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PETE CARMAIN
Executive Vice President of Sales
Nayax North America
Pete Carmain serves as the
executive vice president of sales at
Nayax North America, a provider of
financial technology solutions for the
unattended self-service market. Since joining Nayax in
2019, Pete has excelled in various pivotal sales roles,
playing a crucial part in securing multiple enterprise
accounts and demonstrating his exceptional ability
to drive growth and success. With over a decade of
experience in the industry, Pete possesses a deep
expertise in navigating the complexities of financial
and payments technology. His strategic vision and
commitment to innovation have established him as a
trusted consultant for operators aiming to enhance
efficiency, profitability and overall success through
advanced cashless payment solutions. Pete is known
for his forward-thinking mindset and believes in the
importance of staying ahead of industry trends to
prepare for future developments. He understands
that the unattended self-service space is continually
evolving, and he is dedicated to building and
maintaining strong, trust-based relationships with
clients, ensuring they are informed and equipped to
leverage the latest technological advancements.
TYLER CARTER
General Manager
Strive
Tyler has been instrumental in the
rapid growth and success of Strive
over the past six years. His leadership
and strategic vision have transformed
Strive from a growing company into a
market leader in the vending and micro market industry.
Tyler's approach has been multifaceted, focusing on
improving everything from equipment and operational
procedures to profitability and customer satisfaction.
Tyler has spearheaded numerous initiatives to modernize
and enhance Strive's operational efficiency. By upgrading
equipment, streamlining processes and adopting
innovative technologies, he has significantly increased
productivity and reduced operational costs. Through
strategic planning and keen financial oversight, Tyler has
driven substantial profit growth for Strive. His efforts
in optimizing resource allocation and identifying new
revenue streams have been pivotal in strengthening the
company's financial position. Under Tyler's leadership,
Strive has seen a marked improvement in customer
satisfaction. He has implemented new procedures and
training programs that have elevated the customer
experience, leading to higher retention rates and a
stronger brand reputation. Tyler is not just focused on
internal improvements. He has introduced practices that
have set new standards in the vending and micro market
sectors, ensuring that Strive remains at the forefront of
industry innovation.
MICHAEL CHAPMAN
Vice President, Dining Services
Five Star Breaktime Solutions
Michael Chapman is the vice
president of dining services for Five
Star Breaktime Solutions. Michael is
responsible for overseeing the on-site
dining operations of Five Star, currently
over 70 locations strong. In addition, Michael also heads
up the teams responsible for Five Star's catering line of
business and HACCP-certified Culinary Center. Prior
to joining Five Star, Michael was a regional operations
manager for Southern Foodservice Management,
overseeing corporate dining operations, government
contracts and stadium operations. Michael also spent
10 years in a number of roles, including executive chef
and foodservice director for Aramark in their business
and industry sector. Prior to his roles in corporate dining,
Michael was an executive chef for many years in the
restaurant industry and private clubs. Michael attended
the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, N.Y., and
graduated with a culinary degree in 1997.
SANDRA D. FAULKENBERRY
Sales Manager
All State Manufacturing
Sandra D. Faulkenberry has been
the sales manager at All State
Manufacturing for the past decade,
bringing over 35 years of sales
experience. Known for her exceptional
customer service in the vending industry, she has
earned numerous awards throughout her career.
Sandra's expertise lies in delivering customized
vending solutions tailored to her clients' specific needs.
She works remotely from her farm in Tennessee,
where you might occasionally hear her goats while she
diligently collaborates with customers. Her philosophy
is simple: treat every account with care, whether
they're purchasing one micro market or 100, ensuring
long-term relationships and success.
FRANK FIELD
Vice President of Retail Support
Five Star Breaktime Solutions
Frank Field is the vice president of
retail support at Five Star Breaktime
Solutions. He is responsible for
leading the execution of strategic
company initiatives and supporting
the retail operations, which has led to the success of the
company's 40+ divisions located across nine states. He
also leads the teams that manage acquisition integration,
loss prevention, market support, retail execution and
compliance. After spending more than 20 years in the oil
and gas industry, Frank changed industries in 2015 when
he joined the Canteen franchise Imperial in Tulsa, Okla.
Frank joined Five Star in 2020 as director of strategic
initiatives before moving into his current role.
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