The convenience store industry was full of executive changes in 2023. From major retailers to midsize and smaller chains, a diverse array of c-store operators brought in new leaders and saw longtime executives depart. Some shifts were the result of merging with other retailers, while others were for more personal reasons.

Here’s a look at some of the most notable c-suite changes the c-store industry saw in 2023.

7-Eleven makes numerous changes at the top

In May, 7-Eleven split its CEO and president roles and named Stan Reynolds as its new president, a role CEO Joseph DePinto had held since 2005. Reynolds, who joined 7-Eleven in 1997, was previously CFO for the retailer, and served as vice president and treasurer, assistant treasure and manager of corporate finance before that.

7-Eleven also underwent several other executive changes across its merchandising, foodservice and advisory departments in May, including naming Jesus Delgado-Jenkins its executive vice president and chief merchandising officer.

BP’s CEO and U.S. president resign

In September, Bernard Looney resigned as the oil giant’s CEO after failing to appropriately disclose past personal relationships with company colleagues. Murray Auchincloss, BP’s CFO, was named interim CEO in the aftermath and remains in that role.

Less than a month later, David Lawler, chairman and president of BP America, announced his resignation from the oil giant to pursue other interests. Lawler held BP’s top executive position in the U.S. since July 2020 and was replaced by Orlando Alvarez, BP’s former senior vice president of gas and power trading.

TravelCenters of America realigns following acquisition

In May, BP named Debi Boffa as CEO-designate and Babu Rajalingam as CFO-designate for TravelCenters of America following the oil major’s acquisition of the travel stop chain. The executives officially started these roles in early September, succeeding former CEO Jon Pertchik and CFO Peter J. Crage. 

BP also named Gregory Franks as president and chairman of TA upon closing the acquisition in May.

Pilot refreshes its c-suite

In April, Pilot Company named Adam Wright and Joe Lillo as its new CEO and CFO, respectively — roles that took effect on May 30. After Berkshire Hathaway became Pilot’s majority owner in January, the holding company identified Wright and Lillo — both longtime Berkshire Hathaway executives — to take over these positions.

In August, the company also named Brad Anderson as its new chief operating officer. 

Pilot’s executive restructuring came amid the company’s New Horizons initiative, a chainwide update that includes major investments in store remodels, electric vehicle charging, expanded kitchens and more. 

EG America finally finds a new leader

EG America, the U.S. subsidiary of convenience retailer EG Group, named John Carey as its CEO and president, effective Oct. 1. This concluded a nearly year-long search for a new leader at EG America after its most recent president, George Fournier, stepped down last fall due to medical reasons.

Carey had been a member of EG Group’s board since 2020 and previously held executive positions at BP and ADNOC Distribution.

GetGo Market & Cafe names president

In April, Giant Eagle named Terri Micklin as president of GetGo, promoting her into that role from senior vice president of development and strategy — a position she took on in early 2022. Micklin previously spent almost 21 years in a variety of jobs with Wawa, including manager of site acquisition; director of construction; and senior director of construction, store design and formats. 

Four months later, Giant Eagle appointed Bill Artman as its new CEO. 

Kum & Go’s CEO steps down

Kum & Go CEO Tanner Krause announced he would leave the convenience retailer as its sale to Maverik officially closed in late August, when new owner Maverik took control of operations. 

This ended Kum & Go’s run as a family owned and operated company. Krause took over as CEO in 2020, succeeding his father, Kyle Krause — founder and CEO of Kum & Go’s former parent company, The Krause Group — who became CEO in 2004. 

Neon Marketplace names new CEO

In February, Neon Marketplace — operator of nine locations across Rhode Island and Massachusetts — named Adi Dhandhania as its CEO. This marked Dhandhania’s first executive leadership role within the c-store industry, though he previously held numerous positions with gaming and hospitality company Bally’s Interactive and wireless device services company Brightstar Corp.

Dash In appoints Blackie Wills as president and CEO

The Wills Group named Julian B. “Blackie” Wills III president and CEO of the company, which owns Dash In convenience stores, effective Aug. 1. Wills assumed the role after serving as president and COO of the Wills Group for the previous two years. 

As president and CEO, Wills leads the convenience retailer’s efforts to evolve its Dash In and Splash In Eco Car Wash brands as it seeks to triple its store count by 2030.

Wawa splits president and CEO roles

In late February, Wawa named former senior vice president Brian Schaller as its new company president, taking on the role that was held by CEO Chris Gheysens for the past decade. Gheysens remains CEO.

Schaller joined Wawa in 2002, and has held several roles within the company, ranging from vice president of fuel to claims and risk finance manager.

Foxtrot gets a new CEO to fuel growth

In April, boutique convenience retailer Foxtrot named Liz Williams as its new CEO, while co-founder and previous CEO Mike LaVitola became chairman of the company. This came less than a year after Foxtrot hired Williams as its first president and CFO.

Williams previously worked as CFO of Taco Bell and then as president of Taco Bell International, where she was responsible for the brand strategy, growth and performance of the international business across 30 countries.

Breeze Thru Markets appoints CEO

In February, Breeze Thru Markets — operator of about 18 convenience stores in North Carolina — named Adam Stephenson president and CEO. Stephenson joined Breeze Thru Markets after spending nearly a decade with fuel supplier Cary Oil, one of its sister companies. He succeeded Ryan Clontz, who held the position since 2019.

Delek US Holdings’ COO steps away

Todd O’Malley, former executive vice president and chief operating officer for Delek US Holdings, left the company in September to pursue other opportunities. Joseph Israel, Delek’s executive vice president of operations for Delek US and Delek Logistics, and Patrick Reilly, Delek’s executive vice president and chief commercial officer, are splitting O’Malley’s responsibilities.

Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores taps chief supply chain officer

Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores named Eddie Burt as its chief supply chain officer in July. Prior to joining Love’s, Burt spent four and a half years with discount retailer Big Lots Stores, where he began as senior vice president of logistics before becoming executive vice president and chief supply chain officer. 

Burt also held executive roles with health and nutrition retailer GNC, as well as PetSmart