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Gold Award Spotlight: Chris Fisher, Nemco Food Equipment
Gold Award Spotlight: Chris Fisher, Nemco Food Equipment

Nemco’s Chris Fisher shares how cross-functional leadership, AI, and a customer-focused approach are shaping his work and the future of the industry. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/5/2026


Electrolux Professional Group Adds Corporate Chef to Culinary Marketing Team
Electrolux Professional Group Adds Corporate Chef to Culinary Marketing Team

Raymond Jackson will support regional and national sales growth, develop customer relationships, and enhance culinary operations and the guest experience across the Americas. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/5/2026


Hatco Announces Leadership Changes as Mark Pumphret Retires
Hatco Announces Leadership Changes as Mark Pumphret Retires

Joe Flaherty and Stuart Sharp were promoted to sales leadership roles as Pumphret ends a 15-year tenure at the FEDA manufacturer member company. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/5/2026


New Age Industrial Adds Regional Sales Manager With Culinary and Commercial Equipment Experience
New Age Industrial Adds Regional Sales Manager With Culinary and Commercial Equipment Experience

Christopher Carney will oversee territory strategy and strengthen relationships with reps, dealers, consultants, and buying groups. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/5/2026


Gold Award Spotlight: Matthew Yaz, Chef’s Deal
Gold Award Spotlight: Matthew Yaz, Chef’s Deal

Chef’s Deal CEO Matthew Yaz shares lessons on organizational growth, employee development, and building a stronger future for the foodservice equipment and supplies industry. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/28/2026


Atosa USA Elevates Sales Leader to Senior Director of National Accounts
Atosa USA Elevates Sales Leader to Senior Director of National Accounts

Jill Hunt joined the FEDA manufacturer member in 2023 and previously held sales roles at Welbilt and Vero Water. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/28/2026


RSG Bolsters Retail Sales Team
RSG Bolsters Retail Sales Team

The addition of Blaine Berr gives convenience and small-format retail customers a dedicated senior point of contact for the Norlake and Master-Bilt brands. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/28/2026


Salvajor Names New National Sales Manager
Salvajor Names New National Sales Manager

Tanya Sieber brings 30 years of foodservice industry experience to the role, including seven years representing Salvajor in MAFSI Region 16 and extensive work in the K-12 market. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/28/2026


FEDA Celebrates Member Achievements at 2026 Gold Awards Breakfast
FEDA Celebrates Member Achievements at 2026 Gold Awards Breakfast

The Gold Awards Breakfast during the 2026 FEDA Annual Executive Leadership Conference recognized distributor and manufacturer members for outstanding performance in workplace practices, customer service, and the development of young professionals. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/28/2026


The Legacy Companies Taps Industry Veteran for Commercial Leadership Role
The Legacy Companies Taps Industry Veteran for Commercial Leadership Role

Former Middleby executive Mark Easterday will oversee the company’s commercial sales organization, go-to-market strategy, and growth initiatives. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/25/2026


ARK MFG Acquires Therma-Tek to Expand Commercial Cooking Portfolio
ARK MFG Acquires Therma-Tek to Expand Commercial Cooking Portfolio

The acquisition expands the manufacturer’s offerings into hot-side commercial kitchen equipment while strengthening its U.S. manufacturing operations. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/14/2026


Longtime Thermo-Kool Owner Randolph W. McLaughlin Remembered
Longtime Thermo-Kool Owner Randolph W. McLaughlin Remembered

McLaughlin built a wide-ranging career before purchasing Thermo-Kool in 1970 and guiding the company through decades of growth in the commercial refrigeration industry. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/14/2026