About The Industry Group
The Industry Group is a member-supported network of industry publications, LinkedIn communities, newsletters, and events focused on self-service technology, kiosks, digital signage, POS, retail automation, smart cities, EV charging, thin clients, and related solutions.
CAKCEK operates several industry brands and properties, including Kiosk Industry, the Kiosk Manufacturer Association, Thin Client, and related self-service technology communities.Network Reach
Monthly network activity includes approximately 4.3 million page views, 3.7 million visits, and 13 million web requests, 12,000 newsletter subscribers, active LinkedIn communities, and ongoing RFP/RFI visibility across state, local, and education opportunities.Overview
The Industry Group is a globally active coalition funded by leaders in kiosk hardware/software, POS, digital signage, Thin Client, MiniPC, media players, service/support, and peripheral devices, with members from North America, Europe, and Asia. Paid research reports and industry resources are also available through our research store.Our goals:
- Increase business activity for members
- Advocate and share best practices in self-service solutions
- Educate and inform the industry
Our Major Web Properties
- Kiosk Industry
- Retail Systems and Vending (Elliot Maras – Editor)
- AI-Computers, Thin Client, Media Players, MiniPC
- Healthcare, Patient Check-in, Telemedicine
- Digital Signage and Menu Boards
- Kiosk Manufacturer Association (KMA) – regulatory affairs
Participation Levels
| Level | Key Benefits |
|---|---|
| Gold | Maximum exposure, trade show contacts, lead generation, and discounted booth/demo opportunities. |
| Silver | Featured listing, newsletter highlights, RFP/RFI visibility. |
| Bronze | Newsletter inclusion, directory placement, and Advisory Board participation |
| Associate | Directory listing and LinkedIn group posting access |
Editorial Staff, Media Partners, and Contributors
Elliot Maras
Elliot Maras is a highly respected veteran in the vending and kiosk industries, bringing over thirty years of experience covering unattended retail and commercial foodservice. As editor for both Kiosk Marketplace and Vending Times, he has led editorial content focused on vending, kiosks, and the evolving self-service landscape since 2016.Evan Schuman
Evan Schuman is a seasoned journalist and technology writer with over thirty years of experience covering retail, payments, kiosks, privacy, and security topics. He is currently a weekly columnist for Computerworld, where his work focuses on retail and technology issues, and has served as President and Editorial Director of The Content Firm, producing a wide range of content for B2B publishers and media companies.Bassam Estaitieh
Bassam Estaitieh is a visionary executive leader with a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic insight, honed over decades of driving innovation, product strategy, and market expansion. https://www.linkedin.com/in/bassam-estaitieh-strategy-product-managementRichard Slawsky
Richard Slawsky has written a wide variety of articles for kioskindustry.org, focusing on topics ranging from market research and industry growth to software evolution, accessibility, and project best practices.
Dennis Carter
Dennis Carter has contributed articles to kioskindustry.org that focus on the intersection of technology, healthcare, retail, and EV charging infrastructure, especially with respect to kiosks and self-service solutions.
Media Partners
- AVIXA Xchange — AVIXA Xchange is an online professional community created by the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association (AVIXA) to connect thought leaders, solution providers, manufacturers, and AV professionals from around the world. CAKCEK has contributed more than 100 articles to the AVIXA Xchange community.
- QSR Magazine — QSR Magazine is a leading publication and trusted source of news, trends, and analysis for the quick-service and fast-casual restaurant industry. Known for its in-depth reporting, annual QSR 50 rankings, and restaurant industry analysis, QSR Magazine provides useful context for technology trends in quick-service and fast-casual restaurants.
Additional info:
- No contracts required
- Confidentiality assured; mutual NDA available upon request
- Payment preference: bank transfer (also accepts checks, e-payment, credit cards [3% PayPal fee], and wire transfers [$25 fee; First National Bank of Omaha])