Heinz to set up London automat for National Picnic Week

May 29, 2026

Heinz is launching a temporary sandwich vending concept in London's Soho district to mark National Picnic Week, offering freshly made sandwiches for the…

Las Vegas airport preps for World Cup with limited-time vending machines

May 26, 2026

With the FIFA World Cup just weeks away, travelers passing through Harry Reid International Airport can now find special World Cup-themed vending machines…

From restaurant grind to fresh vending finds

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

After years of operating a restaurant, Baltimore resident Jason Hrisanthacopoulos decided to leave behind the long hours and operational pressures of…

NAMA recognizes industry contributors

April 3, 2026

The National Automatic Merchandising Association has announced the recipients of its 2026 Industry Awards, recognizing individuals and companies that have made…

BreaktimeTV Appoints Former Five Star CRO Greg McCall to Advisory Board

After helping grow Five Star Breaktime Solutions into one of the nation's leading convenience services operators, industry veteran Greg McCall joins…

Winery installs art vending machine to enhance visitor experience

February 26, 2026

Presqu'ile Winery, in California's Santa Maria Valley, has expanded its art programming by installing an Inciardi Mini Print Vending Machine in its tasting…

World Giving vending machine arrives in Washington State

December 3, 2025

A World Giving Machine, a vending machine providing opportunities for service and helping others, has returned to the Alderwood in Lynnwood, in Everett…

10 reasons to attend ARKI 2025 in Tampa

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Formerly known as the Self-Service Innovation Summit, ARKI brings together operators, brands and technology leaders for three days of learning, networking and…

PepsiCo launches first Global Farmer Awards recognizing agricultural leadership

October 17, 2025

PepsiCo has launched its first Global Farmer Awards, honoring farmers, families and advisors from across its global supply chain for achievements in…

PepsiCo names Steve Schmitt as chief financial officer

October 10, 2025

PepsiCo has appointed Steve Schmitt as executive vice president and chief financial officer effective Nov. 10, succeeding Jamie Caulfield, who will retire next…

Shaquille O’Neal celebrates Shaq-A-Licious ride, candy launch in Hershey

October 8, 2025

Shaquille O'Neal brought his Shaq-A-Licious brand to Hershey this week, surprising students at Milton Hershey School and visiting Hersheypark to celebrate the…

Food Express appoints Matt Kilpatrick as president to lead growth

September 12, 2025

Food Express, a provider of breakroom services has appointed Matt Kilpatrick as its next President, according to a press release. The company, an operating…

Coke Florida announces region general managers as part of Next 10 Strategy

September 11, 2025

Coca-Cola Beverages Florida LLC has appointed four region general managers to lead its newly established operating regions, a move the company says is a key…

United Food Group names Russ Law as sales manager

September 5, 2025

United Food Group has appointed Russ Law as its next sales manager, according to a press release. Effective immediately, Law will be responsible for sales…

Labor Forecasting 2.0: Predicting Future Demand and Staffing for Efficient Growth with AI

Labor is your most significant controllable cost—but leveraging labor as a growth driver is more complex than ever. Enter labor forecasting 2.0: an AI-driven…

Betson Enterprises execs inducted into AAMA Amusement Industry Hall of Fame

March 25, 2025

Bob Geschine, President of Betson Enterprises, and Peter Betti, former Chairman and CEO, have been inducted into the 2025 AAMA Amusement Industry Hall of Fame…

Hershey Company appoints Tiffany Menyhart as chief customer officer

March 7, 2025

The Hershey Company has appointed Tiffany Menyhart as Chief Customer Officer, effective March 17, 2025, according to a press release. Menyhart brings 30 years…

Revolutionizing Kiosk Maintenance: Setting the Standard for Being Successful in the Kiosk Industry!

Discover market disrupting leadership driving the kiosk service and support industry, equip your business with the critical armor for service success, and…

Sodexo names Michael Svagdis CEO of campus, government services

February 12, 2025

Sodexo North America has appointed Michael Svagdis as CEO of campus and government services, U.S., effective Feb. 17, 2025, according to a press release.

NAMA unveils leadership transition plan

January 23, 2025

The National Automatic Merchandising Association unveiled a plan for the succession of its president and CEO, Carla Balakgie. Balakgie, who joined NAMA in…