703: Vending Machine Q&A

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Oct 20, 2025

Anthony Kolodziej, the mastermind behind H&H Vending, scaled his business to over $50k per month in just 16 months. He shares his unique 'parking lot test' for scouting locations and emphasizes that raw dollar profit trumps percentage margins. Learn how to compete with large vendors through better tech and service, and discover strategies for hiring and trimming routes to boost profitability. Anthony also discusses the importance of patience in selecting locations and treating machines as valuable assets.

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INSIGHT

Big Operators Miss Opportunities

Big corporate vendors often under-serve and resist newer smart vending tech.
Hungry independents can win by offering better tech and service.

ADVICE

Favor Smart MicroMarts

Prefer modern smart MicroMarts and Stockwells for higher revenue and better interfaces.
Expect higher upfront costs and ongoing SaaS/transaction fees.

ANECDOTE

First 24/7 Machine Hooked Him

Anthony installed his first 24/7 location and woke up to see overnight sales, which thrilled him.
That first night proved vending could generate real passive revenue and hooked him on scaling.

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