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Three days filled with inventive revelations, groundbreaking products, and valuable connections.
7:30am – 11:00am

Registration & Information Desk

Location: Grand Hall Foyer
8:00am – 8:45am

Networking Breakfast

Location: Cypress/Dogwood Ballroom
9:00am – 9:45am

Leadership in Action: Navigating Challenges and Championing Growth

Location: Willow/Magnolia Ballroom

Leadership is a journey filled with both triumphs and trials. In this candid and insightful panel, seasoned executives from the c-store industry will share the real-world challenges they’ve faced throughout their careers and the strategies they used to overcome them. The discussion will delve into the struggles that come with leadership—whether it's making tough decisions, managing teams through change, or maintaining a work-life balance.

But leadership is also about continuous growth. Our panelists will open up about the areas they are currently focused on improving and what they are learning at this stage of their careers. From developing new skills to adapting to industry changes, attendees will gain a deep understanding of what it takes to not only survive but thrive as a leader in the c-store industry.

Speakers:

Vice President of Content Strategy | Moderator
Informa Connect Foodservice

President
Southwest Georgia Oil Co. Inc.

Chief Information Officer
Global Partners LP

Vice President, People & Culture
Stinker Stores

9:45am – 10:30am

Mastering Leadership Dialogue

Location: Willow/Magnolia Ballroom

Unlock your true leadership potential by moving beyond basic communication. This session focuses on equipping leaders with the dialogue skills necessary to build trust, inspire others, and drive accountability in everyday work. We’ll dive into the most crucial, high-impact facilitation skills that you can use to create highly autonomous teams that collaborate to innovate. Through interactive learning, you'll master these dialogues, enhance your leadership toolkit, and feel empowered to lead with confidence and clarity. Join us to strengthen your dialogue muscles and lead without hesitation or fear.

Speakers:

Founder
Third Loop Learning LLC

10:30am – 10:45am

Networking Break

Location: Grand Hall Foyer
10:45am – 11:45am

CSW Closing Session

Location: Willow/Magnolia Ballroom
Critical Feedback Team Presentation

This session will provide valuable insights and strategies on how to effectively give and receive critical feedback within an organization. Attendees will learn about the importance of understanding the current state of feedback, setting clear goals for improvement, and fostering a culture of constructive criticism.

Speakers:

Director, National Sales - 7-Eleven
The Coca-Cola Company

Power Team Perspectives Panel

In this engaging panel, members of the 2023 CSW Power Teams share their unique experiences, hard-earned lessons, and key insights. These accomplished leaders will offer constructive feedback on what worked, what fell short, and how to overcome common team challenges. Attendees will gain actionable advice to build a proactive, goal-driven team for 2024, with practical strategies to enhance collaboration, foster accountability, and set the stage for ongoing success in their leadership journey.

Speakers:

Senior Editor | Moderator
CSP

Director of Store Operations
Wawa Inc.

Power Team Wrap-Up & Next Steps

Before we close out the conference, join your Power Team for one last in-person meeting during the Power Team Wrap-Up & Next Steps session. This is your final opportunity to solidify plans, review progress, and set clear goals for the months ahead. Teams will outline strategies for virtual collaboration, assign key roles, and ensure everyone is aligned for success. Take this time to ensure your team is organized and energized as you transition to virtual calls and continue working towards your team’s goals beyond the conference!

20+Speakers
160+Attendees