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Parts Town Expands Repair Technology Capabilities With 86 Repairs Acquisition
Parts Town Expands Repair Technology Capabilities With 86 Repairs Acquisition

The acquisition combines OEM parts distribution with repair management technology and AI-driven insights to help foodservice operators reduce downtime and improve equipment performance. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted07/13/2026


SilverChef Assigns Award-Winning Regional Account Manager to Florida Market
SilverChef Assigns Award-Winning Regional Account Manager to Florida Market

While transitioning into her new role, Lo Davlin will continue to support SilverChef’s distributor partners across Atlanta, North Carolina, and South Carolina until a new account manager is appointed. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted07/13/2026


Thermo-Kool Appoints Steve Allen as Plant Manager
Thermo-Kool Appoints Steve Allen as Plant Manager

Allen brings more than 20 years of manufacturing and operations leadership experience to oversee production, quality, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives. Continue Reading

Postedby Ashley Mueller
Date posted07/13/2026


Commercial Kitchen Stop’s Back Nine Beach Bash Sets Fundraising Record
Commercial Kitchen Stop’s Back Nine Beach Bash Sets Fundraising Record

The FEDA distributor member’s annual charity golf tournament increased donations by 50 percent while supporting HomeSafe of the Palm Beaches. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted07/6/2026


FEDA Supports Congressional Effort to End CTA Reporting Requirements
FEDA Supports Congressional Effort to End CTA Reporting Requirements

A coalition of trade associations and business advocacy groups is calling on lawmakers to permanently eliminate beneficial ownership reporting obligations for small businesses. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted07/6/2026


Business Groups Back BUILD America 250 Act to Strengthen Transportation Infrastructure
Business Groups Back BUILD America 250 Act to Strengthen Transportation Infrastructure

FEDA has joined a coalition of business organizations in urging Congress to advance legislation that would provide up to $580 billion for roads, bridges, ports, and other transportation projects. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted07/6/2026


New Member Q&A: Fluentis
New Member Q&A: Fluentis

Fluentis explains how AI-infused enterprise resource planning software helps distributors streamline operations, improve decision-making, and gain real-time business insights. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted07/6/2026


FEDA Weekly News for July 6, 2026
FEDA Weekly News for July 6, 2026

Last Chance to Submit Your Data for the 2026 FEDA Profit Survey • TriMark Announces CEO Transition • Clark Associates Welcomes 76 Interns for 2026 Summer Program • NAW Enters Federal Lawsuit Over California Packaging Law Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted07/6/2026


Restaurant Performance Index Returns to Growth in May Despite Ongoing Traffic Challenges
Restaurant Performance Index Returns to Growth in May Despite Ongoing Traffic Challenges

Sales remained resilient while customer traffic continued to lag, reflecting cautious optimism among restaurant operators as they navigate an uncertain economic environment. Continue Reading

Postedby Ashley Mueller
Date posted07/6/2026


Wood Stone Announces Sales Leadership Promotions
Wood Stone Announces Sales Leadership Promotions

The company announced expanded roles for Anthony Mukerjee and Guy Johnston. Continue Reading

Postedby Ashley Mueller
Date posted07/6/2026


TriMark Announces CEO Transition as Terry O'Brien Retires
TriMark Announces CEO Transition as Terry O'Brien Retires

James Noonan, the company's chief financial officer, will assume the role of CEO as TriMark continues its strategic transformation. Continue Reading

Postedby Ashley Mueller
Date posted07/6/2026


Clark Associates Welcomes 76 Interns for 2026 Summer Program
Clark Associates Welcomes 76 Interns for 2026 Summer Program

Students from 49 colleges and technical schools will gain hands-on experience across the company's operations while participating in professional development and industry learning opportunities. Continue Reading

Postedby Ashley Mueller
Date posted07/6/2026