What we’re about
Automated Retail Success Circle is a community for entrepreneurs, investors, and operators in the world of vending machines, smart kiosks, and other forms of automated retail. Whether you’re just getting started or scaling your business, this group is here to provide practical education, real-world strategies, and peer support to help you grow.
We focus on everything from location strategies, inventory planning, and tech tools to financing options and business structure. Join us for workshops, open discussions, and collaborative problem-solving as we navigate the future of retail—together.
Who this group is for:
✔️ New and aspiring vending business owners
✔️ Experienced operators looking to scale or diversify
✔️ Investors interested in the retail automation space
✔️ Anyone curious about how to profit from automated retail
Let’s connect, learn, and win—one machine and one location at a time.
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Cash Flow Machines: Lending Smarter in the Vending BusinessLink visible for attendees
What does it look like to step outside of real estate and lend into the world of vending machines and equipment-based businesses?
In this dynamic fireside chat, LNDR$ + FRNDS co-founder Samonae Carter shares her journey and strategies as a private money lender in the vending machine industry. You’ll hear about her wins, lessons learned, and how she evaluates opportunities in a space where machines work 24/7—and so can your money.🔸 Learn how vending machine lending works
🔸 Explore the unique risks and rewards of equipment-based lending
🔸 Discover red flags to avoid and how to protect yourself
🔸 Walk away with tools to assess deals and decide if this niche is right for you.Ashlee Edwards, founder of LNDR$ + FRNDS, will kick off with a 15-minute interview, followed by a 30-minute presentation and live Q&A.
Whether you're already lending or just exploring new income streams, this is your chance to see private lending from a fresh angle.
Join the LNDR$ + FRNDS community here: https://join.lndrsnfrnds.com/share/EfA-bgJVnWvl8WLO?utm_source=manual
- Getting Started in Automated RetailLink visible for attendeesUSD 69.00
Getting Started in Automated Retail: Build Your Vending Business from the Ground Up (Vending Basics)
Curious about vending machines, smart kiosks, or other forms of automated retail? This beginner-friendly session will walk you through what it takes to launch your first machine or location—from setup costs and product sourcing to finding profitable locations and avoiding common pitfalls.
You'll walk away with:
- A clear understanding of how the automated retail model works. Think if this session like a vending 101
- Steps to start your business the right way
- Tools, tech, and vending machine types to consider
- Realistic startup costs and return expectations
- Answers to your most pressing questions
- A living digital resource with the shared materials for 6 months
Whether you're exploring this as a side hustle or a long-term venture, this session gives you the foundation to move forward with clarity.
(Session led by Micro Monies)
Payments for this session can be made here: https://stan.store/micromonies/p/vending-basics
