2026 Star Women in Convenience winner: Lois DegensteinSHINING STAR 2026 Star Women in Convenience winner: Pia SeegerSHINING STAR 2026 Star Women in Convenience winner: Amber Banford SHINING STAR CSNC Exclusive: Huer Food's Molly Clinton shares strategies to conquer the c-store candy aisle How high-definition gummies, "discovery shoppers," and limited edition, licensed confectionery are reshaping the convenience store candy aisle. Plugged into profit: Mobile accessories as a high-profit retail category Mobile accessories are a valuable and growing category, as impulse buys and travel needs drive demand. Tastes Like Summer: 2025 beverage alcohol trends Tap into seasonal success with data, trends and innovations from beverage alcohol leaders. DIONYSUS WINES AND SPIRITS: Alex Patinios "We’re seeing a lot of innovation in flavours and more premium cocktail-style offerings, Have a good assortment of styles and brands to fit the range of RTD occasions." BEVVY CANADA: Steve Zmudczynski "Shoppers are often looking for small formats—single cans or six-packs—because it’s about occasion-based convenience." SLEEMAN BREWERIES: Brad Edwards "RTD consumers are shifting toward full-flavour experiences; they’re more willing to indulge in bold, nostalgic tastes." MARK ANTHONY BRANDS: Lindsay Uhrich "Transparency and real ingredients are also increasingly important to RTD consumers looking for quality and real callouts on packaging." 1 2 3 Next Last