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Yesway Raises $200,000 for Texas Hill Country Communities Affected by Kerr County Floods, Demonstrating Deep Commitment to the Communities It Serves
Donations will benefit the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country's Kerr County Flood Relief Fund FORT WORTH, Texas, Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Yesway, a company with deep Texas roots and one of the nation's fastest-growing convenience store chains, today announced that it has raised $200,000 to support Texas Hill Country communities impacted by the devastating Independence Day weekend floods—far surpassing its original fundraising goal. This achievement reflects the extraordinary generosity of Yesway and Allsup's customers, employees, and supplier partners, and underscores Yesway's deep commitment to the communities it proudly serves. Yesway launched the campaign with an initial corporate commitment of $100,000, rallying its network to provide critical relief to neighbors in need. Donations will go to The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country's Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, which is dedicated to addressing urgent needs and supporting long-term recovery. "We feel deeply for our fellow Texans in the Texas Hill Country," said Tom Trkla, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Yesway. "We hope these funds will ease immediate hardships and help rebuild these vibrant communities. We are grateful to the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country for ensuring these resources go where they can do the most good." Trkla continued, "Our heartfelt thanks go to our supplier partners—including Good2Grow—whose generosity amplified this effort. We are equally inspired by our compassionate Yesway and Allsup's customers and employees, who contributed more than $80,000 at our stores across the nine states where we operate." This dedication to community is the same spirit that has fueled Yesway's growth. In just the past several years, the company has developed and opened 85 new stores, modern, full-service convenience destinations designed to meet local needs and foster strong community connections. From small towns to growing suburbs, Yesway's investment in new stores represents a long-term commitment to creating jobs, supporting local economies, and being there for customers in good times and challenging ones alike. "On behalf of all of us at Yesway, thank you to everyone who contributed," Trkla concluded. "Your compassion and generosity will make a tangible difference in the lives of those affected by these floods, and we are honored to stand with the Texas Hill Country during this difficult time." Editor note: Contact Erin Vadala, Warner Communications; 617-669-1560; erin@ to arrange interviews. High-resolution images and graphics are available upon request. About Yesway: Established in 2015 and headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, Yesway is an award-winning convenience store operator with 444 stores across nine states in the Midwest and Southwest. Yesway is renowned for its iconic food service offerings, diverse grocery selections, and private-label products, including the famous Allsup's deep-fried burrito. Through strategic acquisitions, the 85 new stores it has developed and opened in the past several years, and its steadfast commitment to customer satisfaction and community engagement, Yesway continues to cement its position as one of the leading convenience retailers in the United States. For more information, visit About The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country: Founded in 1982, the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country is a public charitable foundation that supports nonprofits and local causes in the region. The Community Foundation grants funds to charities and awards scholarships to students throughout the Hill Country. On average, the Foundation distributes approximately $6 million each year. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Yesway
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24-07-2025
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BROOKWOOD FINANCIAL PARTNERS, LLC EXPANDS GLOBAL REACH WITH NEW LONDON OFFICE
Strengthens Access to International Investors Across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia BOSTON and LONDON, July 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Brookwood Financial Partners, LLC ("Brookwood"), a U.S.-based private equity real estate investment firm, is pleased to announce the opening of a new office in London through its wholly owned subsidiary, Brookwood Financial Limited. This strategic expansion marks a significant milestone in Brookwood's long-term vision to grow its international footprint and deepen relationships with global institutional investors. Yousif Banayoti – Managing Director, Brookwood Financial Limited Enhancing Global Reach The new London office strengthens Brookwood's presence in Europe and the Middle East, providing closer proximity to its expanding base of international capital partners. Since its founding in 1993, Brookwood has invested over $1.8 billion in equity on behalf of some of the world's most sophisticated investors, including sovereign wealth funds, global banks, endowments, pension plans, and ultra-high-net-worth individuals. The firm's diverse portfolio spans over $4.9 billion in total assets, including commercial real estate, operating businesses, and a national convenience store network via its Yesway affiliate. Brookwood's investment in Yesway, a top-tier U.S. convenience store operator, exemplifies its differentiated, hands-on approach to private equity. What began as a 10-store acquisition has evolved into a significant regional platform, driven by a robust acquisition, new store build, and integration strategy. This success reflects Brookwood's core capabilities: identifying overlooked assets, applying operational expertise, and executing strategic roll-ups to unlock long-term value. Unlike firms that rely primarily on financial engineering, Brookwood takes a thesis-driven approach rooted in deep sector insight and active operational involvement. "With a permanent presence in London, we are pleased to deepen our connections with institutional investors across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia," said Thomas N. Trkla, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Brookwood. "This expansion reflects our ongoing growth and our commitment to our global investor base." London Office Leadership Brookwood Financial Limited launches with a team of three seasoned Managing Directors: Yousif Banayoti – Managing Director - A veteran of over 25 years in the Private and Public financial markets. Yousif has held senior roles at Merrill Lynch, UBS, and Credit Suisse, and has most recently advised institutional clients in the MENA region through AITI Global. Yousif received his from King's College London (University of London).
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21-07-2025
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"We See You. We Thank You." Convenience Stores Nationwide Honor First Responders During Annual 24/7 Day
Yesway joins 35,000 stores nationwide in celebrating first responders while raising funds for disaster relief FORT WORTH, Texas, July 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On Thursday, July 24, the U.S. convenience store industry will unite for the seventh annual 24/7 Day, a nationwide celebration recognizing everyday heroes—including first responders, EMTs, doctors, nurses, 9-1-1 professionals, and American Red Cross volunteers—who serve our communities around the clock. Yesway, one of the fastest-growing convenience store chains in the United States, with Yesway and Allsup's stores located in Texas, New Mexico, South Dakota, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Wyoming, Oklahoma, and Nebraska, proudly announces its participation, joining convenience retailers and suppliers nationwide to honor first responders and raise funds for the American Red Cross. This year, Yesway and Allsup's stores will show appreciation by offering: A free 30.4 oz Core Hydration water to all first responders on July 24* A free fountain drink of any size from July 21 to July 24 These complimentary items are available to firefighters, doctors, nurses, healthcare professionals, Red Cross personnel, and 911 operators in uniform or with valid identification as a token of gratitude for their continued service and dedication. "At Yesway, community support is central to our mission," said Tom Trkla, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Yesway. "We are honored to stand alongside the NACS Foundation and our industry peers in celebrating 24/7 Day. First responders are the lifeblood of the communities we serve, and this annual tradition is one meaningful way we can express our gratitude for their courage, commitment, and tireless efforts." This year's theme "We See You. We Thank You," speaks to the often-unheralded work that first responders do—running toward disasters when others must evacuate or flee. The national 24/7 Day celebration raises awareness and recognizes these heroes from one of their largest supporters— convenience store retailers and industry suppliers. Across the country, more than 90 convenience retailing companies and brands will honor first responders with unique offers, and the event will also raise awareness of, and donations for, the Red Cross. Convenience stores are vital hubs in every community: 93% of Americans live within 10 minutes of one. With more than 152,000 convenience stores nationwide, the industry cumulatively conducts 160 million transactions daily, sells 80% of the nation's fuel, and donates more than $1 billion a year to charitable causes. Emergencies occur every day, and the American Red Cross, supported by convenience industry partners like Yesway, plays a critical role in helping those affected: The Red Cross responds to an emergency every eight minutes Each year, it addresses an average of 65,000 disasters 95% of its disaster relief workforce are volunteers "We hope you will join us in supporting the heroes who are always here for us, helping others and giving so much of themselves in times of incredible need," said Nathan Measom, Director of Cause Marketing for the American Red Cross. "Our continued partnership with the NACS Foundation is one of the most critical ways we highlight the work done each year in communities across the United States, which is not often seen by the public. It's our honor to shine a light on these heroes and thank them for their incredible effort." "The 24/7 Day celebration was born from the realization of the deep connection between first responders and the convenience store community," said Stephanie Sikorski, Executive Director of the NACS Foundation. "We've heard too often that 'nothing good happens after zero-dark-thirty,' but our research shows that these small hours are when first responders and convenience stores unite across a range of efforts, from setting up for a disaster relief effort or simply getting a cup of coffee or healthy snack during a shift to keep energy high. We are proud to support these efforts, which keep our communities strong." *Offer valid only on Thursday, July 24, 2025. To find the Yesway or Allsup's store closest to you, please visit or and to share stories and appreciation for hometown heroes and first responders on social media using the hashtag #247Day. Editor's note: Contact Erin Vadala, Warner Communications; (617) 669-1560; erin@ to arrange interviews. High-resolution images and graphics are available upon request. About Yesway – Yesway is one of the fastest-growing convenience store operators in the United States. Established in 2015, Yesway is a multi-branded platform headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, operating 444 stores across Texas, New Mexico, South Dakota, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Wyoming, Oklahoma, and Nebraska. Yesway operates its portfolio primarily under two successful brands, Yesway and Allsup's, with sites that are differentiated through a leading foodservice offering – featuring Allsup's famous deep-fried burrito – and a wide variety of high-quality grocery items and private-label products. Yesway's geographic footprint consists of stores located in attractive rural and suburban markets across the Southwest and Midwest, where it is often the convenience retail destination of choice and effectively the local grocer. The Yesway team has a successful track record of growth through acquisitions and believes it is well-positioned to continue to solidify its market position and increase its store count. Yesway has received numerous industry awards for its growth initiatives, management team, loyalty program, and employees' contributions to the industry. To learn more about Yesway, visit About the NACS Foundation NACS Foundation is the 501(c)3 charitable arm of NACS, the global industry association dedicated to advancing convenience and fuel retailing. In partnership with fuel retail, convenience and suppliers across the U.S., the NACS Foundation propels brighter futures by unifying and amplifying the philanthropic and charitable activities of the industry in communities across America. To learn more, visit or visit us on Facebook at @TheNACSFoundation and X at @NACS_Foundation. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Yesway Sign in to access your portfolio
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09-07-2025
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Fueling Up: What's slowing Yesway down?
This story was originally published on C-Store Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily C-Store Dive newsletter. Fueling Up is a column from C-Store Dive offering a fresh perspective on the top news and trends in the convenience store industry. Few convenience retailers looked more promising a handful of years ago than Yesway. By the time the company turned four years old in 2019, it had surpassed 400 c-stores. The bulk of that growth came from Yesway's $850 million acquisition of Allsup's, the 300-location chain with stores across New Mexico, Texas and Oklahoma. The financial growth also was tremendous, as Yesway hit about $1.5 billion in total revenue in 2020 — smashing the $561 million the retailer garnered the year before. Yesway's aggressive growth inspired its leaders to take their biggest leap yet. In September 2021, the retailer's parent company, BW Gas & Convenience, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission to take Yesway public. The number of shares to be offered and the price range for those shares weren't established, but the IPO intended to make Yesway the sole managing member of BW while affiliate Brookwood Financial Partners would control all major corporate decisions. Yesway's leaders didn't offer a timeline for the IPO but emphasized in its SEC filing that 'we… believe we are well positioned to continue to solidify our market position and grow our store count.' The retailer also outlined plans at the time to roll out a small-format Allsup's store model, Allsup's Express, that would target on-the-go college students seeking quick food options. But unexpectedly, Yesway axed its IPO plans in late 2022, beginning what I would consider a disappointing few years for the company. Since then, Yesway has barely grown its c-store network, lost some of its top executives to competitors, seemingly scrapped its Allsup's Express model and revealed forthcoming exits from two of its original markets. This stunted growth has led to the question that has swirled my brain the past few months: What's slowing Yesway down? Brookwood CEO Tom Trkla told C-Store Dive in March 2023 that the IPO was halted because of market volatility. He added that Yesway intended to refile with the SEC later that year. 'We always knew we were going to refile,' Trkla said in that interview. 'We'll refile the S-1 sometimes in the second quarter. We're working on that right now, updating it.' But no traction has been made on Yesway's potential IPO more than two years later. A spokesperson from Yesway did not respond by press time when asked if the company is still considering an IPO at this point. In that same 2023 interview, Trkla said that he aimed to double Yesway's store count 'in the next four or five years' and was creating the infrastructure to build anywhere from 60 to 80 locations per year. At that time, Yesway had 430 locations in its network — only 14 less than it had as of late May 2025. A company spokesperson did not respond by press time when asked why Trkla's large growth plans haven't materialized. Not only has Yesway barely grown its c-store count over the past two years, but it's about to see that number drop with the looming sale of 30 convenience stores across Iowa and Kansas, which C-Store Dive first reported back in February. Yesway's spokesperson said in February that these stores didn't match its overall strategy, but a source close to the situation said that selling these 30 locations — as well as the apparent end to the Allsup's Express model — are part of an internal retrenchment strategy. In June, C-Store Dive reported that Omaha, Nebraska-based c-store retailer Mega Saver appears to be looking to buy these 30 sites, signaling that a deal could be approaching. Yesway's changing plans this year coincided with longtime Chief Marketing Officer Derek Gaskins and Vice President of Marketing Darrin Samaha leaving for BP and Parker's Kitchen, respectively, two weeks apart in March. Anyone who's attended a c-store event in recent years knows Gaskins and Samaha were two of the most familiar faces at Yesway — and losing them was undoubtedly a heavy blow. Although Yesway isn't commenting on its challenges, I think it's clear that there are some financial strains happening behind the scenes. While anything can happen, I doubt an IPO is on the way anytime soon. Whether or not Yesway can rebound from its slow couple years and reach its ambitious store growth goals will be worth monitoring. If it can't bounce back, we may soon see another mid-size c-store competitor leaving the industry. Recommended Reading Yesway appears to be in talks to sell Iowa and Kansas c-stores to Mega Saver Sign in to access your portfolio
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21-06-2025
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Yesway appears to be in talks to sell Iowa and Kansas c-stores to MegaSaver
This story was originally published on C-Store Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily C-Store Dive newsletter. Yesway appears to be pursuing a sale of its convenience stores in Iowa and Kansas to Midwest c-store retailer MegaSaver, according to employees from 10 different Yesway locations across those states. It's unclear when the deal is set to materialize, although team members from three stores said they've been asked to tell customers that their Yesway loyalty points will expire in mid-August. These same employees said that if the deal finalizes, they've been told they would become MegaSaver team members. A deal would nearly double Nebraska-based MegaSaver's c-store count and introduce the company to Kansas while significantly spreading its footprint in Iowa. C-Store Dive first reported in February that Yesway intended to sell all 30 of its convenience stores across Iowa and Kansas by the end of 2025. At the time, a company spokesperson didn't offer specifics about why Yesway was taking this direction, only noting that its Iowa and Kansas stores didn't match the company's strategy. In a statement to C-Store Dive earlier this week, Yesway's spokesperson said that the Texas-based retailer 'has not yet sold its Iowa and Kansas-based stores.' The spokesperson did not respond to several follow ups about whether a deal with MegaSaver is in the works. Kamol Samiev, MegaSaver's vice president, said over the phone that he 'can't deny or confirm' a deal being in the works for Yesway's Iowa and Kansas c-stores. Meanwhile, Lu Qian, a corporate controller on MegaSaver's accounting team, said that she 'cannot share information at this time' regarding a potential deal. Back in February, Yesway's spokesperson said that after selling its stores in Iowa and Kansas, Yesway would reinvest the proceeds into c-stores 'that enable us to provide a better customer experience.' That may refer to Yesway's stores in the Southwest, where it's invested heavily in recent years and operates the bulk of its locations under the Allsup's banner. Founded in 2002, MegaSaver operates most of its stores around Omaha, Nebraska. Acquiring Yesway's roughly 30 stores in Iowa and Kansas would grow the company's network from about 42 stores in three states to over 70 locations across four states. Besides Omaha, the retailer has two locations in Iowa near the border of Nebraska and two others in the Fort Lauderdale and Coral Gables areas of Florida. Recommended Reading Yesway to sell all of its c-stores in Iowa and Kansas
