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The National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) has appointed Michael Schwartz as chair of its board of directors for 2026-27.
Schwartz, who serves as vice president of field and account sales in the US and equipment for the US and Canada at Nestlé Professional Solutions, took up the role on 1 July.
He succeeds Patrick Moran of Moran Refreshments, who will serve as past chair. NAMA has also named a new slate of board officers and directors to support the association’s work across the convenience services industry.
Schwartz brings more than two decades of leadership experience across foodservice, workplace and hospitality. His previous roles include senior positions at Coca-Cola, Starbucks and Nestlé, where he led national sales teams and developed partnerships focused on expanding food access.
Schwartz said: “This industry is full of momentum, and I’m honoured to help carry that forward as chair. What makes this industry special is the combination of experience, ingenuity and a shared commitment to serving people well.”
He added that he looks forward to working with NAMA president and CEO Christine Cochran, the board and the wider NAMA community to build on the association’s progress.
Cochran said Schwartz and the board “understand the value this industry delivers every day,” adding that NAMA will continue working with leaders focused on supporting members and strengthening convenience services in workplaces and communities.
The 2026-27 NAMA board officers are: Michael Schwartz, Nestlé Professional Solutions, chair; Scott Halloran, Trolley Hospitality Companies, chair elect; Matt Hubbard, Continental Services, vice chair; April Cathcart, G&J Marketing and Sales, secretary/treasurer; and Patrick Moran, Moran Refreshments, past chair.
Newly elected board directors include Mike Gilroy of Mars Wrigley, Jamie Guadagnino of Vistar and Porter Hinton of Canteen.
NAMA also announced the 2026-27 trustees of the NAMA Foundation, which supports the industry through leadership, research and mission-focused work. New trustees include Scott Halloran of Trolley Hospitality Companies as secretary/treasurer, Mesh Gelman of Cumulus Coffee, Lawrence Binsky of Unified Strategies Group and Emma Rys of PepsiCo.
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