In this episode, Denny Ruben and Jeff Kramer sat down with Bill Kent, CEO of The Kent Companies, to discuss his company, trends in industry mergers and acquisitions, and strategies for retailers to position themselves for successful acquisitions. The Kent Companies, based in Texas, operate a diverse range of businesses including car washes, foodservice locations, a tire company, lubrication centers, and convenience stores. Kent shared his plans to expand the company's portfolio, aiming to double the current 140 convenience stores through strategic acquisitions over the next ten years. This episode is produced by NRC, a leader in providing services to the convenience store and petroleum industry, including sell-side representation of closely held companies and financial advisory services. Learn more at www.nrc.com.
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