The National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) has opened speaker submissions for The NAMA Show 2027, which will take place from 5-7 May in New Orleans, US.

Nestlé has appointed Thomas Conquet as managing director of its Waters and Premium Beverages business in the UK.

Ardagh Glass Packaging-Africa (AGP-A) CEO Paul Curnow has been appointed chairman of The Glass Recycling Company (TGRC), a South African organisation focused on increasing glass recovery and recycling rates.

Olipop has appointed former Electrolit CEO Christian Patiño Webb as its new chief executive officer, as the functional soda brand strengthens its leadership team to support its next phase of growth.

US iced tea franchise HTeaO has appointed Brian Wise as chief executive officer as it enters its next phase of national expansion.

Celsius Holdings has announced a series of senior leadership changes as it continues to develop its multi-brand energy drinks portfolio.

McDonald’s has appointed company veteran Skye Anderson as president of its US business, effective immediately.

Pret A Manger has appointed Anita McDonnell as president of its international division, effective from late August.

Refresco has appointed Minsok Pak as president and chief strategy and transformation officer.

The Automatic Vending Association (AVA) has appointed a new board of directors, bringing together representatives from across the vending and automated retail sector.

The National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) has appointed Michael Schwartz as chair of its board of directors for 2026-27.

Air Up has appointed Cristina Kenz as chief executive officer as the scent-based hydration brand looks to expand its global retail presence and and strengthen its direct-to-consumer business.