four courses. Built by operators.
Each course in the Vending Circle classroom covers a specific part of running a vending operation. Each course is structured for members who want to work through a topic systematically rather than search for answers one question at a time. Every course was built by operators with active routes, updated as the industry changes.
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Operator-Built Curriculum
The courses were developed by operators running active vending businesses, not by consultants or course creators. Each one addresses a specific operational challenge: starting, scaling, equipment management, & school contracts. They're updated as the industry changes.
- Full access to all 4 courses
- Video + written format
- Updated as industry changes
- Member Q&A archive
- Templates & resources
The Launchpad
Covers the fundamentals of starting a vending operation. Designed for members who want a structured path rather than piecing things together from scattered sources.
- How to evaluate machines and determine which type fits your budget and location goals
- The location sourcing process, from cold outreach through contract signature
- How vending route economics work (margins, inventory, servicing costs, and breakeven points)
- Common pitfalls new operators face and how to avoid them before they become costly
- The realistic timeline for launching a profitable operation from zero
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Location 2.0: From Guessing to Growing
The full process for identifying locations, making contact with decision-makers, and closing agreements. Built around what actually works in real prospecting situations.
- How to qualify locations before making contact so you're only pitching high-probability sales
- Decision-maker identification and who to contact for different types of locations
- The pitch frameworks that members have used successfully to land their first agreements
- Handling common objections (existing contracts, split concerns, property manager hesitation)
- When to walk away from a location and when to revise your proposal to make it work
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Equipment Playbook
A reference guide covering setup procedures, common issues, maintenance schedules, and troubleshooting. Organized by machine type so members can go directly o what they need.
- Setup walkthroughs for QinGo, HaHa, USI, and other common smart vending machines
- Preventative maintenance schedules that reduce breakdowns before they happen
- Troubleshooting flowcharts for the issues that account for 80% of service calls
- Payment system setup (Nayax, USA Technologies) and common card reader problems
- When to service a machine ourself vs when to call in a technician
resources
School Location Basics
The specific process for placing machines in K-12 schools. Includes sample proposals, contract templates, and state-specific compliance guidance.
- How school procurement works and how to position your proposal to meet their criteria
- Compliance requirements specific to school contracts (wellness policies, product restrictions)
- The proposal structure that school administrators expect to see when evaluating vendors.
- Contract negotiation points where schools are typically willing to adjust terms
- How to scale from one school location to a district-wide contract over time
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The Circle Vault
A resource library organized by topic. Mentors add to it as they develop systems that work.
- Contract templates (location agreements, services contracts, school RFP responses)
- Cost and margin calculators for different machine types and product categories
- Supplier and distributor contacts organized by region and product type
- Recorded sessions from past Masterclass calls covering specific member questions
- Member-contributed frameworks and checklists for common operational tasks
Taught by Active operators.
The courses are developed and taught by operators currently running vending businesses, not by consultants or professional educators. They teach what they've learned building and operating their own routes.
On the investment.
Members on whether the cost of membership made sense for their business. Personal details are kept general at members' request.
First week in the trenches went extraordinarily well!
Just wrapped up my first week out visiting businesses, and things are taking off fast. I got my first yes on day two, and I’m currently working out the logistics with the manager now. I also received a tentative yes AND a follow-up phone call from the executive assistant at a health campus. She’s meeting with her boss tomorrow and is excited about presenting the opportunity to place my vending machines on their campus, as they’re currently making some internal changes. Fingers crossed that works out — if it does, that could mean multiple machines placed in the first month. Excited to see where this goes!
Landed my first location 🥰
I’m thrilled to share that I’ve landed my first location 🙌 It’s a small HVAC company with only eight employees, which isn’t ideal, but it has a lot of foot traffic due to shipment deliveries and customers. We’ll see how this goes. For now, I’m incredibly excited about this opportunity, and I want to give a big shoutout to Alondra Gaddis for her support throughout this process.
Pricing Questions
Common questions about how the plans work, what happens after the trial, and how to decide between Standard and Premium.
Yes. The 7-day free trial gives full access to all four courses, the Circle Vault, the community, and the weekly live Masterclass. If a Masterclass session falls during your trial, you can attend live. If it doesn't, the most recent recording is available immediately. The only thing not included in a Standard trial is the Premium-specific one-on-one sessions, which require the Premium plan.
Members access machine and equipment pricing through Vending Circle's distributor relationships with QinGo, Wittern/USI, and other partner brands. The specific pricing is available in the Circle Vault once you're a member. The discount varies by machine and manufacturer, but on most QinGo models the savings are significant. Machine purchasing is also available to non-members at standard pricing through the store.
Standard is the right starting point for most members. It includes everything needed to learn the business, find locations, manage equipment, and access manufacturer pricing. All at a cost that's easy to justify even in the early stages of an operation. Premium makes sense when you're at a point where direct mentor review of your specific proposals, contracts, or growth strategy would change the outcome. If you're just getting started, begin with Standard and upgrade when the time is right.
There is no contract and no minimum commitment. Both plans are month-to-month and can be cancelled at any time. If you cancel mid-cycle, your access continues through the end of the billing period you've already paid for. There are no cancellation fees.
Yes. You can upgrade from Standard to Premium or downgrade from Premium to Standard at any point. Changes take effect at the start of your next billing cycle. Most members start on Standard and upgrade to Premium when they're at a stage in their business where direct one-on-one mentor input on specific decisions (proposals, school contracts, growth strategy) becomes valuable.
After the trial ends, your membership continues at the monthly rate for the plan you selected ($79 for Standard or $199 for Premium). You'll be notified before the trial ends, and you can cancel at any time during the trial without being charged. If you cancel before the trial period is up, your access continues until the trial ends and no payment is taken.
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