By KENNEDY GRIFFIN
(Gill, MA) The store operator at The Mill convenience store and gas station in Gill, Karen Timerblake, was awarded for above and beyond customer service. She was one of six stores honored by The New England Convenience Store and Energy Marketers Association (NECSEMA) this year.
NECSEMA Executive Director Peter Brennan said in a statement, “Our members are vital to local communities as they provide essential items such as food, gas, beverages and household items…We’ve seen clearly over the past couple years that convenience stores are essential businesses and provide invaluable services to local neighborhoods. I’m proud of all this years winners for providing service excellence, jobs and essential services and being exemplary community partners.”
NECSEMA is the largest organization of convenience stores and service stations in New England. It “represents and promotes the interests of the convenience store and transportation fuel industries across New England by providing its members with legislative and regulatory advocacy on key issues and valued services for all members, including resources, networking, training and educational programs.”