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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Charleston, SC — March, 2026 — Family Fun & Games today announced the launch of its new corporate website, https://familyfun.games, marking a major step in the company’s evolution as the operating company behind one of the fastest-growing portfolios in the amusement and vending industry. Best known through its flagship brand CandyMachines.com, the company has served more than 200,000 customers nationwide and sells thousands of amusement machines each year to operators, family entertainment centers, businesses, and collectors across the United States …

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Charleston, SC — [March 9, 2026] — CandyMachines.com today announced the continued growth of its Charleston-based team with the addition of Chantel Wynder as the company’s new Controller. The permanent, in-house role marks an important step in strengthening the company’s financial leadership as CandyMachines.com continues to expand its operations. Wynder brings more than five years of accounting and financial management experience across retail and e-commerce sectors. In her new role, she will oversee financial operations, including financial repo …

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Charleston, SC – February 4, 2026 – CandyMachines.com, a leading manufacturer and distributor of vending and amusement machines, today announced the appointment of Larry Foster as Director of Sales and Channel Development. Foster joins CandyMachines following a successful tenure in the full line vending space, where he developed deep expertise with location sourcing, route development, and building strategic partnerships at the corporate level. His background spans working directly with operators in the field while also collaborating with enterprise-level par …

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Charleston, SC – December 2, 2025 – CandyMachines.com, a leading provider of vending and amusement machines for over 50 years, is excited to announce two significant internal promotions and welcomed two new team members to support the company’s ongoing expansion and commitment to operational excellence. These organizational updates reflect the company’s continued investment in leadership development and its dedication to attracting top-tier talent. Two Internal Promotions Strengthen Leadership Team CandyMachines.com is pleased to recognize the outs …

The Emotional Connection Between Nostalgia and Claw Machines Nostalgia is a powerful force in consumer behavior, influencing purchasing decisions, entertainment choices, and even gameplay habits. Claw machines tap into this emotional connection by evoking memories of childhood visits to arcades, carnivals, and shopping malls. For many players, the sight of a claw machine brings back the excitement of trying to win a stuffed animal or toy, making the experience more than just a game—it becomes a sentimental journey. As nostalgia-based marketing gains traction in various industries, claw …