Why APlus?

Experience & History

Over 25 years of experience with 850 franchised and company operated stores, having served millions of customers.

Proven Business Model

Our innovative business model provides a consistent set of standards and practices coupled with the latest technology to ensure efficient operation of your store. High quality POP and traffic driving promotions, plus store design lay-outs and plan-o-grams that are supported by extensive research and industry specific data are just some of the benefits you’ll enjoy as an APlus Franchisee.

The Store

Shoppers find what they need in a snap! APlus stores welcome customers with spaciousness, cleanliness and ease. A large assortment of name brand merchandise is specifically positioned on the sales floor and in the cooler. Fresh food offerings cater to regional and national tastes. Well developed store design and layout contribute to an easy-to-navigate store, making it a snap for customers to find what they want and easily get in and out and on with their day.

Comprehensive Training and Support

APlus supports your business efforts and makes every attempt to provide you with the advice you need on operational questions and challenges. Through qualified Marketing Managers and operations teams, Sunoco's goal is to provide each APlus Franchisee with the guidance and business consultation necessary to develop your business and maximize operating efficiencies.

Power Branding

Our distinctive brands set us apart from the competition. Sunoco is a well respected industry leader. By combining Sunoco and APlus, two broadly recognized brands that consumers know and trust, you'll have the tools to help build a foundation for success.

Quality Marketing Programs

• NASCAR exclusive convenience store relationship
• Industry exclusive promotions
• Proprietary brands
• Distinctive store image
• High quality sign package

Support Overview

• Marketing and advertising support
• Marketing research
• Specialized training systems
• Franchise consultants
• Building and décor specifications
• Sales planning
• Accounting and financial management assistance
• Feedback on your store’s performance
• Advice on product mix

Field Support APlus franchisees have access to a full team of knowledgeable experts whose primarily goal is to facilitate the franchisees’ operation and management of APlus stores. Area Marketing Managers and Regional Sales Managers are available to support franchises and help grow the brand, while Marketing Development Specialists may in some cases assist with real estate and site evaluation, site maps and construction designs. For general business consulting support, APlus franchisees consult with the APlus Franchise Marketing Manager and Regional Sales Manager, who are available to answer the franchisees’ general operations and retail questions and to provide feedback and practical solutions. With corporate roots form in the early 1970’s as another successful convenience store chain, we offer a proud history of continued growth and a wealth of knowledge to assist our franchisees.

Comprehensive Training and Support APlus supports your business efforts and provides advice on your operational questions and challenges. While the Franchise Operations team assists you in keeping your business running 24/7, the Marketing Managers provide guidance and business consultation to help maximize revenue and operating efficiencies at your APlus location. Additional products and services offered by APlus include:

• Top selling, national brand snack foods, beverages, and cigarettes.
• Hot and cold eat on the go foods.
• Proprietary brands including:
  • Gulliver’s Coffee
  • Chill Express Fountain Drinks.
  • Silver Eagles Cigarettes
• Coffee varietals and Cappuccinos – many only available at APlus
• ATM services
• Money Orders
• Lottery
• Pre-Paid wireless, wireless re-fills, and Master Card gift cards
• Propane tank exchange