Doug Yawberry

A native of central Missouri, Doug holds a Bachelor's degree in Business from Bethel University and has built a career spanning more than three decades of progressive leadership across the convenience store and quick service restaurant industries.

Doug began his career with PepsiCo's Food Division (Kentucky Fried Chicken, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell) as an Assistant Store Manager, advancing through roles in Director of Home Delivery, District Management, Market Management, and Corporate Acquisitions. He then spent 11 years with Martin & Bayley, Inc. (Huck's Convenience Stores), rising from District Manager to Vice President of Operations. He subsequently served as Regional Vice President at Valvoline Instant Oil Change before assuming his current role.

Today, Doug serves as President and CEO of Weigel's Stores Inc., overseeing 89 convenience stores, a dairy, and a commissary across the Southeast. Under his leadership, Weigel's continues to build on its legacy of quality and community connection.

Doug is deeply committed to community and industry service. He is a current member of the AMBEST Board of Directors and the NACS Board of Directors. He previously served on his local school board, including a term as School Board Chairman.