SEVA 2024
Join us for SEVA 2024 scheduled for June 18-20 as we return to The Lodge at Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores, AL.
The location offers all the perks of a beachfront location as well as a host of park amenities such as hiking and
biking trails, a 900-acre fishing lake, nature center and outdoor classroom, interpretive center, tennis,
kayaking, paddleboards, geocaching, guided nature walks, birding, and several playgrounds. Gulf Shores has
sugar-white sands, award-winning restaurants, one-of-a-kind attractions, family friendly activities and a
vibrant nightlife. We look forward to seeing you in June!
We wish to thank everyone that has sponsored, attended and supported the SEVA 2023 Conference. We enjoy our time together and look forward to seeing you at SEVA 2024.
About SEVA
SEVA (Southeastern Vending Association) is comprised of seven state vending association members including Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi and Tennessee. SEVA’s purpose is to facilitate an annual convention allowing the state association members to network with their suppliers and individual members.
Originally formed in 1981 as the Vending Machine Association of the Gulf South (VMAGS), the organization’s purpose was to merge the annual tri-state convention held by Alabama Vending Association (AVA), Mississippi Automatic Merchandising Association (MAMA) and Vending Machine Operators of Louisiana (VMOL). VMAGS was officially incorporated in 1981 in Alabama. In 2003, Georgia Automatic Merchandising Council (GAMC) joined the organization followed by Tennessee Automatic Merchandising Association (TAMA) and the Automatic Merchandising Association of Florida (AMAF). Due to the growing participation in VMAGS, the name changed to Southeastern Vending Association (SEVA) to include all its members. In 2019, SEVA welcomed Arkansas Vending Council (AVC) to the organization.
SEVA Convention 2024
Celebrating its 18th year, the 2024 SEVA Convention will host six states in one location with an expected attendance of over 250 participants and 50 operator companies represented. As a whole, the SEVA operators represent over $400 million in sales volume, 1,500 routes and 60,000 machines. Join us for this popular two-and-a-half day event that allows networking, education, family fun and the opportunity to move your business forward. SEVA welcomes all vending, coffee service and foodservice industry members to the 2024 SEVA SUMMER CONVENTION.
The 2024 convention will kick-off with an opening night party beachside. This fun night allows attendees to mingle, catch-up with industry friends, operators and suppliers, and also build new relationships. The second night features a seated dinner with special entertainment. The popular Supplier Showcase, which affords attendees valued time with our much appreciated sponsors, learning about their company and products, will continue as a lunch event. The last night of SEVA leaves valuable networking time for suppliers and operators.
Get inspired by professional speakers. The convention will offer multiple professional development opportunities over two mornings. The afternoons will be filled with group activities and family friendly activities. There is something for everyone.
From the SEVA Convention Chairman
I am excited to serve as your 2024 SEVA Chair while we celebrate our 18th year. With SEVA 2024, we look forward
to returning to The Lodge at Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores, AL. The Lodge has expanded since our last stay adding
more to their outside entertainment area with an expanded poolside bar. This increases the social time around the
pool area while adding a beachside evening experience. In response to last year’s positive feedback to the cornhole
tournament, we will again include it as the official beach tournament activity. Those that love volleyball still don’t
have to worry as we will again have a net set for recreational games.
Our SEVA Board has been working hard since the last conference. We have discussed feedback from the 2023
conference and are putting it towards planning the 2024 event. Look for more information coming soon to expand on
plans for 2024. In the meantime, save the date for informative educational sessions, networking, and family fun at
SEVA 2024. Mark your calendars now to join us this summer.
I hope to see everyone at The Lodge this June!
