Supplier & Operator Categories

Open to operators and suppliers who demonstrate a clear commitment to the future through the implementation of sustainable, environmental, community and/or charitable initiatives.

This award goes to a young professional, or a candidate who is new to the industry. The nominee will have had a significant and invaluable impact on their employer’s business by exceeding targets or customer recognition and will have established him or herself as an important team member. Please supply a short write up in support of the nomination.

This category is for any TEAM in the vending industry currently doing business in the UK. The Customer Service Award is aimed specifically at ‘frontline’ staff – those people that deal with customers on site or on the telephone. It is aimed at those teams who pull together to problem-solve and give the customer the best possible experience of their company’s services.

This category is open to any supplier or operator that is supporting the vending industry by increasing the visibility of its service provision online, in addition to fast and efficient online services.

This category is open to any vending business or partnership that has delivered an innovative project, development or service that is not eligible for any other category. Businesses can enter either individually or collaboratively where more than one company has joined forces on an important vending project. This award is open to both operators and suppliers.

This award goes to the businesswoman who has gained industry-wide respect for her work in a vending operator role. Nominees will display strong leadership qualities, be known to advocate for the industry, hold strong business principles and contribute to the raising of standards. Please supply a short write up in support of the nomination.

This award goes to the businesswoman who has gained industry-wide respect for her work in a vending supplier role. Nominees will display strong leadership qualities, be known to advocate for the industry, hold strong business principles and contribute to the raising of standards. Please supply a short write up in support of the nomination.

Nominations are called for for the Vending Hero Award which is presented to an industry innovator with at least 10 years of service to the vending industry. The Vending Hero is passionate about vending, goes above and beyond for the sake of the industry, and is always willing to educate others and help them succeed. The award is open to operators, manufacturers, suppliers and distributors.