Automatic Merchandiser recognizes our 2024 Pros to Know Team Winners for vending, micro markets and office coffee services

This year marked the 11th time readers nominated individuals and teams whose accomplishments are moving the industry forward, and this esteemed award recognizes and celebrates their achievements.

Congratulations to the 2024 Automatic Merchandiser Pros to Know Award team winners, who have helped their companies excel in the vending, micro market and office coffee service industry. These teams have persevered through today’s changing business environment to elevate workplace refreshments and embrace new technology to promote future growth of the industry.

Naturals2Go

At Naturals2Go, the leadership team and the entire organization are committed to creating a future where accessible snacking and reliable business opportunities are seamlessly integrated into everyday life. The company has built a culture around relationships that resonate with its energy and aspirations, aiming to transform the unattended retail industry through innovative, modern vending and breakroom solutions.

This evolution is driven by its commitment to advocacy for the industry while caring deeply about people — its team, its customers and its industry partners. As proud National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) members, Naturals2Go actively engages in advocacy efforts. As a growing team of experts, the company is passionate about creating multiple avenues of success for other entrepreneurs.

Naturals2Go also empowers business owner-operators to collaborate with our advocacy. Together, they are building a future where convenience, health and opportunity intersect. The impact of the Naturals2Go team extends beyond its own business to improving lives, strengthening communities, and advancing the vending industry through grassroots initiatives, continued legislative engagement, and regional expansion throughout the United States and globally.

Advantage Refreshments

This award-winning team, comprised of Joey Narducci, Devin Rogers, Perry Narducci and Roy Gingrich has set new standards in vending machine installation and customer service.

The team's approach begins with Roy Gingrich, who expertly liaises with clients to understand their unique needs and prepare them for the installation process. Roy's clear communication ensures locations are primed for a smooth integration of new vending services.

Once on-site, the technical duo of Joey Narducci and Devin Rogers springs into action. Their combined expertise allows for efficient and precise machine installations, minimizing disruption to the client's operations. Joey's technical prowess complements Devin's leadership, ensuring each installation meets the highest standards of functionality and appearance.

Perry Narducci, as the operator, oversees the entire process, coordinating logistics and ensuring all machines are stocked with an optimized product selection tailored to each location's demographics and preferences.

The team's holistic approach extends beyond installation. They provide comprehensive training on machine operation and maintenance and establish clear lines of communication for ongoing support. Their technical acumen shines in troubleshooting and implementing cutting-edge vending technologies, including cashless payment systems and remote monitoring capabilities.

This cohesive unit's dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction has revolutionized the vending installation process, earning them well-deserved recognition as a "Team to Know" in the industry.

Pot O' Gold Coffee Service

Pot O’ Gold has been servicing the Greater Seattle area since 1986 and still prides itself on being a family-run and operated company. They are the epitome of a one-stop shop for the breakroom, where they offer coffee, water, pantry and kegerator equipment with quality products to go along with them. Pot O’ Gold has more than doubled its employee count since 2020 and is driven to keep growing its presence in the state where they were founded. Just this past year, Pot O’ Gold was honored to be recognized by the Puget Sound Business Journal as one of Washington’s Fastest Growing Private Companies in 2024, where they also ranked #3 for the Eastside. They were also one of the recipients of Seattle Business magazine's “Washington’s Best Companies to Work For” Awards in 2023.

Each of the Pot O’ Gold’s department heads works closely with each other and their staff to ensure they provide the quickest and best service in Washington.