2023 Future Leaders in Convenience: MATTHEW STEWART

Matthew Stewart describes himself as a tech junkie who enjoys the fast-paced energy of this industry from a technology perspective. That’s likely why his exemplary skills deploying an integrated network system into an easy-to-use, all-in-one, point of sale unit for major gas station brands across Canada are so valued.

“We’ve seen some interesting things develop for POS, marketing, and fuel technology to bring products to the visibility of the customer or improve their experience in the store and at the pumps,” says Stewart.

“One recent highlight was creating a training program with a colleague: We completed an installation manual for the BT9000 Point of Sale for field technicians and a two-day in-person training course for hands-on materials. The next phase will be training videos on YouTube for technicians and end users.”

Stewart started as a field technician, and he’s proven to be an excellent teacher, says colleague Evan Farah.

“Matthew has a good understanding of the network systems in gas/c-stores and a determination to connect and improve those networks,” says Farah. “He’ll take a call at any hour to assist in an emergency and has taken on many large tasks with determination when others thought the goal was impossible; Matthew steps up and makes it possible.”

The network solutions Stewart helps implement inspire those around him: “His focus on flawless implementation is supported by the full team to ensure quality consumer experience. It assisted store owners, managers, cashiers and consumers with the ability to collect loyalty rewards in a system using that fully integrated network.”

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