The prestigious industry awards for 2008 were presented at the National Expo Industry Awards Banquet in St. Louis on October 16, 2008. The deserving winners are (left to right):

Vending Allied Member of the Year
Paul Schindelar, NCE, Kraft Foods

Silver Coffee Service Operator of the Year
Tom Steuber, Associated Coffee

Industry Person of the Year
Greg Sidwell, NCE, G & J Marketing

Coffee Service Allied Member of the Year
Geoff Paul, Excelso Coffee Company

Golden Coin Operator of the Year
Marc Whitener, Refreshment Solutions