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FEB Elevates Manager to Director of Operations and Supply Chain
FEB Elevates Manager to Director of Operations and Supply Chain

Michael Johnson will oversee the Arizona distributor’s end-to-end operations and supply chain strategy. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/15/2026


Alto-Shaam Expands Sales Team in Australia and New Zealand
Alto-Shaam Expands Sales Team in Australia and New Zealand

As the regional sales manager for Australia and New Zealand, Nathan Warren will be responsible for developing and enhancing relationships with distributors, consultants, and rep groups. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/15/2026


Labor Costs Reach Record Level of Concern for Small Businesses
Labor Costs Reach Record Level of Concern for Small Businesses

Fourteen percent of owners surveyed by the National Federation of Independent Business identified labor costs as their biggest problem, while uncertainty and supply chain disruptions also rose in May. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/15/2026


Industry Veteran Steps Into Top Role at Electrolux Professional Group
Industry Veteran Steps Into Top Role at Electrolux Professional Group

Paola Schira moves into the president and CEO role after 20 years with Electrolux Professional Group. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/8/2026


Perlick Names Ignite Foodservice Solutions as Manufacturers' Representative
Perlick Names Ignite Foodservice Solutions as Manufacturers' Representative

The partnership expands Perlick’s sales and support network in Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming and El Paso, Texas. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/8/2026


Personnel Moves Designed to Support Foodservice Equipment Brokers’ National Account Growth
Personnel Moves Designed to Support Foodservice Equipment Brokers’ National Account Growth

The distributor said the trio of staffing changes will help it better serve 7 Brew and other key customers. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/8/2026


Restaurant Sales Remain Positive as Customer Traffic Weakness Persists
Restaurant Sales Remain Positive as Customer Traffic Weakness Persists

Capital spending fell 2% in April, but the monthly Restaurant Performance Index found that overall conditions were mostly flat. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/8/2026


Strong Supplier Relationships Earn Recognition for Wasserstrom
Strong Supplier Relationships Earn Recognition for Wasserstrom

The United Group’s Member of the Year Award recognized the distributor for its outstanding partnership, engagement, and leadership. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/8/2026


New White Paper Warns of Risks in Federal Union Contract Proposal
New White Paper Warns of Risks in Federal Union Contract Proposal

Business groups warn the Faster Labor Contracts Act would undermine collective bargaining and impose significant economic costs. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/8/2026


Congress Weighs $580 Billion Transportation Infrastructure Bill
Congress Weighs $580 Billion Transportation Infrastructure Bill

The bipartisan BUILD America 250 Act would reauthorize surface transportation programs, fund highway projects, and establish new fees for electric and hybrid vehicles. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/4/2026


RATIONAL AG Expands French Manufacturing Facility for iVario Production
RATIONAL AG Expands French Manufacturing Facility for iVario Production

The $41 million investment doubles the size of the Wittenheim plant and significantly increases production capacity for the iVario Pro cooking system. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/1/2026


New Phoenix Plant Gives Channel Manufacturing Coast-to-Coast Coverage
New Phoenix Plant Gives Channel Manufacturing Coast-to-Coast Coverage

The expansion complements existing facilities in New York and Florida while increasing manufacturing capacity and reducing freight costs for distributor partners. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/1/2026