ShelfLife January 2024 Issue

The prestigious ShelfLife C-Store Awards, held on Wednesday, 22 November 2023, are the only comprehensive and independently judged business accolades for the convenience store sector. In this month’s issue, we pay tribute to all our deserving winners, with a special emphasis, naturally, on our Supreme Champion, Mace Bettystown in Co. Meath.

Elsewhere, the CSNA outlines a comprehensive checklist to help improve your bottom line in 2024, and Stephen Vincent, Nearby business development manager (IRL) is in the hot seat for our ’20 Quick Questions’ interview.

Within our Advisor section, The HR Suite’s Caroline Reidy outlines the details of Ireland’s new paid leave for domestic violence; Colin Gordon explores why some brands stand the test of time while others disappear into the ether; and Excel Recruitment’s Nikki Murran outlines important points to consider before taking the plunge and handing in your notice.

As always, our category features provide an in-depth look at the brands and innovations generating sales in-store. This month, we highlight the leading brands and latest developments in the bottled water, Easter, and packaged meats sectors.