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Food Service Holdings Taps Industry Veteran as COO
Food Service Holdings Taps Industry Veteran as COO

Brian King brings nearly three decades of operational leadership experience to BSI, including expertise in manufacturing, acquisitions, and ERP implementation. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted08/17/2026


Burkett Golf Outing Raises Record $45,000 for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Burkett Golf Outing Raises Record $45,000 for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society

The annual fundraiser has generated approximately $193,000 for multiple sclerosis research, advocacy, and resources since 2021. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted08/17/2026


New Corporate Chef, Product Training Manager for Vollrath
New Corporate Chef, Product Training Manager for Vollrath

Andrew Cronau will lead product training initiatives and support Vollrath University, helping educate employees and culinary professionals on the company’s products and capabilities. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted08/17/2026


Hoshizaki America Selects Forbes Hever & Wallace as South-Central Rep
Hoshizaki America Selects Forbes Hever & Wallace as South-Central Rep

FH&W will represent Hoshizaki’s ice equipment and reach-in refrigeration products throughout Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted08/17/2026


CES Family of Companies Continues Acquisition Strategy With Addition of Southeast Mechanical
CES Family of Companies Continues Acquisition Strategy With Addition of Southeast Mechanical

Southeast Mechanical will combined its equipment installation, service, and repair expertise with Total Restaurant Supply, another CES company. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted08/10/2026


Alto-Shaam Fundraiser Raises Record $230,000 at 15th Annual Golf for a Cure Event
Alto-Shaam Fundraiser Raises Record $230,000 at 15th Annual Golf for a Cure Event

The FEDA manufacturer member’s fundraiser will support Blood Cancer United's research, patient services, and scholarship initiatives. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted08/10/2026


Welbilt Appoints Vice President of Strategic Accounts
Welbilt Appoints Vice President of Strategic Accounts

Former Curate executive Jennifer Voitek will lead sales strategy and customer relationships across chain, dealer, and general market channels. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted08/10/2026


BSI Elevates Regional Sales Manager to Lead Business Development Strategy
BSI Elevates Regional Sales Manager to Lead Business Development Strategy

Industry veteran Mandi Vessey will expand consultant training programs, strengthen manufacturer partnerships, and support long-term growth for the food guards and custom servery manufacturer. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted08/3/2026


Flexeserve Adds Culinary Leader to Provide Direct Support to Operators
Flexeserve Adds Culinary Leader to Provide Direct Support to Operators

Lucky Spears will lead culinary support efforts for foodservice operators across the Americas, focusing on menu development, food quality, and operational efficiency. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted08/3/2026


Wasserstrom Expands Phoenix Distribution Center to Handle Heavy Equipment
Wasserstrom Expands Phoenix Distribution Center to Handle Heavy Equipment

The 77,730-square-foot expansion will strengthen supply chain operations, reduce delivery times across the Southwest and Coastal regions, and position the facility for future growth. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted08/3/2026


Former Stafford-Smith CEO David J. Stafford Remembered
Former Stafford-Smith CEO David J. Stafford Remembered

The second-generation company leader spent more than 40 years building one of the nation’s largest foodservice equipment and supplies distributors. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted08/3/2026


Longtime Director Retires from TriMark Adams-Burch
Longtime Director Retires from TriMark Adams-Burch

Mike Guilday concludes a more than 40-year career in the foodservice equipment and supplies industry, including nearly three decades with Adams-Burch and TriMark. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted07/27/2026