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By Teeto Shirajee, NCASEF Vice Chair Franchising has become a popular business model, allowing entrepreneurs to operate under established brands while benefiting from their reputation and operational support. Among these franchises, 7-Eleven stands out as one of the most recognizable convenience store brands worldwide. However, the success of 7-Eleven franchisees is not solely attributed to […]
By Sukhi Sandhu, NCASEF Chairman Across the country, families are still feeling the pinch. Prices keep rising, paychecks aren’t stretching as far, and even though the government has reopened—and federal workers and SNAP recipients are finally receiving their pay and benefits again—the strain hasn’t lifted. For many households, recovery doesn’t happen overnight. Their local 7-Eleven […]
Raj Singh, NCASEF Treasurer 7-Eleven, Inc. may take the position that under the 7-Eleven franchisee agreement, franchisees may be required to provide certification regarding wages, hours, and the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States, and pay the cost of outside auditors to verify the accuracy of the certification. We are required […]
By Michelle Niccoli, NCASEF Vice Chair Running a successful 7-Eleven franchise offers a wealth of opportunities, but it also comes with its share of challenges—local market fluctuations, staffing issues, inventory management, and staying ahead of competitors. One of the most valuable steps you can take to support your business, gain a competitive edge, and build […]
By Eric Karp, General Counsel To NCASEF Twenty Questions originated as a spoken parlor game that encouraged deductive reasoning and creativity. It originated in the United States by Maggie Noonan and was played widely in the 19th century. It escalated in popularity during the late 1940s, when it became the format for a successful weekly […]
By Michelle Niccoli, NCASEF Vice Chair If your store is currently losing money or just not hitting your profit goals, it is time to get serious about understanding what is going wrong and how to fix it. Often, the solution isn’t just about cutting costs—it’s about a comprehensive approach that involves analyzing your numbers, refining […]
By Eric Karp, General Counsel To NCASEF Over the past few years there have been two extended but ultimately unsuccessful sagas involving the control of the parent company of 7-Eleven, Inc. (SEI). One was the 2023 initiative of the activist investor ValueAct, which among other things, advocated spinning off the convenience store business into a […]
By Teeto Shirajee, NCASEF Vice Chair For 7-Eleven franchisees, general liability insurance is a necessary part of doing business—but that doesn’t mean we have to be stuck paying sky-high premiums. By taking a proactive approach to managing risk, we can significantly reduce costs while also creating a safer environment for our customers and employees. Whether […]
By Sukhi Sandhu, NCASEF Chairman Over the past year or so, one challenge has weighed on my mind more than anything else: flat sales and declining foot traffic in our stores. As franchisees, we’ve all felt it. Fewer people are walking through our doors, customers are watching their spending, and some of the excitement that […]
By Raj Singh, NCASEF Treasurer To succeed in a competitive retail environment, every 7-Eleven franchisee must understand their market, offer a unique value proposition, and prioritize customer service. Success isn’t about doing one thing right—it’s about doing many things consistently well. That includes analyzing your competitors, focusing on customer needs, and continually innovating to build […]
