Thought Leader Roundtable: Executive Predictions

James Chumbley is a logistics and deployment specialist with deep experience supporting national rollouts of automated retail kiosks, smart vending units, and high-value equipment. As a key team member at Planes Companies, James partners with retailers, kiosk manufacturers, and technology providers to design and manage end-to-end deployment programs—covering warehousing, transportation, inside placement, installation/assembly, and full lifecycle management. James has led large-scale deployment initiatives for major brands across retail, QSR, gaming, and convenience, helping teams reduce costs, accelerate speed-to-market, and eliminate the operational burden that typically comes with coordinating multi-site rollouts. His expertise includes forward-positioned inventory strategy, national consolidation programs, project-management workflow design, and high-touch final-mile execution.

Justin Honeysuckle brings a unique blend of design expertise and entrepreneurial vision to the forefront of automated bartending technology. With a Master’s Degree in Interior Architecture and Design from Florida State University, Justin’s deep understanding of customer experience and aesthetics has positioned TendedBar as a standout in the industry. His ability to seamlessly integrate visual appeal and operational efficiency has been a key factor in differentiating the TendedBar experience in high-volume venues.

Lonnie C Talbert is the current CEO of The ATM Industry Association (ATMIA) and ATM Security Association (ASA). For over three decades, Talbert has enjoyed an extensive and successful career in Financial Services, including leadership roles with large Fortune 500 companies, encompassing several high-level executive roles. He was most recently President of the New Mexico Bankers Association and has been a member of numerous ABA committees and the ePay Advisors, Board of Directors. Lonnie received his BS degree in Business Administration from Jacksonville University.