VIBEcast EP32: From Side Hustle to Business Contracts - Ross Kramer of Remarkable Vending Services

How Ross went from 6 to 19 machines overnight—and built lasting success through acquisitions, partnerships, hiring, and heart In this episode of VIBEcast, we sit down with Ross Kramer, founder of Remarkable Vending Services, to hear how his background in the snack industry and entrepreneurial mindset helped him turn a small vending operation into a growing, strategic business. Ross shares how he scaled from 6 to 19 machines overnight through acquisition, built trust with nine YMCA locations, and secured a two-year contract by treating vending like a real business—not just a side hustle. He dives into how he hired his nieces to manage the day-to-day and how that flexibility gave him time to focus on growth, relationships, and long-term planning. Whether you're just starting out or scaling up, this conversation is packed with insight on how to build a business that's sustainable, relational, and real.