NCASEF

The National Coalition of Associations of 7-Eleven Franchisees (NCASEF) is an independent national trade association representing 7-Eleven franchisees across the United States. Founded in 1973 by six franchisees, the organization has grown to encompass 40 regional Franchise Owners Associations (FOAs) operating in more than 30 states where 7-Eleven conducts business. Each regional FOA represents between 35 and 400 individual 7-Eleven franchisee members, making NCASEF one of the most significant franchisee advocacy bodies in the convenience retail sector. The organization's primary mission is to represent the collective interests of franchisees to all relevant parties, including corporate management and vendor partners, while also providing a structured forum for the exchange of information and best practices among its members. Governance is conducted through a National Board of Directors, to which each FOA sends two representatives — a president and a vice president — four times per year, ensuring regional voices have representation at the national level. Funding is derived from member dues paid to local associations, a portion of which supports National Coalition activities. NCASEF maintains an extensive network of Affiliate Vendor Partners, with over 130 companies listed for 2026. These partners span a broad range of CPG categories relevant to convenience retail, including beverages (Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Red Bull, Keurig Dr Pepper, AriZona Beverages, Liquid Death, Olipop), snacks and confectionery (Hershey, Mondelez, Mars Snacking-Kellanova, Ferrero, Utz, Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds), bakery (Bimbo Bakeries, Flowers Bakeries), tobacco and alternative products (Altria, RJ Reynolds, ITG Brands, Swisher International, JUUL Labs), alcohol (Anheuser-Busch, Molson Coors, Diageo, Constellation Brands), frozen treats (Dippin Dots, Mini Melts, Blue Bunny), and health and wellness products (Chobani, Fairlife, BodyArmor, Celsius, Nutrabolt). The vendor partner roster also includes distribution and logistics companies (McLane Company, Core-Mark), technology and business services providers, and foodservice brands. This breadth of vendor relationships reflects the organization's centrality to the convenience store supply chain and its value as a conduit between CPG suppliers and thousands of independently operated 7-Eleven locations nationwide. NCASEF serves as a critical industry liaison, enabling CPG manufacturers and distributors to engage with franchisee operators at scale.