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  • The Art of Winning Locations with Brandon Brooks

    From instant callbacks to same-day installs, the vending industry’s fastest closer shows how speed—and strategy—win the deal. Brandon Brooks calls vending machines “wall art” until they’re placed, stocked, and sold. It’s a throwaway line—until you realize he’s built a career on making sure they don’t stay art for long. Part closer, part coach, and 100% hunter, Brooks is the Texas-based “hired gun” that operators call when they need new locations, yesterday. “I spend an obscene amount of time [read more]

    Published On: December 17, 2025Categories: Operator StoriesTags:
  • McKee Foods Little Debbie Single Serve Strawberry Shortcake

    Little Debbie® Introduces New Twin-Wrapped Strawberry Shortcake Roll

    December 9, 2025

  • Why You Should Enter 2026 With Better Customer Service

    Why You Should Enter 2026 With Better Customer Service

    December 9, 2025

  • Kellanova Global Portfolio Image

    European Commission Approves Mars’ Acquisition of Kellanova

    December 8, 2025

  • Menu Order AI Logo

    MENU – ORDER AI Expands Globally with New Multilingual Capabilities

    December 8, 2025

  • Hormel Foods Corporation

    Hormel Foods Named to Fast Company’s 2025 Brands That Matter List

    December 5, 2025

  • International Delight and Paris Hilton Collaboration

    International Delight Partners with Paris Hilton on New Limited-Edition Coffee Creamers and Cold Foam

    December 5, 2025

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