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Tune in to The Vending & OCS Nation podcast, hosted by Bob Tullio, produced by Endeavor Business Media! On each episode we will dive into the people, trends, issues and products pertaining to vending, coffee service, micro markets, and pantry service – designed to make an operator’s business more profitable.
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We know that attending a church service for the first time can be a super scary thing... Being unsure of what the dress, culture, or even when to stand up and sit down can be a weirdly paralyzing thought! At First Church of God, you can expect friendly and authentic people, engaging and relevant music and worship, compelling preaching from the Bible, and an opportunity to encounter God. You will be encouraged and maybe even challenged. We invite you to come as you are to be welcomed into our ...
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Circle for Self Healing Podcast: Meditation | Spirituality | Inspiration
Cecilia Kinzie: Meditation Teacher and Intuitive Healer
The Circle for Self Healing Meditation and Spirituality Podcast is dedicated to anyone who is on a journey of self exploration and self healing. In the Circle for Self Healing podcast I’m going to discuss spiritual concepts as an open free flowing sharing of ideas. I will also teach energetic tools, affirmations, and heart centered meditation for self healing. My intention is that these podcasts serve as spiritual nourishment and inspiration for the sensitive and intuitive soul! Please feel ...
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Welcome to the Balancing Wellness podcast!! Hosted by Ashley and Yuri Barber, co-owners of Vegan Strong And Fit and certified fitness, nutrition and wellness experts. This show was created to show you that regardless of where you are in your journey you deserve balance. Each week we we will be here to inspire, educate, and motivate you both mentally and physically! We are here to encourage you to remain grounded and balanced in all aspects of life. Balanced Being is only the beginning. Follo ...
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Welcome to the BriteVibe podcast, where we bring you insights, stories, and strategies from successful entrepreneurs and business leaders who have made their mark in the industry. Our aim is to empower you with the knowledge, skills, and mindset to achieve your entrepreneurial dreams and build a thriving business and life. In each episode, our expert guests share their experiences, challenges, and successes in the world of entrepreneurship. From developing a winning business idea to building ...
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Dean Prather Part II – The investments that define his approach to doing business
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As co-owner of Quality Vending & Coffee, Dean Prather is a hard-working operator with 34 years in the business. His invention, Q-Tote, is having an impact on the micro market industry. Dave Marler of Lightspeed calls it a “game changer.” Beyond his work, he is driven by giving back in several directions. In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s …
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Coffee service will never be the same…but now is the time to pour on the OCS sales effort
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Since the NAMA Show in May, while some operators are discouraged and turning away from coffee service, Bob Tullio has been beating the same drum, urging coffee service operators to ramp up their sales efforts. In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation, the podcast for the convenience services industry, Tullio looks at the ups…
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Holiday House Distributing – Making an impact as a supplier and a supporter of the industry for over 30 years
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In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation, the podcast for the convenience services industry, host Bob Tullio sat down with Holiday House co-founders Butch and Lynn Winkler, partners for 48 in marriage and business, Barbara Russell, the vice president of sales and marketing for the company. You won’t believe what Barbara’s ro…
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Quality Vending & Coffee – Part I – Dean Prather talks about the journey and strategies that work
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Dean Prather's story at Quality Vending & Coffee in Kansas City, might remind you of Jon Holden's story at All Star Services in Michigan. Proof that son-in-laws can be a great hire! In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation podcast, Prather takes host Bob Tullio on a company tour of Quality Vending & Coffee, a company that ha…
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Born on a college campus, Gimme celebrates 10 years as an industry innovator
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More than ever before, technology is being associated with vending and micro markets. For many, it seems to have all happened overnight, right after the pandemic. In reality, pioneers like Evan Jarecki have been at it for a decade. Today’s episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation, the podcast for the convenience services industry, f…
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With so much to offer, “ACE in Space” is drawing interest from well beyond the Atlantic coast region
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There are plenty of reasons why the Atlantic Coast Exposition — often known as ACE — has emerged as more than just a regional event. It attracts attendees from beyond their core states of North Carolina, Virginia and South Carolina. In partnership with the Atlantic Coast Exposition, today’s episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation p…
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What operators can learn from Angel Salvador - realtor to the stars
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Every now and again, Bob Tullio, the host of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation podcast, steps out of the convenience services industry and talks to people who sell something else for a living to see if he can learn anything new about sales. In this episode, Tullio talks to Angel Salvador, a Beverly Hills real estate professional who has…
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The industry is tuned in to Orrin Huebner - a legendary operator and now a leading consultant
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As an operator, Orrin Huebner has worked for an independent company, started and sold two of his own, and managed a large branch for an industry giant. This wealth of experience has made him a sought-after consultant. In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation, the podcast for the convenience services industry, host Bob Tullio…
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As he celebrates Newco’s 50-year run, industry legend Joe Webster is still going strong
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1974 was quite a year. United States President Richard Nixon resigned following the Watergate scandal, Muhammad Ali and George Foreman fought for the heavyweight title, disco was becoming very popular, and a young man named Joe Webster started Newco Enterprises, a game changing event for many OCS operators. In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser…
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A Michigan product himself, Jon Holden is creating customer loyalty and strong support for local brands
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Jon Holden loves being an operator. He is grateful for the people he works with, the clients he serves and the job that he gets to perform every day. In this episode Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation – the podcast for the convenience services industry, host Bob Tullio talks to Jon Holden of All Star Services in Michigan, in a podcast th…
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New operators, new technology, new products and a new attitude. NAMA Show 2024 - Part 2
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There is growing interest in the convenience services industry by newcomers – entrepreneurs who aspire to be operators. These newbies were seeking solutions at the 2024 NAMA Show while experienced operators found plenty of things to be impressed about. In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation Podcast, host Bob Tullio explore…
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Operator interviews - Did you feel the vibe at the 2024 NAMA Show?
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Just about everyone who attended the event agreed that the 2024 NAMA Show in Dallas was the biggest gathering our industry has seen in a long time, if not the biggest ever. Beyond the expansive convention floor and large crowds, there was an unmistakable vibe – a clear change of direction, pointing to positive days ahead. In this episode of Automat…
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Louis Baresh is feeling lucky, betting on the success of his company and convenience services
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With the NAMA Show landing in Dallas, Texas this year, Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation Podcast host Bob Tullio thought this would be a good time to explore the journey of a Dallas operator, Louis Baresh of Executive Refreshment. Tullio says the first time he met Louis Baresh, he knew Baresh was on his way to being a bright star in the…
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After 10 years and 10,000 markets, Steve Orlando and his team are still developing innovative solutions
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Fixturelite, based in Phoenix, Arizona, has been the industry’s leading supplier of micro market retail displays, equipment and design tools for ten years. But they didn’t start out that way. Steve Orlando and Troy Geis were successful operators who discovered the micro market business early on and realized that this new solution was going to be bi…
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An exclusive, sneak preview of the 2024 NAMA Show in Dallas
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The 2024 NAMA Show in Dallas is just a few weeks away and from all indications, it will be one of the biggest gatherings the convenience services industry has ever seen. On this episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation Podcast, in partnership with NAMA, it’s all about the NAMA Show in Dallas – May 7th through May 9th. Podcast host B…
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The Kim Miros success formula: Dedication to her clients, her employees and the community
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Kim Miros doesn’t think much about being a successful female business owner. What she is truly proud of is where her business is now – capable of providing for herself, her employees and their families. Talking about it brings a tear to her eye. This new episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation, Bob Tullio focuses on the journey of …
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Discovering Authenticity | Carley Weissert
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Carley Weissert is a beacon of light in the realm of empowerment coaching, dedicated to guiding women back to their authentic selves and crafting lives filled with uncontainable joy and fulfillment. Carley employs a rich tapestry of methodologies in her coaching, from inner child work to somatic emotional release, all while infusing her sessions wi…
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Chasing the American dream – An inside look at the world of small operators
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A recent Wall Street Journal article points to vending as a strong investment trend of the 2020’s. Reports on social media portraying the vending business as easy money are drawing entrepreneurs toward the vending business. Can they be successful competing against established operators? This edition of Automatic Merchandiser's Vending & OCS Nation …
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Hypnotherapy for Business Success | Addison Bowen
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Addison Bowen is a pioneering Certified Hypnotherapist (C.HT) and a dynamic Business Mentor whose innovative approach has catapulted both her and her clients to remarkable success. In her first year of coaching alone, Addison achieved an impressive revenue of over $150,000, with projections to double that in her second year. She has a proven track …
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Linda Saldana Part II –Strategies, insights, plans and what keeps her up at night
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For Linda Saldana, the co-founder of Seventh Wave Refreshments in Atlanta, there is plenty of joy to go around. That's why Vending & OCS Nation host Bob Tullio decided to tell her story in two parts. In our first podcast episode this month, we focused on Linda's journey. That episode was entitled, “To deliver joy, Linda Saldana brings faith, passio…
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Embracing Abundance in Business | Alison Reeves
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Alison Reeve’s business is to help people make more money, but her mission is to help people love their lives. Blogging since 2011, and business coaching since 2017, Alison Reeves helps companies scale their income by combining strategic business consulting with mindset restoration. Before becoming a full time consultant, she managed teams for seve…
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Expert advice - How storytelling can supercharge your communication with clients and prospects
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Storytelling is a powerful way to communicate with people - personally and in business. Knowing the fundamentals and understanding certain key strategies can make the difference when using storytelling to help clients and prospects make the right choices. In our last episode, featuring Linda Saldana of Seventh Wave Refreshments, she made reference …
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Guided Journaling for Mental Health | Shawnti Refuge
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Shawnti Refuge is a Certified Mental Health Coach, Mental Health Advocate, Keynote Speaker, & Author who supports women over the age of 30 to release, heal & live their best lives with guided journaling. This episode is an invitation to anyone looking to better understand their mental health, seeking methods to cope with life's stresses, or curious…
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Navigating Mid-Career Burnout with Strength-Based Coaching | Sheri Miter
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As a visionary strategist and Gallup-certified CliftonStrengths coach, Sheri Miter is passionate about helping others discover and leverage their natural talents to design their ideal life. With an entrepreneurial spirit driving her, Sheri successfully utilized her strengths to build a flourishing 26-year career in a network marketing company, lead…
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To deliver “joy,” Linda Saldana brings faith, passion and energy to her work
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Chances are, if you are in the convenience services business, you have heard the name, Linda Saldana. In 2023, Automatic Merchandiser named her as one of the "Most Influential Women in Convenience Services." In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation, host Bob Tullio sat down with Linda Saldana to talk about her professional a…
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Revolutionizing Business Sustainability | Tabitha Scott
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With multiple degrees and professional as well as holistic certifications, Tabitha Scott is a business futurist who guides organizations through rapid change to boost growth, sustainability, and adaptability. Her role on the Forbes Business Council in 2023 and her authorship of the Nautilus Award-winning and bestselling book, Trust Your Animal Inst…
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View from the big apple – a conversation with industry veteran Jim Evans
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A family business can change dramatically from one generation to the next. That’s exactly what happened after Jim Evans joined Evans Quality Coffee. He followed societal shifts to move the company from industrial/mobile catering to vending and coffee. On this episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation, host Bob Tullio gives you a view…
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How to Overcome Limiting Beliefs | Vahan Yepremyan and Shelly Lefkoe
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An accomplished business attorney, speaker, author, and entrepreneur, Vahan Yepremyan is the founder of Yepremyan Law Firm. For over two decades, his firm has been a trusted legal and strategic business adviser to a diverse client base from over 20 countries, ranging from start-ups to multi-billion dollar projects. Vahan's passion extends beyond hi…
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An "outhouse to penthouse" story from a supplier who says operators are paying too much
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Bob Tullio, the host of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation, is the first to admit that he loves telling his listeners a good success story, whether it is the story of an operator or supplier who has something special to offer. In this episode, we explore the journey of an entrepreneur who is a bit of a disrupter. Now in his early 30’s, J…
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Shamanic Insights into Authentic Leadership | IssaMary Blanco
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On the Shamanic path with over 10 years of plant medicine experience, IssaMary Blanco is an Energy Healer, qualified as a Usui Reiki Master, Lightarian Reiki Master, and Quantum Healing Master. Discover how ancient practices can revolutionize modern businesses and personal growth as IssaMary shares her unparalleled insights into the energetic dynam…
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Unlocking the Power of Mindset Mastery | Mindi Huebner
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Mindi Huebner is an intuitive mindset mastery coach for high-achievers. Mindi blends science and woo to help you reprogram your subconscious so you can quit the overthinking, overworking, and sneaky cycle of self-sabotage that keeps you from growing and scaling your business in a way that serves you first. Mindi joins the BriteVibe podcast to dive …
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Jennifer Fox - Part II - A story of personal healing and some clear opinions on what operators must do to succeed
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In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser's Vending & OCS Nation podcast, host Bob Tullio explores two sides of Jennifer Fox, owner of Fox Vending in the Chicago area. It's about overcoming personal challenges and doing what it takes to succeed in business. You will hear the dramatic story of Dragonolia and Herren project, all driven by the loss of…
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Jem Fuller | Mastering the Art of Conscious Communication
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Jem Fuller has lived a colorful life around the world, from barefoot backpacker to corporate leader, fire dancer and tattooist to kindergarten teacher and healer, and much more in between. He is a dedicated partner and father, leadership coach, and retreat facilitator, and can be seen delivering his TEDx talk on YouTube. Join this enlightening jour…
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Chester Elton | Gratitude as a Force for Change
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Chester Elton is a #1 New York Times Bestselling Business Author, Organizational Culture, Employee Engagement and Leadership Expert. One of today’s most influential voices in workplace trends, Elton has spent two decades helping clients engage their employees to execute on strategy, vision, and values. Get ready to embark on an inspiring journey as…
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Jennifer Fox’s courageous approach to navigating the changing Chicago business climate
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In 2023, Automatic Merchandiser recognized Jennifer Fox, president of Fox Vending in the Chicago area, as one of the industry’s most influential women. In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser's Vending & OCS Nation podcast, host Bob Tullio talks to Fox about her journey and her courageous approach to doing business. Jennifer Fox’s story will be t…
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Matt Parfitt | Pioneering Supportive Employment with Grace Enterprises
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Matt is a seasoned entrepreneur, having given up his teaching career in 2007 to follow the call of being a ‘Godly employer'. He has a vision for seeing the church re-enter the world of business, creating opportunities and resources for the kingdom. Matt has now started 3 social enterprises: Radiant Cleaners, Jubilee Events and Half the Story, each …
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Serious ROI - Here is a low cost strategy to increase micro market sales by 10% to 20%
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How often do you think about lighting? In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser's Vending & OCS Nation podcast, host Bob Tullio talks to some leading micro market consultants and to Cam Cloeter, the founder of Lighting for Impact, a company that is literally dominating the retail lighting market from coast to coast. Based on the data presented by …
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Cari Jacobs-Crovetto | How Leaders Can Thrive by Slowing Down
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Cari Jacobs-Crovetto is an executive coach and advisor specializing in leadership development. She built a career at ad agencies in the 90s, working with prominent brands like Levi’s, P&G, and Lexus. She then moved into the entertainment industry with NBC and CBS and contributed to Bay Area startups, including Sunrun and ModCloth. In the early 2000…
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