Senior Director of Foodservice
Onvo
Benjamin (Ben) Lucky, is Sr. Director of Foodservice for Onvo and an award-winning chef with more than 25 years of experience building successful foodservice programs in convenience retail, travel centers, grocery, and restaurants.
His experience spans culinary development, category management, merchandising, operations, supply chain, training, and strategic growth, with initiatives reaching from small-format concepts to networks of more than 13,000 locations.
His career has included foodservice leadership roles with brands such as US military, ExxonMobil LATAM, Chevron-Extra Mile, Kroger, am/pm, Maverik, Puma Energy LATAM, Dash In, Cal's/Stripes, and 7-Eleven, helping operators develop scalable, profitable food programs that balance culinary innovation and menu engineering with operational excellence. Recognized as Foodservice Innovator of the Year in 2023, Ben is known for translating food trends into practical solutions that drive sales, simplify execution, and enhance the customer experience.
Wednesday, Oct 07, 2026
8:00am - 10:15am
Convenience Connect is an exclusive opportunity for NACS supplier members to hear directly from convenience retailers about how they discover new products and maximize their time at the NACS Show. During this 90-minute session, a panel of retail leaders will share what they look for in new products, how they evaluate potential supplier partners, and tips for making meaningful connections. The session concludes with 30 minutes of networking over light refreshments, giving you the chance to continue the conversation and build valuable relationships. Don't miss this unique supplier opportunity
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