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Stores) and the National Retail Federation Big Show, which
brings together retail technology innovators, industry
experts, brands and retailers. These shows adjacent to the
industry put cutting-edge technology on display, much of
which could be applicable to the vending space.
MOVING FORWARD
Louis has a grand vision for the future of Executive
Refreshments. He views the ever-evolving family
business as an all-encompassing unattended retail
company and is working to grab space in any market
where the model can be applied. As the cost of goods and
labor skyrockets, Louis sees the demand for unattended
retail burgeoning.
Executive Refreshments is looking to move past its
traditional customer base of offices and warehouses. Its
visionary leaders see opportunities for micro markets in
apartments, universities and hospitals, where the biggest
challenge is security. They are constantly researching
Warehouse pro Obuke prekits orders to streamline deliveries
for Executive Refreshments' seven routes.
advanced technological solutions to make these markets
less vulnerable to pilferage in public sites.
Looking at the next 20 years on the horizon, Lou will
continue to do what he has always done: find what the
customer wants, and find a way to provide it. " Whenever
we go into a location, I'll sell anything. You want this? Why
not? We can find it. " ■
Marketplace
Inquiries to Tami Morrell: Phone: 708-917-1786 Email: tmorrell@endeavorb2b.com
ALABAMA BAG
CO., INC.
Jo Ann Lichtman
Manufacturer's Representative
for Vending, OCS and
Micro-Market Products
2019 Forest Creek
Libertyville, Illinois 60048
(847) 680-4790 * 800-801-7453
(847) 680-4796 FAX
Email: joann@
lichtmanandassociates.com
VENDTRONICS, INC.
Memphis, Tn
(901)365-5400
SERVICE & REPAIR
QUALITY MONEY BAGS SINCE 1908
www.alabamabag.com
P. O. BOX 576
TOLL FREE
FAX: 256-362-1801
TALLADEGA, ALABAMA 35161
1-800-888-4921
2304AUTM_Alabama Bag.indd 1
SELLING?
vendtronicsinc@yahoo.com
RELIABLE VENDING
Contact Mike@VMACsolutions.com or 713-569-6463
2020
All conversations
are confidential!
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3/23/23 1:11 PM
Mike Ferguson - VMAC Solutions has over 32+ years' Vending
& OCS industry experience, an ex-operator turned intermediary
business broker. I speak fluent Vending and Office Coffee.
http://www.alabamabag.com
http://www.VendingMarketWatch.com
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
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April 2023 - Industry News
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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 - Going the extra mile
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