According to this independent operator, "your net worth is your network" and connecting with other entrepreneurs is the best way to grow your business. Hear tips to attract and retain employees and beat your competition from 3-store convenience retailer, Bassem Nowyhed. Hosted by: Jeff Lenard, VP Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS and Carolyn Schnare, Director Strategic Initiatives, NACS About our Guest: Bassem Nowyhed, Convenience Store Franchise Owner and Founder of Invig Consulting Bassem Nowyhed has more than a decade of experience in convenience store management and the Food & Beverage industry. As a forward thinker and natural networker, Bassem’s brought numerous innovations to the multiple convenience store franchise locations he owns in California.