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National Association of Convenience Stores
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Melissa Jackson Joins NACS as Editor in Chief
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Alexandria, VA – May 2018 / Newsmaker Alert / Melissa Jackson joined National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) on May 13 as its editor in chief, overseeing the organization’s print and digital content, including the award-winning NACS Magazine.
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Melissa Jackson Joins NACS as Editor in ChiefNACS serves the $601 billion convenience and fuels retailing industry by sharing ideas and insights in its award-winning publications, including NACS Magazine and the “Convenience Matters” podcast; creating unique networking and education opportunities, including the annual NACS Show, which is one of the 40 largest trade shows in the country at 420,000 net square feet; and providing industry-leading research and analysis.

Jackson previously served 12 years at the Water Environment Federation, most recently as senior director of publishing, leading all aspects of the association’s publishing enterprise. She also served in editorial roles for the National Insulation Association, the American Chemistry Council and Association of the U.S. Army. She earned a B.A. in English and Classics and an M.A. in English from Georgetown University.

Jackson is active in several professional associations including the Association of American Publishers, Association Media & Publishing, American Society of Association Executives and American Society of Business Publication Editors.

About NACS
National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) advances the role of convenience stores as positive economic, social and philanthropic contributors to the communities they serve. The U.S. convenience store industry, with more than 154,000 stores nationwide selling fuel, food and merchandise, serves 160 million customers daily—half of the U.S. population—and has sales that are 10.8% of total U.S. retail and foodservice sales. NACS has 2,100 retailer and 1,750 supplier members from more than 50 countries.

NACS Contact:
Jeff Lenard
V.P., Strategic Industry Initiatives
703-518-4272

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Publishing Dates: 05/17/18 – 07/17/18
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