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This Friday: Part 1 of the 2026 FEDA Education Series — AI-Powered Excel for Financial Modeling
FEDA has once again partnered with the Association for Financial Professionals (AFP) to deliver a customized finance education course at no cost to FEDA members. This three-part series will equip finance practitioners with the knowledge and skills needed to implement best practices for financial modeling, lead in analytics, harness AI technologies, and drive sustainable organizational change. Those who participate in the live sessions may earn 2.4 CPE credits for each session. The first two-hour session will be presented at 10 a.m. CST on Feb. 13. To register yourself or your finance team members, please click the link below. If you need assistance, contact Communications Manager Tim O’Connor at tim@feda.com.
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Participate in the 2026 FEDA Member Congressional Visits
The 2026 FEDA Member Congressional Visits are an opportunity for FEDA members to learn about priority legislation from our industry's experts and directly educate their senators and representatives about the issues most important to our industry. FEDA members are invited to participate in the two-day program, which will help increase policymakers’ understanding of foodservice equipment and supplies distribution and expand congressional leaders' support for the industry during critical legislative decisions. There is no fee to participate in the Congressional visits. Register by Friday, Feb. 13, to be included in the FEDA hotel block!
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Ark MFG Acquires North American Kitchen Solutions’ Stainless Steel Brands
The acquisition expands Ark MFG’s stainless-steel fabrication platform, building on its 2025 acquisition of Tarpon Stainless, and further complements its broader foodservice equipment manufacturing portfolio. Under the agreement, Ark MFG will take over the Stainless Specialties Inc. (SSI), Lane Manufacturing, and Custom Kitchen Fabricators brands.
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Former Ace Mart Leader Paul Gustafson Remembered
It is with great sadness that FEDA shares news of the unexpected passing of Paul Gustafson on Feb. 4. He was a second-generation owner of Ace Mart and a past FEDA chairman who had an immeasurable impact on the foodservice equipment and supplies industry.
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FE&S Magazine Honors Clark Associates as the 2026 Dealer of the Year
The award marks the second time FE&S has recognized Clark Associates as its Dealer of the Year, with the previous honor coming in 2015. With $3.64 billion in revenue in 2024, Clark Associates was the top dealer on the 2025 FE&S Distribution Giants list.
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Chief Supply Chain Officer Joins TriMark
Scot Bernstein has a track record of optimizing large-scale, data-driven supply chains that improve customer service and efficiency. He spent more than 20 years at Mohawk Industries, leading international supply chain and logistics functions for the $12 billion global flooring manufacturer.
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Boelter Bolsters Leadership Team With Two Hires
George Kleinhans brings extensive experience to the vice president of operations role, while Luke Hursh will lead the distributor’s product category team.
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RATIONAL Marks 50th Anniversary With Production of 1.5 Millionth Combi Oven
The special anniversary unit features a golden dial and was donated to the St. Nikolaus Children’s Hospice in Bad Grönenbach, Germany.
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RSG Taps Experienced Equipment Professional as Director of Customer Experience
Having spent more than three decades with ITW Food Equipment Group, Danielle Teach has experience building best-in-class teams and successfully collaborating across sales, operations, and customer partners to elevate the customer experience.
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Manufacturing Veteran Joins Alto-Shaam as Director of Consultant Services
Connor Martin will drive Alto-Shaam's consultant strategy across the United States, developing and strengthening relationships with consultant groups. He will also work to elevate the company’s presence within industry organizations and associations and deliver informed, actionable industry insights to ensure Alto-Shaam remains at the forefront of innovation.
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New Regional Technical Sales Manager Brings Industrial Project Experience to Norbec
Jimmy Wead has more than 25 years of experience in technical sales, project delivery, and customer support within the construction industry. He has supported architectural and industrial projects, including complex building-envelope and insulated-panel applications.
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FEDA Co-Signs Letter Urging Congress to Advance Bill to Lessen Regulatory Burden on Small Businesses
The Prove It Act of 2025 introduces several key provisions intended to enhance transparency in federal regulatory decisions, including requiring agencies to disclose any indirect costs proposed rules may impose on small businesses. By increasing transparency, the law aims to ensure federal agencies are adhering to the Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA) of 1980. A 2024 report from the House Small Business Committee found that most agencies are failing to comply with the RFA’s requirements.
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Partial Government Shutdown Ends, Teeing Up Debate Over DHS Funding
A $1.2 trillion bill, which passed on a 217-214 vote, ensures full-year funding for most federal departments through the end of September, ending a four-day shutdown that began on Saturday, Jan. 31. The exception is the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), which had its funding extended only through Feb. 13. The short funding window for DHS is intended to give lawmakers time to negotiate possible reforms to Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection, which both fall under DHS.
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Upcoming FEDA and Other Industry Events
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AI-Powered Excel for Financial Modeling
Feb. 13, 2026
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FEDA Member Congressional Visits
March 17-19, 2026
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Full Calendar of Industry Events
Ongoing
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