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Fisher Manufacturing Expands Curate Partnership Into Midwest-South
Fisher Manufacturing Expands Curate Partnership Into Midwest-South

The FEDA manufacturer member extended Curate's coverage to MAFSI Region 16, strengthening distributor support across five states. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted07/6/2026


Commercial Kitchen Stop’s Back Nine Beach Bash Sets Fundraising Record
Commercial Kitchen Stop’s Back Nine Beach Bash Sets Fundraising Record

The FEDA distributor member’s annual charity golf tournament increased donations by 50 percent while supporting HomeSafe of the Palm Beaches. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted07/6/2026


New Member Q&A: Fluentis
New Member Q&A: Fluentis

Fluentis explains how AI-infused enterprise resource planning software helps distributors streamline operations, improve decision-making, and gain real-time business insights. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted07/6/2026


Alto-Shaam’s Second Serving Gives Foodservice Equipment a New Purpose
Alto-Shaam’s Second Serving Gives Foodservice Equipment a New Purpose

The new donation program helps eligible nonprofits expand their operations while supporting the FEDA manufacturer member’s sustainability goals. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/29/2026


Channel Manufacturing Expands Southern Sales Representation
Channel Manufacturing Expands Southern Sales Representation

Wallin Foodservice Resources will represent the manufacturer across MAFSI Region 14, covering Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas and western Tennessee. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/29/2026


Welbilt Names New General Manager of Convotherm US
Welbilt Names New General Manager of Convotherm US

The appointment reflects Bill Thompson's extensive experience in product development, marketing, and global sales across Welbilt's cooking equipment brands. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/29/2026


Industry Veteran Joins Spaceman Sales Team
Industry Veteran Joins Spaceman Sales Team

A former business owner and national accounts leader, Kris Byrd will oversee the Western territory and key customer relationships for the soft-serve and frozen beverage equipment manufacturer. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/29/2026


Krowne Selects New Rep for New England States
Krowne Selects New Rep for New England States

CR Peterson + Associates will promote the FEDA manufacturer member in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/22/2026


Chef’s Deal Earns Spot on Nashville’s Fastest-Growing List
Chef’s Deal Earns Spot on Nashville’s Fastest-Growing List

The Nashville Business Journal recognized the FEDA distributor member for its strong one-year and three-year revenue growth. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/22/2026


Perlick Names Market Pros as Rep for MAFSI Regions 2 and 3
Perlick Names Market Pros as Rep for MAFSI Regions 2 and 3

With nine locations and two demonstration facilities, the agency will provide sales and marketing support across key Northeast markets. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/22/2026


Learning Why Great Leaders Don’t Always Say “Yes”
Learning Why Great Leaders Don’t Always Say “Yes”

ITW executives challenged attendees at the FEDA Young Industry Leaders retreat to rethink leadership, embrace focus, and build cultures that support long-term success. Continue Reading

Postedby Ashley Mueller
Date posted06/22/2026


Digital Transformation Leader Takes Role at Boelter
Digital Transformation Leader Takes Role at Boelter

Andrew Hastert brings experience in digital commerce and customer experience to his new role as chief digital officer at the Wisconsin-based distributor. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/15/2026