"Speaker Recruitment: NAMA Show slated for 2026"
The National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) is accepting speaker proposals for The NAMA Show 2026, a premier event in the convenience services industry. The event, scheduled to take place from April 22-24, 2026, in Los Angeles, is seeking experts who are solving real challenges, transforming operations, or pushing the boundaries of unattended retail and self-service.
Who can apply?
NAMA is looking for operators, suppliers, tech innovators, recognized experts, healthcare professionals, hospitality professionals, higher education professionals, retail professionals, brand leaders, marketers, and strong communicators. If you are achieving breakthrough results in vending, micro markets, pantry, or office coffee service (OCS), reshaping the self-service experience, articulating the roadmap to success, integrating unattended solutions, creating consumer-first experiences, or providing valuable guidance on operational fundamentals, you are encouraged to apply.
What are the benefits?
Presenting at The NAMA Show 2026 offers several benefits. You will gain visibility as an expert before a large audience of over 5,200 professionals including operations directors, sales and marketing professionals, technology specialists, and business owners in unattended retail and convenience sectors like vending, micro markets, and coffee/pantry services.
You will also have the opportunity to build connections with decision-makers actively investing in solutions and growth strategies. By sharing your real-world experience, innovative insights, and emerging approaches, you can impact the industry's future.
How to apply?
To apply, visit the NAMA Show website and submit your speaker proposal by September 16, 2025. Selected speakers will be notified by the end of November 2025.
About NAMA
NAMA represents the U.S. Convenience Services Industry, which contributes $40.04 billion to the U.S. economy. NAMA promotes and protects the industry's over 165,000 employees. The association also provides advocacy, education, and research for the industry.
For more information, contact Sandra Renderos at [email protected].
In the context of The NAMA Show 2026, experts from various fields such as finance, healthcare, hospitality, tech innovation, and retail are encouraged to apply if they have achieved breakthrough results in unattended retail or self-service and can articulate solutions, transform operations, or push the boundaries of the industry. Presenting at the event will provide visibility as an expert, build connections with decision-makers in the industry, and potentially impact the future of the convenience services industry.
