More insights from Coffee, Tea and Water in Miami, and something that brought tears to Bob Tullio's eyes

This episode of Automatic Merchandiser’s Vending & OCS Nation podcast features more conversations and insights with industry leaders (some big names in the industry) from the Connection Hub at the CTW – NAMA’s Coffee, Tea and Water Show.

Three questions were asked:

• What is your takeaway from the CTW event?
• What do operators need to do to succeed in 2026?
• And a very timely question: As an operator or supplier, what are you thankful for this Thanksgiving?

This podcast features comments from:

• Kevin Brinton of Evergreen Refreshments
• Linda Saldana of Seventh Wave Refreshments
• Christine Johnson of The J.M. Smucker Co.
• Katelyn Davis of Seventh Wave Refreshments
• Ryan Stoulil of Alliant Coffee Solutions
• John Hickey of Tech 2 Success
• Patricia Cowan of Rainmaker Sales Support
• Brian Zakeski of Follett Products LLC
• Rick Dutkiewicz of National Coffee
• Kevin Alves of Keurig Dr Pepper
• Chris J. Taylor of Canteen

EPISODE BONUS: Podcast host Bob Tullio has not been this emotional since he ate at Mary Mac’s Tearoom during the NAMA Show in Atlanta – an unforgettable experience. In Miami, in between interviews, he discovered a compelling reason to return to Miami. Tune in to learn more, and be prepared to get hungry.