CrossAmerica Names CFO Maura Topper as New CEO Amid Leadership Transition
Event summary
- Maura Topper, CFO of CrossAmerica GP LLC, appointed as President and CEO effective March 2, 2026.
- Charles Nifong steps down after six years as President and CEO, moving to Dunne Manning Holdings LLC.
- Topper succeeds Nifong, who led CrossAmerica’s strategic pivot back into retail operations and completed several large transactions.
- Jonathan E. Benfield appointed Interim CFO of the General Partner.
The big picture
CrossAmerica’s leadership transition comes amid a strategic shift back into retail operations and a series of large transactions. The move reflects broader industry trends toward consolidation and vertical integration in the wholesale fuels and convenience store sectors. With a footprint covering 34 states and relationships with major oil brands, CrossAmerica’s governance shift could signal a new phase of growth or operational challenges.
What we're watching
- Strategic Continuity
- How Maura Topper will maintain CrossAmerica’s strategic pivot into retail operations and asset optimization initiatives.
- Leadership Impact
- Whether Charles Nifong’s move to Dunne Manning Holdings LLC will influence CrossAmerica’s future direction.
- Operational Execution
- The pace at which CrossAmerica can sustain its growth trajectory under new leadership.