#66 A Conversation with the NACS Chairman

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#66 A Conversation with the NACS Chairman

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Apr 24, 2017

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As the 2016-2017 NACS Chairman, Rahim Budhwani has promised a legacy of caring, giving back and inclusivity. We talked with Rahim about his innovative foodservice offers, his views about the convenience industry's future and the importance of being a part of the community.

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Apr 24, 2017

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Whether it’s for food, fuel, drinks or snacks — about half of the U.S. population is at a convenience store every day. We sell 80% of the country’s fuel and we are 4% of the total U.S. economy. We’ll talk about what we see at stores — and what the future may hold — as long as it’s convenient.

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