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Restaurant Industry Projected to Top $1.55 Trillion in Sales, Add 100,000 Workers in 2026
Restaurant Industry Projected to Top $1.55 Trillion in Sales, Add 100,000 Workers in 2026

The National Restaurant Association’s newly released State of the Restaurant Industry 2026 report finds an increased operator focus on workforce development and technology improvements. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted02/23/2026


Longtime Hubert Employee Brenda Holger Retires
Longtime Hubert Employee Brenda Holger Retires

Holger spent 37 years working for the Ohio-based FEDA distributor member. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted02/23/2026


T&S Brass Adds Area Sales Manager for Central India
T&S Brass Adds Area Sales Manager for Central India

Devendra Meshram will work closely with regional partners to drive collaboration, guide specification efforts, and ensure customers receive responsive, localized support. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted02/23/2026


UNOX Names New Director of Marketing and Inside Sales
UNOX Names New Director of Marketing and Inside Sales

Eloria Ware brings more than 15 years of sales and marketing experience to the commercial ovens manufacturer. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted02/23/2026


Owner Jack Starr Retires After 48 Years at Boston Showcase
Owner Jack Starr Retires After 48 Years at Boston Showcase

A past vice president, Jack Starr joined the family-owned business in the 1970s and helped grow it into the country’s 45th largest foodservice equipment and supplies distributor. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted02/23/2026


Ali Group Brings Back Company Veteran as Senior Vice President
Ali Group Brings Back Company Veteran as Senior Vice President

Massimiliano Bizzarri will collaborate closely with the Ali Group business units to support their growth and enhance their profitability. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted02/23/2026


11 FEDA Manufacturer Members Honored with Kitchen Innovations Awards
11 FEDA Manufacturer Members Honored with Kitchen Innovations Awards

This year’s awardees reflect the challenges operators are managing, including workforce constraints, tighter margins, and limited room for disruption during service. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted02/23/2026


NAW CEO Testifies to Congress on How AI Can Strengthen Workplace Safety
NAW CEO Testifies to Congress on How AI Can Strengthen Workplace Safety

During a subcommittee hearing, Eric Hoplin explained how emerging technologies enable employers to detect potential hazards in real time, allowing companies to focus on preventive and proactive measures. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted02/23/2026


Supreme Court Strikes Down Tariffs Imposed Through Emergency Declaration
Supreme Court Strikes Down Tariffs Imposed Through Emergency Declaration

Although a 6-3 majority ruled against the Trump administration, the justices did not provide direction on how the government should return the more than $175 billion in tariffs it has collected since last April. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted02/23/2026


Electrolux Professional Group Announces New Director of Consultant Services
Electrolux Professional Group Announces New Director of Consultant Services

Jefferson Kenney developed extensive industry knowledge and strong technical expertise during his time at Unified Brands before moving up to Electrolux Professional Group. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted02/16/2026


Business Groups Urge Senate to Pass Permitting Reform Legislation
Business Groups Urge Senate to Pass Permitting Reform Legislation

The SPEED Act would streamline the National Environmental Policy Act review process by prohibiting agencies from rescinding, withdrawing, altering, and amending a completed environmental document. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted02/16/2026


Court Imposes Preliminary Injunction Against Oregon’s EPR Law
Court Imposes Preliminary Injunction Against Oregon’s EPR Law

The court order prevents the state from forcing distributors and other businesses to pay new fees intended to support recycling programs and the end-of-life costs of packaged products. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted02/16/2026