delivery service industry. The labels can be handwritten or used in conjunction cstoredecisions.com

DayMark® provides foodservice and related industries with efficient and innovative systems in the areas of food safety, facility safety, employee safety, technology and support.

DayMark’s MenuCommand® kitchen automation platform delivers a truly affordable, real IoT solution for every foodservice kitchen. MenuCommand’s suite of applications include solutions for date code labeling, on- and off-premise food labeling, menu management, asset temperature monitoring, food checks, task management, inventory control, and more.

with the MenuPilot app, allowing for date code information, a company logo, and other types of customized information to be printed on the label. TamperSeal labels feature an aggressive adhesive that sticks to most any packaging material safely and securely. Each label has security slits that cause the label to lose its integrity if someone attempts to open the container. If the seal is broken upon delivery, it is a clear indication that the food may have been tampered with.

DayMark Safety Systems

Antimicrobial Gloves

12830 S. Dixie Hwy. Bowling Green, OH 43402

As the disposable glove supply continues to experience increasing costs and limited availability, SafetyApplied® Antimicrobial Gloves

by DayMark® allow your store to allocate supply of disposable gloves to essential, back-of-house employees and tasks as needed, while also providing customer-facing employees the ability to help protect themselves and the public from the spread of bacteria.

Machine washable for continued wear and made in the USA, the gloves feature Microban® antimicrobial fabric that helps to stop the spread of bacteria, as well as a breathable, lightweight 13-gauge knit fabric that provides dexterity to perform everyday tasks. Touchscreen capability in the index and thumb fingertips makes the gloves ideal when working with POS systems and smart devices.

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DigitalMint BASED ON BITCOIN’S growing usage and untapped cash-to-cryptocurrency opportunity, c-store and gas station owners are in a prime position to implement a Bitcoin point-of-sale solution. DigitalMint offers multiple options for stores to generate a new revenue stream with Bitcoin, including the Bitcoin Kiosk, ATM Sidecar Attachment, and over-the-counter iPad Teller Application.

Bitcoin not only generates revenue but also drives foot traffic leading to potential cross-selling opportunities. DigitalMint handles all installation, maintenance, regulatory obligations, and customer support so that you can focus on your business!

Bitcoin ATM

Our stand-alone kiosk allows customers to purchase Bitcoin with cash in minutes autonomously. Our Bitcoin ATM is a Genmega Universal Kiosk operating on DigitalMint’s in-house developed proprietary software. The kiosk functions similarly to a traditional ATM that you might see at a bank.

ATM Sidecar Attachment

Through our partnership with Genmega, a leading ATM hardware manufacturer, DigitalMint has developed a Sidecar attachment that facilitates Bitcoin transactions through the current ATM at your store location.

The new, state-of-the art Sidecar is the first and only attachment of its kind to enable cash-to-cryptocurrency transactions on a traditional ATM. The Sidecar attachment upgrades your current single-purpose ATM into a modular financial services terminal with a simple drop-in upgrade.

Teller iPad Application

DigitalMint’s easy to use iPad Teller Application empowers your staff to sell Bitcoin over-the-counter through a preconfigured tablet. This highly scalable point-of-sale solution stores easily behind the counter and does not compete for retail shelf space.

DigitalMint is the leading Bitcoin point-of-sale provider in the nation, enabling convenience stores, grocery chains, and gas stations to sell cryptocurrency through physical kiosks and point-of-sale solutions at the counter. DigitalMint technology powers cryptocurrency transactions at locations across the United States. DigitalMint is a FinCEN registered Money Services Business. An industry leader in cash-to-cryptocurrency compliance standards, DigitalMint adheres to all federal banking regulations, including Know Your Customer laws, the Bank Secrecy Act, OFAC, fraud prevention, and other anti-money laundering rules.

DigitalMint

Bitcoin Point-of-Sale Solutions 153 W Ohio St. Suite 500 Chicago, IL 60654 P: 844.405.6170 E: locations@digitalmint.io W: www.digitalmint.io

Culture of Banking Compliance

DigitalMint fosters a strong culture of compliance that flows through every aspect of the business. As a FinCEN-registered Money Services Business, we adhere to all federal banking regulations, including Know Your Customer laws, the Bank Secrecy Act, OFAC, fraud prevention, and Anti-Money Laundering standards. Our industry-leading compliance standards separate DigitalMint from every other Bitcoin point-of-sale provider, keeping our partners compliant and increasing earning potential. Because of our best in class compliance procedures, DigitalMint can offer customers the highest purchase limit in the industry as we’ve become a preferred organization that banks work with. The final result provides our customers with a better experience and our partners with more revenue.

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Dover Fueling Solutions DOVER FUELING SOLUTIONS® (DFS®) is a

Dover Fueling Solutions (“DFS”), part of Dover Corporation, comprises the product brands of ClearView, Fairbanks, OPW Fuel Management Systems, ProGauge, Tokheim, and Wayne Fueling Systems, and delivers advanced fuel dispensing equipment, electronic systems and payment, automatic tank gauging and wetstock management solutions to customers worldwide.

Headquartered in Austin, Texas, DFS has a significant manufacturing and technology development presence around the world.

global technology leader in commercial and retail fueling. For 130 years, DFS and its brands have been driving global innovation in the fuel and convenience retail space through advanced dispensing and secure payment technology, wetstock monitoring and compliance services, site optimization and remote management solutions, comprehensive tank gauging and more.

Comprised of some of the most trusted names in the industry, DFS and its Wayne®, Tokheim®, OPW® Fuel Management Systems, ClearView™, Fairbanks® and ProGauge™ brands are enabling the evolution of the consumer experience in fuel and convenience retail for customers worldwide.

It is with great appreciation for its history that DFS also looks toward the future and offers support for the growth of alternative fuels. From investing in new CNG technologies to new partnerships with electric vehicle (EV) charging station manufacturers like ChargePoint and ABB, DFS is working to help drive in-store traffic in relevant ways to cater to the new customers who will spend 20-25 minutes charging their cars, instead of 3.5 minutes to fill their fuel tanks.

DFS also works to drive business in ways that support the convenience stores beyond fuel sales. Acknowledging many in-store sales come from food service and packaged beverage offerings, DFS develops technology to promote these primary revenue drivers with personalized dispenser solutions. These innovations allow customers to receive relevant ads that make the fueling experience more enjoyable, while contributing to the growth of the industry by driving traffic inside in ways never imagined.

With products already sold in more than 150 countries, DFS continues to grow, learn, adapt and innovate – evolving daily to meet the needs of an ever-changing world and positioning the fuel and convenience retail industry for a strong future and lasting success. cstoredecisions.com

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E-Alternative Solutions, LLC Regulatory challenges, sharpening consumer demand, and rapid growth are quickly shaping emerging, alternative industries. Are you positioned to succeed?

E-Alternative Solutions (EAS), an independently owned sister company of Swisher International, and innovator of adult consumercentric brands, can help you navigate these markets. Our award-winning portfolio of research-tested products, resources and trade programs help you effectively maximize profitability and drive shoppers through your doors. Additionally, our unmatched compliance expertise helps wholesalers and retailers better manage new business categories.

At EAS, we prefer to be “Right” to market rather than “First” to market.

Our product portfolio focuses on consumers’ needs for high-quality, trustworthy alternative solutions.

We’re committed to innovation, excellence, compliance—and ultimately leading new industries into the promise of A World Beyond.

Forth™ CBD features a comprehensive portfolio of US-grown, hemp-derived CBD tinctures, lotions, ingestibles and vape pens. All items have been tested and developed specifically for adult consumers who

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Founded in 2014, E-Alternative Solutions (EAS) develops, markets and distributes highquality, trustworthy alternative solutions in emerging industries for adult consumers. Our product portfolio includes Forth™ CBD and Leap®. Our business pillars of understanding the marketplace, prioritizing customers’ needs, and providing reliable regulatory analysis have positioned us as a thoughtful, respected retail partner.

E-Alternative Solutions, LLC are seeking products that may help with relaxation, physical recovery or focus. Significantly, form factors, price points and packaging sizes for Forth CBD products are designed to meet the needs of the typical convenience store shopper. Visit ForthCBD.com to learn more.

459 E. 16th St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 P: 904.447.6054 W: EalternativeSolutions.com

Leap® includes two great product lines that are an excellent addition to any backbar. The pod-based Leap rechargeable e-cigarette delivers an unmatched vaping experience for adult smokers who are seeking a satisfying alternative. The Leap Go® e-cigarette is an ideal disposable option – enabling adult smokers to effortlessly customize their vaping experience with Smooth Tobacco, Mint and Mango flavors.

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Einstein Bros. Bagels ®

HOW EINSTEIN’S BROS BAGELS BREAKFAST CAN BOOST OVERALL SALES

Breakfast isn’t just the most important meal of the day—it’s many consumers’ favorite meal, too. Even a busy morning or a rushed commute won’t keep consumers from picking up a toasty bagel, a hearty egg sandwich or a refreshing iced coffee along the way.

And the breakfast-food cravings don’t disappear once the morning has passed, either. This means convenience-store retailers have a prime opportunity to expand breakfast offerings—and sales— throughout the day.

Offering all-day breakfast leaves retailers with multiple priorities to juggle, including keeping their service fast, maintaining freshness and upholding high profit margins. C-store foodservice sales—which have fallen between 19% and 26% in 2020—are expected to bounce back strong in 2021, according to Technomic’s August 2020 Foodservice Industry Forecasts.

Purchases are expected to rise as the economy reopens and more consumers begin commuting again—an estimated 26% to 36% more than in 2019—so c-stores must prepare for significant rises in demand to maximize their allday breakfast program’s profitability.

Luckily, Einstein Bros. Bagels offers a solution. Already a fan-favorite brand, Einstein Bros. offers convenience retail solutions to solve the all-day breakfast puzzle. Einstein Bros.’ modular unit is a compact quick-service-restaurant designed to deliver the same high-quality, great-tasting convenient breakfast foods served at standalone Einstein locations—with a smaller footprint that’s perfect for convenience stores.

The modular unit offers a simplified, easy-to-operate breakfast platform that provides c-store customers with a quick stop for great breakfast food—familiar foods from Einstein Bros. Bagels that are fresh, nutritious and portable. Offerings range from classic bagels with a cream cheese “shmear” to savory egg sandwiches and pizza bagels, as well as ultra-trendy cold brew coffee in a variety of flavors. Installation includes all design, equipment, construction, and training support while keeping the initial investment low and the floor plan as small as 130 square feet. cstoredecisions.com

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Einstein Bros.® Bagels is part of the Bagel Brands family, a leading quick-casual company also known for, Bruegger’s Bagels®, Noah’s New York Bagels® and Manhattan Bagel® brands. Einstein Bros.® Bagels is a neighborhood bagelry that’s always baking up a new way to bagel. Known for its freshbaked bagels available in a variety of flavors and premium doublewhipped shmears, Einstein Bros.® Bagels also serves gourmet bagel sandwiches, coffee, espresso, sweets and snacks. Einstein Bros.® Bagels is proud to be the largest bagel retail company in America with more than 700 locations in 40 states and the District of Columbia. To learn more, visit www.EinsteinBros.com.

Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. 555 Zang Street, Suite 300 Lakewood, CO 80228 P: 720.458.9735 E: petrolicensing@coffeeandbagels.com W: www.EinsteinBros.com

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Flex Forward FLEX FORWARD is an online media hub that guides fuel station and convenience store owners through the process of adding E15 and Flex Fuels to their fuels slate. It delivers business advice to decision-makers from the perspective of people who understand them: other fuel retailers.

The hub consolidates the best thinking, the most up-todate regulatory information, compliance assistance, advice, and encouragement from scores of station owners who have successfully implemented Flex Fuels around the United States.

The objective of Flex Forward is simple: make it easier to add new ethanol blends by a) cutting through the noise, and b) empowering independent station owners to make their own choices on growing profits at the pump.

To that end, Flex Forward serves as the antidote to the misinformation about ethanol blends that for too many years has scared some retailers from making a break from the standard playbook of their fuel slate.

“Owning or operating a convenience store isn’t easy,” explains Flex Forward President Ron Lamberty. “The decision to add a new product or buy some new equipment can be gut wrenching.

But many of the new E15 and flex fuel retailers are individual or small chain owners — what can you learn from their experience?”

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Flex Forward shares information the American Coalition for Ethanol has gathered from decades of advising and learning from real-world fuel retailers about financial benefits, technical needs, and funding to offer higher ethanol blends.

With a combination of video, infographics, and news articles, the Flex Forward campaign focuses on four key issues around the fuel slate: the financial upside to adding flex fuels, how to navigate regulations to upgrade to flex fuels, how to execute an upgrade, and why it pays to ignore the noise from uniformed or ill-intentioned opponents of E15 and higher ethanol blends.

Flex Forward delivers straight talk to leaders in both single-store businesses and larger independent chains. It features insights, testimonials, and encouragement from actual veterans of the convenience store business — in other words, people just like you.

“Don’t you owe it to yourself to check out what they’ve done and learn more about E15 and Flex Fuels?” Lamberty say. “Get their story. Go to flexfuelforward.com and go your own road.”

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Led by the ACE’s Ron Lamberty, a veteran c-store owner who understands what working in the business means, Flex Forward is designed by and for independent fuel retailers. Flex Forward is a natural expression of ACE’s mission to help retailers take back control of their fuel slate.

American Coalition for Ethanol Ron Lamberty, SVP O: 605.977.7622 C: 605.376.5702 W: www.flexfuelforward.com

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Franke Coffee Systems Americas PROVIDE C-STORE CUSTOMERS A COFFEE EXPERIENCE THEY WON’T FORGET.

Through years of experience working in the c-store industry, Franke provides advanced coffee solutions that meet your specific business needs.

With leading technology that delivers top quality coffee for c-store operators looking to elevate their coffee program, this innovative equipment allows customers to enjoy a variety of drinks at the touch of a button.

CONTACTLESS SOLUTIONS FOR TODAY’S C-STORE ENVIRONMENT

Gain consumer trust with Franke’s bean to cup or espresso-based coffee machines, all systems that include self-contained coffee, milk, and syrups.

Additionally, operators can provide paper screen protectors which work with Franke’s touchscreen, providing minimal touch points for dispensing. For operators who want to err on the side of caution, Franke Coffee has added the Franke Touchless feature to their Digital Services offering. This option allows customers to use their mobile phone camera to scan a QR code, which populates the available coffee beverages for selection on their phone.

INCREASE SALES WITH THE HIGHEST IN-CUP-QUALITY

In-cup-quality is one of the top drivers for attracting consumers to coffee establishments. With Franke’s iQFlow™ technology, coffee preparation has been revolutionized. Real-time extraction control allows you to design individual taste profiles and ensure consistently high quality, cup by cup.

AUTOMATIC CLEANING SYSTEM PROVIDES MAXIMUM HYGIENE AND RELIABILITY

Operate safely and efficiently with an automatic cleaning system. With less labor requirements than traditional units, c-store team members will have minimal contact and more time to focus on consumers.

OFFER CONSISTENT EXPERIENCES – IN EVERY LOCATION

Serve your customers coffee that offers the same high in-cup-quality wherever and whenever they buy it – even if they prepare it themselves. This way, you can ensure your customers get accustomed to the distinct taste of your products and become longterm fans – no matter where in the world they visit a location.

At Franke, we’re not just in the business of selling coffee machines. We’re in the business of creating wonderful coffee experiences for your customers.

With our expertise and experience within the coffee industry, we can help you provide the perfect in-cup-quality while solving any challenges that stand in the way of your coffee business, no matter the scale of your ambition.

Because, whatever business you’re in, we know it’s about more than coffee.

It’s all about the moment. We can help you make it wonderful.

Franke Coffee Systems Americas

800 Aviation Parkway Smyrna, TN 37167 P: 800.310.5710 W: coffee.franke.com Email Franke today to schedule your in-store test at cs-coffeesales.us@franke.com

WORK WITH A PARTNER YOU CAN ALWAYS RELY ON

From our Swiss-manufactured machines and the consistently high in-cup-quality coffee they produce, to the all-round customer service we provide – everything about Franke’s solutions are designed with reliability and operational efficiency in mind.

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Fully Loaded, LLC

FULLY LOADED PRODUCTS provide nicotine satisfaction formulated specifically for moist dippers. All food-grade ingredients are utilized and listed on each retail unit. The nicotine source infused in their products is TFN® (tobacco-free nicotine), providing a true tobacco-free experience, at 7mg of nicotine per dose, comparable to traditional smokeless.

Fully Loaded is the only moist tobacco-free nicotine pouch on the market, providing traditional smokeless tobacco users a true tobacco-free alternative.

Fully Loaded is available in 8 Flavors at varying nicotine levels.

The Fully Loaded consumer experience: Same solid pack, mouth feel, moisture, appearance, and nicotine satisfaction, but 100% tobacco-free.

Dryv is a new brand and product that the Fully Loaded team released in 2020.

Dryv is a nootropic energy pouch manufactured with a coffee base. A nootropic is a dietary supplement that helps support brain functions, including memory, mental speed, and focus. Each pouch of Dryv is equivalent to a ½ cup of coffee.

Made with their energy blend and 60mg of caffeine, Dryv delivers a healthy boost of sustained energy. REAL ENERGY. NO JITTERS.

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Fully Loaded is a nicotine dip & pouch manufacturer, born in Akron, Ohio. Every product line they produce is 100% tobaccofree. From their grassroots beginnings, the focus has been simple: quality, innovation, and customer relationships. Fully Loaded prides themselves on delivering a superior product, at a fair price, that delivers all the attributes their adult consumers are looking for in their dipping experience. All products are made in USA (Akron, OH).

Fully Loaded, LLC 180 Cuyahoga Street Akron, OH 44304 E: info@fullyloadedchew.com W: fullyloadedchew.com/pages/ retail-wholesale-information

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GAMCO SAVE ON YOUR RESTROOM’S NEXT FACELIFT

For an instant, budget-conscious restroom upgrade, GAMCO Commercial Restroom Accessories offers a wide selection of simple, durable options that are easy on your bottom line. Products include soap dispensers, paper towel dispensers, waste receptacles, toilet tissue dispensers, mirrors, grab bars and more.

Say goodbye to obsolete, unsanitary plastic accessories suffering from years of deferred maintenance. Update your restroom with a professional, integrated look—for less than you’d expect— with GAMCO: Bobrick’s value line of restroom accessories.

ENHANCING HEALTH & HYGIENE

Access to functional soap and paper towel dispensers is essential.

Are your restroom accessories unsanitary or in disrepair? GAMCO offers a wide selection of simple soap and paper towel dispensing options that are easy on your bottom line.

Reduce touch points with touchless, stainless steel soap dispensers, such GAMCO’s G-950SA liquid or G-950-FA foam wallmounted soap dispensers. Or,

Coverall Recessed Towel Dispenser (TD-6)

simplify maintenance—reducing risk of dispenser downtime—with the touchless G-63SD counter-mounted liquid soap dispenser, which is easy to fill with reliably available bulk soap. In fact, nearly all GAMCO soap dispensers accept universal bulk soaps readily available in the market, as opposed to costly, proprietary cartridges.

Support new soap dispensers with a budget-conscious hand drying upgrade. From the recessed, compact TD-6 paper towel dispenser to a high-capacity combination unit like the TW-9, GAMCO has your solution. GAMCO offers full lines of paper towel dispensers, combination paper towel dispensers/waste receptacles and hand dryers to meet any store’s hygiene needs.

GAMCO Commercial Restroom Accessories, a division of Bobrick Washroom Equipment, Inc. specializes in budget-friendly commercial stainless steel restroom accessories. GAMCO offerings include a complete line of soap dispensers, paper towel dispensers, hand dryers, stainless steel grab bars, fold-up shower seats, waste receptacles, toilet tissue dispensers and more.

GAMCO also manufactures custom restroom products made from specialty materials, such as solid brass and solid bronze, or with powder coated finishes in a variety of colors.

GAMCO Commercial Restroom Accessories One GAMCO Place Durant, Oklahoma 74701 P: 580.924.8066 W: gamcousa.com

Basin-Mounted Soap Dispenser with All-Purpose Valve (G-64LB-6)

MEET EVERY REQUIREMENT

GAMCO distributors can provide all the restroom accessories required for commercial women’s, men’s, and family restrooms, at prices to meet all budget requirements. Many GAMCO products meet ADA compliance requirements for operability and wall protrusion and are made with postindustrial recycled stainless steel.

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Gilbarco Veeder-Root PASSPORT® POS

The Gilbarco Passport POS system is designed to meet the unique needs of c-stores and other fuel retail sites.

With Passport, retailers can futureproof their businesses for the PCI requirements of today and beyond.

Passport is certified for all major POS networks and interfaces with more third-party partners than any other convenience store POS system in the industry. The easy user interface allows new employees to train in 20 minutes or less. With the industry-leading 24/7, U.S.-based help desk, businesses powered with Passport are never alone. Passport is EMV-ready right out of the box and with easy integration with third-party systems and powerful tracking tools it gives you everything you need to run and manage a cuttingedge fuel retailing system. Investing in Passport today, means investing in the POS technology of tomorrow.

PASSPORT EDGE®

Passport EDGE offers the industryleading power of Passport POS, streamlined for the small business owner. The only forecourt-focused, tablet-style POS system is the futureproof solution small businesses need as technology constantly evolves. It uses the time-tested foundation of Passport to create a lighter, tabletstyle system with a small front-counter footprint. With a subscription-based payment plan and no long-term contract, Passport EDGE gives you the flexibility your business needs to stay nimble. The POS system is EMVready out of the box, offering the major retail security that customers expect. The 24/7/365, U.S.-based remote help desk ensures you’re never alone. Passport EDGE, what you need with room to grow.

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Passport POS Passport Express Lane self-checkout shrinks lines, cuts labor costs, and enhances the shopping experience to increase loyalty. Consumers crave quick service and control. Keep your shoppers on schedule and speeding along without putting extra stress on your workforce. With seamless Passport integration and customizable display features, Express Lane will fit your brand perfectly. Thrill shoppers by helping them save time and skip the line. All they have to do is scan, pay, and be on their way.

HYDRX™ FUEL CONDITIONING SYSTEM

The Veeder-Root HydrX Fuel Conditioning System is the latest innovation to combat corrosion in the harshest fueling environments.

HydrX helps prevent in-tank corrosion by providing continuous water removal within diesel underground storage tanks. It does not allow water to stagnate on tank bottoms and breed microbial activity, accessing water from the lowest point in the tank. The integrated filtration removes entrained water, rust, sand, and microbial particulate from the fuel, polishing it before returning clean fuel back to the tank.

Eliminate loss of revenue due to unplanned site shutdowns caused by out of specification fuel and broad contamination leading to equipment failure.

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Whether it’s outside, inside, underground or in the cloud, Gilbarco Veeder-Root has the solution for your site’s needs. We are the worldwide technology leader for retail and commercial fueling operations offering the broadest range of integrated solutions from the forecourt to the convenience store and head office. For over 150 years, Gilbarco Veeder-Root has earned the trust of its customers by providing long-term partnership, uncompromising support, and proven reliability. The company’s major product lines include fuel dispensers, nozzles, pump media, point-of-sale systems, payment systems, automatic tank gauges, submersible turbine pumps, fleet management systems, and e-mobility solutions.

Gilbarco Veeder-Root W: www.gilbarco.com www.veeder.com

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Global Widget LLC Global Widget, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Tampa, Florida, is a vertically integrated manufacturer, distributor and marketer of CBD and wellness products, and the trusted powerhouse behind the iconic Hemp Bombs, Nature’s Script and Perfect Paws Hemp brands and Defense Boost brand. Global Widget’s products are sold in over 25,000 retail locations.

Global Widget LLC AS PIONEERS IN THE CBD INDUSTRY and one of the largest and most

vertically integrated manufacturers, Global Widget partners with those looking to successfully open new revenue streams with CBD and other wellness products. Global Widget’s CBD brands include Hemp Bombs, Nature’s Script, and Perfect Paws Hemp. Our recent accolades include the 2020 Retailer Choice Best New Product Award-winning CBD Gummies, and the 2020 Progressive Grocer Editors’ Pick Best New Product award-winning CBD Bath Bombs. In addition, we just launched Defense Boost, which is our first non-CBD product line. With a continued focus on innovation and identification of consumer trends, Global Widget is committed to delivering the industry’s best experience for our retailers and distribution partners. Learn more at partners.globalwidget.com.

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Home Market Foods GROW YOUR FOODSERVICE business with a large selection of roller grill favorites from Home Market Foods. With a focus on quality and incredible taste, Home Market Foods delivers craveable products aimed at driving traffic and loyalty for your operation. Check out some of our latest and most popular products:

RollerBites®

Bold! Different! Better!

Bursting with flavor and packed with protein, RollerBites offer the perfect on-the-go snack. Seasoned all-white-meat Chicken RollerBites offered in a variety of bold flavors have more protein than any other chicken product on the grill. Try the NEW! Buttermilk Ranch Chicken and the best-selling, crowd-pleasing Cheesy Buffalo Ranch Chicken!

Our flame-broiled Cheeseburger RollerBites has that juicy home-grilled flavor that’s sure to satisfy and keep customers coming back for more. Savory Breakfast RollerBites varieties combine hearty eggs, sausage and cheese for a delicious on-the-go breakfast option.

Eisenberg®

Premium all-beef franks and gourmet sausages are an experience your protein-craving customers won’t soon forget. Carefully crafted with a passion for quality, Eisenberg Franks deliver only the best cuts of beef and all-natural seasonings for deliciously awesome flavor!

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Bahama Mama®

Complete your grill selection with the epic flavor of Bahama Mama Sausages. Choose from the fan favorite German Recipe, hot-trending Jalapeño ’N Cheddar and the NEW! Smoked Cheddar Sausage. Made from quality cuts of beef and pork, 100% real cheese and no fillers.

Cooked Perfect®

Home Market Foods has been creating delicious food products since 1957 using authentic recipes and the finest quality ingredients. Our innovative, forward-thinking culinary team leads the industry with a commitment to providing craveable products for today’s discerning consumers. With safety as our mantra and quality at our core, we are your goto provider for all things “delicious.”

Home Market Foods 140 Morgan Drive Norwood, MA 02062 P: 800-367-8325 781-948-1500, Ext 529 E: info@HMFfoodservice.com W: www.HMFfoodservice.com

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Taste is King, and Cooked Perfect is on top! Our new Gourmet Italian Meatballs are flame-broiled and seasoned with a balance of Romano & Parmesan cheese and proprietary Italian seasonings. Cooked Perfect beats all market leaders in taste preference and is the #1 frozen meatball brand in the nation.

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Hoshizaki HOSHIZAKI FOODSERVICE EQUIPMENT helps c-stores have

more efficient operations–saving energy and money!

Customers can have a variety of ice types with Hoshizaki crescent cubers and cubelet nugget-style ice machines. Available for use on top of dispensers, on bins or under the counter. Continuous innovation makes our ice machines more efficient with increased ice production and longer lifetime – operation savings. Our refrigerators, merchandisers and prep tables have features to maximize temperature control and keep food safe – saving on food and labor costs.

Dispensed drinks and freshly prepared foods have a higher profit margin than their prepackaged counterparts have and are therefore a smart choice for c-store owners.

There is continued growth in c-store beverage choices for the consumer.

This includes additional coffee flavors, smoothies and a broader variety of fountain drink options with flavor shots, teas, juices and sparkling waters.

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HOSHIZAKI is the world leader in the design, manufacturing, and marketing of a wide range of products for the foodservice industry including ice machines, refrigerators, freezers, prep tables, display cases and dispensers. With corporate headquarters in Peachtree City, Georgia, Hoshizaki America, Inc.’s continuous innovation and commitment to the highest standards ensures that our customers have exceptional quality products.

C-store favorites include the KMD530M_J, Crescent Cuber (crescent ice) and the FD-1002MAJ-C (cubelet ice). Both produce ice consistently and dependably to keep customers’ drinks deliciously chilled. These modular models are easily mounted on most major beverage dispensers.

The old standard prepackaged sandwiches provided by a third party are still available; however, they are quickly being replaced by fresh sandwiches made on location and, in many cases, made to order. The menu is not limited to sandwiches – many other options have been added to the c-store menu such as pizza, wraps, bowls and salads.

Hoshizaki Sandwich Prep Tables, Mega Top Tables and Pizza Prep Tables allow for quick food prep and service while keeping food products at ideal, food-safe temperatures.

For sandwich, salad, or taco prep, the SR48A-12D4 twosection refrigerated prep table with drawers features stainless steel interior and exterior.

Hoshizaki’s line of glass door merchandisers come in 6 different sizes from 7 to 65 cubic feet of interior storage capacity.

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Hoshizaki America, Inc. 618 Highway 74 South Peachtree City, GA 30269 P: 800.438.6087 W: www.hoshizakiamerica.com

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Hunt Brothers Pizza AT HUNT BROTHERS® PIZZA, WE KNOW PIZZA.

The Hunt Brothers® Pizza program was created specifically for convenience stores. With 30 years of experience serving the c-store industry, our branded pizza program is designed to make foodservice easy and profitable.

The program offers high quality, high margin products that take virtually no time to prepare. Most stores are able to handle our new program with existing employees and the program can be operated in as little as 59 square feet with flexible pizza shoppe and equipment options.

Hunt Brothers Pizza offers a 12˝ original crust pizza, thin crust pizza, breakfast pizza, bone-in chicken wings, and boneless WingBites®.

Our grab-and-go pizza option, Hunk A Pizza®, is one-quarter of a whole pizza that makes for a quick breakfast or lunch on the go. Our made-to-order whole pizza provides consumers who are looking to customize their pizza with a quick dinner option, providing all toppings at no extra charge.

A Nationally Branded Program for a Reasonable Investment

With 7,800+ locations in 30 states, Hunt Brothers Pizza is a nationally recognized brand and the #1 brand in the c-store industry. Unlike many other branded foodservice programs, Hunt Brothers Pizza does not charge franchise, royalty or marketing fees.

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With 7,800+ locations in 30 states, Hunt Brothers® Pizza is the nation’s largest brand of made-to-order pizza in the convenience store industry.

Hunt Brothers Pizza offers pizza available as a graband-go Hunk A Pizza® or as a customizable whole pizza that is an exceptional value with All Toppings No Extra Charge®.

Hunt Brothers Pizza As a NASCAR sponsor, Hunt Brothers Pizza provides its locations with free national branding to 75 million racing fans. In-store marketing is also provided at no cost, and it’s installed and refreshed by a dedicated Pizza Professional.

Our direct store delivery ensures pizza products are delivered on Hunt Brothers Pizza trucks. A dedicated Pizza Professional will rotate and restock inventory and refresh marketing each week. They will even prepare your order for you and confirm quantities before restocking.

To keep consumer interest high, Hunt Brothers Pizza offers several LTO (Limited Time Only) pizzas throughout the year. Fan favorites like Buffalo Chicken Pizza and Chicken Bacon Ranch keep customers coming back to your store.

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4020 Jordonia Station Road Nashville, TN 37218 P: 800.453.3675 E: info@hbpizza.com W: huntbrotherspizza.com

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Invenco Invenco is a global provider of revolutionary self-service payment technology and secure customer engagement solutions. With a strong presence in the retail fuel vertical, Invenco’s product lines include the G6 and G7 Outdoor Payment Terminals, the Invenco-i2 affordable EMV solution, iNFX retail micro-services and the Invenco Cloud Services platform.

Invenco has US offices in Atlanta, GA and Tampa, FL.

INVENCO IS AN INDUSTRY LEADING

digital agility. provider of micro-service designed Invenco is also the creator of the applications and self-service industry’s first “as a service” program payment solutions for the global for outdoor EMV-compliant pay-atretail fuel market. Their offerings pump terminals. The offering was are engineered from the ground up developed when Invenco recognized to deliver fast, reliable, and secure retailers were being asked to technology that is flexible enough invest too much, too frequently in to address various retailer needs. expensive and inflexible proprietary Invenco’s product line includes the G6 equipment. Instead, Invenco-i2 and G7 Outdoor Payment Terminals, offers retailers a solution that Invenco Link high-speed ethernet solves the security and liability shift network, iNFX forecourt and card problem with a low-cost monthly payment services and the Invenco payment. The payment is fixed and Cloud Services platform for remote “all-inclusive” covering equipment, management of technology, customer services, repairs, support, software experiences, and media. updates and access to the Invenco As the industry continues to Cloud for the life of the contract. The accelerate into an age of digital only up-front cost is an affordable growth, Invenco has been a vocal installation fee and retailers are advocate for enabling 3rd party upgraded to the latest compliant development using SDKs and open terminal model at the end of each protocol solutions. This is illustrated contract on resigning. through their use of open API Leadership to Invenco means architecture and following of the delivering solutions that enable Conexxus Payment Terminal v1.0 digital agility for the modern Protocol. By enabling extension of retailer. They achieve this by solving capabilities through open SDK and challenges and improving customer APIs, Invenco seeks to empower experiences while delivering return customers to accelerate their on investment. As industry trends own digital strategies and deliver and regulations continue to change, improved customer experiences Invenco is proud to offer solutions through its core micro-services that position retailers to achieve their framework designed to drive secure next level of ongoing success. cstoredecisions.com

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J& J Snack Foods, Corp.

TODAY’S CONVENIENCE STORE

customer is constantly on-the-go and unwilling to sacrifice quality or taste for convenience. Consumers are searching for craveable food at a fair price. At J&J Snack Foods, we understand convenience.

We’ve carefully crafted products that are easy to prepare at the operator level and are loved by convenience shoppers, like our latest introductions to the convenience channel: Supreme Stuffers® Individually Wrapped Bagel Twists are the next big thing in breakfast or anytime snacking. J&J Snack Foods knows that breakfast is a huge traffic driver for the convenience channel, and consumers are looking for more out-of-the-box menu items, daily.

Supreme Stuffers® Bagel Twists come in three delicious fan-favorite flavors, individually wrapped in an innovative kraft paper wrapping that allows the product to be baked or microwaved right inside its eyecatching packaging to help ease store operations. These items boast a 1-year frozen shelf life, 14-day refrigerated shelf life, and will hold up to 4 hours in a heated warmer.

They can be eaten right out of the packaging, either warmed or refrigerated, making these easy to merchandise in any category across the store.

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Pretzel Fillers® Individually Wrapped Stuffed Soft Pretzels combine convenience, portability, and mouthwatering flavor which is what we do to help make your life a little less busy. Now we’re introducing a hot new flavor – Buffalo Cheddar Stuffed Soft Pretzel made with Frank’s RedHot®, America’s #1 Hot Sauce! It’s all in the details with this new item – white cheddar cheese infused with Frank’s RedHot® Sauce and lightly dusted with Ranch Dressing Powder. The Pretzel Fillers® Individually Wrapped items can be merchandised in a cooler case, with a 7-day refrigerated shelf life, or can be baked or microwaved and held in a hot foods case for up to 4 hours!

We take the time to craft products with our partners in mind (you!), that will transform your store to a meal or snacking destination, all while helping provide a great product that your customers are sure to crave. We want to be your partner! Whether that means working with you to get branded equipment, or eye-catching point-of-sale materials, we want to be your go-to for convenient solutions! #FunServedHere CSTORE DECISIONS

J&J Snack Foods, Corp.

(NASDAQ: JJSF) is a leader and innovator in the snack food industry, providing innovative, niche, and affordable branded snack foods and beverages to foodservice, convenience stores, and retail supermarket outlets.

Manufactured and distributed nationwide, our principal products include soft pretzels, churros, handheld snacks, baked goods, frozen beverages, novelties, and frozen desserts such as churros and funnel cakes.

The company is consistently expanding its unique product offering while making families smile worldwide!

J&J Snack Foods, Corp.

6000 Central Highway Pennsauken, NJ 08109 P: 800.486.9533 W: www.jjsnackfoodservice.com

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Johnsonville

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JOHNSONVILLE® DELIVERS NEW HANDHELD SANDWICHES FOR C-STORES About Johnsonville® C-Store

Johnsonville® is dedicated to the c-store operator’s success.

No matter what store footprint, Johnsonville speaks the language and understands the issues operators face. Dedicated to be problem solvers, Johnsonville is armed with an arsenal of products and programs designed to help the c-store business thrive.

Johnsonville employs approximately 3,000 members globally. Founded in 1945 by the late Ralph F. and Alice Stayer, the privately held company remains family owned today and is based in Wisconsin.

To learn more and see all Johnsonville c-store products, visit cstore.johnsonville.com.

JOHNSONVILLE HAS LAUNCHED

two new handheld sandwiches specifically for the convenience store market. The new sandwich varieties – Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage and Beef Hot Dog – offer a quick, delicious option for those seeking something more substantial on-the-go. Each portable sandwich is packaged in a sealed, microwavable film and features a high-quality, Johnsonville link enrobed in golden-brown bread.

“Our new enrobed handheld sandwiches are a perfect option for in-store displays,” says Austin Van Treeck, Product Marketing Manager for Johnsonville. “With quality ingredients and grab-and-go convenience, these sandwiches are ideal for busy consumers who desire a satisfying meal that can easily be enjoyed without disrupting their daily routine.”

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The new, handheld sandwiches are available in two, craveable varieties for c-store operators.

The Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage sandwich is made with 100% premium pork that has been naturally hardwood smoked and filled with real cheddar cheese and diced jalapeño peppers. This new product is right on-trend, as the jalapeño cheddar flavor has grown by +63% in menu penetration over the past three years.* The Beef Hot Dog ready-to-eat sandwich is naturally hardwood smoked and takes advantage of a flavor favorite made even easier to enjoy on-the-go. Hot dogs are the #1 flavor on roller grills, and beef hot dogs are up 5% in penetration over the past four years.* To learn more, visit the Johnsonville C-Store product page cstore.johnsonville.com CSTORE DECISIONS

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PO Box 906 Sheboygan Falls, WI 53085 P: 800.837.5391 W: cstore.johnsonville.com

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Krispy Krunchy Chicken

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KRISPY KRUNCHY FOODS, LLC

announces another record-breaking year in 2020, adding 375 new locations to its growing family of over 2,600 stores with its branded fried chicken program. In 2020, Krispy Krunchy® rolled out its first direct to consumer product, Perfectly Cajun

by Krispy Krunchy® Seasoning and Marinade. Their new seasoning and marinade combine the unique flavor profile and signature coloring exclusive to Krispy Krunchy Chicken® in a convenient take-home package.

This product offers the perfect blend of Cajun spices with a mild flavor that is…Perfectly Cajun!

To find a location near you, go to krispykrunchy.com/locations or for more information on partnering with Krispy Krunchy Chicken®, visit krispykrunchy.com/partnering or contact info@krispykrunchy.com.

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Established in 1989, Krispy Krunchy Chicken® is one of the fastest-growing premium c-store based quick-service restaurant (QSR) concepts in the country with approximately 2,600 retail locations in 47 states. Krispy Krunchy® features Cajun-style chicken, which is infused with Krispy Krunchy’s® proprietary marinade, and fried in zero trans-fat oil, along with signature sides and delicious honey butter biscuits. Krispy Krunchy Chicken® is always… Freshly Made. Perfectly Cajun, every time!

Krispy Krunchy Foods P: 318.483.4343 E: info@krispykrunchy.com W: www.KrispyKrunchy.com

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Legal Lean Co. Legal lean is a market leader in the alternative lifestyle, health and wellness and relaxation segment of the convenience store market. We are an innovator and stay ahead of the health and wellness trends as well as pop culture, and Legislative climate challenges and environmental trends. Our brand is expected to grow as mood enhancement/health and wellness, as well as, cannabis culture products become legalized and culturally accepted in mainstream society. We expect they will eventually become a staple in the convenience store markets globally.

WHY SHOULD YOU BUY LEGAL LEAN BRAND PRODUCTS?

Our brand offers retailers very high gross profit per square inch counter space compared to others. With an average gross profit of $6 per bottle, you will yield a whopping 60% gross profit.

This is significantly higher compared to the industry average of other general health/wellness and over-the-counter medicine products.

Founded in 2015, Legal Lean has risen as a leader in alternative lifestyle, mood enhancement and relaxation products. We believe in providing consumers with eye catching alternative health and wellness products at affordable pricing to enhance people’s lives. At the same time, we also believe in providing retailers the highest margins and brand visibility for all levels in the supply chain.

WE STAND OUT

Our eye-catching and flamboyant branding really sets us apart and turns heads which will surely attract attention and consumer impulse buys.

We provide retailers with acrylic countertop displays, strong eyecatching marketing materials and even complimentary giveaway items to increase value and build long term brand loyalty.

Legal Lean Co. 10151 University Blvd, #328 Orlando, FL 32817 P: 321.236.2619 E: Legalleanstore@gmail.com W: www.Legalleanstore.com www.Legallean.com

“TO KEEP PEOPLE CALM AND “CHILL” DURING STRESSFULL TIMES”

Our products can be used to aid in sleep, and help people relax and enhance their quality of life.

DRAW NEW DEMOGRAPHICS

Our strong brand recognition will bring a new demographic of consumers into your store.

Most likely millennials, as well as multicultural and ethnic consumers, seeking mood enhancement and wellness alternatives will be loyal to the culture that our brand represents.

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Loomis U.S. EVEN WITH THE AVAILABILITY “The great thing about the of alternative forms of payment, SafePoint product line is that we’re convenience stores are still truly able to offer our clients the right predominately cash-run businesses, solution for any business situation,” with cash accounting for 60 percent says Lenny Evansek, vice president of purchases. But having large of SafePoint business development amounts of cash on hand leaves for Loomis. “From low-value and lowbusinesses vulnerable to risks such risk cash environments to those that as internal and external loss or theft. need complete in-store automation Additionally, outdated and manual around deposits and change order cash-handling processes are timemanagement—there are more than consuming and financially draining.

60 different options available that can Fortunately, there’s SafePoint be used together with one common

by Loomis—a complete cash interface and platform.” management ecosystem that helps SafePoint customers also have total convenience stores streamline cash access to their cash data with Loomis processes, increase security, and Direct. This online customer portal save money. features equipment management SafePoint combines cuttingcapabilities and provides complete edge smart safe and cash recycler visibility of and near-real-time technology, dedicated IT support, access to account information, cash system monitoring, armored reporting, and tracking information, transport, and customer service to from pickup to delivery. address every cash management In addition to complete visibility, need with ease.

SafePoint customers also benefit from The SafePoint Titan family of smart comprehensive system monitoring safes (the flagship Titan model, and diagnostic capabilities, which Titan C, and Titan X expansion help anticipate and solve issues peripherals, plus the newest Titan before they happen. This is made S and Titan Z models) are the most possible with integration into advanced and secure on the market SafeSync. This revolutionary platform and are built to accommodate the is capable of supporting up to needs of any size business. Features 100,000 safes with no downtime and like remote support, a user-friendly 100% issue resolution, and gives interface, and built-in tutorials make Loomis’ dedicated SafePoint IT team for seamless integration in a store a comprehensive, centralized view of environment, and minimal downtime the entire SafePoint system to ensure for training. better service.

The Titan R line of cash recyclers Finally, when customers choose introduce a new wave of benefits SafePoint, they gain access to for retail customers, allowing them Loomis’ industry expertise and cash to automate nearly all steps in their management services portfolio, which cash-handling processes. Gone includes secure armored transport, are the days of spending hours hundreds of provisional banking in the cash room—with the Titan partnerships, and a dedicated R, employees can spend more national customer support team. valuable time on the sales floor “SafePoint is a technology-driven assisting customers. And with sizes one-stop shop for our customers, ranging from under-counter options and we strive to provide service to large-scale options for large that’s second to none,” says Moises retail operations, the Titan R line is Gonzalez, vice president of product development for SafePoint by Loomis. designed to suit businesses of any size, helping them maximize their “It’s about becoming a partner for our ROI while closing the loop in their customers and letting them know that cash management process. we will always go above and beyond.”

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Loomis is a global leader in cutting-edge cash management products and solutions. Our business is built on trust and integrity, and our vision is to continually expand our offerings to find the right solutions for our retail customers so that they can cut costs, improve efficiency, boost profitability, and protect their cash.

Loomis U.S. 2500 CityWest Blvd. #2300 Houston, TX 77042 P: 713.435.6700, option 2 W: www.loomis.us

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MasonWays Indestructible Plastics DUNNAGE RACK DISPLAY BASES/ STORAGE BASES

Over 80 base sizes with various heights to choose from. Four Dunnage Rack lines, so you never have to settle for the wrong size.

Most units are NSF certified and produced with USDA approved materials. Colors, sign holders, molded in logos/graphics and antimicrobial additives available.

Meet Health Department regulations by keeping products off the floor.

STAIR STEP MERCHANDISERS

Bases require no assembly, are water repellent and impervious to chemicals and the environment.

Optional sign holders and molded in graphics. Available in three and fourfoot sizes.

REFUSE/RECYCLING BINS

Municipalities require and customers now want to recycle.

MasonWays was awarded the ‘Best Product Award’ for its Recycling Programs. Durable and weather resistant. Recycling centers have labeling options so customers can discard their recyclables properly.

LOCKING OUTDOOR CABINETS

Economical Stock and Custom Display Solutions.

MasonWays has the largest selection of Molded Bases, Dunnage Racks, Displays, Fixtures, Merchandisers, and Forecourt Fuel Chain products for Grocers, Supermarkets, Convenience Stores, Mass Merchandisers, and the Food Service Industry in NA. Five strategic production facilities expedite deliveries and reduce shipping costs. Our manufacturing process uses a no seam technology that is durable and economical priced. 10-year warranty. Stock and custom display solutions.

Corporate Offices 580 Village Blvd.

West Palm Beach, FL 33409 P: 800-837-2881 F: 800-693-7745 W: www.masonways.com E: info@masonways.com

Georgia • Ohio • Indiana • Oregon • Canada

Increase impulse sales. Sell additional merchandise outdoors by offering water, windshield-washer fluid, rock salt, wood, and other seasonal products to encourage impulse sales. Cabinets lock overnight. Keep products dry, free from snow, rain, and dirt.

NEW GREEN OFFSET PROGRAM

offers plastic credits for returned MasonWays units that we recycle into raw material to be repeatedly used.

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McLane Company, Inc. MCLANE IS YOUR SUPPLY CHAIN advantage in action. As an industry leader, McLane has invested heavily in its end-to-end grocery supply chain services. Our one-of-a-kind solution combines unparalleled procurement resources and relationships, state-of-the-art logistics, data and analytics based merchandising services and costsaving technology applications that empower our customers to buy better, sell smarter and profit more.

NATIONWIDE BUYING POWER

To effectively service nearly 110,000 retail locations, we work closely with thousands of manufacturers to offer the widest range of products to our customers. In fact, we are one of the largest worldwide purchasers of products in such key retail categories as tobacco, candy and salty snacks.

This kind of buying power means that we can assist you in getting the best manufacturer buying brackets possible.

CATEGORY MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS & PROVEN PROCESS

With our highly experienced category management professionals, we’re ready to help you in all merchandising and sales areas from inventory and pricing management to category analysis and product promotion. Whether it’s tapping into the latest trends or leveraging lucrative new opportunities, we can provide the valuable insights and tools your business needs to optimize your product mix.

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IN-DEPTH DATA, MARKET INSIGHTS

A key advantage of working with McLane is the depth of our information resources and market insights. Our merchandising strategies are all based on proven results, not marketing budgets. With one of the industry’s most robust data warehouses, we are able to use an aggregated class of tradespecific data and compare and contrast these findings with multiple syndicated data sources. With this powerful analytic approach, you can compare your sales and product movement with that of other trends on a national, regional and local level, as well as by individual stores and specific items to determine your best-mix product scenarios and identify key selling opportunities.

McLane Company, Inc. is one of the largest supply chain services leaders in the United States, providing grocery and foodservice solutions for convenience stores, mass merchants, drug stores and chain restaurants. Through McLane Grocery and McLane Foodservice, McLane operates over 80 distribution centers and one of the nation’s largest private fleets. The company buys, sells and delivers more than 50,000 consumer products to nearly 110,000 locations across the U.S. Additionally, McLane provides alcoholic beverage distribution through its subsidiary, Empire Distributors, Inc. McLane is a wholly owned unit of Berkshire Hathaway Inc (NYSE: BRK) and employs 24,000 teammates.

McLane Company, Inc. 4747 McLane Pkwy Temple, TX 76504-4854 P: 254.771.7500 800.299.1401 W: www.mclaneco.com

TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS

Technology solutions are designed to help you buy better, sell smarter and profit more. As a grocery retailer, dealing with thousands of SKUs, dozens of technology applications and various front- and back-office accounting systems can be a neverending challenge. Fortunately, our dedicated team of IT professionals is ready to help. Not only do we provide a broad range of custom applications, but we also help ensure that they work with the enterprise applications—such as SAP, PDI, Radiant and many others.

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MDI Worldwide MDI Worldwide specializes in designing and producing indoor and outdoor custom and stock displays, signage, and fixtures for convenience stores and petroleum stations. Our products include column cladding, valances, pump toppers, a bollard sign system, WindMaster® curb sign stands, window mounted PosterGrip® frames, and lit signs. We collaborate with you so your customers buy something for the road.

Column Cladding, Valances, and Pump Toppers:

MDI Worldwide

• Steer customers to your fuel and store • Enhance structural elements with custom graphics • Add brand recognition to columns and dispensers • Promote programs with interchangeable signage

38271 W 12 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48331 P: 248.553.1900 W: www.mdiworldwide.com

Bollard Sign Systems:

• Feature front-loading frames for simple changeouts • Include clear overlays for weather protection • Mount cleanly to walls, poles or bollards

WindMaster® Curb Signs:

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Draw and move customers from pump to store Feature durable legs or robust rolling bases Boast best-in-industry wind resistance Includes frames with mitered or rounded corners

Window Mounted PosterGrip® Frames:

• Front-loading frames mounted directly to the glass • Replace static cling graphics inside and out • Reduce average changeout time from 3 hours to 10 minutes

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Modern Store Equipment Over 60 years ago, the Dunigan family founded Modern Store Equipment. Now in their second generation of leadership, they continue to design and build profitable store interiors for category leaders. Among their clients are the nation’s largest liquor chain, most of the nation’s top 10 liquor chains, and many other successful independents.

Their expertise in the beer & spirits industry gives them a unique advantage in c-store design and installation.

MODERN STORE EQUIPMENT

has developed a unique system of fixtures specifically for c-stores: MOCO Modular C-Store System.

This extensive line offers you a truly custom look at an affordable massproduced price. And everything is built in the USA. MOCO units can be ordered for self-install or you can trust Modern Store to do everything.

Their experienced team ships and installs across the Continental US. MOCO’s sleek units are designed in modular sections to mix and match to fit the size of your store and the scope of your project. All elements are durable and easy-to-clean so they’ll continue to look great for years. The interiors and exteriors are smooth, leaving nowhere for dirt to accumulate. There are no ridges or welds where mold, germs and dirt hide. Doors and kicks can be easily removed for cleaning and service access. Every piece can handle heavy equipment without additional support.

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corners, merchandising or storage fronts, and plenty of storage in back.

The Sandwich Prep & Prepared Food Counters are compact and easy-toclean. The Cigarette Merchandisers are sleek and easy-to-load.

Also available is MOCO CleanGuard+, offering an added antimicrobial layer beneath the laminate surface that provides lifetime protection against mold, mildew, and bacterial odors. It definitely takes clean to a whole new level.

To make it easy on you, Modern Store offers full turnkey equipment packages. As one of the largest distributors of walk-in coolers and shelving in the country they have unmatched buying power. They can coordinate your entire equipment package to remove the stress of coordinating multiple vendors for delivery and installation. In this era of quickly rising freight costs they also coordinate everything to arrive efficiently in fewer truckloads.

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Modern Store Equipment T: 877.532.8433 F: 609.543.9492 E: sales@modernstoreequipment.com W: modernstoreonline.com

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Naughty Chile Taqueria

®

MEXICAN FOOD IS on fire. It’s the

perfect addition to the convenience foodservice portfolio: it covers all three dayparts plus snacking and sharing opportunities, and it covers grab & go portability plus 3rd party delivery options. According to Technomic, Mexican food increased more than any other item on 2019 convenience menus. Naughty Chile Taqueria® is the brand for high-quality Mexican foodservice for the convenience industry. As retailers look to expand foodservice for greater profitability, operators can quickly and easily add this licensed concept to capitalize on the popularity of Mexican food.

Naughty Chile’s high-quality recipes are authentically Mexican, so

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there’s no compromising on quality with fillers or stretchers. All the food items are fully cooked and easy to prepare – just thaw, reheat and serve.

For an even easier preparation, the company’s line of Quickie Burrito Mixes are one scoop wonders of pre-mixed burrito fillings. There’s no measuring, only portioning the amount per burrito, so a foodservice clerk can crank out the burritos needed per daypart for the hot food display merchandiser.

That’s another of the concept’s strengths - it’s a low labor model that’s easy to execute.

Naughty Chile is an exciting brand that’s consumer friendly and fun to work with. With no royalty or licensing fees, the company also boasts easy integration that fits into existing foodservice operations.

Naughty Chile plays well with others.

Available nationwide via the Dot Foods distribution network, it’s easy to join the Naughty Chile family. For convenience retailers ready to serve authentic high-quality Mexican food to their customers, Naughty Chile Taqueria® has a perfect solution.

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Naughty Chile Taqueria® was born from the desire to serve delicious and authentic Mexican food at the convenience level.

Shultz Hartgrove, CEO, had a long career in consumer packaged goods, plus Quick Serve Restaurant concepts, both in the non-traditional channel.

His wife Jane had always wanted to offer the industry the delicious high-quality ingredients from her Tres Picosos packaged burrito line. Together the two launched Naughty Chile Taqueria® in 2015. Now with more than 50 locations nationwide, Naughty Chile Taqueria’s scalable platform is ideal for capitalizing on the popularity of Mexican cuisine.

Whether it’s a simple hot graband-go burrito program on up to a full made-to-order restaurant, for every Mexican opportunity Naughty Chile has you covered.

Naughty Chile Taqueria® P: 303.329.0900 W: www.naughtychile.com

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Perfetti Van Melle PERFETTI VAN MELLE USA recently launched a delicious new gummy candy option for today’s families and kids looking for a fun, delicious treat in the Better-For-You candy category.

Since 1930, Fruit-tella has created popular fruit-flavored candy treats.

Proven winners at retail across Europe, now entering the U.S. with a storied brand heritage, strong marketing program and already getting notice among consumers in the limited better-for-you candy category.

Fruit-tella Soft Gummies join the $150 million-plus Better-For-You confectionery segment that includes the $80 million real and natural confectionery segment that grew 64% since 2015, according to IRI 2019 U.S. industry data. Plus, as consumer behaviors have changed through the

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2020 COVID-19 pandemic, “gummy and fruity chewy candies continue to drive [the non-chocolate candy] segment”, especially those with sour or unexpected flavors. Perfetti Van Melle’s newest addition to the portfolio is right on time, focusing closely on fruit puree as its first ingredient and delivering big, bold flavors.

Fruit-tella’s colorful packaging, reflective of its clean, fresh ingredient profile, also stands out on the shelf and can help drive impulse sales. In addition to a large, front-of-pack callout about fruit puree as the #1 ingredient, Fruit-tella also notes its free-from attributes. Each Fruit-tella Soft Gummy is a fun and playful fruit character shape, falling into a recent hot consumer trend toward candies with unique shapes.

Fruit-tella is currently available in two delicious flavors, Strawberry / Raspberry & Peach / Mango.

Consumers can find Fruit-tella, as well as PVM USA’s other brands, on Amazon.com, select Walmart locations, regional retailers and convenience stores.

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Imagination, Taste & Passion Perfetti Van Melle is one of the world’s largest manufacturers and marketers of confectionery and chewing gum.

We’re always innovating and creating imaginative products and brands that are enjoyed in more than 150 countries around the world.

In the U.S., Perfetti Van Melle operates out of Erlanger, KY, where we proudly manufacture Airheads Bars and Airheads Xtremes Belts and Bites. We also package and distribute Mentos Gum and distribute Mentos Mints, Fruit-tella Soft Gummies and Chupa Chups.

Perfetti Van Melle W: www.perfettivanmelleus.com

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Premier Manufacturing, Inc. Premier Manufacturing, Inc. distributes national brands such as Manitou®, Wildhorse®, 1839®, Shield®, 1st Class®, Ultra Buy®, Traffic® and Belmore Premium Cigars® . Premier brands are manufactured in North Carolina.

All of Premier’s products: cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, RYO tobacco and cigarette tubes provide the adult age consumer with a high quality tobacco product at the very best value; plus they are guaranteed 100%.

MANITOU IS A SUPER-PREMIUM CIGARETTE from Premier

Manufacturing, that uses 100% flue-cured tobacco and is made with only tobacco and water. Manitou cigarettes are free from any harmful chemical additives, humectants and synthetic flavors commonly found in other popular tobacco brands.

Additionally, Manitou cigarettes are made in the U.S., from hand-picked tobacco from the upper part of the stalk, which provides the best flavor experience. These cigarettes contain no reconstituted sheet tobacco, stems or other fillers that can degrade the experience, making them a premium choice for choosy adult smokers.

While additive-free cigarettes are not safer than traditional cigarettes, many consumers prefer them because they feel they taste better or are more enjoyable for other reasons.

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have a favorite brand and for those who are looking for their new favorite.

The tobacco in Manitou retains its natural tannins that create the slightly sweet, mild taste and smell of smoked tobacco, and is higher in sugar with medium to high levels of nicotine, all of which contribute to a superior smoking experience. Best of all, Manitou cigarettes are available in six different varieties, each offering a different smoking experience. This not only ensures every smoker has the chance to find the best one for their preferences, but also means interested adult smokers can try a variety before choosing their favorite.

Premier also manufactures and distributes roll-your-own tobacco, pipe tobacco, premium cigars, and cigarette tubes. Premier Manufacturing offers other brands such as Wildhorse®, 1839®, 1st Class®, Shield®, Traffic ®, Ultra Buy® and Belmore Premium Cigars®.

More information on the company is available at GoPremier.com.

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Premier Manufacturing, Inc. 629 Cepi Drive Chesterfield, MO 63005 P: 800.272.8656 W: www.gopremier.com

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Premier Nutrition

AT PREMIER PROTEIN, we

understand the hardest part of starting and maintaining a health journey is often finding great tasting, nutritious products. That’s why we make delicious protein shakes – to make nutritional choices easy!

Premier Protein 30g High Protein Shakes are the ultimate tool to have on hand because they taste so good.

Each shake has 30g of protein, 160 calories, 1g sugar, and 24 vitamins and minerals that help support a healthy immune system thanks to antioxidants Vitamins C & E. Premier Protein 30g High Protein Shakes are best enjoyed as part of a delicious and nutritious breakfast, afternoon snack, post workout boost or as an ingredient in a protein packed recipe. Premier Protein shakes are available in nine delicious flavors, including Café Latte, Chocolate, Vanilla, Caramel, Peaches and Cream, Cookies and Cream, Bananas and Cream, Strawberries and Cream, and Cinnamon Roll.

Premier Protein continues to bring innovation to the protein shakes category with Premier Protein Shakes with Oats. Premier Protein Shakes with Oats are the first ready-to-drink shakes from the brand that have been formulated to be enjoyed hot or cold, creating even more ways to enjoy this delicious shake.

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Hazelnut, Apple Cinnamon, and Blueberries and Cream. Each shake features a smooth and creamy texture, 20g of protein, and 7g of fiber. It’s a delicious addition for every morning of your health journey with 150 calories and 1g of sugar.

Premier Protein has been driving growth in the Convenient Nutrition category by bringing new consumers into the category. It has the highest household penetration in the Readyto-Drink Protein Shakes category* thanks to a variety of great shakes flavors. Premier Protein will continue to support people on the path to becoming the healthiest version of themselves with our great tasting protein products.

Premier Nutrition is a company of momentum. We believe nutrition is at the core of a healthy world, which is why we’re driven to deliver nutritious products that better meet the needs of all consumers. We are a team of builders and innovators united by our passion for bringing great tasting nutrition to the world.

Our brands include Premier Protein®, delivering great tasting protein shakes and powders Dymatize®, maker of nutritional and bodybuilding supplements, and PowerBar®.

Premier Nutrition Corporation / BellRing Brands 1222 67th Street Suite 210 Emeryville, CA 94608 Contacts:

Brandi Davis, West Region Manager, 559.798.8058 Jocelyn Kondrotas, East Region Mgr. 508.688.2247 Tony O’Dowd, Nat’l Director of Sales, 469.667.5476 National Broker - CROSSMARK

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PriceVision

PRICEVISION SMART LED PRICE SIGN SYSTEM PRICEVISION’S NEXT GENERATION

LED fuel price signs takes digital fuel price signage to the next level.

Designed to light up your bottom line, these systems will give you peace of mind and provide the best overall value for now and well into the future. Featuring the industry’s most advanced SMD technology and design standards, PriceVision systems are literally Smarter, technically Brighter, and economically Better.

PriceVision Smart Digits®

PriceVision Smart Digits® set the highest standard for performance and durability. The smart digits’ brilliance extends beyond their luminescence.

Each digit operates independently and is equipped with built-in intelligence to verify the performance of each one of its LEDs. PriceVision Smart Digits® incorporate impactful high-definition digit fonts approved by all major fuel brands.

Ease of installation and Connectivity

The PriceVision Integrated Plugand-Play Smart Port® hub simplifies sign installations and support. The smart port enables intuitive, faster, easier installation and more reliable operation. PriceVision offers signage mounting solutions to match every sign type and image requirement.

Smart POS Integration Support

PriceVision features extensive POS Integration solutions with all major POS providers. PriceVision’s exclusive PVlink platform extends

POS integration options beyond PriceVision price sign systems.

It offers a unique opportunity to integrate otherwise unsupported legacy price signs produced by third party suppliers.

Smart Remote Monitoring and Support

PriceVision’s remote price sign monitoring and diagnostics ensure your price signs are always fully functional. If needed,assessment for corrective service is performed remotely minimizing travel and site visits. PriceVision’s real-time site information offers the ultimate control solution for centralized fuel pricing operations.

Responsive Service and Support

Our products are backed up with a fast and efficient, customer-oriented help desk and technical support team. We offer 24/7 support and next day parts availability. We offer warranty coverage up to 5 years for parts and field labor.

PriceVision, Inc. is a leading LED price sign technology specialist with the primary focus of addressing the requirements of the Petroleum Retail and Convenience Store industries.

With operations located in Carrollton, Texas, PriceVision has been an industry leader in LED price signs for over 20 years. Recognized for originating change in both technology and the market structure of fuel price signs and control systems, innovation is our way of life!

PriceVision was the FIRST to introduce LED price signs to the fuel retail industry and will continue to deliver industry leading solutions using the most advanced technology to meet present and future requirements.

PriceVision, Inc. 1505 Wallace Dr. Suite 140 Carrollton, Texas 75006 P: 972.770.0000 E: sales@PriceVision.com W: www.PriceVision.com

Domestic Production, Fast and Flexible Delivery

PriceVision products are proudly produced in the USA. We offer fast and efficient product delivery to meet your timeline requirements.

See PriceVision for Yourself

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Procter & Gamble Company VICKS DAYQUIL AND NYQUIL SINGLE DOSE- 1 OZ.

Stock new 1 Dose Liquid DayQuil and NyQuil starting Q1 2021. Order a pegboard display today!

Make space in your immediate consumption section for the new single dose DayQuil/NyQuil bottles.

Designed for the convenience shopper who prefers liquid on the go, this hot new product is the only single dose liquid in cold & flu.

Eliminates consumer concerns of product expiration with an expected margin range of 35% to 50%.

VICKS NYQUIL SINGLE DOSE- 1 OZ.

Same formula as Large size Nyquil Severe in a 1 oz., Single Dose.

NyQuil™ SEVERE delivers maximum symptomfighting ingredients to relieve your ugliest, nastiest, roughest, toughest cold symptoms at night*.

Temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms:

• Nasal congestion • Sinus congestion & pressure • Cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation • Cough to help you sleep • Minor aches & pains • Headache • Fever • Sore throat • Runny nose & sneezing • Reduces swelling of nasal passages • Temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose • Promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage

VICKS DAYQUIL SINGLE DOSE- 1 OZ.

Same formula as Large size Dayquil Severe in a 1 oz., single dose.

DayQuil™ SEVERE Cold & Flu Relief delivers maximum symptom-fighting ingredients to relieve your worst cold symptoms.*

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Temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms:

• Nasal congestion • Sinus congestion & pressure • Cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation • Cough to help you sleep • Minor aches & pains • Headache • Fever • Sore throat • Runny nose & sneezing • Reduces swelling of nasal passages • Temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose • Promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage • Helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive

VICKS VAPOCOOL SEVERE DROPS

We build brands whose efficacy is backed by clear, clinically supported data and are manufactured to the highest standards of quality and regulatory compliance.

We are committed to developing technologies that will step change category growth long term. We are investing in innovation comprised of new product forms as well as active ingredients that deliver faster, longer, better consumer benefits.

• FROM THE MAKERS OF VICKS: the world’s #1 selling cough & cold brand.

• COOLING RELIEF with a powerful rush of Vicks Vapors to soothe your sore throat.

• MAXIMUM-STRENGTH RELIEF: a powerful rush of Vicks Vapors with 33% more medicine.

• A TRUSTED CHOICE in Drops for over 85 Years.

• WINTER FROST Flavored Oral Anesthetic.

Trusted Vicks Vapors in a powerful drop! Vicks VapoCOOL SEVERE Medicated Drops with 33% more medicine* deliver a powerful rush of Vicks Vapors to soothe your worst sore throat for maximum-strength relief.

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Making every day more than ordinary Our brands are trusted in millions of living rooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, and bathrooms—and have been passed down from generation to generation. Over the course of 181 years, they’ve challenged convention, led innovation, and helped shape culture. But no matter how much we grow, we always keep ourselves grounded in our deeprooted purpose, values, and principles. We’ve done it for over 66,000 days, and we don’t plan on stopping anytime soon.

Procter & Gamble Company Visit www.pgconvenience.com for more information

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Promotion In Motion

WELCH’S® FRUIT SNACKS are the

#1 Fruit Snacks brand in America and leaders in C-Store with a 61% $ share1 of the C-Store Fruit Snacks category.

Welch’s® Fruit Snacks are always made with Real Fruit and feature Fruit as Our 1st Ingredient!, are an Excellent Source of Vitamins A, C & E, and are Gluten and Preservative free. Welch’s® Fruit Snacks offer on-the-go C-Store consumers the taste profile and flavor variety they seek. Available in 10 mouth-watering flavor varieties like Mixed Fruit, Island Fruits, Superfruit Mix and more. Welch’s® Fruit Snacks offer convenient packaging options and display solutions to drive C-Store growth!

Building on the success of Welch’s® Fruit Snacks, The Promotion In Motion Companies, Inc. is excited to announce the national launch of our breakthrough new innovation Welch’s® Juicefuls® Juicy Fruit Snacks! See the Juice…Taste the Fruit™ in this delicious new line of snacks that are bursting with flavor from a juicy fruit center. Delivering delicious, bold taste in three flavor varieties: Mixed Fruit, Berry Blast cstoredecisions.com

and Island Splash, Juicefuls® feature Fruit as Our 1st Ingredient!, only Naturally Sourced Colors and Flavors and No Preservatives. Available in a 4oz peg bag and multiple display solutions to drive excitement, trial and transformative category growth!

Gummi FunMix® is a fun, oneof-a-kind brand offering consumers a party in every bag! Capitalizing on the strength of non-chocolate Chewy in Convenience (+5.7%2), it is the most successful startup gummy brand launch in the past 3 years.

The brand boasts a unique mix of flavors and shapes, with varieties like Gummi Party, Sour Party, and Soda Pop Party. In 2021, two brand new flavors will round out the Gummi FunMix® family! Swirl’z Party™ brings fruit and crème flavored gummi swirl’z together in one bag. Tropical Fish Party™ brings beloved gummy fish shapes to the next level with 18 different mashups of shapes and tropical flavors, like Kiwi Guava & Mango, Passion Fruit & Lemonade, and Tropical Punch & Watermelon.

Mix it Up. Mash it Up. Live it Up.®

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Promotion In Motion (PIM) is one of America’s leading makers of popular brand name snacks and confections and one of the 50 largest global candy companies. We are passionate about delivering delicious and innovative snacks and treats developed with the highest quality ingredients and standards, offered whenever and wherever consumers want them. As one of the fastest growing consumer packaged goods companies in the U.S., we are committed to bringing joy to peoples’ day with high quality snacks and confections.

Promotion In Motion 25 Commerce Drive Allendale, NJ 07401 P: 800.369.7391 E: GrowMySales@pimbrands.com www.promotioninmotion.com www.welchsfruitsnacks.com www.gummifunmix.com 1 2

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Red River Software FROM PUMP TO REGISTER TO BACK OFFICE, RED RIVER SOFTWARE IS YOUR FULLSERVICE SOLUTION. Since

1978, Red River has been the leading provider of software for convenience stores, co-ops, jobbers, and fuel marketers.

Now we also offer complete point of sale and private card solutions, computer hardware, and more. Whether for a single c-store or a multi-store chain, our solutions give you the freedom to manage your business and track your profits from anywhere.

Integrates seamlessly with CSMinder to quickly and accurately manage Pricebook and speed up receiving.

Complete C-Store Package

Secure Payment Processing

Looking for a way to improve the efficiency of your business? You will find it in Red River Software’s complete management system, CSMinder. Easily manage inventory, track shrinkage, and view gross margins remotely for multiple locations. CSMinder’s intuitive interface will help you streamline your processes, saving time and money.

Mobile Accessibility

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With the Triple E product family, Red River Software provides secure processing, outside EMV, and PCI compliant payment solutions. Our systems are made to the highest level of industry security standards allowing you to safely take payments at the register, pump, or from our island card reader.

Red River Software is a nationally recognized provider of backoffice accounting solutions. In 2019, Red River acquired Triple E Technologies, expanding services to include point of sale, proprietary card systems, and secure payment processing. With two offices in Fargo, ND and Post Falls ID, Red River Software serves thousands of convenience stores, fuel marketers, coops, and unattended fueling sites across the United States.

Red River Software 4150 19th Ave S, Unit 202 Fargo, ND 58103 P: 800.397.0780 W: www.redriversoftware.com

One-Stop Shop

At Red River Software, our goal is to provide customers with the tools they need to run their business profitability.

Whether you are looking to foster customer loyalty with your own private cards, aiming to cut down on training time and user error, or need to manage multiple locations remotely, Red River Software has a solution that caters to your needs.

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Royston Group INNOVATION IS ROYSTON GROUP’S 150-YEAR TRADITION WE’VE BEEN EXPANDING

and enhancing the ways we serve customers for generations. Today, sophisticated design capabilities are an essential aspect of reinforcing your brand. We can design, build, install, and maintain dynamic environments strategically created to drive greater sales and enhance your profitability.

Whether you need customized solutions or right-out-of-ourcatalog elements, we deliver lightning-fast service and coast-to-coast capabilities.

And now we’ve added custom signage to our portfolio. It’s time for a major upgrade in your design, cabinetry and signage suppliers. Choose the company that’s constantly expanding to anticipate your needs— Royston Group has it all under one roof.

Royston Group brings a collection of industry leaders in the outfitting of retail environments and in the production of exterior signage.

For superior store interiors, Royston LLC sets the pace in the creation of first-class, modular fixtures for the entire retail space. For convenience stores and grocery outlets, Southern CaseArts is the premier manufacturer of innovative refrigeration units that lead to better shopping experiences and increased sales. For showcasing your brand outside the store, SignResource is the image expert when it comes to exterior signage.

Royston Group P: 800.334.1766 E: info@royston-group.com W: www.roystonllc.com

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Ruiz Foods

YOUR PARTNER FOR HIGH QUALITY, GRAB & GO FAVORITES FROM THE ROLLER GRILL, HOT CASE, COLD CASE AND FREEZER. ®

Tornados

Tornados is America’s favorite roller grill snack! Eleven on-trend flavors are packed with bold ingredients in a crispy, seasoned shell and are available to keep the roller grill exciting from morning until night.

Ranchero Beef Steak & Cheese and Southwestern Style Chicken have a huge following across the country.

Cheesy Pepper Jack is a popular non-meat flavor with just the right kick of spice. And Pork Chile Verde is a great way to bring authentic Mexican flavor to your grill. Breakfast options include French Toast & Sausage Tornados and three other satisfying AM flavors.

Not Your Nonna’sTM Stuffed Pizza Wedges

Stuffed Pizza Wedges are grab & go perfection! Pepperoni, real mozzarella cheese and zesty pizza sauce are covered by a crispy parmesan-seasoned crust. With a 4-hour hold time in a hot case, they help you reduce waste while offering your customers on-the-go dining with great taste and less mess.

At Ruiz Foods, we’ve built a legacy of making great food since 1964. From America’s No. 1 frozen Mexican food El Monterey® and America’s favorite on-the-go snack Tornados® to exciting new offerings, our brands and products deliver grab & go convenience, value, and great taste to c-store consumers nationwide.

Ruiz Foods

El Monterey® Signature 8oz Burritos

These delicious, high quality burritos include two AM and two all day flavors. Real ingredients – like tender shredded steak, Monterey Jack cheese, and scrambled eggs – are wrapped in a fresh-baked flour tortilla.

501 S. Alta Ave. Dinuba, CA 93618 www.RuizFoodservice.com For more information contact your Ruiz Foods broker or email newcustomers@ruizfoods.com

El Monterey® Empanadas

Seasoned fillings inside a light and flaky crust make Empanadas a hot case favorite. Breakfast flavors are filled with scrambled eggs, cheese, potato and either bacon or sausage.

All day flavors include seasoned chicken or beef with melted cheese.

El Monterey® Tamales

Authentic Tamales are made with moist corn masa and wrapped in real corn husks. Shredded beef steak, chicken or pork flavors are available.

Sell them from a merchandised selfserve steamer or hot case.

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S. Abraham & Sons, Inc. Solutions to the consolidation of vendors

We have many programs and over 12,000 products that can be utilized to eliminate many DSD vendors, saving time and money.

Solutions to fresh, quality products

We offer several new and innovative programs that provide a variety of fresh food products.

Solutions to marketing and promotions

With numerous tools available, we give the retailer the opportunity to buy, sell, promote, and profit in every market, every day, for every season.

Solutions to technology

Our customers have the opportunity to utilize an ordering app that can be downloaded on a tablet or cell phone. This allows the retailer the ability to efficiently order, track purchase history, view available promotions, electronically check-in invoices, and access a web portal to gather key store data, enabling the retailer to increase productivity and profitability. Another solution is a Customer Portal, providing online access to invoice document retrieval, retail price changes, item maintenance and general communications.

S. Abraham & Sons, Inc., together with its parent company, Imperial Trading Company is a full-line distributor serving the grocery, tobacco, candy, general merchandise, and food service needs of convenience retailers in seventeen states spanning from the Gulf of Mexico to the Canada border. Quality, Value and Service are the basic principles which have helped SAS attain its leadership position in the distribution industry. We continue to build upon these principles to help our customers achieve success. As a full-service supplier, our energies are directed to providing each retailer with the tools to build a flourishing and profitable business.

S. Abraham & Sons, Inc. 4001 Three Mile Rd NW Grand Rapids, MI 49501 P: 800.477.5455 W: www.sasinc.com

George Abdoo Vice President – Sales George.abdoo@sasinc.com

Imperial Trading Company 701 Edwards Ave Elmwood, LA 70123 (504) 733-1400 www.imperialtrading.com

Ricky Bearden Vice President - Sales rbearden@imperialtrading.com

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Safecid Corporation SAFECID C-STORE PRODUCTS are

the answer to your toughest cleaning challenges. Take cleaning to a whole new level of STRENGTH and SAFETY. The power of Safecid saves scrub time, which saves money. The safety of Safecid protects your employees from dangerous chemicals, chemical burns and noxious fumes.

DIESEL FUEL RESIDUE REMOVER

Tired of your diesel pumps looking like this? Your search for an easy, effective diesel fuel residue cleaner, stops here. Deezy Diesel Fuel Residue Remover is a powerful product that easily cleans your diesel fuel pumps, tanks, and concrete. Deezy Diesel Fuel Residue Remover is easy to use, highly effective, and safe for your employees.

Spray, wait a few minutes, and rinse clean with water.

No more soaking pots, pans and other hard to clean kitchen equipment overnight. Safecid Degreaser is odorless and does not leave cleaning cloths with an off-putting odor like the leading degreasers do.

Our customers experience a 1-4 hour per day reduction in cleaning times.

Manage your bottom line with effective cleaning products that save time.

TOILET & URINAL CLEANER

KITCHEN DEGREASER

Safecid Degreaser is a multipurpose kitchen cleaner that cleans and degreases cookware and kitchen surfaces. Designed to use in ovens, pizza ovens and microwaves, grills and grill grates, stovetops, fryer surfaces and surrounding area (not a vat cleaner). Safecid Degreaser beautifully shines stainless steel surfaces and sinks, and is great at cleaning coffee and tea stains from equipment in your coffee service area.

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Safecid Toilet & Urinal Cleaner eliminates germs and odors and easily cleans calcium, scale, and rust from toilets and urinals. Save employee manhours with no scrubbing. Safecid Toilet & Urinal Cleaner is an excellent solution to problem with water with high calcium and rust content.

No more scrubbing to remove rust and scale from your toilets. No more dangerous chemicals or noxious fumes that put your employees in harms’ way and jeopardize their health. Safecid Toilet & Urinal Cleaner is strong enough to easily remove urine stone from urinals and will not burn human skin or tissue.

Clean bathrooms are an effective tactic for customer retention.

Keep your toilets and urinals sparkling clean with Safecid Toilet & Urinal Cleaner, and say goodbye to toilet rust.

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Safecid Corporation is the leading innovator of “powerful yet safe” cleaning chemicals. Safecid products are patented, safe, and synthetic. Nothing else on the market has the strength of Safecid products along with a 0-0-0 hazmat safety rating. Our products will not burn the skin, harm eye tissue or lungs.

Safecid products are used by restaurants, breweries, beer line cleaners, grocery stores, hood cleaners, grill cleaners, military, hotels, and water parks. Safecid products are safe for people and the environment without sacrificing cleaning power.

Safecid Corporation N58W39800 Industrial Road Unit A Oconomowoc, WI 53066 P: 800.407.1173 F: 262.565.2291 W: www.safecid-c-stores.com

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SBARRO

REDEFINING C-STORE PIZZA.

The leading pizza-by-the-slice QSR brand has a fresh approach to convenience. If your existing pizza concept has gone stale, or if you want to invest in an established brand for your c-store, Sbarro can add dough to your bottom line.

Sbarro’s not new to convenience— we’ve been serving handmade XL NY slices to customers on-the-go since Mama Sbarro sold slices to dock workers back in 1956.

Our experience, and position as the global QSR leader in the impulse pizza category, make c-stores a natural fit for Sbarro.

A Fresh Approach

Foodservice is the fastest growing category in the c-store industry and produces the highest margins. Sbarro not only optimizes the sales and profit potential within c-stores, it also attracts customers to your store for incremental fuel and retail purchases.

Sbarro’s appeal in “on-the-go” venues is due to our high-quality offerings. Our pizza is only made with fresh, hand-stretched dough,

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100% whole milk mozzarella cheese and premium ingredients.

Our quality pizza and Stromboli generates strong sales and outstanding returns that will attract more customers to your stores.

So, fresh dough for them means more dough for you.

Outside of the Box Approach

Sbarro doesn’t take a “one size fits all” approach. Instead, we customize menu offerings and site design to optimize sales and profit for our franchisees.

Menu recommendations vary based on site and market demand, including pizza, Stromboli, subs, Italian entrees, breakfast specialties and more.

Additionally, more than 60 years of experience in all types of venues allows us to get creative with location and site flexibility. Whether designing a 300 sq ft or 3,000 sq ft restaurant, our goal is the same—to provide a cost-effective, custom build that allows franchisees a quick ROI, store profitability, and menu variety to drive customer frequency.

Sbarro’s current global footprint in c-stores provides new franchisees with a turnkey program, and have developed a new store opening process to meet fast opening deadlines.

It’s proven that concepts with high brand recognition draw more customers into the store. Everyone has a Sbarro story. Make it part of yours.

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Sbarro is the leading QSR brand in the impulse pizza category.

Best known for as the Original XL New York slices since 1956, it has grown from one Italian Salumeria in Brooklyn into more than 600 corporate and franchise restaurants in 24 countries in venues as shopping centers, transportation sites, universities, and convenience stores.

Contact us to find out more at https://franchise.sbarro.com/

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Smokey Mountain Chew, Inc. SINCE CONDUCTING BUSINESS

this year was quite different than a traditional year, SMC took advantage of the lock-down situations and directed our focus on our longterm growth plans. We invested in R&D and new equipment to develop an outstanding product mix that will be the base for our new pouches line. The top-of-the-line pouch machine will reside in our state-of-the-art F.D.A. inspected food grade manufacturing facility in Coppell, Texas. We believe our new line of pouches are sure to please our current consumer base and will attract a new audience as we have recognized a popular product attribute and included naturally occurring caffeine in our mix. In addition to the new pouch line, SMC’s eight snuff flavors: Wintergreen, Classic, Straight, Arctic Mint, Cherry, Peach, Citrus and Grape, have undergone a brand refresh and have a new premium look to match the premium product inside.

Same great taste with new premium packaging beginning 2021.

So, why new pouches? The tobacco-free pouches segment is booming, and that is bringing more attention to tobacco and nicotine-free alternatives for consumers looking to completely leave tobacco and nicotine. Furthermore, the alternative segment is developing on its own, with new brands regularly entering the market and retailers carving out more dedicated space for products like SMC that serve as category extenders; meaning they keep profits in the category and assist our industry friends that continue to be challenged with merchandising restrictions and flavor bans.

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Fishing and our pro Josh Bertrand, Major League Bow Hunters, starring Hall-of-Fame baseball star Chipper Jones and former MLB pitcher Matt Duff, and we continue to proudly partner with Hall of Fame football legend Randy White.

Energize your profits with SMC Wintergreen and Arctic Mint Pouches that deliver long-lasting great taste and are backed by our always fresh guarantee. For more information contact Adam Carr: acarr@ smokeyusa.com

For more than 20 years, Smokey Mountain Chew, Inc. (SMC) has developed and marketed premium tobacco-free products to assist adult tobacco consumers who are looking for tobaccofree alternatives. Our brand is America’s Original and Best-Selling Tobacco-Free Smokeless and has garnered multiple industry awards.

We are proud to be considered the market leader and innovator in this fast-growing tobacco-free category, and we are thankful for our distributor and retail partners who provide us the space to bring “Better for You” and “Community Friendly” tobacco-free alternatives to consumers.

Smokey Mountain Chew, Inc. P: 800.762.2439 F: 651.462.4118 W: www.smokeysnuff.com

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SPC Retail

AN SPC RETAIL DISPLAY is modular

in design yet durable in structure.

With features such as no-tool assembly, weather-resistant material, lightweight design, and graphic integration options, our fixtures will help retailers quickly achieve their merchandising goals. Featuring various configurations and sizes, we’ve got display solutions for indoor and outdoor merchandising.

Outdoor Merchandising

With merchandising space instore becoming overrun with more products than can be displayed, retailers need to expand the sales floor by implementing an elevated outdoor merchandising strategy.

By keeping products front and center, you can capture the outdoor audience and pull them inside for more add-on sales. From small merchandise to bulk items, our versatile line of outdoor displays will allow you to organize and

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transform your selling space without sacrificing style. Choose from our platform, multi-tier, and mobile display configurations for maximum merchandising space, open sightlines, and product showcases.

Indoor Merchandising

When it comes to an interior merchandising strategy, an effective store layout and product organization is imperative. SPC Retail offers compact and brandable displays that will capture attention from the second your customers walk in the door. Our small-footprint display solutions will fit into small spaces to organize and lift products off the ground.

For over thirty-nine years, SPC Retail has been designing specialty fixtures made from postconsumer recycled plastic. Our team has a collaborative attitude and an energetic process that allows us to work side by side with clients to find a long-lasting, practical solution with superb value. Just as we rejuvenate old materials to make our displays, we’ll help you refresh and optimize your store’s layout and merchandising strategy.

Structural Plastics Corporation 3401 Chief Drive Holly, MI 48442 P: 800.523.6899 F: 810.953.9440 E: hello@spc-retail.com W: spc-retail.com

Layout & Design Service

When you work with SPC Retail, you’re our top priority. From the moment you contact us to the delivery of your new display, our team will make you and your store the center of our attention. We understand that your retail display goals are specific and important. To meet those goals, we’ll collaborate with you to tailor our solutions to your needs. We’ll provide layout and design recommendations, narrowing in on our most valuable display recommendations that will work in your space to create a wonderful experience for your customers.

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Success Systems WITH 36+ YEARS’ EXPERIENCE,

Success Systems® is now the most recommended automation solution for independent retailers. Offering the most diversified cloud solutions including real-time loss prevention, back office, store analytics, and the most comprehensive tobacco rebate and loyalty reporting service for Altria, R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co. (RJRT), ITG and Juul. Our tobacco rebate reporting solutions integrate with 25+ point-of-sale (POS) solutions, including Gilbarco, Verifone and Clover.

Regardless of your existing back office solution, we can improve the profits and vision of both single-store and chain-based retail businesses. Our customers range from single-store operators to nearly 200 store chains.

We cover all the important aspects of controlling and managing successful gasoline retail, convenience, grocery, tobacco and liquor stores. What’s more, we offer the most diversified Store Automation Solutions available and without hefty ongoing costs. For example, our C-Store Essentials® suite increases the revenue and thus the profits of our customers — it’s that simple. Our customers see revenue rise more than 4%. That is an extra $42,000 profit, per store per year. ePB™

Bookkeeping, price book, buydowns, merchanting, analytics, fuel management and inventory control, are just a few of the many features available.

PriceCheck®

Peel back the curtains and see the best available vendor prices. PriceCheck can provide you with an accurate and comprehensive analysis of what you are being charged for your items vs. other retailers, saving you potentially thousands of dollars in purchasing costs.

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ItsRealTime®

When we say “the most comprehensive,” we mean you can see your store’s activity in real-time. Do you want to see the POS receipt of your cashier’s void, error correct or open within seconds — and directly on your cell phone? Start leveraging your electronic journal to increase profits.

Smokin’ Rebates®

Simply stated, there is no better compliancy-based scan data reporting system available for 25+ POS systems.

Smokin’ Rebates® includes a comprehensive cloud price book, multi-pack, buy-down, promotional management and supplier electronic data interchange (EDI.) Add to that margin analysis, category reporting, rebate audit control and rebate check optimization.

With direct integration to most tobacco suppliers, retailers can stay on top of their price book and keep a backup of their entire price book in the cloud.

• Transparent SKU level reporting of submissions • Projected reporting of rebate income • Smokin’ Rebates® supports 25+ different POS registers • Support tobacco loyalty for Altria, RJRT • All scan data reporting for Altria, RJRT, ITG and Juul

Any effective back office starts with a comprehensive and accurate price book.

Success Systems® is the most recommended solutions provider for independent retailers because we, among our other unique services, have a team of professionals visit your store, build your price book, set you up for success, and we guarantee accurate results.

And all at the best price point…

• Installation Services Second to None • On-Site Price Book Creation • On-Site POS & Equipment Installation • On-Site Training • Dedicated Project Managers • Free Life-Time Updates, Data Storage and Security • No Mandatory Monthly or Annual Fees

Success Systems P: 800.653.3345 W: success-systems.com

LotteryTrak®

LotteryTrak® is the most comprehensive lottery tracking system for convenience store operators. This dynamic and flexible cloud solution will enable lottery retailers to gain better sales, revenue, shrink and inventory control for the lottery category, which is likely the most loss-prone, thin-margin and labor-intensive. Instant text notifications of lost scratch tickets, market basket analysis and revenue management are a few of the benefits.

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Swisher SWISHER, A CATEGORY LEADER in adult consumer lifestyle brands, helps

adult consumers discover what inspires them through experiences that promote culture and lifestyle.

Swisher’s five businesses: Swisher Sweets Cigar Company (Large & Little/ Filtered Cigars); Fat Lip Brands (Smokeless); Drew Estate (Premium Cigars); Hempire (Hemp Products); and Rogue Holdings (Modern Oral Nicotine) - bring customers focused and dedicated support. Swisher understands that each one of the categories within these businesses has different consumers, different growth rates and different stores and shelves where the products succeed—and we use these insights to inform the way we partner with our customers.

There is no other cigar brand that leads the way in market share the way that Swisher Sweets Cigar Company does. Swisher Sweets never stop meeting adult consumer needs by offering Limited Editions and seasonal packaging along with staple products such as BLK, Optimo and Leaf.

Swisher is a leading lifestyle brand for adult consumers. Its superior customer relationships and unwavering commitment to innovative thinking and action have driven the company to grow and adapt to the evolving preferences of adult consumers for nearly 160 years. While Swisher is best known for its legendary Swisher Sweets cigars and classic tobacco brands, the company has worked to expand its offerings with Drew Estate premium cigars, Hempire pure-hemp rolling papers and Rogue’s portfolio of Nicotine On Demand® products.

Swisher 459 E 16th St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 With a lineup of products ideal for any adult consumer, Fat Lip Brands products provide an experience that can’t be easily defined. With tobacco sourced in the U.S., Fat Lip Brands’ consumers have plenty of products to choose from—Moist Snuff, Chew and Dry Snuff straight from the heart of the U.S.A. Drew Estate Premium Cigars are known as the lifestyle premium cigar brand for the 21st century.. The reason for this is simple. With the largest hand-made cigar factory in Nicaragua, adult consumers can’t go wrong with the smooth consistency of Drew Estate.

Hempire provides the adult consumer with 100% hemp rolling papers that fit the wants and desires of the modern hemp fan. All Hempire products are vegan, non-GMO and free from pesticides and lead.

Rogue Nicotine On Demand® products provide adult consumers with a full lineup of 100% tobacco-leaf free nicotine products.

These products can be enjoyed on the adult consumer’s own time, own terms and own preference—without smoke, liquid or vapor.

As part of Swisher’s commitment to trade partners, the company recently introduced Success Simplified. Through its core tenets of Innovation, Insights, Action, Reliability and Shared Success, Success Simplified strengthens the connection between Swisher and its trade customers, helping them continue on a path to prosperity.

With the alignment Swisher’s five businesses and the implementation of Success Simplified,, Swisher’s commitment to adapting and innovating to meet the needs of trade partners and its more than 200 million adult consumers across the country is moving the company into 2021 and beyond. cstoredecisions.com

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Teaza Energy, LLC WITH INCREASING REGULATIONS

on tobacco and vape products and a higher attention being placed on health and wellness, a new category for tobacco alternative products has emerged. Teaza® has been poised and ready for this opportunity because it uniquely gains attention in both the energy and tobacco alternative markets.

Teaza’s Healthy Dip® was carefully created by a medical doctor to provide a higher level of focus and energy from the oral stimulation created by the pouch delivery. Teaza contains zero calories, requires no spitting, and does not require I.D. checks.

The nicotine and tobacco-free Teaza is the only true nutrient supplement in the pouch tobacco alternatives category. This has powered Teaza into the driver’s seat of the category with the passionate message that dipping doesn’t have to be bad when the ingredients are good and motto – Redefining what it means to dip.

Teaza® Energy Pouches (caffeine)

Teaza Energy pouches contain between 50-125 mg of caffeine from coffee bean extract, various peppers, select herbs, and vitamins. There are eight flavor SKUs of the energy product with two of them, Mango Habanero and Bangin’ Black Cherry, that are slightly larger pouches along with double the caffeine (125 mg).

Teaza Energy pouches have long lasting flavor and energy without the crash.

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Teaza® Chill Pouches (no caffeine)

Teaza Chill pouches contain ZERO caffeine and replace the caffeinated herbs with chill ingredients, such as Passionflower and Magnolia Bark, for relaxed focus. There are three flavor SKUs of the chill product. The chill pouches are perfect for those wanting focus without the extra stimulation or caffeine.

Teaza® Energy and Chill Pouches with CBD

Teaza® pouches with hemp contain the same great ingredients, but we add 25 mg of broad or full spectrum hemp, depending on the SKU. Many studies are already being done to hopefully validate the several potential health benefits of using CBD. We have found some of the best hemp sources that provide just the right amount of hemp flavor with excellent terpene and cannabinoid profiles. There are two energy CBD and two chill CBD SKUs with more in the pipeline.

Research Supported

Teaza® Energy…redefining what it means to dip. From its inception, Teaza has spent years creating the best healthy tobacco alternative and energy product.

Our success is in our attention to the manufacturing process. Teaza products are doctor formulated with select tea cut herbs, vitamins, spices, and flavors to deliver a satisfying oral experience that is unique and memorable. Teaza has seen unprecedented growth because they focus on their consumers, which has turned into a repurchase rate of 70%. Teaza is already helping stores fill the void, caused by the lost vape and flavored tobacco products, with a healthy energy and tobacco alternative product that requires no ID check and no guilty conscience. Make Your Mouth Happy®

Teaza Energy, LLC 6236 147th Ave N Clearwater, FL 33760 P: 855.832.9200 W: Teazaenergy.com

Teaza performed their own research in partner with University of California and Project Rishi (Rural India Social Health Improvement) and 100% of participants reduced or completely quit using cigarettes or smokeless tobacco products.

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Texas Pete

TEXAS PETE® IS AMERICA’S #1 PORTION CONTROL (PC) HOT SAUCE BRAND*!

LET YOUR CUSTOMERS

customize the flavor to your pizza, sandwiches, fried chicken, BBQ, and roller grill items for a competitive edge.

With bold and balanced flavor, Texas Pete® lets you Sauce Like You Mean It®!

Texas Pete® 7g PC packets are ideal for grab and go, dine in or curbside applications.

Try Texas Pete® Original Hot Sauce, CHA! by Texas Pete® Sriracha Sauce or ¡SABOR!

by Texas Pete® Mexican-Style Hot Sauce PC packets. To add value to family meal deals, try Texas Pete® Original Hot Sauce in a 1.69 oz. plastic resealable bottles.

For back-of-house, Texas Pete® offers even more flavorful options including wing sauce, garlic hot sauce, and more. By using Texas Pete® Hot Sauces as an ingredient with other common back of house sauces, like mayo and ranch dressing, you can offer a signature sauce.

Apply them on sandwiches, salads, or as a dipping sauce to amplify your menu item. Additionally, some operators charge for their signature sauces for added revenue. Calculate the potential of our signature sauce recipes at TexasPeteFoodservice. com/calculator.

Hot sauce is a condiment your customers expect to be offered

Texas Pete® is a proud brand of Garner Foods®. Family-owned and operated, Garner Foods® is a 92-year-old company that serves grocery and convenience retailers nationwide with quality sauces, salsas, and tortilla strips. Texas Pete® is the #1 portion control hot sauce brand in America*

Texas Pete when you serve fried chicken, tacos, burritos, pizza, and BBQ—with Texas Pete® you will serve a quality hot sauce they know and love.

Menus mentioning hot sauce are up 16% since 2016** because your customers love spicy foods.

Due to the pandemic, 86% of consumers prefer their condiments be served in portion control packaging**. That’s why the big brand power of Texas Pete®, in affordable and convenient PC packets, lets your customers safely add spicy goodness to their food.

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Trion FOR OVER 55 YEARS TRION has

proudly been the industry leading manufacturer of products that provide targeted merchandising solutions for retail business. Our long sought-after merchandising solutions come courtesy of American innovation and production.

ZipTrack® Grab-and-Go Beverage System

Trion Industries has introduced the ZipTrack® single-serve beverage pusher system. Each product lane quickly adjusts to fit everything from skinny Red Bulls to oversized Gatorades, while consistently keeping each drink pushed to the shelf front for easy customer choices.

This durable, American-made system eliminates space-wasting gravity feed shelves and accurately fits your full shelf depth; from shallow display coolers, to the deepest rear-load coolers and everything in between.

Shelf-based and cooler-ready, ZipTrack® billboards product for easy selection and fast sale. Lanes simply adapt to different sizes. Slide product front-to-back to ‘ZIP’ tracks together in final position.

Not just for beverages! Deploy ZipTrack® in multiple categories to showcase many different types of product from food, health, beauty, and more!

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WonderBar® Tray Merchandising

Sell More In The Same Space™!

Increase your SKUs by 20% to 30% in the same retail real estate. Our revolutionary Tray and WonderBar® Merchandising System is designed and manufactured with the most innovative accessories to increase facings, maximize visibility, enhance package billboarding, ensure product rotation and reduce shrinkage for a full range of frozen, refrigerated and general merchandise products. Easy to install and adjust, this complete merchandising system also ensures quick restocking.

Since 1965 Trion Industries, Inc. has been a leading American manufacturer of retail fixtures. Based in WilkesBarre, Pennsylvania, Trion is rated among the top-50 North American Retail and Point-ofPurchase fixture makers. Product lines include Shelf Management Systems, ZipTrack® Single-Serve Beverage Pusher System, Display and Scanning Hooks, Cooler and Freezer Merchandising Systems, Storewide Labeling Systems, Anti- Theft and Security Fixtures, WonderBar® Merchandisers, and POP Display Components and Hardware.

Trion’s innovation and engineering has resulted in more than 120 patents, and additional product growth for the company.

Trion 297 Laird Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702

This is a perfect way to showcase more products in existing space.

WonderBar® exceeds all of your merchandising needs on gondolas and in coolers and freezers.

Trion will help you optimize your display space, attract customers, increase sales and cut labor costs— and our products are built to last. No wonder we’re the industry’s leading manufacturer and supplier, with more than 16 million trays earning high praise from retailers and shoppers every day!

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Universal Lighting Technologies ENABLE THE FUTURE OF RETAIL WITH UNIVERSAL.

Universal Lighting Technologies can help you get more value from your lighting from simple LED replacement and connected Bluetooth® lighting systems of today, to IoT enabled services. Turn IoT on when you are ready – it’s already in our luminaires.

Upgrading your store from legacy fluorescent to enabled LED lighting has significant benefits.

• 30% to 45% immediate LED energy savings over conventional systems (savings are even higher with our controls) • Lowers maintenance and repair due to longer lifetime and durability • Reduces carbon footprint and greenhouse gas emissions • Ecologically friendly with no mercury-use like fluorescent and HID bulbs • Increases uniformity of light levels – even illumination • Creates meaningful omni-channel location experiences for shoppers • Increases understanding of what drives traffic in your store • Offers real-time analytics to make data-driven decisions and improve operational efficiency • Supports safety capabilities like smart check-in, employee proximity alerts, and contact tracing

Universal Lighting Technologies, Inc. a member of the Panasonic group and a subsidiary of Panasonic Lighting Americas, Inc., engineers, manufactures and markets innovative solutions for commercial lighting across North America, including LED drivers, LED modules, fluorescent, HID and Bluetooth connected devices.

With over 75 years of experience, the company is recognized for its commitment to quality and customer service.

Universal Lighting Technologies

51 Century Boulevard Suite 230 Nashville, TN 37087 P: 800.862.8666 W: www.unvlt.com

Owned by Panasonic.

We are owned by Panasonic and provide global leadership in the design and manufacturing of LED upgrade retrofit solutions (Tubes, Drivers, Retrofit Kits), luminaires (from Industrial High Bays to Volumetric and Strip), and enabled Bluetooth® location-based services.

North American Manufacturing.

We engineer, manufacture and market innovative solutions for commercial lighting across North America. Universal’s EVERLINE® LED retrofit continuum provides a range of solutions for upgrading fluorescent to LED. We are one of the largest LED lighting companies in North America and were on the forefront of OEM LED fixture components.

Finely tuned over decades of advanced production in North America, our lighting systems are known for superior performance.

Known for Quality and Reliability.

With 75 years of experience, we are recognized for our commitment to quality and reliability. Our custom end-to-end vertical solutions allow you to have a cost effective, future-forward, and scalable lighting system. Backed by the world-class research and development that comes with being a member of the Panasonic family, we are driving industry innovation forward with solutions today that can help enable your future. cstoredecisions.com

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Uncle Ray’s LLC UNCLE RAY’S was first famous for our delicious potato chips, now we are your complete salty snacks solution. Through a network of leading convenience & food service distributors, we provide a premium product at a value price to stores throughout the US & Canada. With a lower SRP and more chips per bag (vs. comparable size), Uncle Ray’s is delivering more revenue and margin to the category. Popular in the convenience channel is our 3oz chips SRP $1.59 and our 8oz chips SRP $2.69. It is no wonder Uncle Ray’s is one of the fastest growing brands in the convenience channel!

The Uncle Ray’s Way

Our values are at the core of everything we do and make at Uncle Ray’s. For example, we start with the freshest potatoes and the highest quality ingredients while taking care that each chip that makes its way into the bag is cooked to perfection. We don’t skimp on the flavor and offer over a dozen seasonings to delight any taste bud- not to mention the innovative flavors we release each year! Not only do our chips taste great; they have a great shelf life insuring the freshest snacks for your customers. This is uniquely achieved through packaging advancements and the quality of our ingredients.

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Beyond Good

Gradually, we have expanded our line to include pretzels; popcorn, tortilla chips, cheese puffs, onion rings, kettle chips and most recently pork rinds -just to name a few. We have held the same high standard on all our snacks as we have on our potato chips. Our products must taste great and be a better value for our customers, our chips and snacks must be “Beyond Good”- as Ray would say.

It took us awhile, but eventually we got it right and produced a Pork Rind that is Beyond Good. With the trending Keto diet, we set out to develop a premium pork rind full of flavor without the carbs. Uncle Ray’s Pork Rinds are now available in four delicious flavors – BBQ; Hot; Regular and Salt & Vinegar!

Uncle Ray’s potato chips and snacks are a beyond good alternative to increase your top line and bottom-line salty snack category. We have dedicated professionals available to share more information, plan-o-grams and best practices to help increase your business.

For more information, visit our website www.unclerays.com or email us at info@unclerays.com today!

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Uncle Ray’s is a national chip and snack food brand founded in 1965 in Detroit by Mr. Ray Jenkins. First famous for our delicious potato chips we have since expanded into a full line of salty snacks. With distribution capabilities in 47 states through leading convenience and grocery distributors we deliver a premium product at a value price to retailers across the country.

In addition to our Detroit plant, a second production facility located in Montgomery City, MO is under construction and scheduled to be operating mid-2021. This 180,000 sq ft. facility will allow us to meet the increasing demand for the Uncle Ray’s brand and will provide the capacity to expand our private label partnerships.

Uncle Ray’s LLC 14245 Birwood Street Detroit, MI 48238 P: 313.834.0800 E: info@unclerays.com W: www.UncleRays.com

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Utz Brands, Inc. We are Utz. Our story began with Bill and Salie who started making and selling potato chips in 1921.

Now we are publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange.

This is a reflection of Utz quality…in our facilities, in our products and in our people.

Together, the Utz team has provided the very best products to an ever growing marketplace since our start.

UTZ BRANDS, INC. (NYSE: UTZ)

manufactures a diverse portfolio of salty snacks under popular brands including Utz®, Zapp’s®, Golden Flake®, Good Health®, Boulder Canyon®, Hawaiian® Brand, TGIF®, H.K. Anderson®, On The Border® and TORTIYAHS!®, among others.

After nearly a century, with strong family heritage, Utz continues to have a passion for exciting and delighting consumers with delicious snack foods made from top-quality ingredients.

Utz’s products are distributed nationally and internationally through grocery, mass merchant, club, convenience, drug and other channels. Based in Hanover, Pennsylvania, Utz operates fourteen facilities located in Pennsylvania, Alabama, Arizona, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Washington, and Massachusetts.

We are committed to providing our snacks in the convenience channel via various routes to

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market, to include: DSD and Direct to Warehouse thru our wholesale distributors Nationwide. In addition, Utz Brands, Inc. will offer our brands and items in pack sizes and forms that will meet the needs of our convenience customers and consumers.

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900 High Street Hanover, PA 17331 P: 800-FOR-SNAX W: www.utzsnacks.com

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Van’s Kitchen AT VAN’S KITCHEN, we show

up every day with the purpose of empowering underdogs, outsiders and the ‘least of these’ to rise up, conquer challenges and fulfill their dreams. We do this by creating egg rolls that are authentic and made with love, just as our founders did in 1986.

Our CEO, Theresa Motter has been recognized by several organizations for her inspirational leadership and community-centered business approach. We are also grateful to have been recognized by CSN’s 2020 Best New Product Awards for our Vegetable 4-pack egg rolls.

Van’s Kitchen egg rolls are a convenience store staple that fill the need for Asian grab & go cuisine.

Shifts in the c-store market within the past year have prompted the need for our touch-free 4-pack egg rolls. This offering meets retailer and consumer demand for safe and portable Asian flavor.

Available in Chicken, Pork, Orange Chicken, and Vegetable varieties, our 4-packs can be microwaved in store for immediate consumption or taken home and cooked in a toaster oven, conventional oven, traditional fryer or air fryer—making them versatile for consumer demand.

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Van’s Kitchen is a certified women and minority-owned egg roll company founded by Vietnamese immigrants who sought out the American Dream. For 35 years, we have been dedicated to creating authentic egg rolls with love in every bite. Van’s Kitchen believes that all people are Made to Love, and every egg roll we make is a representation of this.

Van’s Kitchen For shoppers who are seeking an individual quick snack or meal, we also offer the convenience of an egg roll 2-pack with a handy microwave crisping sleeve. 2-packs are available in Pork and Chicken varieties and are shipped to our clients in an easy display-ready case.

To those who know us for our roller grill product, our classic Pork and Chicken egg rolls are also ready to roll when you are!

Whether you are seeking to increase flavor diversity in your store with a touch-free option or if you are ready to restock your roller grill, we look forward to sharing our Made to Love egg rolls with you and your shoppers.

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4828 Reading Street Dallas, TX 75247 P: 214.630.0333 F: 214.630.0473 E: Sales.global@vanskitchen.com W: www.vanskitchen.com/c-store/

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Vitamin Energy, LLC VITAMINENERGY® IS THE MOST

convenient way to nourish your body with vitamins while boosting your energy up levels up to 7+ hours, with no sugar crash later.

Doubling energy shot sales for its customers, VitaminEnergy® is the fastest growing energy shot in the world according to IRI. VitaminEnergy® attracts new customers to your energy shot category and increases sales.

Each VitaminEnergy® shot packs a different set of vitamins that gains new trial across consumers. As the #1 seller on Amazon Prime and the fastest growing shot in retail, 40%+ of consumers that try VitaminEnergy® incorporate it into their daily diet regimens because: 1. Vitamins are important to take daily.

2. The energy boost from VitaminEnergy® lasts up to 7+ hours.

3. VitaminEnergy® tastes great.

4. There’s no sugar crash.

Add VitaminEnergy® to your Energy Shot set today to grow your revenue. VitaminEnergy®, it’s energy, with Benefits™.

VitaminEnergy® is the most convenient way to nourish your body with vitamins while boosting your energy up levels up to 7+ hours, with no sugar crash later.

Doubling energy shot sales for its customers, VitaminEnergy® is the fastest growing energy shot in the world according to IRI. VitaminEnergy® attracts new customers to your energy shot category and grows sales.

Vitamin Energy, LLC 391 Wilmington W. Chester Pike Unit 3, #403 Glen Mills, PA 19342 P: 800.420.3106 E: Sales@VitaminEnergyLLC.com W. VitaminEnergy.com

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Welbilt WELBILT MAKES IT easy for convenience store operators to deliver successful foodservice programs with equipment that offers accelerated cooking, customized work stations, ventless ovens, and pre-programmable, easy-to-use cooking technologies – all within a reduced footprint, making foodservice programs as easy to undertake as they are profitable.

At Welbilt, we have the product that’s the perfect match for your c-store needs. From that allimportant morning cup of coffee to a healthy snack that’s fresh from the oven, our equipment can be trusted to serve up a taste experience that will keep your customers coming back for more!

Our 12 product brands* are carefully crafted to give you more flavor and more choice. From the latest healthy trends to that must-try coffee flavor - we’re there! Serve up warming seasonal beverages with our Crem range, wow customers with the latest innovative beverage systems like the FreshBlender from Multiplex and find the Convotherm oven that fits your space like a glove.

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Our three service brands also deliver market-leading c-store solutions.

Customers are also looking for value at a low price point so foodservice operations must be extremely efficient to meet these expectations. Equipment connectivity, through our Welbilt KitchenConnect brand, provides these efficiencies.

KitchenConnect is a digital solution that enables operators to adapt quickly to an ever-changing environment, increase profitability, and comply with food and safety standards.

Now more than ever, resilience is key. So, if you need any aftermarket equipment support, Welbilt KitchenCare offers parts, services, solutions and monitoring. Our industry is changing faster than ever, and there’s no shortage of daily challenges competing for your attention. That’s why Welbilt FitKitchen, our fully integrated kitchen systems brand, is committed to keeping you ahead of the game.

We’ve been bringing innovation to the table for nearly a century so collaborate with us to find your next level.

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Welbilt, Inc. provides industryleading equipment and solutions.

We connect food, people and equipment into a single kitchen ecosystem, with customized system solutions that are perfectly tailored to respond to our customers’ everyday needs. Our innovative products span across 12 product brands* and three service brands. We are passionate about bringing customers the very best in foodservice solutions, perfectly tailored to their needs.

Welbilt, Inc. 2227 Welbilt Blvd.

New Port Richey, FL 34655 P: 877.375.9300 F: 727.375.0472 W: www.welbilt.com

*Cleveland, Convotherm, Crem,

Delfield, Frymaster, Garland, Kolpak, Lincoln, Manitowoc, Merco, Merrychef, Multiplex

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Wenzel’s Farm

WENZEL’S STRIVES TO PRODUCE

“Real Meat for Real Life”. They know that real life calls for real, sustainable energy. The kind of energy that only high-quality protein can deliver. This is why they only use quality cuts of meat in all of their products. No fillers, no corn syrup, no binders, no extenders, no artificial colors or flavors. Known for their innovative flavor offerings, Wenzel’s has over 13 varieties of snack sticks, including the new Mango Habanero, and Bacon Cheddar. These snack sticks are crafted in small batches using premium cuts of beef, perfectly seasoned and naturally smoked. Like all Wenzel’s snack sticks, no artificial colors are used, there is no MSG and they are gluten free.

Expanding on their snack stick success, Wenzel’s recently launched a premium line of Jerky products that not only taste great, but also provide “Real Meat for Real Life”. Wenzel’s Beef Jerky is gluten free, uses no

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artificial colors, no MSG and no nitrates have been added. The jerky is available in 3 oz and 10 oz sizes and in original beef, peppered beef, and teriyaki flavors.

To see the complete line of Wenzel’s Farm products, visit www. wenzelsfarm.com. Wenzel’s branded snack sticks and other products are available in over 8,000 locations across the country and can be found in all 50 states.

In 2017, Wenzel’s acquired the Nick’s Sticks brand of snacks, significantly broadening their customer base. Nick’s Sticks utilizes 100% grass-fed beef and free-range turkey and chicken. These Grass-Fed and Free-Range offerings have flourished in Natural Foods stores and are now penetrating convenience stores as consumers are looking for healthier options in the channel.

Nick’s Sticks are available in 6 varieties including beef, spicy beef, turkey, spicy turkey, chicken, and spicy chicken.

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Wenzel’s Farm, a Castleray company, located in Marshfield, Wisconsin is a premium provider of high quality, hand crafted, small batch meat snacks and products.

Tucked away in the heart of dairyland and still operating on the original farmland, Wenzel’s brought the craft of sausage making from Germany to Wisconsin more than 100 years ago. With dozens of highly prestigious awards, Wenzel’s takes great pride in crafting some of the finest, naturally hardwood smoked meat products available.

Wenzel’s Farm, LLC 500 E 29th Streeet Marshfield, WI 54449 P: 800.336.6328 W: www.wenzelsfarm.com

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Xcaliber International ONE TOBACCO ROAD- A fitting

address for the nation’s premier fourth-tier cigarette manufacturer, Xcaliber International was founded in 2001 by a pair of tobacco retail veterans who observed a growing trend in customer demand: a premium cigarette experience at an attainable price. They set out quickly to achieve this goal, building a state-of-the-art factory that utilizes the latest in high-speed manufacturing techniques, with an emphasis on premium ingredients and materials, world-class quality assurance standards and testing, and a full range of compelling tobacco products. Nearly two decades later, Xcaliber International’s 250,000 square-foot manufacturing facility features 6 high-speed production lines, shipping out millions of cigarettes every day.

CHANGING CUSTOMER TRENDS-

While the overall cigarette market continues to trend downward, the burgeoning fourth-tier market is the only cigarette category experiencing increased growth. As a result, more retailers are taking a hard look at fourth-tier solutions to meet customer demand. Xcaliber International’s product portfolio features 11 distinct

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Xcaliber International manufacturers the highest quality fourth-tier tobacco products available today, right in the heartland of America. With 15 distinct brands, ranging from cigarettes, filtered cigars and OTP, we proudly offer the most extensive product portfolio of any fourth-tier manufacturer, meeting every conceivable customer preference or retailer request.

fourth-tier cigarette brands, the most diverse array of such products in the industry. As customer trends continue to shift towards low-cost cigarette alternatives, Xcaliber International is particularly well-poised for the road ahead.

MADE BY RETAILERS, FOR RETAILERS- Given the retail

background of Xcaliber’s founders, our core focus has always been on how we can make retail businesses better. Simply put, we aren’t here to tell retailers how to run their businesses, we are here to support their businesses with high quality, low-cost fourth-tier products. Our contracts are simple, straightforward and easy to understand. For retailers, the low prices of our products mean less money tied up in inventory.

Lower pack and carton prices translate to higher basket totals from customers. Our products are also fully backed by a 100% guarantee: if they don’t sell, we’ll buy them back, no questions asked. Xcaliber International is truly your onestop shop for fourth-tier cigarette solutions!

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Centrally located in the United States, Xcaliber International’s products are proudly made in Oklahoma, USA, providing American jobs and the freshest, American-made tobacco products possible.

Xcaliber International 1 Tobacco Road Pryor, OK 74361 P: 918.824.0300 W: www.xcaliberinternational.com

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