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August 19-21, 2026 · Tarrytown, NY

  • August 19, 2026


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  • August 21, 2026


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  • The CStore Momentum Welcome Mixer brings together ambitious, driven next-generation leaders and young executives for an evening of networking, fresh perspectives and real connections. Expect great conversations, new opportunities and a room full of people who are shaping what’s next. Come ready to meet and mingle with fellow attendees ahead of the event.
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  • Grab some of your new friends and head out into Tarrytown, N.Y., to explore and have dinner on your own.

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  • Kick off your morning with good coffee and even better company. Join us for a Networking Breakfast designed to bring professionals together in a relaxed, engaging setting.
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  • CStore Momentum kicks off with a look behind that curtain at our host chain Chestnut Market. This session welcomes guests, explores the history of Chestnut Market and how it has grown to where it is today, and introduces several highlights attendees will experience during the educational sessions and on the store tours later in the week.
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  • The look behind the curtain at Chestnut Market continues. This session outlines the company’s direction moving forward.
    Chestnut's Director of C-Store Operations Faheem Jamal will also discuss the chain’s operational initiatives, including its
    Retail Is Detail program.

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  • A panel of c-store retailers will explore the latest technology innovations shaping the convenience store industry. From evolving loyalty programs and the rise of retail media networks to advancements in delivery and order-ahead capabilities, panelists will share how they are leveraging these tools to enhance customer engagement, drive growth, and stay competitive in a rapidly changing landscape.

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  • Foodservice is now a must-have for convenience retailers looking to compete and grow into the future. This panel discussion will explore emerging trends shaping foodservice, from evolving consumer preferences to innovative menu strategies. Featuring insights from Chestnut, the discussion will highlight key learnings from its new foodservice program and how retailers are leveraging fresh approaches to drive growth, enhance the customer experience, and stay competitive in a dynamic market.

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  • Attendees will break into two groups and spend 30 minutes engaging with one of two discussion groups. Later they'll get a chance to experience the second discussion group.
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  • As emerging leaders step into executive roles, they play a critical part in defining workplace culture. This discussion will explore how young executives can balance results with people-centered leadership to create environments where teams thrive and organizations grow.

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  • In today’s fast-moving business environment, change is constant, from new technologies to shifting strategies. For young executives, success depends not only on leading change but also on adapting quickly and positioning themselves to thrive within it. This discussion will explore how professionals can embrace change, remain agile, and turn uncertainty into opportunities for growth, innovation and career advancement.

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  • The burning issue exchange groups will now rotate, allowing attendees to experience both discussions. If you previously attended Discussion 1, you will now move to Discussion 2 and vice versa.
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  • As emerging leaders step into executive roles, they play a critical part in defining workplace culture. This discussion will explore how young executives can balance results with people-centered leadership to create environments where teams thrive and organizations grow.

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  • In today’s fast-moving business environment, change is constant, from new technologies to shifting strategies. For young executives, success depends not only on leading change but also on adapting quickly and positioning themselves to thrive within it. This discussion will explore how professionals can embrace change, remain agile, and turn uncertainty into opportunities for growth, innovation and career advancement.

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  • Join Jason Read, Director of Store Operations at Wawa Food Markets, for a 60 minute discussion that will arm you with the information needed to help take your career to the next level and inspire you in your current role. Jason will share tips from his 30 years in retail and leading teams so you can stand out in your organization while gaining personal and professional fulfillment. Topics will focus on increasing confidence, taking risks, public speaking, your “leadership wake,” and pitfalls unique to women in leadership. You will leave the session with educational suggestions and thought starters that you can begin to implement the very next day to make yourself and your team the strongest it can be.

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  • 3:30 PM-3:45 PM
    Final Wrap Up

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  • Start your day with purpose and connection. Join us for a Networking Breakfast designed to bring professionals together in a relaxed, engaging setting.
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  • We'll board a bus and adventure around Tarrytown, N.Y., to visit a handful of convenience stores, including Chestnut Market's The Hutch location, where attendees will enjoy lunch.
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An exclusive event tailored for young leaders in the dynamic world of convenience retail

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