NAMA Show 2026: Must-see booths and the ultimate downtown LA playbook

Headed to the 2026 NAMA Show in Los Angeles? This episode of Automatic Merchandiser's Vending & OCS Nation podcast is your insider guide to making the most of your trip - inside and outside the convention center. Podcast host Bob Tullio highlights the must-see booths at this year’s show, featuring cutting - edge innovations in AI, smart retail, and frictionless commerce. Then, he interviews downtown LA expert Johnna Hughes, from DTLA Alliance, who maps out the best places to eat, explore, and what you must see, just steps from the convention center. Whether you're chasing the future of unattended retail, looking for the next big thing in point of use water, seeking the hottest new snack, the coolest looking micro market fixture, an awesome single cup solution, or the perfect taco and rooftop cocktail, this episode has you covered. Tullio's Must-See Booths at NAMA 2026 365 Retail Markets (Booth 1221) Flexible, modular smart store solutions AI-driven insights + next-gen Pico kiosks Expanded reach into healthcare, campuses, and hospitality Panoptyc (Booth 1561) Live ShopperSense theft deterrence demo New “Market Health Tool” for predictive risk insights Data-driven tools to boost profitability Cantaloupe (Booth 1233) Fully immersive smart store experiences New Hot Hold solution for fresh food AI-powered route optimization + business intelligence tools The AVS Companies (Booth 1731) Full lineup of AI-powered smart coolers Multiple AI approaches tailored to different operator needs DTLA tips from Johnna Hughes Grand Central Market TE Isshoku Broken Shaker 71Above Fugestu Do Sonoratown The Wolves Get personal DTLA advice from Johnna - askjohnna@downtownla.com  DTLA Alliance Website - https://downtownla.com/ Social: downtown_la Get the newsletter at www.downtownla.com/subscribe