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Longtime John Boos Vice President to Retire, Successor Named
Longtime John Boos Vice President to Retire, Successor Named

During his nearly 40-year career, Ted Gravenhorst helped expand the manufacturer’s commercial foodservice division. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/16/2026


Ali Group Adds BUNN to Welbilt Portfolio
Ali Group Adds BUNN to Welbilt Portfolio

CEO Filippo Berti praises the dispensed beverage equipment manufacturer for its strong heritage and culture of innovation. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/16/2026


Middleby Innovation Kitchens Bolsters Team With New Hire
Middleby Innovation Kitchens Bolsters Team With New Hire

Jennifer Schafer brings manufacturer experience and a passion for hospitality to the role of innovation kitchen coordinator. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/16/2026


Display Case Manufacturer Federal Industries Sold to AeriTek
Display Case Manufacturer Federal Industries Sold to AeriTek

The FEDA manufacturer member’s U.S. manufacturing capacity is expected to help drive foodservice channel growth for its new parent company. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/16/2026


Clark Associates Donates $25,000 to Texas Habitat for Humanity Project
Clark Associates Donates $25,000 to Texas Habitat for Humanity Project

The grant will help fund the development of Relyea Crossing, a new community that will provide homeownership opportunities for seven families in the Houston area. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/16/2026


New Krowne Smart Factory Boosts Capacity 50%
New Krowne Smart Factory Boosts Capacity 50%

The facility’s new production floor is outfitted with robotic systems, advanced machining, and connected technology that the company said will work together to create a manufacturing environment designed for the next generation of innovation. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/16/2026


Atosa Program Includes Equipment Donations to Local Food Banks
Atosa Program Includes Equipment Donations to Local Food Banks

The FEDA manufacturer member will choose five operator winners every month, each of whom can select a local food bank of their choice to receive a top-mount reach-in refrigerator. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/16/2026


BSI and Food Service Holdings Name New Reps in Three MAFSI Regions
BSI and Food Service Holdings Name New Reps in Three MAFSI Regions

Beacon Sales Group will represent the manufacturer in MAFSI Region 11, Lindox Siegel will cover MAFSI Region 12, and Curate will handle MAFSI Region 20. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/9/2026


Hussmann Adds Western Region Sales Manager for Styleline
Hussmann Adds Western Region Sales Manager for Styleline

Daniel Halverson will be responsible for growing strategic partnerships, supporting regional distributors, and driving sales initiatives across key markets, including convenience retail, grocery, and foodservice. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/9/2026


MEIKO USA Taps Canadian Division Leader as Managing Director
MEIKO USA Taps Canadian Division Leader as Managing Director

Louis-Philippe Audette will lead all U.S. operations, strategy, and organizational development while also continuing to oversee MEIKO Canada on an interim basis. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/9/2026


Boelter’s New Director of Consultant Services to Create Clearer Paths From Design to Execution
Boelter’s New Director of Consultant Services to Create Clearer Paths From Design to Execution

Carley Sadd will lead a consistent, value-added consultant support strategy focused on alignment, efficiency, and results throughout the project lifecycle. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/9/2026


Avanti Honors Longtime Employee With Inaugural Leadership Award
Avanti Honors Longtime Employee With Inaugural Leadership Award

Coinciding with Women in Construction Week, Mariah McManaman was recognized for strengthening the distributor’s systems, supporting cross-functional collaboration, and representing Avanti with professionalism and credibility. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/9/2026