About The Nest: C-Store
How The Nest: C-Store Operates
The Nest: C-Store is built to empower convenience retail C-suite executives through meaningful collaboration and actionable solutions.
- Monthly Virtual Roundtables: Members meet online to vet suppliers, navigate industry challenges, and uncover innovative solutions.
- In-Person Events: Foster deeper connections and impactful engagement at leadership conferences, chapter gatherings, and flagship events.
- Specialized Executive Groups: Tailored communities ensure highly relevant conversations among peers facing similar challenges.
At The Nest: C-Store, every interaction is designed to drive trust, collaboration, and innovation in the convenience industry.

Nest Groups
The Nest: C-Store is divided into specialized executive groups, allowing members to connect with peers facing the same challenges and opportunities.
President & CEO
Chief Operating Officer
Chief Marketing Officer
Chief Technology Officer/Chief Information Officer
Chief Human Resources Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Woman's Nest

Our Vision for the Future
The Nest: C-Store is on a mission to become the largest, most influential convenience C-suite networking organization in America.
By 2027, we aim to:
- Grow to members while maintaining exclusivity and relevance.
- Be the go-to resource for networking, solutions, and best practices in the convenience space.
- Empower convenience executives to drive innovation and overcome industry challenges.
Our ultimate goal is to shape the future of the convenience industry through collaboration, trust, and leadership.
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