CST Brands names new board member

San Antonio -- Stephen Smith, former co-CEO of the Toronto-based restaurant chain owner and operator Cara Operations Limited, has been elected to the CST Brands' board of directors. Smith's most recent experience was with Cara as co-CEO and, prior to that, CFO of Cara. Previously, Smith served for many years as an executive of Canadian grocer, Loblaw Companies Limited.

"We are thrilled to add an individual with Stephen's background to our board,” said Kim Bowers, chairman and CEO of CST Brands. With a significant portion of CST Brands' operations in Canada, Stephen's 25 years of experience in consumer service industries in Canada will be invaluable as we continue to grow our presence there."