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Experienced Finance Leader Joins Hoshizaki America as VP
Experienced Finance Leader Joins Hoshizaki America as VP

Dean will lead initiatives that support the FEDA manufacturer member’s ongoing growth and financial performance. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/20/2025


Alto-Shaam Names New Sales Manager for the Northeast Region
Alto-Shaam Names New Sales Manager for the Northeast Region

Mark Dimmick will be responsible for cultivating relationships between the FEDA manufacturer member and dealers, consultants, major end users, and rep groups. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/20/2025


RATIONAL USA Names New Rep for Mid-Atlantic and Southeast Central Regions
RATIONAL USA Names New Rep for Mid-Atlantic and Southeast Central Regions

The FEDA manufacturer says expanding relationships with Schmid Dewland and PMR Foodservice Equipment Reps will grow awareness of intelligent cooking technology and provide maximum benefits to customers. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/20/2025


Fein Brothers Adds Outside Sales Consultant
Fein Brothers Adds Outside Sales Consultant

Lou Liagridonis brings experience as a foodservice operator to the FEDA distributor member. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/20/2025


Search Awards Recognize KaTom’s Digital Marketing Efforts
Search Awards Recognize KaTom’s Digital Marketing Efforts

The FEDA distributor member and its marketing partner won Most Innovative Campaign (SEO), Best Use of Content Marketing and Best Use of AI in Content at the 2025 US Search Awards. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/20/2025


Cook’s Direct Walk Raises $12,000 to Support Women With Ovarian Cancer
Cook’s Direct Walk Raises $12,000 to Support Women With Ovarian Cancer

The FEDA distributor member joined hundreds of participants at Chicago’s Together in TEAL event, which promotes ovarian cancer research and support. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/20/2025


The NAFEM Show and Host Milano Plan Cooperative Programs
The NAFEM Show and Host Milano Plan Cooperative Programs

The two industry trade shows are exploring unique, new experiences that will debut at their respective 2027 events. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/20/2025


Chinese Goods, Robotics and Industrial Machinery Could Face New Tariffs
Chinese Goods, Robotics and Industrial Machinery Could Face New Tariffs

The Trump administration says it could hike Chinese tariffs to 100 percent in response to a ban on rare earth materials. Meanwhile, the U.S. Department of Commerce has initiated an investigation into whether robotics and industrial machinery imports pose a national security risk. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/15/2025


Business Coalition Urges California to Push Nov. 15 EPR Reporting Deadline
Business Coalition Urges California to Push Nov. 15 EPR Reporting Deadline

Delays in publishing proposed rules mean that the regulatory process will extend past the reporting deadline, creating uncertainty for distributors and other businesses that may be covered by the new recycling law. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/15/2025


FEDA Joins Business Groups in Urging Congress to Protect Arbitration
FEDA Joins Business Groups in Urging Congress to Protect Arbitration

Congress is currently considering several bills and amendments that would reduce the availability of arbitration and class action waivers for employment disputes, discrimination claims and antitrust challenges. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/13/2025


RATIONAL Named Among Best Places to Work in Chicago Area and Nationally
RATIONAL Named Among Best Places to Work in Chicago Area and Nationally

The Best & Brightest Companies to Work For program honors organizations that drive business excellence, enrich lives and strengthen communities. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/13/2025


Applications Open for 2026 Kitchen Innovations Awards
Applications Open for 2026 Kitchen Innovations Awards

The awards spotlight equipment that solve operator needs, with winners showcased at the National Restaurant Association Show. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/13/2025