Parker’s names convenience vet as VP of real estate

Savannah, Ga. - Bill Bishop has been named VP of real estate and development of convenience store chain Parker’s, a new position for the company. He will work with president and CEO Greg Parker on the company’s strategic real estate negotiations and acquisitions, citing research and permitting coordination with local officials.



He will work with President and CEO Greg Parker to implement a new strategic growth plan while handling all real estate and construction matters for new store development and acquisitions, and will also manage all asset management functions for the company’s existing portfolio.



From 2012 to the present, Bishop served as senior real estate manager for Thorntons Inc., a convenience store group. He was previously real estate acquisitions and development manager for Circle K Stores, from 2008 to 2012, and also served as VP of real estate for Prime Development Group from 2004 to 2008.