Guiding the Conversation: Our 2025 Content Pillars
At Outlook Leadership, our Content Pillars serve as strategic guideposts that shape the direction, depth, and relevance of our programming. These five pillars are thoughtfully developed to reflect the most pressing challenges and high-impact opportunities facing today’s c-store executives.
By organizing content around these core themes, we ensure each session delivers focused insights, sparks meaningful dialogue, and helps leaders leave with actionable strategies tailored to their business goals.
2025 Outlook Content Pillars
The 2025 pillars are designed to inspire forward-thinking conversations, foster peer exchange, and prepare leaders for what’s next. Whether you're navigating talent shortages, evaluating acquisition opportunities, planning for generational change, or investing in transformative tech, these pillars provide a framework that connects every session to your biggest priorities.
Explore what each pillar unlocks:
Labor and Workforce Management
This pillar explores innovative strategies for attracting, retaining, and engaging top talent in a competitive labor market. Sessions will delve into workforce optimization, evolving leadership roles, and how to build resilient teams for long-term success. Attendees will gain actionable insights on addressing labor shortages, reducing turnover, and fostering a culture of growth and excellence in their organizations.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Focused on the latest trends and best practices in M&A, this pillar provides a comprehensive view of the market dynamics shaping consolidation in the c-store industry. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of how to navigate deals that drive scalability, efficiency, and competitive advantage.
Economy & Legislative
This pillar examines the macroeconomic trends and legislative developments impacting the c-store industry. From inflationary pressures and supply chain disruptions to state and federal regulations, executives will explore the challenges and opportunities influencing business strategies. Sessions will also provide clarity on emerging policies, including labor laws, energy regulations, and taxation changes, to help businesses stay ahead.
Next Generation
Designed with a forward-looking lens, this pillar addresses the next wave of leaders, consumers, and innovations transforming the industry. Discussions will include succession planning, leadership development, engaging younger consumers, and fostering innovation to meet the evolving expectations of a dynamic marketplace.
Technology
From artificial intelligence and data analytics to loyalty programs and automation, this pillar highlights the transformative technologies revolutionizing the c-store space. Sessions will explore the integration of cutting-edge tools to enhance operational efficiency, improve the customer experience, and drive revenue growth. Attendees will learn how to leverage technology for smarter decision-making and sustained innovation.