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Experienced Finance Leader Joins Hoshizaki America as VP
Experienced Finance Leader Joins Hoshizaki America as VP

Dean will lead initiatives that support the FEDA manufacturer member’s ongoing growth and financial performance. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/20/2025


Alto-Shaam Names New Sales Manager for the Northeast Region
Alto-Shaam Names New Sales Manager for the Northeast Region

Mark Dimmick will be responsible for cultivating relationships between the FEDA manufacturer member and dealers, consultants, major end users, and rep groups. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/20/2025


RATIONAL USA Names New Rep for Mid-Atlantic and Southeast Central Regions
RATIONAL USA Names New Rep for Mid-Atlantic and Southeast Central Regions

The FEDA manufacturer says expanding relationships with Schmid Dewland and PMR Foodservice Equipment Reps will grow awareness of intelligent cooking technology and provide maximum benefits to customers. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/20/2025


Fein Brothers Adds Outside Sales Consultant
Fein Brothers Adds Outside Sales Consultant

Lou Liagridonis brings experience as a foodservice operator to the FEDA distributor member. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/20/2025


Zepole Adds New Sales Representative
Zepole Adds New Sales Representative

Brent Zartler brings sales experience to the Chicago-area FEDA distributor member. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/13/2025


Nemco Taps C-Store Leader as New National Sales Manager
Nemco Taps C-Store Leader as New National Sales Manager

Lamont Glendinning will oversee the FEDA manufacturer member’s national account strategy, distributor relationships and c-store approach. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/13/2025


New Division Brings Together Middleby’s Ice Brands
New Division Brings Together Middleby’s Ice Brands

Michael Raycher brings more than 30 years of sales, marketing and manufacturing experience to the role of group president for the newly formed Middleby Ice Solutions. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/13/2025


Two Mechanical Engineers Join AyrKing
Two Mechanical Engineers Join AyrKing

Alex Baker and Rushi Bhakta impressed during their internships with the CFS Brands company. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/13/2025


Great Lakes Builds Mini Golf Hole to Support Local Nonprofit
Great Lakes Builds Mini Golf Hole to Support Local Nonprofit

The knife-themed course was designed to reflect the foodservice equipment and supplies industry at the Dude Dad Mini Golf Open in Colorado. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/13/2025


RATIONAL Named Among Best Places to Work in Chicago Area and Nationally
RATIONAL Named Among Best Places to Work in Chicago Area and Nationally

The Best & Brightest Companies to Work For program honors organizations that drive business excellence, enrich lives and strengthen communities. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/13/2025


Kitchen Brains to Expand Into Industrial Controls Following MCS Acquisition
Kitchen Brains to Expand Into Industrial Controls Following MCS Acquisition

The FEDA manufacturer praised MCS as technologically advanced and customer-focused. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/6/2025


KaTom Hosts Culinary Students From the University of Tennessee
KaTom Hosts Culinary Students From the University of Tennessee

Students toured the KaTom facility while CEO Patricia Bible shared her experiences on starting small and pushing through to create something magical. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/6/2025