FEDA Gold Awards Applications Due Next Week!FEDA is excited to be recognizing the unique achievements of distributor and manufacturer members during the Gold Awards presentation at the 2025 FEDA Annual Executive Leadership Conference. Complete your submission by the July 31, 2025, deadline!
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MEMBER NEWS
Commercial Kitchen Stop Boosts Its One-Stop-Shop Services with Delray Acquisition
Recognizing succession planning as a strategic opportunity for acquisitions, Scott Delaney, a co-founder of Commercial Kitchen Stop (CKS), has been reaching out to other dealers in Florida inquiring about their interest in selling. Recently, CKS found a fit with Delray Foodservice Equipment and Reconditioning, leading it to purchase the other dealer.
Champion Announces Updates to Its Sales Team LeadershipChampion Industries and Bi-Line Systems, a FEDA manufacturer member specializing in dishwashing machines, announced that Western U.S. Region Sales Director Chris Richelieu will retire at the end of this year. Meanwhile, Peter O’Connor and Chase Andrews are moving into regional sales director roles.
Electrolux Professional Group Names Director of Strategic Brand Management
Electrolux Professional Group, a FEDA manufacturer member, has appointed Sarah Lavis as director of strategic brand management. In this role, she will oversee the refrigeration and ventilation portion of the business throughout the Americas, the company said in a news release. Previously, Lavis served as a segment leader within the heating, ventilation and air conditioning industry.
Hatco Names New Director of International Sales Role
Industry veteran Joe Flaherty has joined Hatco as director of international sales. In this role, Flaherty will lead the FEDA manufacturer member’s global sales strategy and oversee its efforts to expand in both mature and emerging international markets. He brings to Hatco more than 20 years of experience in the foodservice equipment and supplies industry, with expertise in international sales, brand strategy and product innovation.
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