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The Future of Convenience

The Future of Convenience

By: Global Convenience Store Focus
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The Future of Convenience podcast will explore cutting-edge strategies and global insights from convenience retailers and experts worldwide. Discover the latest innovations shaping the future of convenience and sustainability in retail through foodservice, mobility, design, and more. Hosted by Dan Munford, Nick Scherzer and Carolyn Schnare. The Future of Convenience podcast is produced by Global Convenience Store Focus. Learn more at https://www.globalconveniencestorefocus.co.uk.Copyright 2024 The Future of Convenience Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Politics & Government Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
Episodes
  • John Iannucci on Foodvenience: Hot, Fresh, Fast and…Microwavable
    Jun 10 2025
    What can convenience food service providers learn from a successful fast-casual restaurateur? John Iannucci, CEO of Escalante’s Fine Tex Mex & Tequila and Fat Rosie’s Taco & Tequila Bar, shares his expertise on optimizing food service operations, exploring strategies for balancing quality with speed, leveraging technology to enhance customer experiences, and addressing industry challenges such as third-party delivery and payment processing. With special guest: John Iannucci, CEO, Escalante’s Fine Tex Mex & Tequila | Fat Rosie’s Taco & Tequila Bar Hosted by: Carolyn Schnare and Harry Milloff
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    25 mins
  • The 2025 Best EV Hub in the World Is...Shell Recharge in China!
    May 27 2025
    We have a new winner for the Best EV Hub in the World and it is Shell Recharge in Shenzhen China! We talked with Chuan Hu, Shell’s VP Mobility and Convenience China and Elaine Kanak, Vontier’s CMO, about the winning site and worldwide EV growth. We’re looking forward to our visit to Shenzhen this September, where we’ll dive into the city’s remarkable embrace of ‘new energy’ vehicles, now accounting for more than 60% of all cars on the road in China’s third-largest metropolis. Read more and see a video about the Shell Recharge winning site in Shenzhen: https://www.globalconveniencestorefocus.co.uk/best/entries-25/shell-recharge-shenzhen-china Many thanks to the sponsors of the Best EV Hub in the World 2025 competition, Vontier and Visa. These global companies are vital in supporting our industry through the mobility transition. With special guests: Chuan Hu, VP Mobility and Convenience China, Shell and Elaine Kanak, Chief Marketing Officer, Vontier Hosted by: Carolyn Schnare and Dan Munford
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    20 mins
  • How Maxol is Redefining the Customer Journey
    May 13 2025
    How does Irish convenience retail giant Maxol harness technology to excel at its world-renowned customer-centric strategy? Join Brian Donaldson, CEO of Maxol, and Brad Sandys from Urgent as they discuss the evolution from fuel-focused operations to modern multi-energy hubs designed around exceptional customer experiences. See Maxol's entry in The Best EV Hub in the World Competition: https://www.globalconveniencestorefocus.co.uk/best/entries-25/maxol-newbridge-kildare-ireland With special guests: Brian Donaldson, CEO, The Maxol Group and Brad Sandys, Head of Business Development, Urgent Hosted by: Carolyn Schnare and Nick Scherzer
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    40 mins

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