We look at the big industry numbers and trends discussed at the 2026 NACS State of the Industry Summit — and how they could impact your business.

Hosted by:

Jeff Lenard, NACS Vice President of Media & Strategic Communications

Jeff leads the association’s industry-wide external communications campaigns to advance the role of convenience stores as positive economic, social and philanthropic contributors to the communities they serve. He also serves as lead spokesperson and has conducted more than 6,000 media interviews about trends and innovations at convenience stores.