About LF Vending Company
Our Start
Based out of Grand Rapids Michigan, LF Vending Company (short for "Love Family") got it's start as a side-hustle. It turns out Beer City USA isn't just the home to some of America's most award-winning microbrews, but home to an incredible number of self-made food, drink, and home goods manufacturers--all it takes is a quick stroll through the Fulton Street Farmer's Market on a Saturday or a walk through Downtown Market around Christmas. Inspired by the entrepreneurial spirt of these local makers, our team decided to take on an adventure for ourselves. We want to flip the standard vending model, by prioritizing locally sourced goods as much as possible. Not only does this bring the taste of West Michigan right to you, but our analytics help local makers build their business as well.
The C.E.O.
Nathan Love is always interested in taking on a challenge or looking for a new adventure. After moving back to Grand Rapids after stints in Portland Maine and Winston-Salem North Carolina, Nate began looking for ways to invest and build community. He saw that by innovating on both the machine and types of inventory, vending machines could provide an unique amenity to businesses of all types. He enjoys getting out in the community stoking machines, just as much as he enjoys crunching the numbers behind the screen.
A graduate of Hope College and the University of Michigan, Nate is excited to be back in the Wolverine state. Always a relational guy, Nate is looking forward to getting to know you and discussing how LF Vending Company can meet the needs of your company and your people!
The O.C.F. (Our Closest Friend)
Always on the go, Vendy loves bringing people together in community. When he's not TCB (takin' care of business), you can find Vendy at the gym or curled up at home with some of his favorite snacks. He loves spending time at pool or by the beach... anything to get a little sun before he hops in the shower, gets ready, and hits the dance floor. This go-get it attitude and charm is only outdone by his caring, empathetic side--if you're sick, Vendy's got you covered too. He wouldn't be half the man he is without his partner in crime Mrs. Vendy, but we still love him all the same. Come say hi to Vendy, Mrs. Vendy, and the rest of the LF Vending Company crew!
