Did you know 7-Eleven was on the brink of bankruptcy in 1991? Jim Keyes, former CEO, sits down with Justin Jackson, President & CRO at Lula Commerce, in Episode 8 of the Commerce Corner podcast. He shares a powerful story about how the brand rediscovered its purpose by embracing and adapting to changing customer needs.
80,000 stores later, 7-Eleven is one of the most prominent brands in the industry. Don’t miss this episode where Jim shares a lot of the valuable insights he learned along the way!
🎙️Tune in to the full episode wherever you stream podcasts
2025 is here—what’s your plan to stay ahead?
In Episode 7 of Commerce Corner, Justin Jackson and Art Sebastian challenge retailers to think critically about what changes they need to make. From refreshing outdated loyalty programs to fully embracing e-commerce, the path to staying competitive is clear: evolve or risk falling behind.
Tune in for insights on how to modernize your strategy and meet the expectations of today’s customers.
🎧 Listen to the full episode here and stay tuned for the next episode coming soon!
As privacy regulations tighten and consumer expectations evolve, data strategy is more critical than ever for convenience retailers.
In Episode 7 of Commerce Corner, Justin Jackson and Art Sebastian explore how retailers can embrace first-party data to stay ahead. With tools like email signups, social media interactions, and e-commerce activity, retailers can build deeper customer insights and drive more personalized, impactful promotions.
The challenge? Navigating privacy laws, shifting technology landscapes, and the complexities of unifying data. The opportunity? Building stronger connections and driving growth through smarter, data-driven strategies.
Learn how to future-proof your approach to data in the full episode!
Convenient Food Mart is leveling up with Lula Commerce to deliver an unbeatable shopping experience. 🚀
For decades, Convenient Food Mart has been a trusted neighborhood staple, bringing everyday essentials to communities across the nation. Now, they’re taking it further by launching delivery with DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub – powered by Lula’s seamless managed services.
At Lula, we’re passionate about helping iconic brands like CFM bridge the gap between tradition and innovation. Our mission? To empower convenience stores to thrive in a digital-first world while saving them time, resources, and stress.
Here’s to serving customers where they are and when they need it. Cheers to the Convenient Food Mart team! 🥂
In Episode 7 of Commerce Corner, Art Sebastian and Justin Jackson explore how retail media is becoming a necessity for c-stores. From big players like 7-Eleven, Casey’s, and Wawa launching networks to smaller chains exploring their strategies, this trend is reshaping the industry.
The secret? Convenience retailers already have the ingredients: first-party data, ad inventory, and loyal customers. The challenge? Crafting the recipe—building a strategy, executing change, and making it all work seamlessly.
Want to know how your chain can “get cooking” with retail media? Listen to the full episode wherever you stream podcasts!
🚀 Why are convenience stores perfectly positioned to dominate food service?
In Episode 7 of Commerce Corner, Art Sebastian, CEO of NexChapter, highlights multiple advantages c-stores have like extended operating hours.
While most restaurant chains close their doors, convenience stores are there for the early risers, night owls, and everyone in between. With over 60% of food deliveries happening outside typical restaurant hours, the opportunity is clear—C-stores are uniquely equipped to meet demand when it matters most.
💡 Want to learn how your store can harness this edge to compete in food service? Catch the full conversation wherever you stream podcasts!
In Episode 7 of Commerce Corner, we’re joined by special guest Art Sebastian, CEO of NexChapter, to dive deep into strategies for thriving in a competitive retail landscape. From enhancing customer experiences to leveraging digital tools and foodservice innovations, this episode is packed with insights for chains of all sizes.
Key takeaway: It’s not just about keeping up with competitors—it’s about focusing on what makes your brand unique and serving your customers better every day. 💡
Tune in to learn how proximity, in-store experiences, and digital channels are creating new opportunities for growth. Don’t miss it!
📺 Listen to the full episode wherever you stream podcasts!
When Kevin Hart gives you a fist bump, you know you’re onto something big! 😎
We’re thrilled to have received the Hart seal of approval at the NACS Show last week. More importantly, we’re excited about how many happy Lula customers gave us their seal of approval as well.
For c-store leaders that are responsible for their chain’s e-commerce channel, partnering with Lula Commerce saves the equivalent of about 3.7 FTE resources on an annual basis, vastly reducing the operational burden on their internal teams.
That’s why so many c-store brands (and Kevin Hart) are huge fans of what we’re building and where the industry is headed. We’re grateful to everyone who stopped by our booth to share their story and learn more about ours. The future of convenience is here! 🚀
In the latest episode of the Commerce Corner podcast, Lula Commerce executives Adit Gupta and Justin Jackson discuss how convenience retailers and QSR brands can drive growth with data and artificial intelligence.
Understanding e-commerce channel profitability is incredibly important for enterprise retailers, and Lula’s data makes it easy to explore how factors like 1st party vs 3rd party, revenue per transaction, markups, and more can impact profitability.
Learn more by checking out the full episode or contacting us on our website!
🎙️ In Episode 6 of Commerce Corner, we explore how leading convenience brands are mastering customer engagement through actionable data. From store reviews to delivery driver feedback, they’re leveraging Lula’s AI-driven tools to analyze sentiment, address issues, and build trust—all in real-time.
This episode highlights the growing importance of listening to customers and using digital tools to respond effectively. As the convenience industry evolves, brands that prioritize these insights will continue to set themselves apart.
Catch the full episode wherever you stream podcasts to learn more about the future of digital transformation in convenience retail.
#ConvenienceIndustry #CustomerExperience #LulaConvenience #DigitalTransformation #AI
🎙️ In Episode 6 of Commerce Corner, Lula Co-founder and CEO, Adit Gupta, and Lula President and CRO, Justin Jackson, discuss the evolving data needs of large convenience brands. As an example, category managers at large enterprise retailers need quick access to different data depending on their roles and the categories they manage. Convenience store chains are using multiple digital tools that often don’t connect to one another, making it difficult to leverage actionable data from one source of truth.
Justin explains how Lula’s cloud-based architecture and dashboards make it easy for brands to access and utilize their data. It’s one of many reasons why the brands that partner with Lula have a competitive edge as they embrace digital transformation.
Tune in to the full episode wherever you stream podcasts to learn more about how convenience stores can unlock the power of their data and thrive in an increasingly digital world.
#ConvenienceIndustry #DataAccess #LulaConvenience #Ecommerce #DigitalTransformation
This is the week! Stop by Core-Mark booth #C3846 at the NACS Show where we’ll be showcasing the latest advancements in convenience store e-commerce technology. 🌟
Whether you represent a large retail chain or QSR brand, we look forward to connecting about how Lula Commerce is enabling c-stores to thrive online with AI-powered tools in our digital commerce suite. We’ll see you there!
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