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Congress Extends Funding for Three Federal Agencies Ahead of Jan. 30 Shutdown Deadline
Congress Extends Funding for Three Federal Agencies Ahead of Jan. 30 Shutdown Deadline

Lawmakers continue to negotiate appropriations for key departments such as Homeland Security, War, and Transportation. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted01/19/2026


Eating and Drinking Places Gained 27,200 Jobs in December
Eating and Drinking Places Gained 27,200 Jobs in December

Snack and nonalcoholic beverage bars are leading all segments, with 25% employment growth over pre-pandemic levels. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted01/19/2026


Longtime Sam Tell Salesperson Burton Hardy Remembered
Longtime Sam Tell Salesperson Burton Hardy Remembered

Burton Hardy joined the New York-based dealer in 1990 as a sales associate. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted01/19/2026


TAKKT Foodservices Taps Experienced Foodservice Equipment Leader as Division President
TAKKT Foodservices Taps Experienced Foodservice Equipment Leader as Division President

Keri Llewellyn brings a proven track record of driving commercial growth and building high-performing teams to the FEDA distributor member. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted01/19/2026


Perlick Reinforces Transition to Fifth Generation With New President
Perlick Reinforces Transition to Fifth Generation With New President

Dean Nienhuis brings experience in strategy, operations, sales, and product development to the position for the FEDA manufacturer member. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted01/19/2026


Hoshizaki America Looks Inward to Fill VP of Engineering Role
Hoshizaki America Looks Inward to Fill VP of Engineering Role

During his 25 years with the FEDA manufacturer member, David Sellers has provided strong leadership across multiple product categories and engineering disciplines. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted01/19/2026


Longtime TriMark Leader Retires After 50-Year Career
Longtime TriMark Leader Retires After 50-Year Career

Harry Gallins helped found Foodcraft and was a key part of TriMark’s acquisition of the Virginia dealer in 1999. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted01/12/2026


Alto Shaam Raises Record $200,000 for Blood Cancer Organization
Alto Shaam Raises Record $200,000 for Blood Cancer Organization

In honor of founder Jerry Maahs, the FEDA manufacturer member is supporting Blood Cancer United’s mission to cure blood cancer and improve the quality of life for all patients and families. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted01/12/2026


Connor Flynn Takes Over as President of Alliance Paper
Connor Flynn Takes Over as President of Alliance Paper

Longtime owner Brian Flynn to retire after 40 years of leading the Chicago-area foodservice equipment and supplies dealer. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted01/12/2026


FEDA Joins Trade Groups in Asking Treasury to Purge Beneficial Ownership Data
FEDA Joins Trade Groups in Asking Treasury to Purge Beneficial Ownership Data

A federal appeals court has upheld the constitutionality of the Corporate Transparency Act, reversing a lower court ruling and creating uncertainty for businesses over reporting requirements. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted01/12/2026


Department of Labor Issues Guidance to Employers on FMLA and FLSA Questions
Department of Labor Issues Guidance to Employers on FMLA and FLSA Questions

The new opinions address common questions from employers related to issues such as leave, bonus payments, collective bargaining, and overtime. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted01/12/2026


Federal Supply Co-Owner Brenda Selevredes Remembered
Federal Supply Co-Owner Brenda Selevredes Remembered

Federal Supply recalls Brenda Selevredes’ wisdom, kindness and spirit. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted01/12/2026