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New Chief Legal Officer at Parts Town Unlimited
New Chief Legal Officer at Parts Town Unlimited

Justin Choi will lead the FEDA business services member’s global legal function and oversee compliance and strategic business development initiatives. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted01/6/2026


Avanti Adds Experienced School Specialist
Avanti Adds Experienced School Specialist

In his new role, Juan Flores will assist schools with their commercial kitchen equipment and smallwares needs. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted01/6/2026


New Italian Middleby Innovation Center to Showcase Equipment and Further R&D
New Italian Middleby Innovation Center to Showcase Equipment and Further R&D

The facility is designed to help customers test, validate and train with resources geared toward their specific business. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted01/6/2026


Customer Engagement Specialists Join UNOX’s Inside Sales Team
Customer Engagement Specialists Join UNOX’s Inside Sales Team

Christina Rabas and Jessenia Rios will provide the technical guidance operators, chefs, dealers, and consultants need to make confident equipment decisions. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted01/6/2026


Sam Tell Co-Founder Neil Tell Remembered
Sam Tell Co-Founder Neil Tell Remembered

It is with heavy hearts that FEDA shares news of the passing of Neil Tell, co-founder of Sam Tell Companies, on Monday, Dec. 15. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted12/18/2025


VP of Sales Joins Middleby Beverage Group
VP of Sales Joins Middleby Beverage Group

Valorie Silvestri’s initial focus will be on commercializing the FEDA manufacturer member’s new Gravity and Fizzbot products. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted12/15/2025


UNOX’s First U.S. Facility Starts Production
UNOX’s First U.S. Facility Starts Production

The $20 million investment will enable the FEDA manufacturer member to reduce lead times and offer products customized for the North American market. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted12/15/2025


Alto-Shaam Taps Industry Veteran for Senior Regional Sales Manager Role
Alto-Shaam Taps Industry Veteran for Senior Regional Sales Manager Role

Brian Hageman will be responsible for driving sales growth across the South Central region by nurturing relationships with new and existing customers and working alongside dealer, distributor and consultant partners to deliver a seamless customer experience. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted12/15/2025


Ran Berger Named COO of Curtis Restaurant Equipment
Ran Berger Named COO of Curtis Restaurant Equipment

Berger will guide the Oregon-based dealer’s daily operations, including inventory and warehouse management, installation and delivery, service operations, and cross-department collaboration. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted12/15/2025


American Jewish Committee Honors Culinary Depot for Community Work
American Jewish Committee Honors Culinary Depot for Community Work

The New York-based dealer says the award reflects its integrity, compassion and commitment to helping others. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted12/15/2025


Vollrath Reveals Plans for Modern Manufacturing Facility at Wisconsin Headquarters
Vollrath Reveals Plans for Modern Manufacturing Facility at Wisconsin Headquarters

The 110,000-square-foot multiyear expansion will enable the FEDA manufacturer member to streamline production, increase operational efficiency and incorporate newer production technologies. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted12/15/2025


Executive Order Lays Groundwork for National AI Regulatory Framework
Executive Order Lays Groundwork for National AI Regulatory Framework

The order aims to prevent states from creating a complex patchwork of regulations that would stymie the development of artificial intelligence innovations. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted12/15/2025