About this episode

Frank Gleeson discusses the future of foodservice, technology, and advocacy in the convenience retail industry.

Frank Gleeson shares his insights on the future of foodservice, technology, and advocacy at NACS and within the convenience retail industry. Hosted by: Jeff Lenard About our Guest: Frank Gleeson, NACS President & CEO Frank became president and CEO of the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) on January 1, 2026, succeeding Henry Armour. He is the fourth person to lead NACS in its 65-year history.

People in this episode

Host: Jeff Lenard

Guest: Frank Gleeson

Topics covered

• foodservice
• technology
• advocacy
• convenience retail
• future trends

Keywords

• convenience stores
• NACS
• foodservice
• technology
• advocacy
• retail industry
• future

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: National Association of Convenience Stores

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