April 2023 - 10

OCS UPDATE
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How to succeed at NAMA 2023:
Business and culinary
advice from the experts
By Bob Tullio, Contributing Editor
THE ADVICE IN THIS COLUMN CAN BE QUITE USEFUL
- whether you're reading this prior to heading to Atlanta
or you're at the show itself - I've provided some valuable
food for thought. And, speaking of food, I also asked a few
Atlanta industry peeps for their best advice on what not to
miss and where to eat in Atlanta. That second part, where
to eat, was totally an act of selfishness.
GUARANTEED SUCCESS - CHECK OUT THE
VENDING & OCS NATION PODCASTS
One more important note: I am also sharing two bits of
personal advice - in Automatic Merchandiser's Vending &
OCS Nation podcasts - that will guarantee operator success
at the 2023 NAMA Show. I know this advice works, because
for years, it worked for me. You can learn more by tuning in
10 Automatic Merchandiser * April 2023
to the April podcast episodes at www.vendingmarketwatch.
com/podcasts/VendingOCSNation. It is worth a listen.
For now, consider what some industry leaders suggest
to help operators make the most of the 2023 NAMA Show,
as well as dining suggestions from those in the Atlanta
area (this article will make you hungry).
Arthur Siller, SVP of operations and business
development at Evergreen Refreshments,
Seattle area:
" I think it's important to sit down ahead of time and look
at a few things. Who is showing on the floor, what education
sessions are happening and then which ones do you feel
matter most to your company? I would bring people from
different departments in your organization. You get those

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April 2023

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of April 2023

Editor’s Note
Industry News
How to succeed at NAMA 2023
2023 LEADERS OF THE PACK
Going the extra mile
Is pantry service still your golden goose?
YES, WE CAN!
Social Hubs
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April 2023 - Editor’s Note
April 2023 - 7
April 2023 - Industry News
April 2023 - 9
April 2023 - How to succeed at NAMA 2023
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April 2023 - 2023 LEADERS OF THE PACK
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April 2023 - 25
April 2023 - Going the extra mile
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April 2023 - Is pantry service still your golden goose?
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April 2023 - YES, WE CAN!
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April 2023 - Social Hubs
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