MASTERCLASS

The 2026 Conexxus Technology Roadmap: Building Capabilities for the Future

Wednesday, October 07, 2026
9:00am - 10:00am PDT
Ballroom C
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MASTERCLASS

About The Session

Drawing from extensive research beyond the industry's confines, the 2026 Conexxus Technology Roadmap outlines the technological and cultural shifts that continue to shape the retail landscape. The roadmap will help you navigate and thrive within the constantly changing technology landscape. Don't miss this opportunity to prepare today for the future.

WHO'S SPEAKING

Speakers

01/04

Gray Taylor

Strategic Advisor, Strategic Initiatives

NACS

Gray Taylor literally grew up in the convenience store industry with the opening of the family’s first convenience store in 1963.  Involved in the family business, comprised of 87 stores, Gray gained experience in all phases of convenience store and…

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02/04

Donald Emery

Senior Manager, Product

CHS Inc. (Cenex)

CHS is a diversified global agribusiness cooperative owned by farmers and local cooperatives across the United States. It’s 10,000-plus dedicated employees around the globe have a singular purpose: Creating connections to empower agriculture. As the…

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03/04

Linda Toth

Executive Director

Conexxus

Linda Toth is the Executive Director for Conexxus, a dynamic non-profit for the convenience and retail fuels industry that is driven by its visionary and passionate members.  Conexxus advocates for the industry’s needs and successes by championing…

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04/04

Robert Hampton

Chief Technology Officer

Yesway

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