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C-Store Investments has earned a reputation for trust in the c-store / gas station brokerage and M&A space, thanks to our team's leadership. Their extensive experience and strong presence throughout New England ensure successful outcomes for our clients.

Since 1994 they have advised clients on:

  • Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Modify Purchasing and Sales Of C-Stores / Gas Stations
  • Valuations
  • Investment Opportunities
  • Divestiture
  • Market Research
  • Site Identification & Development
  • Succession Planning

With a growing demand for advisory and broker services Ken and Aaron began C-Store Investments.

Deeply rooted in the c-store / gas station industry, CSI boasts leadership recognized by industry giants like regional and multi-national oil companies, small and large store / gas station operators, lenders, and investors. This expertise positions us to unlock maximum value for your business.

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Mission

Our mission is to give outstanding service, and to treat every interaction with respect and integrity. Through our expertise and wisdom in establishing values, navigating the sale and due diligence process, and resolving problems, we strive to be a consultant that you are proud to work with.

Vision

By expanding our network and partnering with industry leaders, we ensure our clients have access to the best resources for successful c-store / gas station and M&A transactions in the Northeast, solidifying our reputation as the trusted advisor of choice for c-store / gas station brokerage.

Values

Honesty, integrity, knowledge, dependability.

A company that does the right thing in all matters (clients, employees, ethics), because it is the right thing.

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Ken Currier
Partner

Ken Currier has been advising convenience store operators for the past 30 years. He initially began as a real estate and business appraiser with Atlantic Valuation, a company he founded in 1994. He has provided thousands of appraisals to local and regional banks, oil companies, and property owners. He is a highly respected appraiser of retail petroleum properties in the New England market.

In 2000 Ken also began offering brokerage and advisory services to c-store owners seeking to sell their properties. Using his vast experience at analyzing stores,  Ken is able to provide sellers with a depth of expertise not found with other real estate brokers. Developing an effective marketing strategy and exposing your store in a confidential manner to well qualified buyers will shorten the marketing time and achieve maximum value for your property.

In 2020 Ken and Aaron Cutler merged their respective companies to create C-Store Investments. This partnership has proven to be the premier brokerage company of c-stores in New England.

Aaron Cutler
Partner

Aaron Cutler specializes in single-site operations and small gas station/convenience store chains. He has extensive first-hand knowledge of the industry. He understands all the facets of the operation and the unique challenges that store operators face.

Aaron has been in the gas station industry since 1993 as a wholesaler, retailer, station owner/operator, and broker.

He grew up pumping gas at his family’s gas stations in Quincy, MA. He entered the family business, a gasoline distributorship called Energy Retailers, after college. He managed the wholesale business for Energy Retailers, while also handling some aspects of the retail side of the company.

When his family sold the business to Sprague Energy in 2001, Aaron helped with the transition and started to focus on starting his own business, Petro Realty, a brokerage specializing in gas stations and convenience stores, which he opened in 2003.

Aaron rebuilt and operated a gas station in Hingham, MA, bringing it to a very successful level before selling it in 2006, to focus on Petro Realty. He ran Petro Realty successfully for 17 years before joining forces with Ken Currier to form C-Store Investments in 2020.

Aaron has a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Babson College.

Bobby Slater
Senior Associate

Bobby Slater graduated with a communications degree in 2005 and went on to work in sales and marketing across multiple industries.

In 2013 he joined Ken Currier and Atlantic Valuation Consultants, which is known as the go-to appraisal company for convenience stores/gas stations and car washes throughout the northeast.

As a commercial appraiser specializing in the appraisal of convenience stores/gas stations and car washes, Bobby has completed 600+ appraisals of these properties throughout New England. Through this process, he has come to understand both the successes and challenges operators face. Additionally, as a licensed real estate agent for over eleven years, Bobby combines his years of experience across multiple industries in assisting buyers and sellers of convenience stores and car washes as Senior Associate for C-Store Investments.

Dennis Dillon
Client Adviser

In 1975, Dennis got his start with a company known as Johnson & Dix, a small oil company in Ascutney, VT. First, he sold oil and heating equipment to customers. Before long, he was managing new branch companies that joined with Johnson & Dix along the way.

For the next 7 years, he worked for Gulf Oil. This was during the Kaneb tenure. He was a distributor representative covering eastern NY, VT, NH, and ME. Adding 14 new distributors during that time.

In 1998 he took the position of General Manager of Lampron Energy, a distributorship and heating oil company located in Gorham, ME. 2 stores grew to 8, while also supplying other individual sites in the greater Portland area. The company sold in 2008 to Nouria Energy. Dennis stayed on for a year during the transition.

Back in his home state of Vermont, he joined Irving Oil as a distributor representative. During his time with Irving, he added a variety of new Irving sites through new distributors. After some time, he was part of a team that developed new ground-up stores throughout New England.

Now he has joined up with C-Store Investments!

Lori Currier
Office Manager

Lori has been an integral part of our company since its inception in 2019, demonstrating unwavering commitment and dedication to her role. As a vital member of our team, she takes charge of managing both accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring the smooth and efficient flow of financial transactions. Her responsibilities extend beyond financial tasks, encompassing a range of general office duties, showcasing her versatility and capability to handle various administrative functions.

In her capacity as the go-to person for accounts payable, Lori meticulously oversees the payment of outstanding invoices, managing financial obligations with precision and attention to detail. Simultaneously, her role in accounts receivable involves efficiently tracking and collecting payments owed to the company, contributing significantly to our financial stability.

Lori’s commitment to excellence goes beyond her specific financial roles, as she also actively engages in general office tasks. Whether it’s managing correspondence, organizing schedules, or supporting various administrative needs, Lori has proven to be a reliable and multifaceted team member.