Industry Awards

NAMA Industry Awards

Honor those people who have truly made a difference in our Industry

The 2011 NAMA Industry Awards were presented during the NAMA OneShow on Thursday, April 28 at a special ceremony hosted by Michigan State University Basketball Coach Tom Izzo!

Coach Tom Izzo addresses the audience	Coach Izzo and the 2011 Industry Award Recipients

The NAMA Industry Awards are presented to individuals and their companies that best exemplify consistent support of the Vending and Coffee Service Industry. Candidates must be a NAMA member in good standing, exhibit a history of service to their communities and to the Vending/Coffee Service Industry through efforts with NAMA and State Associations. They must be innovative, possess a willingness to expand conventional practices and practice consistent ethical business standards in accordance with the NAMA code of ethics.

2011 Winners:

Vending Operator of the Year: Craig Kushner, President, Monumental Vending	Vending Allied Member of the Year: Steven Richardson, President, DeMitri Chesapeake Sales	Coffee Operator of the Year: Howard Chapman, NCE, CCS, Vice President and Division Manager, Office Beverage Division, Royal Cup Coffee
Coffee Allied Member of the Year: Tim Cleland, Sales Manager, Gaviña Gourmet Coffee	Industry Person of the Year: Dr. Michael Kasavana, NCE5, Endowed Professor, The School of Hospitality Business, Michigan State University