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Vending & OCS Nation Podcast

Endeavor Business Media
Artificial Intelligence
NAMA Show
Mergers and Acquisitions
Vending
Vendvue
Automation
Due North
Storytelling
Forward Thinkers
Smart Coolers
Customer Service
AVS Companies
AI (artificial Intelligence)
CTW Miami
Coffee, Tea and Water CTW Event
Keurig
Water Filtration
Naturals2go
Corporate Coffee Systems
Holiday House Technician Training

Tune in to Vending & OCS Nation — the podcast for the convenience services industry — hosted by Bob Tullio, produced by Endeavor Business Media, a division of EndeavorB2B. On each episode, we dive into the people, trends, issues and products driving innovation in the vending, coffee service, micro markets, and pantry service industry. The takeaways from each episode will help make an operator’s bu... more

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In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser's Vending & OCS Nation, Bob Tullio sits down with communications strategist, author, and... more

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In Part 2 of his conversation with Josh Rosenberg of Forward Thinkers, Automatic Merchandiser & VendingMarketWatch's Vending & OCS Nation podcast host Bob Tullio begins the discussion with an in-depth look at the evolving mergers and acquisitions lan... more

In this episode of Automatic Merchandiser & VendingMarketWatch's Vending & OCS Nation, it’s the first installment of Bob Tullio’s powerful two-part conversation with Josh Rosenberg, the founder of Forward Thinkers, who delivers an unfiltered look at ... more

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Bill McCauley
Sales leader who helped roll out Keurig in the office market
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Josh Rosenberg
Founder of Forward Thinkers
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Episode: Josh Rosenberg on AI, growth strategy and the future of convenience services
Gary Arwin
Owner, Gator Refresh
Gator Refresh
Episode: From old combo machines to AI coolers: Gary Arwin's journey is a classic operator story
Marc Rosset
Founder of Professional Vending Consultants, Inc.
Professional Vending Consultants, Inc.
Episode: For Marc Rosset, M&A is about integrity, honesty, confidentiality and experience
Kinsley Torpin
Representative, Alliant Coffee Solutions
Alliant Coffee Solutions
Episode: NAMA Show 2026: Products that create loyal daily customers for operators (Part 3)
Larry Atnip
President, Atnip and Premier Broker Partners
Episode: NAMA Show 2026: Products that create loyal daily customers for operators (Part 3)
Maggie Eich
Nestlé Professional Solutions representative
Nestlé Professional Solutions
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Monte Farrar
Representative, Jack Link's Protein Snacks
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James Kolodziej
Representative, Wonderful Pistachios
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Bob Tullio
Host of the Vending & OCS Nation podcast. Longtime industry commentator and host with a focus on vending, OCS, and micro markets; leadership roles with Automatic Merchandiser/Endeavor Business Media.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Great Podcast

    Bob Tullio's podcast masterfully highlights the vibrant talent within the vending industry, sharing inspiring narratives that honor achievement and perseverance. Through compelling stories, it fosters a strong sense of camaraderie and encouragement, offering invaluable support to both newcomers and seasoned professionals alike. Thank you for such an enriching experience!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Nutterbutter1234
    United States2 years ago

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The host spotlights top vending talent and inspiring journeys.
Listeners praise practical operator insights and ROI-focused discussions.
Guests, suppliers, and operators feel like a collaborative community for professionals.

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This increasingly popular OCS show offers a ticket to success for operators, technicians and now, sales reps
Q: How will the new format benefit smaller operators compared to larger national companies?
The training consolidates diverse manufacturers and sessions in one place, reducing travel costs and time while giving smaller operators access to a wide range of equipment knowledge and hands-on practice.
This increasingly popular OCS show offers a ticket to success for operators, technicians and now, sales reps
Q: What inspired the shift to include a sales training component in the Holiday House program?
Barbara Russell discusses recognizing a gap where operators needed not only technical knowledge but also sales skills to monetize equipment and water systems, prompting the expansion to a sales-focused track.
In a New York state of mind - An interview with David Henchel
Q: How did the company pivot during COVID-19, and what was the timeline of that pivot?
When office closures hit, the company rapidly shifted to PPE sales, leveraging existing office-supply channels to source sanitizers and masks. This pivot lasted about 10 weeks before demand collapsed again as offices stayed closed, after which the focus returned to core coffee and break-room services.
In a New York state of mind - An interview with David Henchel
Q: What were the early drivers behind Corporate Coffee Systems' growth in the New York market?
The business expanded by embracing breadth—coffee, disposables, canned sodas, snacks—and pushing a diverse SKU mix tailored to New York showrooms and a dense client base. They also grew through acquisitions and a strong office-supply overlap that fed pantry-related opportunities.
Josh Rosenberg Part 2 - On business, leadership, loss and finding perspective
Q: How has the personal tragedy affected leadership and priorities?
Loss reframes priorities toward life and family; leadership now focuses on working smarter, ensuring family stability, and maintaining a balance so business decisions support long-term well-being rather than short-term gains.

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What is Vending & OCS Nation Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

- A forward-looking mix of operator-focused stories, technology trends, and product showcases drives this show. Common threads include AI-enabled hardware, cashless payments, VMS and platform integrations, and how operators expand services like micro markets, pantry, and OCS to boost profitability. The format often blends operator journeys, industry show floor coverage, and practical advice for growing revenue while managing margins in a rapidly evolving unattended retail space.

- Noteworthy facets include hands-on operator perspectives, deep dives into show floor innovations at Nama, and a recurring emphasis on partnerships and end-to-end solutions that simplify operations for busy operators. Listeners can expect actionable insights, real-... more

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1. Bill McCauley
2. Josh Rosenberg
3. Gary Arwin
4. Marc Rosset
5. Kinsley Torpin
6. Larry Atnip
7. Maggie Eich
8. Monte Farrar

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