NAMA Show 2026: Products that create loyal daily customers for operators (Part 3)

About this episode

This episode covers innovative products showcased at the 2026 NAMA Show that enhance customer loyalty for convenience services operators.

While there were rave reviews and plenty of excitement surrounding all the new technology at the 2026 NAMA Show in Los Angeles, the beverages, snacks and legitimate dining options on display and available for tasting are always a big part of the show experience. In Part 3 of our coverage from the 2026 NAMA Show, Automatic Merchandiser & VendingMarketWatch’s Vending & OCS Nation Podcast host Bob Tullio walks the convention floor speaking with suppliers, innovators, operators, and emerging brands focused on helping convenience services operators build stronger customer loyalty through smarter product selection. This episode highlights: Protein-forward snacks and healthier options driving consumer demand Functional beverages and clean-label energy drinks Premium grab-and-go innovation Office coffee trends and new beverage formats Shelf-life solutions and operational efficiency Data-driven merchandising and product selection New product launches from major brands and emerging companies Key takeaways related to CPG products: Operators are increasingly focused on products that combine convenience, health, and strong margins. Protein continues to dominate snacking trends across…

People in this episode

Host: Bob Tullio

Topics covered

• customer loyalty
• product selection
• snacks
• beverages
• convenience services
• data-driven merchandising
• premiumization

Keywords

• protein snacks
• functional beverages
• clean-label energy drinks
• office coffee trends
• premium grab-and-go
• shelf-life solutions
• operational efficiency
• data-driven product selection

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Automatic Merchandiser, VendingMarketWatch

Places: Los Angeles

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