Royal Cup Coffee's Howard Chapman Named National Automatic Merchandising Association Coffee Service Operator of the Year

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., July 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Birmingham business leader Howard Chapman, NCE, CCS, has been named Coffee Service Operator of the Year by the National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA). The award recognizes an individual and their company who has exhibited the highest level of integrity and dedication, excels in all areas of business and demonstrates exceptional leadership in the coffee service industry.

"Throughout his career, Howard has demonstrated the highest standards of professional excellence and leadership while motivating others along the way," said NAMA President and CEO Richard Geerdes. "His accomplishments and services to the industry are celebrated, and he is an outstanding choice for the coveted Coffee Service Operator of the Year."

Chapman is Vice President and Division Manager, Office Beverage Division for Royal Cup Coffee in Birmingham where he was named Manager of the Year in 1995.   He has served in the vending, coffee and foodservice industry for 16 years, and has also served as a law firm administrator.  Chapman is a member of the International Facility Management Association in Atlanta, and was named Outstanding Associate Member in 1997. The Atlanta native holds a B.S. from Georgia State University and has competed and participated in various automobile racing events for 25 years, as both a car constructor and driver.

The 2011 NAMA Industry Awards were presented during the NAMA OneShow at a special ceremony hosted by Michigan State University Basketball Coach Tom Izzo. Immediately after the awards ceremony, members of the industry congratulated Chapman at a special reception that also recognized NAMA's 75th anniversary celebration.

About NAMA

NAMA is the national trade association of the food and refreshment vending, coffee service and foodservice management industries including on-site, commissary, catering, & mobile. Its membership is comprised of service companies, equipment manufacturers and suppliers of products and services to operating service companies

About Royal Cup Coffee

Founded in Birmingham, Alabama, Royal Cup began selling coffee in 1896 from a horse drawn wagon. Over the past 100 years, Royal Cup has become a major importer, roaster and distributor of premium coffees and teas. Serving customers in the food service, office and specialty coffee markets, Royal Cup now reaches markets throughout the United States, into Mexico and the Caribbean. Royal Cup continues as a privately held, family company boasting the reputation of a quality roaster and distributor that utilizes the latest innovations in roasting and packaging technology. For more information, visit www.royalcupcoffee.com.

SOURCE Royal Cup Coffee