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JOE SIMONOVICH
Director of At Work Operations
New Stand
Joe Simonovich has been a part of
the convenience services industry in
some way or another since joining
New York City-based Corporate
Essentials in 2006. In his most-recent
role as director of operations with the workplace
experience company New Stand, he has worked with
operators across the country to create programs
that allow companies to level up their service and
deepen client relationships by offering easy-to-rollout
solutions like integrated apps, computer-vision
smart coolers, premium fixtures, in-person events and
employee-gifting programs. During his 13-plus years
at Corporate Essentials, the company was recognized
by Inc. Magazine as one of America's fastest-growing
companies eight times, and Shoffee.com, a company
he co-founded with Corporate Essentials owner,
Judson Kleinman, was listed at #651 on the magazine's
Inc. 5,000 list in 2012. In 2016, he took part in the
NAMA executive development program at Michigan
State University.
JOHN STAVROS
Territory Manager,
SouthWest US
Evoca North America
Venture Inc.
John Stavros is a seasoned
entrepreneur with more than 13
years of experience in the OCS
industry. He successfully owned and operated
a thriving OCS business that grew to serve over
300 customers, establishing a strong reputation
for quality and service. His strategic positioning of
the company led to its successful acquisition by a
national operator, marking a significant milestone
in his career. Following the acquisition, John
transitioned to the vendor side of the industry
with the Evoca Group, leveraging his extensive
knowledge and expertise to assist operators
in optimizing their equipment and maximizing
growth opportunities. Passionate about fostering
professional relationships, John continues to
make a significant impact in the OCS sector
through his innovative approach and commitment
to excellence.
The Nayax Family is Proud to Recognize
Pete Carmain
for being selected
Automatic Merchandiser's
Pros to Know 2024.
Pete's dedication, leadership,
and forward-thinking strategies
continue to drive our growth
and inspire our team.
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RACHEL STERNBERG
North American Operations
Manager, Unattended Retail
Mars Wrigley
Rachel is an industry expert
with a diverse background and
skillset who is currently focusing
on optimizing operations,
technology and equipment to grow and drive
value in the convenience services industry.
As the North America operations manager
for Mars Wrigley Unattended Retail, Rachel
supports the growing channel through the
MW Intelligent Vending, Skittles and M&M's
Remix flagship programs. She also leads
the exploration of new technology, leading
ice cream partnerships with Robomart and
Fastcorp Vending. Rachel brings a contagious
passion and a personality that have made
her commitment to driving impactful solutions
and strategies for the corporation notable in
both her manufacturing and retail roles. This
was recognized when she was named a 2024
Manufacturing Institute Emerging Leader.
She holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical
engineering from Penn State University and
a master's degree in business administration,
focusing on global business and marketing,
from Rutgers University. In her free time, Rachel
volunteers at Rutgers as well as the Hope Gala,
an organization that supports the fight against
childhood cancer. She enjoys traveling, playing
tennis and pickleball, and running in New York
City, where she resides.
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